Wed, Jul 28, 2010
Check out the companies, organizations and inviduals who made our April/May 2010 trip over with the troops to Afghanistan possible. Check out also who is making our next upcoming 2010 trip over with the troops this time to both Iraq and Afghanistan. Please visit their websites and send them a message thanking them.
Tue, Jul 20, 2010
We are heading out on our next trip with our troops to both Iraq and Afghanistan. When we return we are planning news conferences and events in other cities. Local people here in Colorado Springs who help groups with fund raisers have put together a very simple and easy long term fund raiser for us. Check out: www.abuckfortwh.com
Sun, Jul 11, 2010
Videos from our recent trip with Ft Carson 4BCT 4ID Soldiers in Afghanistan are NOW ONLINE www.youtube.com/bobc9246 WATCH videos with more than 40 soldiers, several Afghans, on a mission with Ft Carsons 2-77 and more. You can Help get our troops stories out to millions. It will take just a few minutes of your time to participate in this call to action and also promote your programs. WATCH Videos then SHARE them with everybody You can!!!
Fri, Jun 25, 2010
Just two months after the debut of the newest program to Gold 101.5 FM KRJM and live streaming webcast on www.krjmradio.com – Host Bob Calvert’s “Talking With Heroes” program has really taken off!
Fri, May 14, 2010
Please WATCH this One Minute Video from Major T. G. Taylor - Ft Carsons 4BCT 4ID Public Affairs Officer that was taped in Afghanistan - May 2010. Then Please SHARE it with everybody you can.
Fri, Aug 13, 2010
By Ian Graham Emerging Media, Defense Media Activity WASHINGTON, Aug. 13, 2010 - The flood in Pakistan has caused unprecedented damage and left millions of people across the country homeless. The problem is beyond comprehension, and international support groups, including the U.S. military, are doing what they can to help.
Fri, Aug 13, 2010
By John Crosby Camp Atterbury Public Affairs CAMP ATTERBURY JOINT MANEUVER TRAINING CENTER, Ind., Aug. 13, 2010 - The installation support unit safety officer here is competing in this year's Scottish Highland Games 2010 Masters World Championships in Colorado's Rocky Mountains to honor the memory of his wife, who died in October.
Thu, Aug 12, 2010
By Judith Snyderman Emerging Media, Defense Media Activity WASHINGTON, Aug. 12, 2010 - Over the past month, members of the fledgling Afghan air force have been carrying out lifesaving humanitarian missions in Pakistan and Afghanistan, demonstrating their skills and giving a glimpse into the future shape of the air corps.
Thu, Aug 12, 2010
Debbie Gregory, CEO of Military Connection, The Go To Site, is proud to announce the launch of VAMBOA – VETERAN AND MILITARY BUSINESS OWNERS ASSOCIATION. VAMBOA, a non-profit trade association, will strive to ensure the development, growth and prosperity of Veteran Owned Businesses, Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses (SDVOB) and Military Businesses of all sizes
Wed, Aug 11, 2010
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2010 - The NATO-led International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan now has almost 120,000 troops from 47 different countries assigned to it, NATO officials said yesterday.
Wed, Aug 11, 2010
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2010 - The commander of the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan today praised the Afghan defense ministry for growing its army ahead of schedule, while NATO forces confirmed the death of a senior Taliban commander killed in fighting with Afghan and international troops
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2010 - As military operations continue across Afghanistan, enemy actions continue to kill or injure Afghan civilians, military officials reported.
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2010 - U.S. Army helicopters took advantage of a break in the weather to fly relief missions in Pakistan yesterday and today, rescuing 916 people and delivering 89,000 pounds of relief supplies
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
WARDAK PROVINCE, Afghanistan– Combat Outpost Sayed Abad is now home to a new noncommissioned officer school designed to deliver a train-the-trainer approach at teaching and hone the skills Afghan National Police and Afghan National Army soldiers need to be successful NCOs.
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
By Sgt. 1st Class Derek Heck, C-2/285th Assault Helicopter Battalion BASRAH, IRAQ – While members of the North Dakota National Guard’s Company C (Charlie Company), 2/285th Assault Helicopter Battalion (AHB) are deployed to Iraq, they are gaining valuable experiences that will last them a lifetime. The high profile – high operational tempo the Soldiers of this small unit face is amongst the highest of all aviation units in Iraq.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
KHOST PROVINCE, Afghanistan – The Afghan Border Patrol was able to conduct their first large-scale independent convoy, transporting 42 up-armored Humvees on locally-hired “jingle” trucks Aug 3.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
KUNAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Afghan National Army and International Security Assistance Forces patrolled the area and went to the nearby village of Kuz Kormal. ANA and ISAF officials met with village leaders, surveyed residents and discussed potential public works projects in the area.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
Ft Carsons 3rd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. PAO - Soldiers of the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division competed in the Virginia 10-Miler at Contingency Operating Base Adder. Pfc. Jarred Hall of the 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. won the race with a time of one hour, six minutes, and 15 seconds.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
UMM QASR, Iraq - The Government of Iraq has been concentrating on providing basic necessities to its people while striving to maintain order and security. Electricity has been an issue Iraqis are concerned about. In the southern city of Basra and throughout Iraq demonstrations have been held demanding more reliable power.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
GHAZNI PROVINCE, Afghanistan– Sakhozi villagers eagerly poured out of their homes to meet Ghazni Provincial Reconstruction Team members Aug. 5. This was the first visit by the PRT to the village, and it was uncertain if the meeting would be well-received.
Sat, Aug 07, 2010
U.S. Army Sgt. Gary Martinka, from Brackenridge, Pa., Khost Provincial Reconstruction Team, sorts through compression bandages Aug. 6
Thu, Aug 05, 2010
By Dijon Rolle U.S. Army Garrison Baden-Wuerttemberg Public Affairs HEIDELBERG, Germany, Aug. 5, 2010 - While saying Army Spc. Ekaterina Volsky's childhood was difficult is accurate, it doesn't even begin to describe the poverty, abuse and neglect she has overcome in her short lifetime.
Wed, Aug 04, 2010
Ava Aston has created a uniquely crystalline vocal sound all of her own. Aston’s current single release, “We the People” showcase truly beautiful vocal melodies that rise above smartly-written lyrics, while blasting through a blonde bombshell package.
Wed, Aug 04, 2010
Soldiers' Angels (Official) WINGTIP TO WINGTIP WE TIP OUR HALOS To a hard working Angel Maryann Phillips and to all the Soldiers Angels (Mary Ann Phillips (Star Valley Ranch, Wyo.): Ms. Phillips volunteers in Germany with Soldiers’ Angels, a non-profit that provides support to soldiers wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Wed, Aug 04, 2010
Patriotic themed release includes new versions of “Iraq Blues” and “(What This World Needs Is) A Few More Rednecks 2010” (Nashville, TN – Aug. 2, 2010) Legendary Blue Hat Records/E1 Entertainment act, The Charlie Daniels Band, is set to release a new collection of patriotic songs on Aug. 10 titled Land That I Love.
Tue, Aug 03, 2010
By Air Force Tech. Sgt. Drew Nystrom 455th Air Expeditionary Wing BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan, Aug. 3, 2010 - An Air Force C-130H Hercules crew delivered relief supplies to Islamabad, Pakistan, July 31 in response to catastrophic monsoon flooding.
Tue, Aug 03, 2010
By Army Capt. Peter Shinn Iowa National Guard CAMP ATTERBURY, Ind., Aug. 3, 2010 - For Army Sgt. John Larsen of the Missouri National Guard, going to Afghanistan for a year to improve that nation's ability to feed its people is a calling
Mon, Aug 02, 2010
KABUL, Afghanistan – The Afghan National Army held a ceremony to officially open a new infantry school at Darulaman in Kabul, Aug. 1, 2010
Mon, Aug 02, 2010
PHOTOS: CAMP LEATHERNECK, Afghanistan – Lance Cpl. Frank Martin had only been in Afghanistan a few days when a 60-pound improvised explosive device detonated while he and his squad were on their first foot patrol in northern Marjah, hurling him into the air.
Mon, Aug 02, 2010
POL-E CHARKI, Afghanistan – U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gerardo “Josh” DeAvila was wounded in action while on patrol in Marjah, Afghanistan. Although he was half a world away from home, DeAvila was quickly surrounded by family and friends, due to a strong military family and community
Sun, Aug 01, 2010
Our 250,000+ volunteers in over 20 different teams and programs operate internationally to provide letters, care packages, and comfort items to the deployed, and support for their families here at home. We also provide assistance to the wounded, continuing support for veterans, remembrances and comfort for families of the fallen, and immediate response to unique difficulties.
Sun, Aug 01, 2010
From The Desert Angels Support Group: Just got an urgent request…can you help a MARINE unit that is serving out in the field (in direct combat with the enemy) and living under very BASIC condition….They NEED our support! They need everything …NECK COOLERS is very much needed...PLEASE help this unit. Let's let them KNOW they are NOT forgotten
Sun, Aug 01, 2010
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C., - A Fort Bragg soldier recently returned from Afghanistan received a Harley Davidson Sportster during an Appreciation Ceremony in the Hall of Heroes at the Rawcliffe Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The donation was made by Lee Rawcliffe, owner of Sands Resorts and Don Allen, CEO of American Veterans Traveling Tribute ("AVTT"). A second soldier will be receiving a Sportster in the fall.
Sun, Aug 01, 2010
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan - Afghans and coalition forces are working shoulder-to-shoulder to supply Afghan National Police. The job of supplying the police is becoming more efficient with the building of the Kandahar Regional Logistics Center at the Joint Regional ANP Center.
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
Music is a natural source of distraction and listening to music every day can have a big impact on both the physical and emotional well-being of our wounded and ill and injured, especially those who suffer PTS.
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
KABUL, Afghanistan - More than 1,500 Afghan nationals attended the Voice of East Paktika Jirga July 29 to discuss peace and tribal security in the seven northern districts of Paktika province.
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
GHAZNI PROVINCE, Afghanistan – An Afghan National Police trainee gives a thumbs-up after rifle training on the range at Forward Operating Base Ghazni July 28. Dyn-Corp International trains the students at the Training Sustainment Site on a curriculum covering everything ranging from weapons to law.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
Compiled from International Security Assistance Force Joint Command News Releases WASHINGTON, July 30, 2010 - Afghan and coalition forces captured numerous suspected insurgents in recent operations in Afghanistan, and insurgents have continued killing civilians as they seek to intimidate the population, military officials reported.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
www.newsblaze.com: First Army Division East, the 205th Infantry Training Support Brigade, and Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center leaders will honor Soldiers during a ceremony here tomorrow.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
www.newsblaze.com: COB ADDER - Operation Iraqi Freedom is slowly winding down for many U.S. units currently in theater as Operation New Dawn waits patiently for the reduction of forces across Iraq.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
www.newsblaze.com: COB DELTA, Iraq - During several ceremonies in Babil and Wasit Provinces, U.S. forces handed over three bases to the Iraqi government - Contingency Operating Post Zulu, Patrol Base Mahawil, and Camp Shaheen. 3rd HBCT, 3rd Inf. Div., of Fort Benning, Ga
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
POL-E-CHARKI, Afghanistan – Aviators say that any landing you walk away from is a good landing.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
By Chris Rasmussen Fort Jackson Leader FORT JACKSON, S.C., July 30, 2010 - Army Pvt. Hannah Grossman appears to be a typical soldier in training: young, determined and focused. But before donning an Army combat uniform, the human resource information management specialist student was a professional cage fighter.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
KHOST PROVINCE, Afghanistan – When most people think of Soldiers they think men with guns rushing headlong into danger, while rarely giving thought to those behind the scenes who keep the weapons firing and the vehicles rolling.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
KHOST PROVINCE, Afghanistan – A public trial for two-accused Afghan kidnappers was held in the Khost Provincial Court, marking a significant step forward in Afghanistan’s progression toward implementing the Rule-of-Law and solidifying a legal process for the accused.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 29, 2010 - Those who leaked classified documents to WikiLeaks and those who decided to publish them may have blood on their hands, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said here today.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
By Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. Carden American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 29, 2010 - Women in today's military serve closer to the front lines of combat than ever before, and as they become veterans the Veterans Affairs Department will be ready to handle their care, VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki said yesterday.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
By Ian Graham Emerging Media, Defense Media Activity WASHINGTON, July 29, 2010 - Defense Department officials want to ensure that anyone whose military enlistment was involuntarily extended under the so-called "stop loss" provision applies to receive a stipend by the Oct. 21 deadline.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
Compiled from International Security Assistance Force Joint Command News Releases WASHINGTON, July 29, 2010 - Insurgents killed six Afghan civilians and wounded three more in roadside bomb attacks in southern Afghanistan yesterday, military officials reported.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
Kabul, Afghanistan (July 29, 2010) — Today 4,123 Afghan National Security Forces graduated from various Afghan National Army and Afghan National Police training courses. This is a significant contribution to the continuous growth of the ANSF forces to the 243,000 goal.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
PAKTYA PROVINCE, Afghanistan - Since arriving in Afghanistan last November, reservists of the Fort Snelling, Minn.,-based 372nd Engineer Brigade have overseen a multi-faceted and evolving mission over a large swath of rugged territory.
Tue, Jul 27, 2010
KHOST PROVINCE, Afghanistan – It’s probably the last place anyone would want to go - a hospital operating room. And having a trauma surgeon called in to try and save your life is probably the last thing on someone’s “to do” list.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
BAGRAM AIR FIELD, Afghanistan, July 26, 2010 - Though the battle in Regional Command-East in Afghanistan is more difficult than expected, U.S., NATO and Afghan forces are making progress there, Army Maj. Gen. John F. Campbell said here yesterday.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
East Haddam, CT – July 2010 - United States Military Veterans and Service Families now have a friend in the car business. Vets-Cars, llc a unique membership program for America’s finest auto dealers is coming to a showroom near you. “The idea behind Vets-Cars, according to Founder, Chris Walsh, is that “Not enough has been done-on any level- for those among us who have served”.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
NURISTAN PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Soldiers from the Afghan National Army, with support from their coalition partners, conducted an air assault July 25 in order to reinforce security in Barg-e Matal, located in the Nuristan province.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
By Air Force Master Sgt. Russell P. Petcoff American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 22, 2010 - A World War II veteran received long-delayed recognition for heroism he displayed 65 years ago in the skies above Nazi Germany during a July 19 award ceremony held in the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
By Lisa Daniel American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 22, 2010 - U.S. forces deployed in Iraq are seeing a return on their investments as they prepare to drawdown from seven years of military operations there, a spokesman for U.S. Forces Iraq said today.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service NEW DELHI, July 23, 2010 - The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is disturbed by a new terrorist trend that Lashkar-e-Taiba the group that attacked the Indian city of Mumbai in November 2008 epitomizes.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 23, 2010 - A senior U.S. military commander in Afghanistan praised the work performed by Afghan security forces during the international meetings held in Kabul July 20.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
WASHINGTON, July 23, 2010 - Afghan-international forces seized enemy weapons caches, captured or killed numerous insurgents, and reopened a long-closed school during recent operations conducted across Afghanistan, military officials reported.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
By Lisa Daniel American Forces Press Service NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., July 23, 2010 - The Departments of Defense and Education are working together to ensure that quality education options are offered to all military families, Dr. Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, said here today.
Thu, Jul 22, 2010
POLE-E CHARKI, Afghanistan- Afghan National Army graduated an entire kandak of new Soldiers from an intense ten-week training course conducted by the Consolidated Fielding Center during a ceremony at Pole-E Charki parade field
Thu, Jul 22, 2010
PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 21, 2010 – Sunshine Roth, President of the SSFOA, stated: This program fits nicely with our mission of remembering and honoring our wounded, ill and injured veterans from all branches of service and all wars.
Wed, Jul 21, 2010
The goal of the operation was to clear insurgents from the village of Chenar, deny them safe haven and extend the reach of reach of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. The operation took place in the Ghaki Valley and involved approximately 425 Coalition Forces
Wed, Jul 21, 2010
Coalition Forces leaders review tactical details of Operation Strong Eagle II at Forward Operating Base Joyce July 18. The goal of the operation was to clear insurgents from the village of Chenar, deny them safe haven and extend the reach of reach of Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan.
Tue, Jul 20, 2010
KUNAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – U.S. Army Pfc. Matthew Shreeve of Ventura, Calif., a medic for 2nd Platoon, Company D, 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, Task Force Bulldog, prepares to move toward the Tantil Afghan National Police station here for a meeting with ANP officers and civilian contractors.
Tue, Jul 20, 2010
KUNAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – The back of the Chinook opened and the small team of scouts, mortarmen and infantrymen exited over knee-high piles of Meals Ready to Eat and bottled water into the darkness of Helicopter Landing Zone Hawk
Tue, Jul 20, 2010
Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF), with support from their coalition partners, conducted an air assault to help secure the town of Chenar, located in the Marawara district.
Fri, Aug 13, 2010
By Donna Miles American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 13, 2010 - President Barack Obama has made clear he wants the best military advice possible concerning the drawdown of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, and ultimately, the situation on the ground will drive the timetable, Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, the top commander there, said in an interview to be aired this weekend.
Thu, Aug 12, 2010
PANJSHIR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – The promising security situation, economic opportunities and quality of governance were among the topics discussed at an Aug. 10 meeting between senior ranking NATO officials and government officials of Panjshir province.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Curtis Velasquez, Panjshir Provincial Reconstruction Team commander and Abilene, Kan., native, talks to a village elder after a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Paryan Justice Center Aug. 2
Wed, Aug 04, 2010
Compiled from International Security Assistance Force Joint Command News Releases WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2010 - Coalition and Afghan forces have detained more than 50 insurgents in Afghanistan in recent days, including a senior Taliban explosives expert and an arms and drug trafficker, military officials reported
Tue, Aug 03, 2010
NURISTAN PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Afghan National Army soldiers, with support from their coalition force partners, executed ground attacks on the towns of Bachancha and Badmuk Aug. 2, clearing them of Taliban fighters and disrupting insurgent operations throughout the region.
Tue, Aug 03, 2010
KUNAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Farmers in an impoverished section of Afghanistan will soon have a classroom for learning more productive methods of growing crops thanks to their local district government and the California Army National Guard’s 40th Infantry Division Agribusiness Development Team.
Mon, Aug 02, 2010
NANGARHAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan - Drawing on experience gained during the flood relief operations in Clarksville, Tenn., in early May, Soldiers from Fort Campbell's 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, assisted local Afghan civilians when flash flooding hit Adah Village in eastern Afghanistan's Beshood District, Nangarhar province July 28.
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
PANJSHIR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – The Shutol District Afghan National Police Station in Panjshir hosted their first media event showcasing Afghan police conducting training here July 21.
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
PARWAN PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Afghan National Police, with assistance from Coalition Forces, recovered two weapons caches in the town of Charikar July 26.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
www.newsblaze.com: Pfc. Donald and Pfc. Kristina Schmit from Minocqua, Wis., serve as a cavalry scout in Headquarters and Headquarters Troop and a signal support systems specialist in Troop D respectively and are currently deployed to Contingency Operating Base Adder - 4th Sqdn., 10th Cav., 3rd BCT, 4th Inf. Div.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Garland Goodrich, a member of the Kentucky Agribusiness Development Team, meets with Mohammad Husain, the head of the Kapisa Department of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock, to discuss the ongoing projects that the Kentucky ADT is sponsoring in the province
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
PANJSHIR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Members of the Panjshir Province Regional Community Development Council, the Bazarak mayor, representatives from the International City Managers Association and Panjshir Provincial Reconstruction Team Civil Affairs Soldiers met in the Bazarak District July 26 to discuss local and provincial issues
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
PAKTIKA PROVINCE, Afghanistan – In an effort to better prepare incoming 4th Brigade, 101st Airborne Division Soldiers, the Iron Rakkasans from 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment conducted July 23-25 the second largest resupply of vehicles and equipment since the unit has been in country.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
Kabul, Afghanistan (July 30, 2010) - The Afghan Air Force responded with two Mi-17s and aircrew accompanied by United States Air Force Air Advisors on 28 July, 2010 to an urgent request to begin rescuing people overcome by rapidly rising flood waters at the confluence of the Kabul and Laghman Rivers, about 11 miles west of Jalalabad.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
PANJSHIR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – Members of Provincial Reconstruction Team Panjshir met with Annisa Gul of the District Development Assembly for women’s affairs in the Paryan District July 24 to discuss various projects and make a humanitarian assistance drop.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
PANJSHIR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – A Kentucky National Guard Agribusiness Development Team funded project, managed by Roots of Peace, has put hundreds of thousands of food-producing plants at 10 different locations in the Panjshir Province.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
CAMP BLESSING, Afghanistan – In the Pech River Valley, a good radio station is hard to come by. But in Nangalam, a city dubbed as the “Jewel of the Pech” in the war–torn country’s Kunar Province, there is one radio station in the area - 101.1 FM, the “Voice of the Pech.”
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
Soldiers from Ft Bennings Troop A, 3rd Squadron, 1st Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division have it all mapped out when it comes to performing the advise and assist mission
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
NewsBlaze.com The 1st Infantry Division human resources' team of personnel administration professionals contribute much to the service members of United States Division-South.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
By Army Spc. Cody A. Thompson 40th Public Affairs Detachment FORT BRAGG, N.C., July 23, 2010 - Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Michael Sanders, a 43-year-old senior interrogator with the XVIII Airborne Corps here, battled a bad knee to earn the coveted master parachutist wings, the highest-level airborne skills award, other than the combat parachutists badge.
Thu, Jul 22, 2010
BAMYAN PROVINCE, Afghanistan – The people of Bamyan Province will soon be able to reach their country’s capital much easier thanks to the construction of a new two-lane highway.
Wed, Jul 21, 2010
KUNAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – The Kunar Provincial Reconstruction Team along with the Kunar Provincial Government and the Social Protection Sectorial Working Group have commissioned the building of a new orphanage in Asadabad.
Wed, Jul 21, 2010
Pasadena, CA July 21, 2010 — Leading military support nonprofit Soldiers’ Angels announced yesterday the appointment of military veteran, new media expert and lobbyist Mark Seavey to its Board of Trustees. Drawing on thirteen years’ experience advocating for veterans, Seavey will work closely with COL (ret) Henry Cook on legislative liaison efforts.
Tue, Jul 20, 2010
PANJSHIR PROVINCE, Afghanistan – An Afghan contractor broke ground July 19 to connect two areas of the only major road running through Panjshir Province in Afghanistan.
Thu, Jul 15, 2010
An event that will take place on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at the Startgazer's Theatre & Event Center in Colorado Springs produced by Majestic Entertainment, LLP and Can I Vent Enterprises for the Soldiers. The event will be the Welcome Home Troops Variety Show! The show will be hosted by "Shed Can I Vent G". Shed is a comedian/ Actor that delivers clean comedy, but also is the double for Tyler Perry's main character "Madea".
Thu, Jul 15, 2010
The Troops in Touch collection of individual cards has been so popular that Beth Allen has created Salute the Troops, a book that's more than just a coloring book. With 22 pages of drawings military children can relate to, as wells games, emotions pages and "story starters," Salute the Troops helps military kids express themselves and interact with their absent parents.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
www.newsblaze.com: A U.S. Army aviation unit continued its expansion across Iraq July 23, completing two transfers of authority ceremonies on U.S. bases in the country's northern region.
Tue, Jul 27, 2010
Boston's North Shore Musical Children's Theatre in Saugus is happy to announce again that Military Families are free on Sunday, Aug. 15th when Kaleidoscope Theatre presents...Little Red Riding Hood..The Musical!!!
Tue, Jul 27, 2010
Ft Carsons 3rd BCT, 4th Inf. Div. PAO: The Dhi Qar Provincial Reconstruction Team conducted a follow-up inspection of electrical lines and poles in the Dhi Qar province.
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
By Army 1st Lt. David Leiva Mississippi National Guard GRENADA, Miss., Aug. 10, 2010 - Faced with a long recovery and the reality that he might never run, surf or return to his Special Forces team, Army Staff Sgt. Andre Murnane made the decision last year to have his right leg amputated below the knee after it was shattered by a roadside bomb that detonated in eastern Afghanistan.
Wed, Aug 04, 2010
By Elaine Wilson American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2010 - With a combat escort at front and rear, Army Maj. Ed Pulido drove a sport utility vehicle into an area of Iraq known as "IED Alley" on his way to Kirkuk from a base northwest of Baghdad.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
By Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. Carden American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, July 22, 2010 - Caring for wounded and injured servicemembers is among the highest priorities within the Defense Department, the acting deputy assistant defense secretary for clinical and program policy told Congress today.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
Kentucky NG ADT visits independently funded fish farm. TF Bulldog Mortar Section protects COP Michigan. Combined forces rescue nearly 100 from flood in Khost prov. MP Sgt. Steven Cobb receives 1st Annual Leadership Award. Iraq: Muthanna PRT helps open new Al-Warkaa school/remodeled Samawah Vocational Tech School. Military leaders discuss Iraqi military doctrine. Govt. officials learn procurement system. Maysan farmers to receive agricultural grants.
Tue, Aug 03, 2010
Kentucky ADT work with Kapisa DAIL on agricultural projects. Dyn-Corp Int'l trains ANP at FOB Ghazni. Citizens report weapons caches in Charikar. Panjshir ANP hosts local media event. Iraq: Ibn Kathir school dedication. NCOs receive recognition for excellence. IP officers graduate U.S. FBI training program. Suspected AQI criminal assocs. arrested in Mosul.
Fri, Jul 30, 2010
Challenges our female troops face. PRT Zabul meets with villagers, aids crops. 101st AD Band practices with ANA Band at Bagram Air Field. S. Carolina NG builds relationships, infrastructure. Iraq: IA leads Abu Ghraib medical mission. 'Waterdogs' keep potable water flowing at JBB. EOD Mobile Unit 2 train in Tikrit. Suspected AQI members/criminal assocs. arrested in multiple ops.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
Trauma surgeon saves lives at Salerno Hospital. Laghman PRT civil engrs check prison upgrades. ANSF continues to secure Barg-e Matal in Nuristan prov. Cmdr. Maj. Gen. John Campbell explains conditions in RC-East.Iraq: Leaders discuss security at COB Adder. 278th ACR and civilian contractors work for a cleaner Taji. Suspected AQI member/criminal assocs., arrested near Tikrit and in SW Baghdad.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
TF Wolverine Rule of Law Team visits Charikar. 330th MP Co build rapport in Khost prov., and combined forces search for illegal weapons. Forces capture IED maker, kill insurgents in Kunduz. Iraq: Rusafa leaders visit forensics lab on Camp Victory. Soldiers learn to be Equal Opportunity leaders. Suspected AQI leader killed, criminal assocs. arrested in Baghdad, and near Mansuriyah.
Sat, Mar 27, 2010
The American Hero Card came about from a deep desire to do something to 'thank' our American Heroes in the military (active/retired/veteran) for all they have done to keep us safe and provide the freedom we have to enjoy life and prosperity in America (and around the world). On Veteran's Day 2009 the Vacation Values Group LLC started the Project that has snowballed into a massive multi-benefit program for not only military but everyone who cares about our freedom in America.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
By John D. Banusiewicz American Forces Press Service FORT DRUM, N.Y., July 28, 2010 - Soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division's 2nd Brigade Combat Team received a rousing welcome home from Iraq here today, not only from fellow soldiers, family members and community leaders, but also from Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Dr. Jill Biden.
Fri, Aug 13, 2010
Sgt. Christopher N. Karch, 23, of Indianapolis, Ind., died Aug. 11 in Arghandab Valley, Afghanistan
Thu, Aug 12, 2010
Sgt. Jose L. Saenz III, 30, of Pleasanton, Texas, died Aug. 9 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Wed, Aug 11, 2010
Pfc. John E. Andrade, 19, of San Antonio, Texas, died Aug. 7 at DE Khak Chupan Turah, Kandahar, Afghanistan
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
One by one, the names of the fallen were read aloud before a crowd in the hundreds that assembled at Memorial Grove outside the post’s main gate. Col. Randy George, commander of (Ft Carsons 4BCT 4ID) the 3,800-soldier brigade, presided over a ceremonial uncasing in which the unit’s flags were unfurled, officially marking the soldiers’ return from some of the most turbulent ground in the war.
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
Sgt. Andrew C. Nicol, 23, of Kensington, N.H., and Pfc. Bradley D. Rappuhn, 24, of Grand Ledge, Mich. died Aug. 8 at Zhari Kandahar, Afghanistan
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
Spc. Faith R. Hinkley, 23, of Colorado Springs, Colo., died Aug. 7 in Baghdad, of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked her unit in Iskandariya, Iraq
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
The following Marines died Aug. 7 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan: Lance Cpl. Kevin M. Cornelius, 20, of Ashtabula, Ohio., Pfc. Vincent E. Gammone III, 19, of Christiana, Tenn
Tue, Aug 10, 2010
The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom: Sgt. Andrew C. Nicol, 23, of Eaton, Mich., Pfc. Bradley D. Rappuhn, 24, of Grand Ledge, Mich.
Mon, Aug 09, 2010
Cpl. Max W. Donahue, 23, of Highlands Ranch, Colo., died Aug. 7 of wounds received Aug. 4 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
Eight foreigners and two Afghans have been found shot dead next to abandoned vehicles in the north-eastern Afghan province of Badakhshan, officials say. The foreigners were six Americans, one Briton and a German, who worked for an international charity providing eye care and medical help.
Sun, Aug 08, 2010
Karen Woo believed there was no greater duty than to deliver medical care to the poorest people. Now she has been killed by gunmen in the remote province of Nuristan
Fri, Aug 06, 2010
Master Sgt. Jared N. Van Aalst, 34, of Laconia, N.H., died Aug. 4 in Kunduz province, Afghanistan
Wed, Aug 04, 2010
Sgt. Kyle B. Stout, 25, of Texarkana, Texas, died July 30 in Kandahar, Afghanistan
Mon, Aug 02, 2010
It seems as though it was just yesterday when I received the knock on the door that would forever change my life. I would be informed of the heroic actions of my son Marc Alan Lee who willingly gave his life so that others could live.
Sun, Aug 01, 2010
Spc. Michael L. Stansbery, 21, of Mount Juliet, Tenn., died July 30 near Kandahar, Afghanistan
Sun, Aug 01, 2010
US ARMY Sgt. Jesse Tilton was an Army Medic serving with the 508th Regiment, 82nd Airborne, U.S. Army in Afghanistan passed away on July 16, 2010 in the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Frankfurt, Germany from injuries sustained while heroically tending to a fellow soldier during a battle in Kandahar, Afghanistan
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom: Capt. Jason E. Holbrook, 28, of Burnet, Texas, and Staff Sgt. Kyle R. Warren, 28, of Manchester, N.H
Sat, Jul 31, 2010
Lance Cpl. Shane R. Martin, 23, of Spring, Texas, died July 29 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
A West Seattle sailor who went missing in Afghanistan has been found dead, his body recovered and his family notified, according to The Associated Press.Petty Officer 3rd Class Jarod Newlove, 25, went missing Friday in Logar province. The Taliban claimed to be holding a U.S. serviceman, but NATO officials in Kabul did not confirm that he was a prisoner.
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
Petty Officer 3rd Class Jarod Newlove, 25, of Renton, Wash., recently listed as missing, died from wounds sustained from an incident in Logar province, Afghanistan
Thu, Jul 29, 2010
Lance Cpl. Abram L. Howard, 21, of Williamsport, Pa., died July 27 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Wed, Jul 28, 2010
The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of four soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Staff Sgt. Conrad A. Mora, 24, of San Diego, Calif., Sgt. Daniel Lim, 23, of Cypress, Calif., Spc. Joseph A. Bauer, 27, of Cincinnati, Ohio., Spc. Andrew L. Hand, 25, of Enterprise, Ala.
Tue, Jul 27, 2010
Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin McNeley, 30, of Wheatridge, Colo., died from wounds sustained from the July 23 incident. Petty Officer 3rd Class Jarod Newlove, 25, of Renton, Wash., is listed as DUSTWUN from the July 23 incident
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
Lance Cpl. Frederik E. Vazquez, 20, of Melrose Park, Ill., died July 24 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of two Marines who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom: Lt. Col. Mario D. Carazo, 41, of Springfield, Ohio., Maj. James M. Weis, 37, of Toms River, N.J
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
They died July 24, at Qalat, Afghanistan: Staff Sgt. Conrad A. Mora, 24, of San Diego, Calif., Sgt. Daniel Lim, 23, of Cypress, Calif., Spc. Joseph A. Bauer, 27, of Cincinnati, Ohio., Pfc. Andrew L. Hand, 25, of Enterprise, Ala.
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
Cpl. Julio Vargas, 23, of Sylmar, Calif., died July 20 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan
Mon, Jul 26, 2010
1st Lt. Michael L. Runyan, 24, of Newark, Ohio, died July 21 in Balad, Iraq
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