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Three Transition Team Marines Awarded Bronze Stars

Three Marines formerly with the 1st Iraqi Army Division Military Transition Team, II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward), were awarded Bronze Star medals during a ceremony held aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 21.

Trainer to Training; Former Fitness Trainer Loves Army Life

Joining the Army turned out to be a perfect fit for Pfc. Michael George. Before joining, the native of Philadelphia, Pa., worked as a freelance personal fitness trainer, ran his own company and managed other personal trainers as well. When business started getting a little dry, George's thoughts turned to the Army.

Tuskegee Airman of the Week: Jan. 24-30

Airman 1st Class Allison Boehm of the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs office is the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing's Tuskegee Airman of the Week for Jan. 24-30.

Fort Bragg 'Red Devils' Open Joint Training Range With Iraqi Army Partners

Sharp gunfire cracked the mid-morning silence at Camp Hamza Jan. 21 as U.S. paratroopers from 1st Advise and Assist Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, tested their skills at a new firing range.

Generating Power for the War Fighter

The Army relies heavily on electrical energy, and a group of five enlisted Soldiers have the heavy task of maintaining this vital commodity for many people at Victory Base Complex.

Iraqi Boy Scouts Interact With American Forces

"On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight."

Iraqi Gunners Look Out From Above

On a cold January night more than 1,500 feet above Baghdad an Iraqi Mi-17 and Huey helicopters perform tactical maneuvers through the sky, as aerial gunners view the ground for unsuspecting danger through night vision goggles.

Provincial Joint Coordination Center Opens, Enhances Kirkuk's Security

One of the most critical components to local Iraqi government, and Iraqi and U.S. forces, opened its doors in Kirkuk on Feb. 3.

Iraqi Forces Arrest Terrorism Suspects

Iraqi security forces, aided by U.S. advisers, arrested seven terrorism suspects in operations in Iraq Feb. 4-5, military officials said.

Local Nationals Work to Keep JBB Clean

Soldiers with the 547th Transportation Company, 49th Transportation Battalion, 15th Sustainment Brigade, 13th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) escort the local nationals who work to beautify Joint Base Balad, Iraq, and keep it clean.

Coming Together for Kirkuk

For nearly a century three different Iraqi security organizations, operating in the Kirkuk province, have historically been at odds with each another. However they have joined forces in hope of creating a secure Iraqi parliamentary election and a safer Kirkuk province, according to Lt. Salam Muhammad Amen, Kirkuk Combined Security Force, 4th platoon leader.

Transportation Soldiers Escort Local Nationals to Work at JBB Recycling Yard

At JBB's recycling yard, Soldiers with the 547th Transportation Company out of Washington, work to make Joint Base Balad, Iraq, environmentally friendly, employ nearby villagers and stimulate the local economy.

Latin Night at Warhorse Is 'muy Caliente'

He bends towards her and extends his hand. Without saying a word he waits patiently for her response. She sneaks a glance at him through her lashes, and with a hint of a smile, she places her hand in his.

Conference Helps FOB Mayors Prepare for Base Closures

Brigade S-4 representatives and mayors from throughout the U.S. Division- North area of operations attended a base closure conference held by the Task Force Marne G-4 section, Jan. 29-30 at Contingency Operating Base Speicher.

Across the World

Spc. Jon Calhoun, a Soldier in C Company, 203rd Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, isn't your typical specialist in the United States Army.

Iraqi Pilots Earn Their Wings

The Iraqi Air Force marked another milestone as new Iraqi pilots graduated from the second rotary wing and fifth fixed wing classes at the Iraqi Flight Training School here, Feb. 1.

Re-opening of Iraqi Bazaar Aids Local Community

Strengthening the area's economy and creating jobs to help curb unemployment were benefits cited by both local Iraqi business leaders and military commanders here during a ceremony to recognize new partnerships with a changeover of vendors at JBB's Iraqi Bazaar, Feb. 1.

Air Defense Artillery Soldiers Say Goodbye to Families, Head to Iraq

About 30 Soldiers from E Battery, 1st Battalion, 44th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 69th ADA Brigade, along with Soldiers from III Corps, made their last preparations for their 12 month deployment to Iraq, Feb. 1, at Fort Hood.

Keeping Streets Safe Through Partnership

Shi'a Muslims begin their pilgrimage to religious shrines during the observance of Arba'een; in efforts to make their passage a more safe one, U.S. forces partner with the Iraqi army to engage locals and clear the streets of hazards, Feb. 2.

US Continues to Hand Over Camps to Iraq

U.S. military leaders returned four camps to the government of Iraq in the country's southern region, Jan. 30.

Dragon Brigade Turns Over Two Bases in Salah Ad-Din Province

Two bases were handed back to the Government of Iraq, Feb. 1, in accordance with the U.S. - Iraq Security Forces Agreement to reduce U.S. troops in Iraq to 50,000 by August.

Electronic Warfare: 'We Be Jammin''

Providing the definition of joint operations, the Army, Air Force and Navy teamed up to teach electronic warfare during their Operation Iraqi Freedom deployments.

Tuskegee Airman of the Week: Jan. 17-23, 2010

Staff Sgt. Mia Williams of the 332nd Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron is the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing's Tuskegee Airman of the Week for Jan. 17-23.

701st BSB Soldier on the Fast Track to Becoming an NCO

Since joining the military in July 2008, Pfc. Cherice A. Nicholas of Newport News, Va., a food service specialist with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 701st Brigade Support Battalion, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division out of Fort Riley, Kan., said attending the Warrior Leader Course as a private first class has been one of her greatest accomplishments, so far.

Soldiers, Civilians Cook Off in Baghdad 'Iron Chef' Competition

Ready. Set. Cook.

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