AUGUST 12, 2025 — U.S. Space Force and Air Force Reserve senior leaders held a town hall for members of the 310th Space Wing on the service’s new part-time personnel model, which will not mirror traditional Reserve structures, at the Peterson Space Force Base Event Center, Aug. 2. Unlike other military branches with Reserve components, the U.S. Space Force is a … [Read more...]
National Guard Mobilizes to Restore Safety in D.C.
AUGUST 12, 2025 - President Donald J. Trump declared a crime emergency in the nation's capital yesterday and vowed to make its streets safe again for both residents and visitors. "Washington, D.C., should be one of the safest, cleanest and most beautiful cities anywhere in the world, and we're going to make it that," Trump said during a press conference at the White House. … [Read more...]
Army Supports Educational Activities in Kenya
AUGUST 12, 2025 – U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) Civil Affairs Team (CAT) Kenya conducted civil reconnaissance and engagements as part of ongoing efforts to enhance educational infrastructure and promote long-term stability in Lamu County at Bora Imani Primary School near Camp Simba, Kenya, July 11. Four Soldiers comprise CAT Kenya: U.S. Army Capt. … [Read more...]
Medal of Honor Monday: Mestrovitch
AUGUST 11, 2025 - When Army Sgt. James Mestrovitch moved to the U.S. from Europe, he didn't expect to return as an interpreter or warrior; however, serving as the former inspired him to achieve the latter. During World War I, he helped save the life of his commanding officer, which led to his Medal of Honor. Mestrovitch was born May 22, 1894, in a part of Yugoslavia now … [Read more...]
Drones Help Soldiers Speed Up Artillery Missions
AUGUST 11, 2025 – Soldiers with the Pennsylvania National Guard’s 1-109th Infantry Regiment are using artificial intelligence and unmanned aerial system technology to make one particular challenge less stressful for their Soldiers on the battlefield. Calling for artillery fire is typically a race against time and chaos, every second a matter of life and death. Fire … [Read more...]