MARCH 19, 2026 - In a historic demonstration of NATO’s expanding capabilities, a rifle company of U.S. Marines were airlifted in the Arctic Circle by a unique, jointly operated, French and German air transport squadron, March 11, marking the first time the squadron has ever transported United States Marines. The airlift was a combined effort. Two German-operated KC-130J … [Read more...]
Community Called to Honor Fallen Soldier
MARCH 19, 2026 - The Fort Knox and Hardin County communities are invited to honor Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington, a Fort Carson Soldier and Glendale, Kentucky native, as he makes his final journey home. He was posthumously promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Staff Sgt. Pennington made the ultimate sacrifice while deployed in Saudi Arabia. On Friday, March 20, at 1 p.m., … [Read more...]
Cybersecurity is Everyone’s Responsibility
MARCH 19, 2026 - Our online activity has real-world consequences for mission success and the safety of our forces. Malicious actors and criminals routinely exploit social media and messaging platforms to manipulate individuals and gather sensitive information. Their goals? Access your personal details, professional affiliations, credentials, and even classified information. … [Read more...]
Apache Effective In Counter-Drone Operations
MARCH 19, 2026 - Soldiers of the 2-159th Attack Battalion, 12th Combat Aviation Brigade, demonstrated adaptability to the modern battlefield during Operation Skyfall at Grafenwoehr Training Area this week. For the first time in the European theater, the AH-64E Apache proved itself as a viable counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) platform, using its existing weapon systems to … [Read more...]
Fit to Fight, Fit to Finish
MARCH 19, 2026 - The sound of pounding feet on asphalt synchronized to Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Tiffany Hallmark's heartbeat as she crossed the mile 20 mark. Doused in sweat, stomach involuntarily empty since mile 7, Hallmark anguished through the final 6.2 miles toward the finish line. In her 18th marathon, she knew the feeling of triumph would follow this pain. "At … [Read more...]