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...
Soldiers from the German Luftlandebrigade 1 (LLB1) participate in the 72nd D-Day Landing Anniversary in Normandy to commemorate the Sacrifice of Soldiers during World War II. LLB1 conducted airborne operations, toured battle sites, and participated in ceremonies throughout different cities in Normandy.
The National Guard supported state and local firefighting efforts against multiple wildfires in New Mexico.
U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Rex C. McMillian, commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve, presented Purple Heart medals to the families of Gunnery Sgt. Thomas Sullivan, Staff Sgt. David Wyatt, Sgt. Carson Holmquist and Lance Cpl. Squire "Skip" Wells during a ceremony in Chattanooga, Tennessee, April 20, 2016. The four Marines were killed during an attack on the Naval Operational Support...
The Air National Guard Command Chief Huddle brings together more than 150 command chief master sergeants and other senior enlisted leaders from 90 Air National Guard wings and units, representing all 50 U.S. states, territories and the District of Columbia for an open discussion on issues and challenges facing the ANG. The event helps facilitate a better understanding of the ANG mission,...
Transparency and risk reduction was a topic of discussion in the NATO-Russia Council. NATO Allies expressed concern about last week’s incidents in the Baltic region involving Russian military aircraft. “It is important to consider what steps we can all take to increase transparency and predictability. In the OSCE, all NATO Allies and Russia have agreed on rules governing military...
The 39th Annual Airborne Awards Festival is scheduled for April 13-16, 2016. This festival serves active duty and retired airborne military members from all services, extending the brotherhood of the airborne ethos.
Fleet Week New York, now in its 28th year, is the city's time-honored celebration of the sea services. It is an unparalleled opportunity for the citizens of New York and the surrounding tri-state area to meet Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen, as well as witness firsthand the latest capabilities of today's maritime services. The week-long celebration has been held nearly every year since 1984.
