SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 - The United States has confirmed that Iran has given a number of close-range ballistic missiles to Russia. But a U.S. official said from the beginning of the Russian invasion, support to Ukraine has focused on air defense, and that this will continue — including with a focus on the threat posed by the new missiles. "The United States has confirmed reports … [Read more...]
USS New York, Floating Museum at Sea
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 – USS New York (LPD 21) is the fifth ship of the United States Navy to bear the name New York. Designed to transport and land Marines, equipment and supplies, the ship is equipped to operate in high-density and multi-threat environments, either independently or as a key member of an amphibious readiness group. New York is a multi-mission warship capable of … [Read more...]
Robot Rodeo Displays New EOD Technologies
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 - Military and civilian explosive ordnance disposal experts tried out the latest Explosive Ordnance Disposal technologies and robotics in the 2024 National Robot Rodeo competition, Aug. 26-30. The week-long event, managed by the United States Bomb Technician Association, brought EOD bomb technicians from the government, public sector and international … [Read more...]
Hicks, Grady Commemorate 9/11 at Pentagon
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 - Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks and Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Navy Adm. Christopher W. Grady today commemorated the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack during a ceremony in the Pentagon's courtyard. While delivering their remarks, Hicks and Grady noted how the events of 9/11 brought a renewed sense of … [Read more...]
9/11 Ceremony Aboard USS Constitution
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024 – The crew of USS Constitution will commemorate the tragic loss of life and the historic significance of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with a ceremony aboard the ship on September 11, 2024. The event will begin at 8:05 a.m. with remarks from commanding officer Cmdr. Crystal L. Schaefer aboard USS Constitution. In honor of those who lost … [Read more...]