Operation Ironclad is a MEF-wide initiative designed to reinforce discipline and adherence to standards in preparation for competition and conflict. The operation aims to suppress complacency and improve warfighting readiness by empowering Marines and Sailors at all levels to execute their duties with precision, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Sixteen NATO allies, more than 40 ships, 25 aircraft and approximately 9,000 personnel began the 54th iteration of Baltic Operations, or BALTOPS 25, June 5-20, is the premier annual maritime-focused military exercise in the Baltic region.
BALTOPS provides NATO allies a unique opportunity to train together, strengthen interoperability and demonstrate collective readiness to defend the...
AMISTAD (Spanish for friendship) brings U.S. military health professionals together with partner nation medical teams to work together and relieve stress on overtaxed host nation medical systems. This Air Forces Southern led medical assistance mission meets critical readiness standards for deployable U.S. military personnel while increasing their ability to adapt to new environments with...
The U.S. Army was established by an act of the Continental Congress on 17 JUNE 1775. The U.S. Army Medical Command was established on 27 JULY 1775. In recognition of the 250th birthday of the Army Medical Command which will be 27 JULY 2025, we will highlight the proud history of Army Medicine.
Previously known as Northern Lightning, Sentry North is an annual exercise at Volk Field, Wisconsin first began as a handful of units training together in the early 2000s. In 2015 the exercise was expanded and has grown ever since. The concept of these exercises is to schedule and build only those training events that will directly benefit the participating flying squadrons. Basing the...
The week-long competition evaluates each squad on their technical skills, tactical proficiency, and ability to operate as a disciplined, cohesive team. Events include a wide range of fitness and combat-related challenges, such as the Army Fitness Test, weapons lanes, a demanding six-mile foot march, individual warrior tasks, and squad battle drills. The top-performing team will advance to...
The South Carolina National Guard will host a change of command ceremony. A change of command ceremony formally transfers authority and responsibility from one leader to another, ensuring a smooth continuation of operations. It’s a significant military and organizational tradition that symbolizes the passing of the torch and honors both the departing and incoming commanders. During The...
After 42 years of dedicated service to the South Carolina National Guard, the state of South Carolina, and nation, Major General R. Van McCarty will retire, marking the culmination of a distinguished career of leadership and unwavering commitment. A formal retirement ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the Lexington District 2 Performing Arts Center.
