The Army Chief of Public Affairs Media Relations Division and Online Social Media Division are seeking support from Army Public Affairs assets in submitting stories, photos and video for the 241st Army Birthday (June 14, 2016). While June 14, 2016, is the target date, submissions can be submitted before and after the actual event date. Submissions should include the tag “241ArmyBday.” All submissions to DVIDS with this tag should be collected on the feature page. It is also advisable for submitters to include hometowns for individuals featured in the products to facilitate marketing to local media markets.
WASHINGTON (June 7, 2016) – The U.S. Army will kick off the “Earn Your Cake” campaign June 7 with Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey encouraging troops to join him in celebrating the Army’s 241st Birthday by completing a physical fitness activity and posting it on social media to highlight the importance of a healthy lifestyle in the Army.