Fleet Week San Diego’s mission is to honor, celebrate, and thank the men and women of the military through public events and alliances that increase public awareness of the many contributions made by the Military and the Defense Community to the San Diego Region. It's a free event at the Broadway pier that features ship tours and unit capability demonstrations culminating in a boat parade...
The Battle of the Bulge was a turning point in World War II and a symbol of victory for freedom. Today, our strong NATO Alliance continues to uphold those values. We remain unified in our commitment to securing a peaceful future. This year, like every year, we commemorate this battle by demonstrating our commitment to our Allies and partners, which allows us to effectively combat threats and...
Iron Soldiers from across 1st Armored Division from Fort Bliss, Texas, participate in the division’s annual Torch Week event. Iron Soldiers participate in sporting competitions, demonstrations and celebrations designed to build morale across the units, strengthen family readiness and fortify unit cohesion. The 1st Armored Division's 'Torch Week' is an annual event commemorating the...
The annual National Veterans Day Observance, hosted by the Department of Veterans Affairs, honors the men and women who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. armed forces during war and peacetime. Prior to the annual observance, military bands perform a prelude in the Memorial Amphitheater and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington conducts a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the...
The 2024 A/TA Convention brings together Air Force senior leaders, industry partners, media representatives, and Mobility Airmen an open environment to engage on issues and challenges facing America and the Air Mobility community on a global scale. This year's A/TA will be focused on supporting mobility Airmen, preserving mobility culture, and strengthening mobility bonds. The symposium will...
On November 10, 2024, U.S. Marines around the globe will celebrate 249 years of success on the battlefield and a legacy defined by honor, courage and commitment. This year, the Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith and the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz reiterate to the force that Marines are warfighters first and foremost, in any clime and place....
The JROTC National Raider Challenge is the ultimate adventure sport for high school students. Events are physically and mentally demanding, requiring teamwork, discipline and leadership. The competition features a 5K run, obstacle courses, one-rope-bridge, a physical fitness challenge, and more. The top schools competing in the master division of the championship will nominate two Cadets to...
The I Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations West – Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Barracks 360 Reset initiative aims to improve the living conditions and operational readiness of Marines and Sailors through increased oversight by command teams, a dedicated effort to reduce the maintenance backlog and shared ownership of the barracks.
