JUNE 14, 2024 – Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro underscored the Navy’s commitment to the strong and enduring partnership between Chile and the United States during a visit June 11-13, where he met with key U.S. and Chilean military and civilian leaders. Del Toro first met with U.S. Ambassador to Chile Bernadette M. Meehan, and Commander, U.S. Southern Command, Gen. … [Read more...]
Air Force to Expand AcqDemo Workforce
JUNE 14, 2024 - The Air Force Materiel Command is expanding its Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project, with a target date for converting all eligible General Schedule employees by June 2025. “Our mission requires us to attract and retain exceptional top talent, and AcqDemo is our vehicle to get there using 21st century hiring tools and techniques,” said Lorna … [Read more...]
No Bridge? No Problem. Soldiers Bring the Solution
JUNE 14, 2024 - Visitors to Sacramento District’s Black Butte Dam and Lake in Orland, California, had the opportunity to catch more than fish and scenic lake views from April 29-May 3. On one stretch of lake, visitors also caught a glimpse of how the California Army National Guard can create a floating, mobile bridge in a matter of minutes. The 132nd Multi-Role Bridge … [Read more...]
Air National Guard Wing Conducts ’Super Drill’
Airmen assigned to 167th Airlift Wing fire the M4 carbine during weapon qualification training at the 167th Airlift Wing firing range, Martinsburg, West Virginia, June 7, 2024. The weapon qualification training provides Airmen with skills and confidence that will serve them throughout their careers and future deployments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech Sgt. Joshua … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Cutter Healy Departs for Arctic Deployment
The Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) departs Seattle for a multi-month deployment through the Arctic, June 12, 2024. The Healy is the United States' largest and most technologically advanced polar icebreaker and was commissioned in 2000. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Annika Hirschler) JUNE 14, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) departed … [Read more...]