John Copeland Holmes was born on February 6, 1925, in Indianapolis, Indiana, who served during World War II in the China-Burma-India theater. When Holmes received his draft notice, he chose … Continue reading #VeteranOfTheDay Army Air Force Veteran John C. Holmes
President Joe Biden has nominated Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. to succeed Army Gen. Mark A. Milley as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. In a White … Continue reading Biden Nominates ‘Top-Notch Strategist’ as Next Joint Chiefs Chairman
In September 2021, the U.S., Australia and the U.K. announced a new partnership, AUKUS, meant to strengthen alliances and security, especially in the Indo-Pacific. In March, plans for moving forward … Continue reading U.S. Partnership With U.K., Australia Enhances Security
The Black Sea is a crucial crossroads for the world and one that is critically challenged, said Mara Karlin, assistant secretary of defense for strategy, plans and capabilities. Karlin, who … Continue reading U.S. Official Looks to Deter Russia in Black Sea Region
In 2022, VHA’s Simulation Learning, Evaluation, Assessment and Research Network (SimLEARN) continuously demonstrated the necessity of health care simulation-based trainings, exercises and testing in order to safely and proactively ensure … Continue reading Health Care Simulation at VA Tests Innovation and Builds Better Veteran Care
This year’s budget request for the Pacific Deterrence Initiative, or PDI, is a full 40% higher than last year’s request, said Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, and that’s … Continue reading Austin Outlines What’s Needed for Successful Competition With China
Edward Cohota was born near Shanghai, China, in the 1840s. His last name was derived from a ship called “Cohota,” which was owned by an American captain in Shanghai. That … Continue reading #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Edward Cohota
Army Veteran Charles Long served in the Army from 1943 to 1951, receiving a Bronze Star for Valor as a combat infantryman in World War II and earning a Purple … Continue reading #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran Charles Long
The U.S. military is the most lethal and capable armed force in the world because previous administrations and Congresses made the investments needed, Army Gen. Mark A. Milley told the … Continue reading Milley Says Investments in Military Capabilities Are Paying Off
The president’s fiscal 2024 defense budget request is a strategy driven document ensuring the U.S. military is the strongest in the world now and into the future, Secretary of Defense … Continue reading Austin Says Budget Request Protects U.S. Today and in Future
Missile threats to the U.S. homeland and allies and partners abroad will only continue to grow, said the commander of U.S. Northern Command and the North American Aerospace Defense Command. … Continue reading General Says Countering Hypersonic Weapons Is Imperative
Late last year, Ash Carter, who served as the 25th secretary of defense, died at his home in Boston. In Washington yesterday, the Special Competitive Studies Project hosted the “Ash … Continue reading Milley Reflects on 25th Secretary of Defense
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks warned today that the Defense Department’s propensity to innovate will be vital to deterring future conflict and maintaining the U.S. military’s strategic edge … Continue reading Innovation Critical to Success as DOD Faces Competition With China
The defense industrial base is facing serious challenges, and now is the time to help those businesses before it is too late, a former deputy secretary of defense said at … Continue reading Industrial Base Strength Necessary for Future DOD Success
The United States and the Philippines will continue the fundamental work needed to modernize and strengthen the alliance between the two nations, said Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III … Continue reading U.S.-Philippines Agree to Modernize, Strengthen Alliance
The Defense Department’s chief information officer underscored today the importance of building a diverse, capable workforce to meet the strategic challenges on the horizon. John Sherman told attendees of this … Continue reading Defense Official Says Diverse Talent Pool Is Critical
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas (AFNS) — Fourteen trainees in basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland raised their right hands and are now the first to complete … Continue reading New Process Helps Trainees Become Citizens
The Defense Information Systems Agency and the Department of Defense Information Network are looking for ways to repurpose cutting-edge technology like artificial intelligence; development, security and operations; and zero-trust assets … Continue reading DOD Aims to Improve Network Security, Leverage New Technologies
Collective focus and alignment across the government and private sector are key to owning the cyber domain in an increasingly complex strategic environment, Army Gen. Paul M. Nakasone, commander of … Continue reading Cybercom Commander Says Partnerships Are Key to Success in Challenging Strategic Environment
U.S. and Philippine relationships are based on strong historical and cultural linkages and a shared commitment to democracy and human rights. Balikatan presented an opportunity for personnel from the AFP … Continue reading U.S., Philippines Complete Exercise
Having grown up not far from the Army Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, Irvine Swahn knew at a young age that he would probably end up working there someday. He … Continue reading Face of Defense: A Chemist’s Journey to Make ‘Bad Unknowns’ Known
George Marshall’s story began in 1880. According to the Historical Office of the Secretary of Defense, Marshall is “the son of a coal merchant… was born in Uniontown, Pennsylvania.” When … Continue reading #VeteranOfTheDay Army Veteran George Marshall
