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Funding the Fight: USAFMCOM Celebrates Army, Finance Corps Birthdays

Mark R. W. Orders-Woempner — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:33:13 GMT

From Valley Forge and Custer’s ranks to San Juan Hill and Patton’s tanks, the U.S. Army has been the first to fight and America’s might for 251 years. Throughout it all, U.S. Army Finance Corps Soldiers have been there, funding the fight, which is why the U.S. Army Financial Management Command held a ceremony to celebrate the Army and Finance Corps birthdays at the Maj. Gen. Emmett J. Bean Federal Center in Indianapolis June 15.

Army Reserve sustainment Soldiers train for large-scale combat operations during Operation Sentinel Justice

Sgt. 1st Class Rodney Roldan — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:32:47 GMT

Beneath the summer heat of Mississippi's Gulf Coast, Soldiers of the 155th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion (CSSB), 311th Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), traded the comforts of traditional facilities for tents, camouflage netting and expeditionary operations as they participated in Operation Sentinel Justice near Gulfport International Airport.

Celebrating Engineering Excellence: How USACE Strengthens Army Reserve Installation Management on the Corps’ Birthday

Ashley Bradford — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:50:00 GMT

For more than two centuries, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has stood at the forefront of America’s engineering excellence, national service, and infrastructure innovation. As the Corps marks another year of distinguished service, the U.S. Army Reserve reflects with deep appreciation on a partnership that directly strengthens our readiness, modernization, and ability to serve the nation. The Corps’ birthday is a reminder that every mission‑ready Army Reserve facility, every resilient installation, and every modernized training environment is built on the foundation of USACE’s expertise and unwavering commitment.

111th Attack Wing hosts TAG Safety Stand Down at Biddle Air National Guard Base

Senior Airman Matthew Bergh — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:26:01 GMT

Airmen and civilian employees assigned to the 111th Attack Wing participated in a TAG Safety Stand Down at Biddle Air National Guard Base on May 28, 2026, emphasizing risk management, occupational safety and life-saving preparedness across the force.

USV Swarm Demonstrates Maritime Security Capabilities

Staff Sgt. Erik Warren — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

CASIGURAN, Philippines — Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division partnered with Philippine Army forces and industry representatives during Salaknib 2026 to demonstrate how autonomous maritime systems can enhance security and protect critical transportation operations in contested environments.

Eighth Army commanding general speaks at Pyeongtaek University on the future of U.S.-ROK Alliance

Dae Hwan Kim, 8th Army — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:47:56 GMT

The Eighth Army Commanding General, Lt. Gen. Joseph Hilbert, delivered a special lecture to students, faculty, and Republic of Korea Army ROTC cadets at Pyeongtaek University on May 26, 2026, to discuss the future of the U.S.-ROK Alliance and the importance of partnership in an era of rapid change.

The Joint Force in the Jungle: The Alamo Scouts Blueprint for Special Forces in Large Scale Combat Operations

Chief Warrant Officer 2 Dan Moerder — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:18:00 GMT

Over the last 20 years, the U.S. military has been highly focused on counterinsurgency operations as we engaged in the Global War on Terror (GWOT). This focus, along with expertise in irregular warfare and partner force operations, enabled Special Forces to take a predominant role in Afghanistan and Iraq. Today we face a different world. Competition among the great powers is increasing, requiring the U.S. military to shift focus to prepare for LSCO undertaken against a peer enemy. This transition is a natural fit for the conventional force as tankers prepare for armored clashes, naval officers plan fleet engagements, and pilots contemplate a world without airspace supremacy. For Special Forces, this shift can be more confusing. As divisions and corps become the units of action, where does a small team of Green Berets fit?

Book Review: Chokepoints: American Power in the Age of Economic Warfare

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:05:00 GMT

Economic tools are reshaping global power in ways military professionals cannot ignore. From sanctions to tech controls, modern statecraft is increasingly defined by financial and industrial leverage.

Book Review: War in the Smartphone Age: Conflict, Connectivity and the Crises at Our Fingertips

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:04:00 GMT

This review of War in the Smartphone Age highlights Matthew Ford’s argument that mass smartphone use is transforming modern warfare. Using recent conflicts, the book shows how civilian-generated data and connectivity accelerate decision making and reshape the conduct of war.

Book Review: America’s Taiwan Dilemma: Allies’ Reactions and the Stakes for US Reputation

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:03:00 GMT

This review of America’s Taiwan Dilemma: Allies’ Reactions and the Stakes for US Reputation highlights how Michael A. Hunzeker and Mark A. Christopher assess allied perceptions of US reliability in a Taiwan crisis. Drawing on extensive interviews with policymakers in Australia, Japan, and South Korea, the book argues these perceptions—rather than raw military power alone—will shape allied responses and the broader strategic outcome.

Book Review: The Boundaries of War: Local and Global Perspectives in Military History

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:02:00 GMT

The Boundaries of War: Local and Global Perspectives in Military History, edited by Lee L. Brice and Timothy M. Roberts, challenges traditional narratives by exploring how warfare is shaped by both local conditions and global forces. Through case studies ranging from ancient Rome to the World Wars, the book asks whether military history should be understood through regional uniqueness or broader transnational patterns. This thought-provoking collection redefines how we study conflict by bridging the gap between micro-level experiences and macro-level trends.

Book Review: A Violent Peace: A Global Military History of the Interwar Peace

Pentagon News — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:01:00 GMT

In A Violent Peace: A Global Military History of the Interwar Peace, editors Ian Ona Johnson and Robert Clemm challenge the myth of a tranquil interlude between the world wars by revealing a landscape of persistent and widespread conflict. Spanning four continents, the book uncovers forgotten wars, ideological clashes, and military transformations that shaped the global order long before 1939. This compelling volume reframes the interwar years as a violent and formative era, essential to understanding the trajectory of twentieth-century warfare.

Making a Difference: Kentucky Guardsman Reflects on His First Year in Uniform

Spc. Marissa Keith, — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:28:00 GMT

U.S. Army Spc. Ishmael Wilson, a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter repairer with Bravo Company, 2nd Battalion, 147th Aviation, 63rd Theater Aviation Brigade reflects on his first year in the Kentucky Army National Guard during annual training at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center. Motivated by a desire for positive change, Wilson discusses his challenges, personal growth and the impact mentorship had on his development as a Soldier.

Future Soldiers take oath as Army, Finance Corps Mark 251 years

Mark R. W. Orders-Woempner — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Perhaps nothing is more American than baseball and apple pie, except maybe the U.S. Army, which was born a year before the nation itself. To honor that legacy, the Indianapolis Indians joined with the U.S. Army Recruiting Division, U.S. Army Financial Management Command and the U.S. Army Indianapolis Recruiting Battalion to celebrate the 251st birthdays of both the Army and the Army Finance Corps during a baseball game at Victory Field in Indianapolis June 12.

For Calantoc Family, Warrior Games Week Marks Competition, Recovery and a New Chapter

Vernishia Vaughn — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:34:00 GMT

In 2024, Calantoc was still learning how to move through adaptive sports with speed, skill and confidence. This year, competing with Team Army at the 2026 Warrior Games, he returned with experience, a stronger voice on the court and a deeper understanding of what recovery can become when family, teammates and purpose move with him.

USARPAC Honors Community Leader During Mana O Ke Koa Award Ceremony Award

Staff Sgt. Egypt Johnson, U.S. Army Pacific Public Affairs Office — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:38:44 GMT

FORT DeRUSSY, Hawaii — U.S. Army Pacific recognized outstanding service to Soldiers, families and the Army community during the 2026 Mana O Ke Koa, or “Spirit of the Warrior,” Award Ceremony at Fort DeRussy, June 12.

130th PAD conducts crisis communication exercise

Timothy Koster — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Soldiers assigned to the Connecticut National Guard’s 130th Public Affairs Detachment conducted its first-ever crisis communication exercise focused on hurricane domestic operations at the Gov. William A. O’Neill Armory in Hartford, Conn. June 10 – 12, 2026.

Kentucky National Guard officer promoted to colonel

Milt Spalding, — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:04:00 GMT

Lt. Col. Michael Sharp was promoted to the rank of colonel during an April 24 ceremony, marking more than 25 years of service in the Kentucky Army National Guard. As the state's director of logistics, Sharp oversees efforts to ensure Guard units are equipped and prepared for both state emergencies and federal missions. He credited his leadership development to the Soldiers and noncommissioned officers he has served alongside and emphasized that caring for Soldiers and supporting their growth remain his top priorities. Sharp also highlighted the National Guard's commitment to serving Kentucky communities and maintaining readiness for missions at home and abroad.

CTANG and RIANG Conduct joint tactical airlift training

Capt. Jennifer Kaprielian — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

C-130 air crews from the Connecticut and Rhode Island National Air Guard coordinated last month to conduct a joint interfly exercise between the two units, flying four C-130 aircraft in tactical formations.

Built on relationships: Greenville company welcomes new commander

Twana Atkinson, Raleigh Battalion APA — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Capt. Derek Grant assumed command of Greenville Company during a traditional military assumption of command ceremony June 2.