JUNE 12, 2025 - The U.S. Army Military District of Washington today provided the media with a preview of the heavy equipment and vehicles that will be showcased in the upcoming military festival and parade in celebration of the Army's 250th birthday, June 14, 2025. Some of the vehicles on display near the National Mall at West Potomac Park included multiple M1A2 Abrams … [Read more...]
New Art Exhibit Honoring 250 Years of Marine Corps History
JUNE 11, 2025 – The National Museum of the Marine Corps is proud to announce the upcoming opening of a powerful new temporary exhibition: “United States Marine Corps: 250 Years of Dedication, Determination, and Courage.” The exhibit will open to the public on Friday, June 27, and features 91 original works of art, providing a striking visual tribute to the enduring legacy of … [Read more...]
Allied Engineers Reinforce Baltic Shoreline
JUNE 11, 2025 - U.S. Navy Seabees, U.S. Marine Corps combat engineers from 8th Engineer Support Battalion (8th ESB), and NATO allies joined forces on the Baltic coast to construct critical waterfront infrastructure during exercise Baltic Operations 2025 (BALTOPS 25). The project, a centerpiece of this year’s exercise, focused on replacing a deteriorating Cold War-era Soviet … [Read more...]
DoD Launches Child Care Expansion Initiative
JUNE 11, 2025 - Dependable and affordable child care is a big issue for military families, and it's a priority for the Defense Department, which has a number of programs underway to expand the available options. While the department runs the largest employer-sponsored child care program in the United States, military families and DOD civilians face challenges finding quality … [Read more...]
Navy Center Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
JUNE 11, 2025 - Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC) celebrated its 10 year anniversary at Naval Base San Diego, June 9th. Rear Adm. T. J. Zerr, commander, SMWDC, with guest speaker Rear Adm. Joseph Cahill, commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic, delivered remarks to former SMWDC Commanders, plankowners, teammates, and friends and family, all of whom … [Read more...]