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  • Army service ends; NFL career begins

    May 10, 2012

    He is trading in his camouflage uniform for a blue one. Although his biggest goal is about to come true, 1st Lt. Collin Mooney, C Battery, 1st Battalion, 78th Field Artillery, is reminiscent about leaving the Army to play football for the Tennessee Titans.

  • 40th MP Bn. conducts mass re-enlistment

    May 10, 2012

    Re-enlisting the Army has become tougher with more rigid standards, so leaders of the 40th Military Police Internment and Resettlement Battalion, 15th Military Police Brigade, arranged to have a Medal of Honor recipient conduct a re-enlistment ceremony for about 60 of the battalion's Soldiers May 3.

  • New CGSC elective course focuses on preventing atrocities

    May 10, 2012

    The year-old Genocide and Mass Atrocity Studies Program was formulated after the 2010 National Defense Authorization Act provided funding to educate officers about the prevention of genocide, said Jim Thomas, Department of Command and Leadership, Command and General Staff College. About 90 students have benefited from the focused elective program, which includes required courses on mass atrocity response operations and war crimes, as well as courses on military issues with refugees and displaced persons, peace operations, stability operations and other related issues. Students who complete the program, and achieve a master of military arts and science degree on a related topic, qualify for a new U.S. Army Personal Development Skill Identifier, Code E9C, Genocide Prevention.

  • Stories of strength, heroism shared at "Inspiration to Serve" Tour

    May 10, 2012

    WEST POINT, N.Y. (May 10, 2012) -- "Today, I get to talk about my father," Col. John Graham, West Point's chief scientist, began to tell Class of 2014 cadets. Graham was nearly six years old when his father, Capt. John M. Graham, a Class of 1964 graduate, was killed in action. Still, there were many stories he could tell and lessons to impart on the cadets. "How do I know so many stories about my father? From his classmates," Graham said. During the 7th annual "Inspiration to Serve" Cemetery Tour May 3, Graham said the Class of 1964 continues to care for his family to this day--from birthdays and graduations to weddings and other significant family events.

  • 412th TEC in Africa, talks capabilities and future engagements with local engineers

    May 10, 2012

    Maj. Justin Kilpatrick and Sgt. 1st Class Anna Allatt 412th Theater Engineer Command, G3 Operations, recently returned from an important trip to Africa where they discussed command capabilities and future training missions with local engineers in Chad and the Central African Republic April 15-29, 2012.

  • FA generations reunite at Fort Sill

    May 10, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- Aged eyes scan the range May 3, as 1st Lt. Joshua Overstreet tells the crowd to put in protective hearing. A veteran suggests he simply take out his hearing aid. Rounds collided with Blockhouse Signal Mountain as generations of Soldiers from the World War II era through Vietnam gathered underneath a tent at MowWay Observation Point.

  • Warrant officer conference plans way ahead

    May 10, 2012

    Warrant officer conference plans way ahead

  • U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit shotgun shooter wins gold at World Cup

    May 9, 2012

    Staff Sgt. Josh Richmond, U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, added another milestone to an already stellar 2012, winning a gold medal in Men's Double Trap at the Lonato (Italy) World Cup, May 5, 2012.

  • Fort Leonard Wood combatives tournament crowns top fighters

    May 9, 2012

    The Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood conducted a post-level combatives tournament last week. Preliminaries were held May 3-4 at Shea Gym, with the final event at Davidson Fitness Center May 5.

  • This We'll Defend: Path to becoming drill sergeant offers challenges, rewards

    May 9, 2012

    They are the "Men in Black" of the military profession. Masters of all combat skills, yet often behind the scenes of the military stage, drill sergeants have one mission: to transform civilian volunteers into battle-ready Soldiers.

  • Traveling trainer schools Fort Leonard Wood troops on IEDs

    May 9, 2012

    It may look like Nutter Field House's parking lot has been converted into a tractor trailer rest area of sorts, but the four containers staged there are parked there for another reason -- their contents are saving lives. The Mobile Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Interactive Trainer is a four trailer, non-Military Occupational Specialty specific training set that gives troops the basic tools to recognize IEDs and related threats.

  • Recognizing excellence

    May 9, 2012

    Lt. Gen. Raymond V. Mason, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army, G-4 (Logistics), speaks with Combined Arms Support Command employees from the Sustainment Knowledge Network and Transportation School's Deployment Process Modernization Office about their work in support of the Rapid Expeditionary Deployment Initiative.

  • 'Heart of Armor School' named for Army legend

    May 9, 2012

    316th Cavalry Brigade's General Instruction Building was formally dedicated as Patton Hall during a ceremony Wednesday in honor of Gen. George S. Patton Jr. Bronze plaques also were unveiled for seven other buildings at the unit complex in tribute to influential Armor and Cavalry Soldiers who fought in World War II, Korea and Vietnam.

  • Army Logistics University class supports wounded warriors with relay

    May 9, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. (May 9, 2012) -- Students and instructors from the Command Logistics Officer Course here teamed up to complete a 200-mile journey called the American Odyssey Relay April 27-28.

  • MCoE Combatives Tournament: 198th earns eight All-Army slots

    May 9, 2012

    The 198th Infantry Brigade dominated the field Friday at the Maneuver Center of Excellence Combatives Tournament -- earning eight slots to the U.S. Army Combatives Championships in July at Fort Hood, Texas.

  • TRADOC Liaison Officer receives Polish jump wings, reconnects with his roots

    May 8, 2012

    KRAKOW, POLAND -- A visit to the prestigious 6th Airborne Brigade by Lt. Col. Jerzy Zubr, TRADOC Liaison Officer to Spain, Portugal, and Poland, April 18-20, to discuss future TRADOC cooperation proposals culminated with a presentation to Zubr of the Polish army Parachute Badge.

  • Defense secretary visits Fort Benning

    May 7, 2012

    Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta visited the Maneuver Center of Excellence May 4, 2012, where he observed training and leaders and observed training across the installation and addressed about 1,300 troops from the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team in an all-hands session.

  • TRADOC Instructors of the Year announced during fourth Annual Army Learning Summit

    May 7, 2012

    FORT EUSTIS, Va. -- Seven Soldiers and civilians from U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command were recognized as Instructors of the Year and presented awards by Gen. Robert W. Cone, TRADOC's commanding general during the fourth Annual Army Learning Summit May 3 at the TRADOC Headquarters on Fort Eustis.

  • Improved batteries, SWIPES to lighten Soldiers' load

    May 7, 2012

    The U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command is lightening the Soldier's load by developing smaller and lighter batteries. Scientists and engineers are unburdening the Soldier, increasing maneuverability, reducing fatigue, and cutting time needed for battery re-charging.

  • Two Army JROTC drill teams snag runner-up trophies

    May 7, 2012

    Francis Lewis High School of New York, and Smith Cotton High School of Missouri, shined at the National High School Drill Team Championships in Daytona Beach, Fla.

  • South Carolina Cadet inspires others at national meet

    May 6, 2012

    One freshman JROTC participant in this weekend's National High School Drill Team Championships has been a standout among the thousands of students who have come from across the country to compete.

  • Army teams find success in drill meet, despite no national title

    May 5, 2012

    Army JROTC drill teams came up short in winning an overall championship in the challenge division of the national drill meet Saturday. But Cadets who competed still found reason to celebrate.

  • Third Army/ARCENT commander swears in cadets

    May 4, 2012

    COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Lt. Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, Third Army/ARCENT commanding general, swears in cadets from the University of South Carolina Army Reserve Officer Training Corps during a commissioning ceremony May 3. During the ceremony 20 cadets were sworn into the Army as second lieutenants.

  • Fires Center and Fort Sill welcomes new commanding general

    May 4, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla. (4 May 2012) -- Photo from the Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill commanding general's change of command ceremony.

  • Army JROTC to compete for national drill championships

    May 4, 2012

    After two of its programs won national drill titles last year, the Army looks to repeat that performance as the annual event takes place this weekend in Daytona Beach, Fla. Leading the way is Army nationals champ Douglas MacArthur High School, of San Antonio.

  • Amputee speaks on resilience

    May 3, 2012

    In 2005, Kyle Maynard said he was just going through the motions as a motivational speaker. Born a congenital amputee -- with arms that end at the elbows and legs near the knees -- he shot to national fame after capturing a state high school wrestling title in metro Atlanta, setting weightlifting records and overcoming major obstacles in what he calls the "pursuit of normalcy."

  • Fort Jackson names top drill sergeant

    May 3, 2012

    Sgt. 1st Class Jeffrey Heilman, Company B, 3rd Battalion, 34th Infantry Regiment, was named Fort Jackson Drill Sergeant of the Year in a ceremony April 26 at the Officers' Club.

  • CG outlines Seven B's of command philosophy

    May 3, 2012

    Brig. Gen. Bryan T. Rorberts, Fort Jackson's commanding general, outlines the "Seven B's" of his command philosophy.

  • SSI warrant officer named TRADOC top instructor

    May 3, 2012

    Chief Warrant Officer 4 Troy Skaggs, an instructor with the Soldier Support Institute's Human Resource Management Qualification Course at the Adjutant General School, was named TRADOC Instructor/Facilitator of the Year in the warrant officer category.

  • Drill sergeant surge keeps mission on track

    May 3, 2012

    Fort Jackson has called up dozens of Reservists to instruct Soldiers in training during the summer. The Army is legally obliged to provide one drill sergeant for every 20 Soldiers, but that ratio is increasingly difficult to reach during the summer because of seasonal surges in Initial Entry Training Soldiers expected to arrive at Fort Jackson.

  • Hero dog: After 170 combat patrols, K-9 lives a life of leisure

    May 3, 2012

    These days, Gabe lives a life of leisure, spending most of his days snoozing on the couch. A few years ago, his time was spent working under the scorching Iraq sun, trying to find explosives, ammunition and other weapons before they could be used against him.

  • Fires Center CG shares his pride for Fort Sill

    May 3, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla. (3 May 2012) -- Maj. Gen. David Halverson, Fires Center of Excellence and Fort Sill commanding general, met with the Cannoneer April 27, for an exit interview before his next assignment as deputy CG/chief of staff of TRADOC.

  • Soldiers perform CPR, help to save chaplain

    May 3, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. (May 3, 2012) -- Staff Sgt. José Lozano can't explain the thought process that recently motivated him and others to perform actions that helped someone to continue on with his life.

  • TRADOC video teleconferencing update and tips

    May 3, 2012

    FORT EUSTIS, Va. -- The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command G6 Video Teleconference Team strives to provide the command and staff with the best video teleconferencing capability employed across the Army.

  • Soldiers vie for infantry expertise

    May 3, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla. (3 May 2012) -- Twenty-four infantrymen tested for the coveted Expert Infantry Badge during a weeklong competition.

  • Ground breaking at U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center

    May 3, 2012

    Ground breaking ceremonies for an expansion of Building 4905, headquarters of the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center, were conducted May 3, 2012.

  • Brig. Gen. James T. Williams takes command of 302nd Maneuver Enhancement Brigade

    May 2, 2012

    CHICOPEE, Mass. - Brig. Gen. James T. Williams, a resident of Monroe County, Georgia, takes command of 302nd Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, 412th Theater Engineer Command, following a change of command ceremony held April 22, 2012 here at Westover Air Reserve Base.

  • Sharing the Ordnance story

    May 2, 2012

    About 30 area business leaders got the opportunity April 19 to learn firsthand about the U.S. Army Ordnance Corps' mission. Members of the Association of the United States Army, who participated in this inaugural community event for the Ordnance School, spoke with instructors and got a rare glimpse behind-the-scenes to see what it takes to develop Soldiers who are tactically and technically proficient in their military occupational specialties.

  • USO honors Dunwoody as Woman of the Year

    May 2, 2012

    Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, commander of Army Materiel Command, was honored by the USO during a luncheon in New York City, May 1, 2012.

  • Aircraft Logbook Review

    May 2, 2012

    The aircraft logbook (NSN 7510-00-889-3494) is one of the most important pieces of equipment an aircrew will inspect during a preflight. Aviators are responsible to ensure all sections of the logbook are filled in, checked for accuracy and completeness and the applicable forms are dated. This review is the last informal step in the quality assurance/quality control process.

  • Armor School rolls out Sullivan Cup

    May 2, 2012

    Fort Benning is bracing for a tank invasion next week as the Armor School stages its first-ever Sullivan Cup. Teams of four Soldiers each are en route from installations around the globe to lock up in the four-day competition, a test of their precision gunnery skills that'll determine the Army's top tank crew. It's scheduled to begin Monday and continue through May 10 at various venues on Harmony Church.

  • Fort Lee honored as Army Community of Excellence

    May 2, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. (May 2, 2012) -- Each year, installations from around the world compete in the Army Chief of Staff's Army Communities of Excellence Program that recognizes superior performance in installation management. This year, Fort Lee earned an honorable mention in the competition that encourages and rewards installations that optimize their environment and demonstrate a commitment to facilities and exceptional customer service.

  • Fort Leonard Wood MPs obtain Missouri POST certification

    May 2, 2012

    When your profession is law enforcement, the most important question you will ever be asked is, "Are you POST certified?" The 787th Military Police Battalion has partnered with the University of Missouri-Columbia's Law Enforcement Training Institute in order for their military police to obtain certification from the Missouri Department of Public Safety's Peace Officer Standards and Training program.

  • Fort Leonard Wood CBRNS command sergeant major retires, passes sword

    May 2, 2012

    Command Sgt. Maj. Ted Lopez relinquished responsibility as the 11th regimental command sergeant major for the U.S. Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear School to Command Sgt. Maj. Gabriel Arnold during a ceremony at the Maneuver Support Center of Excellence plaza Thursday.

  • DLIFLC Service Members take lead at "Good Old Days" parade

    May 2, 2012

    PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. -- Marching elements from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines as well as the joint-service honorary color guard of the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center once again helped Pacific Grove launch its annual Good Old Days celebration April 14.

  • Victory Update Vol. 12-04

    May 1, 2012

    In this edition of Victory Update, Fort Jackson crowns its Drill Sergeant of the Year, plus meet a Fort Jackson Soldier who is a finalist for Military Father of the Year, and see how volunteers are helping keep the post beautiful while teaching their children about the environment.

  • Respect electricity -- don't get zapped!

    May 1, 2012

    FORT RUCKER, Ala. -- May is Electrical Safety Month, and officials are encouraging everyone in the Army Family to stay aware of potential hazards and understand the importance of electrical safety.

  • Soldiers execute realistic scenario, face hybrid threat as NIE begins

    May 1, 2012

    The Army's largest ever network field exercise rolled into action today, as more than 4,000 Soldiers began to execute a rigorous scenario designed to measure the performance and operational value of advanced tactical communications equipment under real-world conditions.

  • Fullerton friend of ROTC honored with DePuy Award

    Apr 30, 2012

    Doctor Rebecca Morgan, a career counselor at Fullerton College, is the latest recipient of Cadet Command's General William E. DePuy Award. Morgan has given an enormous amount of personal time and effort to influence the success of Army ROTC programs in southern California.

  • Honoring Presidential Legacy - CASCOM leadership pays tribute to 5th president

    Apr 30, 2012

    RICHMOND, Va. -- Every year on the anniversary of his birth, wreaths are placed at his gravesite serving as a reminder that this nation has not forgotten one of its Virginian-born forefathers. On behalf of the U.S. president, Maj. Gen. James L. Hodge, Combined Arms Support Command commanding general, and Command Sgt. Maj. James E. Riddick, CASCOM's top noncommissioned officer, placed a red, white and blue flowered wreath in front of President James Monroe's tomb in Richmond's Hollywood Cemetery Saturday.

  • Senior Enterprise Talent Management program opens for Army civilians

    Apr 27, 2012

    Army civilians in the grades of GS-14/15 and equivalent employees, may now begin the self-nomination process for entry into the Army's Senior Enterprise Talent Management program.

  • Mentoring future leaders

    Apr 27, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. -- Brig. Gen. Stephen E. Farmen, the Army's Chief of Transportation and Transportation School commandant, speaks with Reserve Officer Training Course cadets during a recent senior class visit to the area as part of an educational program.

  • Army Learning Summit to discuss changes to Army teaching methods

    Apr 27, 2012

    U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command will host the 3rd Annual Army Learning Summit May 1-3 at the TRADOC headquarters located at Fort Eustis.

  • Soldier receives Broken Wing

    Apr 26, 2012

    Friends and Family members gathered at the U.S. Army Combat Readiness/Safety Center for a ceremony to recognize and honor one of its extraordinary Aviators April 17.

  • Lawton scientist helps Soldiers

    Apr 26, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- Dr. Betsy Rice is a research chemist with the Army Research Laboratory in Aberdeen, Md. Her work involves protecting Soldiers on the battlefield while also making weapons more effective. Last week she spoke to a group of science students at her alma mater, Cameron University, where she was quick to tell her audience that when she was growing up in Lawton, she never saw herself as a scientist.

  • Fort Jackson searching for the Drill Sergeant of the Year

    Apr 26, 2012

    Six drill sergeants are in competition to be named Fort Jackson's Drill Sergeant of the Year for 2012.

  • Australian cadets win Sandhurst Competition

    Apr 26, 2012

    WEST POINT, N.Y. (April 26, 2012) -- Australians certainly know how to celebrate a victory with enthusiasm. After being named the top team at the 2012 Sandhurst Military Skills Competition April 21, the cadets from the Royal Military Academy at Duntroon hoisted the Reginald E. Johnson Memorial plaque up high and roared "Aussie, Aussie, Aussie; Oi, Oi, Oi."

  • C-RAM transforms defense tactics

    Apr 26, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- Mortars, artillery and rockets have been the weapon of choice for insurgents in Iraq and Afghanistan. They are mobile and can be easily hidden, giving Coalition soldiers just seconds to take cover when they are launched.

  • Resiliency training creates peer counselors

    Apr 26, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- Junior enlisted Soldiers are encouraged to go to their chain of command when they have problems with anything and everything from needing time off to weapons training. ... Fort Sill's Battle to Battle program, or B2B, addresses this issue by training junior enlisted Soldiers from every battalion on post as peer to peer, or battle buddy to battle buddy counselors.

  • Celebrating a new home for U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School

    Apr 26, 2012

    WEST POINT, N.Y. (April 26, 2012) -- Col. Tyge Rugenstein was on his way to Fort Monmouth, N.J., to check housing options in 2005 before assuming command at the U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School as the new commandant. He then heard on a local news station that the installation was to be closed as part of the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure action. His wife wondered if a U-turn would be an appropriate move.

  • Honor "Celebrate Diversity Month" with Army Strong Stories

    Apr 26, 2012

    Throughout the month of April, ArmyStrongStories.com has been taking part in Celebrate Diversity Month. Celebrate Diversity Month is a time to recognize, celebrate and appreciate all the differences that make up our nation. The Army represents our nation's diversity with service members from a wide range of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences.

  • New company activated in Ordnance Battalion

    Apr 26, 2012

    New company activated in Ordnance Battalion Echo Company to serve unique role in the 832nd

  • 412th Theater Engineer Command 2012 Best Warrior Competition day three

    Apr 26, 2012

    FORT RUCKER Ala.--Competitors showed off their marksmanship abilities as day three of the 412th Theater Engineer Command's 2012 Best Warrior Competition started off with a bang at Fort Rucker Ala., April 26. After zeroing their M4 Rifles, the Soldiers qualified with the weapons by shooting at 40 timed targets with the allotted 40 rounds of ammunition, then they took on a timed reflexive fire qualification course, that tested their abilities to hit stationary targets from multiple positions, including the hood of a Humvee. Day three ended with a nighttime M4 Rifle qualification. The contest continues to be a tight race as the warriors charge into the final stages of the competition.

  • ENFORCE 2012 concludes at Fort Leonard Wood

    Apr 25, 2012

    Thousands of Engineers were on Fort Leonard Wood last week for ENFORCE 2012 "Engineering for the Wars We Fight." ENFORCE wrapped up April 21 after five days of events.

  • Army S&T officials discuss collaboration to support Soldiers

    Apr 25, 2012

    ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. -- About 50 senior U.S. Army science and technology officials discussed new methods to bring capabilities to Soldiers faster April 24. During the Science, Technology, and Engineering Executive Forum, uniformed and civilian leaders from across the Army focused on implementing faster and less expensive methods to transition research and development. Dale A. Ormond, director of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, said his goal is to improve the ability to field technology by better understanding the Army's program executive offices' needs.

  • Fort Leonard Wood honors 13 as 'Instructor of the Year'

    Apr 25, 2012

    The Maneuver Support Center of Excellence and Fort Leonard Wood honored 13 instructors who competed against their peers and earned the "Instructor of the Year" award for 2011 in Lincoln Hall Auditorium Monday.

  • 38 teams compete for title of 2012 Best Sapper at Fort Leonard Wood

    Apr 25, 2012

    One competitor described the competition as smashing the 28-day Sapper Leader Course into 53 hours of grueling tasks spread across Fort Leonard Wood. Now two engineers have proven they are the 2012 Best Sappers -- Capt. Mike Kendall and Staff Sgt. Frank Batts, from the 82 Airborne Division, in Fort Bragg, N.C.

  • 11th ACR conducts Basic Sniper Observer Course

    Apr 25, 2012

    FORT IRWIN, Calif. -- "Ready… ready… fire" is shouted out over a desert firing range as Sgt. Gil Landtiser, a Trooper with Bravo Troop, 1st Squadron, 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, fires a shot. Landtiser then confirms his shot and then moves on to the next target.

  • Units tap JCATS to measure training goals

    Apr 25, 2012

    The Clarke Simulation Center on Harmony Church has a place where all units can practice mission command. A multipurpose tool called Joint Combat and Tactical Simulation can be tailored around an "infinite number of scenarios" to prepare leaders in planning, creating staff positions, battle tracking and proper communication procedures before and after live training events, said George Ford, the facility's constructive simulations chief. Force XXI Battle Command Brigade and Below, or FBCB2, and Command Post of the Future capabilities are fully integrated into JCATS exercises.

  • U.S. troops a force against genocide

    Apr 25, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. (April 25, 2012) -- American military personnel are in a unique position to stop genocide, a retired Army chaplain told more than 100 service members and civilians gathered at Liberty Chapel April 18 for Fort Lee's Holocaust Day of Remembrance Observance.

  • Sustainers take training to new heights

    Apr 25, 2012

    FORT A.P. HILL, Va. (April 25, 2012) -- New York Army National Guard assault helicopter battalion aerial gunnery exercise at Fort A.P. Hill April 17 presented a unique training opportunity for participants of the 16th Ordnance Battalion Sustainment Warrior Field Training Exercise rotation 12-19.

  • Army launches new resource for Army civilian training, leader development

    Apr 25, 2012

    The Army launched a one-stop website consolidating information about Civilian training, competitive professional development and leader development opportunities.

  • Army Logistics University students get unique look at Civil War battle

    Apr 25, 2012

    HOPEWELL, Va. (April 25, 2012) -- All officers experience staff rides throughout their Army careers, but very few take a look at the operational strategic level like students from the Theater Logistics Studies Program from the Army Logistics University here.

  • Soldier loses 114 Pounds to join ranks

    Apr 25, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. (April 25, 2012) -- His face was a shade redder, his brow seemed moist and he looked a bit uneasy.

  • Training Goes Beyond the Basics

    Apr 25, 2012

    Capitol Recruiting Co. Station Commanders and Noncommissioned Officers from Capitol Company's seven stations teamed up with 10 Army Reserve Drill Sergeants to make this Future Soldier Training Program (FSTP) event much more than just a basic training readiness event. The Future Soldiers were put into teams by ship date instead of by recruiting station.

  • 412th Theater Engineer Command 2012 Best Warrior Competition day one

    Apr 24, 2012

    FORT RUCKER, Ala. -- The 412th Theater Engineer Command's 2012 Best Warrior Competition got underway at Fort Rucker, Ala. April 24, 2012. The contest measures Soldiers' physical and mental toughness, and is designed to identify the best competitors among the 13,000 Soldiers within the command. Twenty-four Soldiers from the TEC's subordinate units took part in day one events that included an Army Physical Fitness Test, a written exam, a technical essay as well as day and night land navigation courses. The best noncommissioned officer and junior enlisted Soldier from the competition will hold the title of Best Warrior for one year throughout the command, and will compete in the United States Army Reserve Command's Best Warrior competition in June at Fort Mc Coy, Wis. Winners of the USARC competition will compete at the Army level.

  • Strolling down memory lane

    Apr 24, 2012

    Alumni of the Transportation Corps officer candidate class of 1967 visited Fort Eustis Monday to see how the place has changed since they attended training 45 years ago. Highlights of their installation tour included visits to the Transportation Museum, simulation center and the water port on the James River.

  • Secretary of Army recognizes innovation

    Apr 24, 2012

    Four Soldiers who built a training device to teach service members to safely exit an overturned Humvee were among 22 troops and civilians honored April 24, 2012, as part of the 2012 Secretary of the Army Awards.

  • McHugh: Important time for the TRADOC mission

    Apr 23, 2012

    Secretary of the Army John McHugh traveled to U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command headquarters at Fort Eustis, Va., April 20, 2012, to receive briefings from TRADOC leaders on the Army Profession, doctrine, leader development, and training and education.

  • Army leaders discuss S&T strategy, priorities to deliver solutions

    Apr 23, 2012

    The deputy assistant secretary of the Army for research and technology led a dialogue among six officials from across the Army's scientific community, April 18, 2012, at the National Defense Industrial Association's 13th Annual Science and Engineering Technology Conference at North Charleston, S.C.

  • 'NBA Cares' rep talks post traumatic stress

    Apr 23, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- Former NBA referee and now "NBA Cares" ambassador Bob Delaney visited Fort Sill April 11 to speak with Soldiers about his experiences with post traumatic stress.

  • Airborne field artillery trains on, above Fort Sill

    Apr 23, 2012

    Elements of the 82nd Airborne Division from Fort Bragg, N.C., parachuted into one of Fort Sill's drop zones last week for a joint fires exercise.

  • ADA competes for best shooter

    Apr 23, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- A battlefield is a competition. The stakes are life and death and the winner does not receive a trophy. Commander Col. Daniel Garcia, emphasized this mentality with his 31st Air Defense Artillery Brigade Gunfighter Competition April 10-12.

  • Former FA Soldier recalls military service

    Apr 23, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla.-- Hours before paratroopers from Fort Bragg, N.C., jumped from a C-17 for a fires training mission, Donald Stevenson stood on the ground envious. "I wish I could go jump with them, but I don't think they'll allow old former Soldiers to do that," he said. "I'll just stand on the side and watch the young Soldiers do it."

  • Brothers in arms: The Rowlands of the 411th Engineer Brigade

    Apr 22, 2012

    2nd Lt. Benjamin Rowland, deploying with the 411th Engineer Brigade, 412th Theater Engineer Command, embraces his father during the unit's farewell ceremony at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, N.Y., April 19, 2012.

  • Army Secretary discusses the future of the force at the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command

    Apr 22, 2012

    Secretary of the Army John McHugh discusses the future of the force at the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Headquarters, April 20, 2012 at Joint Base Langley--Eustis, Va.

  • DOD Holocaust Remembrance Day Observance

    Apr 21, 2012

    Secretary of the Army John McHugh meets a Holocaust survivor and lights a candle at the DOD Holocaust Remembrance Day Observance.

  • Cadets endure grueling Sandhurst course

    Apr 21, 2012

    While they might have prepared for weeks to face the grueling Sandhurst Competition course, there's no real way to know what challenges the course will pose.

  • Red Dragons recognize volunteers

    Apr 20, 2012

    Fort Sill, Okla. -- Transition can present many challenges for an Army family as they establish roots and routines involving new assignments, locations, and living conditions. One of the best ways family members can adjust to the constant challenges of Army life is to volunteer. When family members volunteer, they have an opportunity to display their skills and contribute within the battalion and community.

  • Cadets take aim at Sandhurst title as event opens with marksmanship

    Apr 20, 2012

    The annual Sandhurst Competition is under way at West Point, N.Y. Day 1 is highlighted by marksmanship.

  • CTC conference discusses future of training

    Apr 20, 2012

    FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kan. -- Future training at the Combat Training Centers and at home stations was a major topic of discussion at this week's CTC Conference. The conference drew participants from across the Army, the sister services and international partners.

  • Professional Development for Logisticians

    Apr 20, 2012

    Have you been looking for some professional development opportunities to improve your knowledge base and perspective? Here are a few upcoming events that focus on both the Army and DoD logistics communities with some highly noted speakers.

  • ROTC cadets learn skills and leadership at NSC

    Apr 20, 2012

    Fifteen ROTC cadets from Nebraska had some fun and learned some valuable lessons Friday at the National Simulation Center (NSC). The event was hosted by the TRADOC Capability Manager for Gaming (TCM Gaming), which is part of the NSC.

  • Local VFW post adopts quartermaster unit

    Apr 19, 2012

    FORT LEE, Va. (April 19, 2012)- Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2239 officially adopted the 54th Quartermaster Company Monday as part of the national VFW Adopt-a-Unit program.

  • Teamwork helps Troopers: Long-standing tradition remains with Cavalry earning spurs

    Apr 19, 2012

    Dropped off into an unknown location with only a map and a compass, 32 teams of more than 300 Soldiers tested their proficiency against enemy detection and their willpower to undergo more than 18 miles of grueling reconnaissance tasks, April 10-11, 2012.

  • NBA ambassador talks post traumatic stress

    Apr 19, 2012

    FORT SILL, Okla. (April 19, 2012) -- Former NBA referee and now "NBA Cares" ambassador Bob Delaney visited Fort Sill April 11 to speak with Soldiers about his experiences with post traumatic stress.

  • SMA: 'Smaller Army' still full of opportunity

    Apr 19, 2012

    Troops back from Iraq and beginning the move out of Afghanistan will find a "smaller Army" as the U.S. military enters an era of shrinking budgets, but advancement possibilities are alive and well for those who wish to stay in uniform, the top enlisted Soldier said Thursday.

  • Future is the focus at Senior Enlisted Leaders Conference

    Apr 18, 2012

    Senior NCOs meet to discuss the future at Senior Enlisted Leaders Training Conference April 1-4.

  • Sustainability impacts post's future

    Apr 18, 2012

    Simple changes in the daily lives of people on Fort Rucker can make a huge impact on the future of the installation and what it can provide for generations to come.

  • USAWC Strategy Conference: Collaborative approach is key to future U.S. grand strategy

    Apr 18, 2012

    Strategists from all branches of military service, international partners, industry, and academia gathered at the U.S. Army War College last week for a three-day event focused on the future of U.S. grand strategy.