U.S. Air Force Capt. Julian Flores, 494th Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle pilot, conducts pre-flight inspections at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 11, 2025. Before each flight, pilots and crew chiefs conduct thorough pre-flight checks, discussing any maintenance concerns and verifying aircraft functionality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexander … [Read more...]
Air Force Cancels All DEI and Gender Ideology Awards
FEBRUARY 13, 2025 - The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum DEI and Gender Ideology Awards Guidance, directing Offices of Primary Responsibility to discontinue all Department of the Air Force diversity, equity, and inclusion awards for individuals, teams, and units, including but not limited to Diversity and Inclusion Innovation Awards and any awards directly … [Read more...]
Army Prepares to Celebrate Its 250th Birthday
FEBRUARY 13, 2025 — The U.S. Army will celebrate its 250th birthday on June 14, 2025, commemorating the Army's distinguished service to our nation. The central theme for this year’s celebration is “This We’ll Defend.” “As we prepare for our future, we also reflect on our past,” said Gen. Randy George, Chief of Staff of the Army. “‘This we’ll defend’ was first used as a … [Read more...]
Hegseth Calls on NATO Allies to Lead Europe’s Security
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth delivers opening remarks during the 26th iteration of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, Feb. 12, 2025. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander C. Kubitza) FEBRUARY 13, 2025 - Stating that the U.S. does not believe NATO membership for Ukraine would be a "realistic" outcome of … [Read more...]
Sailors Celebrate 75th Anniversary, 250th Navy Birthday
FEBRUARY 12, 2025 - U.S. 6th Fleet held a joint celebration of its 75th anniversary and the Navy’s 250th birthday onboard its flagship, the Blue Ridge-Class Command and Control ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC 20) Feb. 12, 2025. Originally named U.S. Naval Forces, Mediterranean, U.S. Sixth Fleet was established February 12th, 1950. Sixth Fleet provides credible combat forces to … [Read more...]