AUGUST 14, 2026 – Alaska Air National Guardsmen from the 176th Wing rescued the pilot of a Cessna 185 crash Aug. 9 near Trapper Joe Lake, about 25 miles south of Anchorage. A 210th Rescue Squadron HH-60W Jolly Green II with 212th Pararescuemen, or PJs, onboard was set to participate in the Arctic Thunder Open House Joint Force Demonstration when the Alaska Rescue … [Read more...]
First Army Pays Tribute to Commanding General
AUGUST 14, 2026 - Soldiers, family members, and former classmates of Lt. Gen. Mark Landes were on hand Aug. 7 to celebrate his long and distinguished career during relinquishment of command and retirement ceremonies at Quarters One. His 40 years of service to the nation began as a cadet at the United States Military Academy and continued through a variety of positions and … [Read more...]
The Guardian Spirit Endures
AUGUST 14, 2026 - Today I have the honor of gathering with family, friends, and colleagues to reflect on over 35 years of service in the Air Force and Space Force, and to offer my gratitude to all who have joined me on that journey to render service to the Nation. Today is not an ending – there is no end in the profession of arms. Rather, it is a natural opportunity to reflect … [Read more...]
76 Years of “We Go Together”
AUGUST 14, 2026 - August 15 is recognized as the birthday of the Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldier program, or KATUSA. The program was created only weeks after the Korean War ignited, and to this day KATUSAs continue to serve side-by-side with Eighth Army Soldiers providing priceless support and friendship. The Korean War began June 25, 1950. Roughly … [Read more...]
Cutter Douglas Denman Returns to Alaska
AUGUST 14, 2026 — The crew of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Douglas Denman (WPC 1149) returned to its homeport at Coast Guard Base Ketchikan, Saturday, following a 41-day patrol operating in the California coastal region. The crew of the Douglas Denman deployed in support of Operation Border Trident, Coast Guard Southwest District’s standing operation to counter illicit maritime … [Read more...]