MAY 27, 2026 - District of Columbia National Guard leaders introduced a new assignment patch, honoring America's 250th birthday and recognizing the National Guard's support of key events in the nation's capital. The historic, once-in-a-generation opportunity to serve reflects the United States' grounding principles while also reinforcing partnerships with local and federal … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Commissions Cutter Honoring 9/11 Hero
MAY 27, 2026 - The Coast Guard commissioned its newest fast response cutter, the Vincent Danz, for official entry into its service fleet during a ceremony in New York City, May 22. The cutter's namesake, Vincent Danz, was serving in the New York City Police Department's emergency services unit when he responded to the 9/11 terrorist attack at the World Trade Center. Danz … [Read more...]
Instructors Prepare Airmen for Demanding Environments
MAY 26, 2026 - Seven instructors assigned to the 163rd Regional Training Site are strengthening mission readiness across the Total Force by training more than 1,000 Airmen annually in Rapid Damage Repair and other Civil Engineer specialty courses. Through technical expertise, mentorship and teamwork, the instructors prepare Airmen to restore critical airfield operations in … [Read more...]
Army Tests Drone-Mounted Rocket Launcher
MAY 26, 2026 — Defense industry partners successfully tested a new three-shot rocket launcher mounted to a logistics drone at Fort Rucker on May 20, an initiative designed to push advanced precision strike capabilities down to the battalion level. The test paired the TRV 150, a resupply drone manufactured by Survice Engineering Company, with a three-pack Advanced Precision … [Read more...]
Allies Honor Fallen Americans at Normandy
MAY 26, 2026 — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. John B. Mountford, deputy commanding general of readiness of the US Army V Corps and servicemembers of the 2nd Calvary Regiment and 41st Field Artillery Brigade, joined French officials, allied military leaders, veterans, and local community members during a Memorial Day ceremony honoring American service members buried at Normandy and … [Read more...]