The latest military coverage and support related to Hurricane Sandy.
A fun look at the military and zombies.
The "Week of Valor" is a weeklong schedule of events to recognize and celebrate the military leading up to Veterans Day, Nov. 12. Events scheduled to take place are: military personnel will visit local schools to speak with students about leadership, patriotism and civic responsibility; JAX Chamber will host its 10th annual Military Appreciation Luncheon; Daniel McCarthy, guest speaker, will...
The Marines have landed in New York and New Jersey to support ongoing Humanitarian Relief operations in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.
Units supporting include:
26th Marine Expeditionary Unit
1st Marine Corps District
8th Engineer Support Battalion - Task Force Pump
6th Communications Battalion
Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base is a defense and homeland security compound in Houston, Texas that operates as a joint reserve base through collaborative agreements among the tenants. Ellington Field JRB is notable for having troop presences from all five of the U.S. Armed Forces: Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard. The JRB is part of the larger city-owned Ellington Airport,...
The Joint Task Force - National Capital Region 57th Presidential Inaugural Staff began preparations in support of the Presidential Inauguration. The task force is charged with coordinating all military ceremonial support for the inaugural period. As a joint component, it includes members from all branches of the armed forces of the United States, including Reserve and National Guard components.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense office established in 1972 to develop and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service. ESGR advocates relevant initiatives, recognizes outstanding support, increases awareness of applicable laws, and resolves conflict between service members and employers. Paramount to ESGR's mission is encouraging employment of...
