Air Force Combat Controller Tech. Sgt. John A. Chapman was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor August 22, 2018 for “conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty.”
Chapman is the 19th Airman awarded the Medal of Honor since the Department of the Air Force was established in 1947. He is the first Airman recognized with the medal for...
The armistice to end hostilities on the Korean Peninsula was signed 65 years ago, and is commemorated by United Nations Command at the Joint Security Area inside the Demilitarized Zone. UNC Deputy Commander Canadian Lt Gen Wayne Eyre will host.
There are 36 sniper teams from 19 nations competing in the U.S. Army Europe-directed, Europe Best Sniper Team Competition held at the 7th Army Training Command's Grafenwoehr Training Area in Bavaria, Germany, from July 28 - Aug. 2, 2018.
The Europe Best Sniper Team Competition will test competitor's marksmanship skills, physical prowess, and mental agility while engaging in teambuilding...
On September 20-21, 2018, Oklahoma City will host the "Meet Your Army" initiative. Planned events include two tandem jump camps conducted by the Army’s Golden Knights Tandem Team, performances by the Army's Silent Drill Team, TV and radio interviews with local general officers, and meetings with local civic and business leaders.
The Meet Your Army initiative sends Army leaders (active...
Exercise BRIGHT STAR 2018 is a multilateral U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) command-post exercise, field training exercise and senior leader seminar, held with the Arab Republic of Egypt and other partner nations. Participation strengthens military-to-military relationships between U.S. forces and our partners in the Central Command area of responsibility. The exercise enhances regional...
Joining a proud legacy of leaders, Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. became the 37th person to assume command of the Pacific Air Forces and the more than 46,000 Airmen who call PACAF home.
Exercise Eagle Salute 18 is a surface exercise with the Egyptian Naval Force (ENF) conducted to enhance interoperability and war-fighting readiness, fortify military-to-military relationships and advance operational capabilities of all participating units. Eagle Salute 18 incorporates Eagle Response 18, an explosive ordnance disposal and diving exercise, to provide opportunities for...
The Citizen Soldier Campaign is a communications effort to reconnect the American people with its Army by highlighting Soldiers serving in the Army National Guard. Recent studies have shown a continual decline in familiarity with the military since fewer people report having an immediate connection or a basic understanding of the military lifestyle. Citizen Soldiers work, volunteer, worship...
