SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 — In a U.S. Army first, 28 of the best Observer Controller/Trainers from across the globe showcased their skills in the sweltering Georgia heat during the John J. Pershing Best OC/T Competition Aug. 27-29, 2024. “OC/Ts bring a unique skill set to the Army,” said Maj. Gen. Mark Landes, commanding general, First Army. “A good OC/T is an experienced leader and … [Read more...]
Sailor’s Journey to Olympic Champion
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - On your mark. Beep. Those are the sounds Ying Huske, an information technology specialist at Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, is all too familiar hearing at her daughter’s swim meets. Torri Huske, a two-time Olympian, kick-started Team USA’s quest for gold at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games by winning the 100-meter butterfly race on July … [Read more...]
Air Force to Establish Global Strike Wing
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - The Department of the Air Force intends to activate a new wing headquarters, the 95th Wing, at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. This new wing is one of the many efforts underway to reorganize the department for Great Power Competition. The creation of the 95th Wing under Air Force Global Strike Command will enable effective command of forces to ensure … [Read more...]
U.S. Extends Deterrence Strategy with Korea
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 - On September 4th, the foreign affairs and defense agencies of the United States and Republic of Korea (ROK) convened the fifth meeting of the Extended Deterrence Strategy and Consultation Group (EDSCG) in Washington. Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins and Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Policy … [Read more...]
Northern Lightning Concludes at Volk Field
An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the Ohio National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing flies overhead Aug. 9 during Northern Lightning, an exercise providing realistic combat training for and emphasizing joint asset integration, held annually at Volk Field, Wis. Training between fourth and fifth generation aircraft is critical to ensure the Air Force is able to meet near-peer war … [Read more...]