Army News
After spending approximately $2 billion, U.S. Army ending Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft
The Army began the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) program in 2018. This aircraft was designed by Textron’s Bell unit and Sikorsky. Sikorsky showcased the new helicopter design as one that offered speed, range, and agility not shared by other helicopters. The U.S. Army decided to scrape the program, given the new realities on the […]
The US Army is taking applications for the new recruiting warrant officer field
The Army rolled out a new recruiting warrant officer field, the Talent Acquisition Technician Warrant Officer. Soldiers have from January 3 through February 2, 2024, to submit their applications. Selection boards for this field will be conducted early this year. These boards will choose up to 225 soldiers. Once selectees complete their training, and report […]
McCormick Farms requested to be added on the “off limit establishments” memorandum
The “list of off limit establishments” memorandum. Service members are familiar with this memo. Normally, establishments associated with illegal activity, not licensed to conduct their activities, where troubles brew, and other locations are listed as “off-limits.” However, a memorandum recently issued by Fort Liberty included McCormick Farms. The owners requested that their property, including the […]
Army veteran allegedly threatened to kill soldiers in California
Christian Ernest Beyer, 41, was court martialed in 2021 for assault. In a separate incident, Beyer threatened a group of elderly people with a knife. After he brandished the knife, he got into his car and drove towards them. The current arrest involves a statement that Beyer made on YouTube under his own name. Beyer […]
Army Command Sergeant Major to end 30-year service with a bad conduct discharge
Joseph Lundberg, as Command Sergeant Major, was accused of engaging in sexual harassment/assault, disrespect, etc. He pleaded guilty to some of the charges while others were thrown out. Lundberg is set to serve concurrent 30-day jail terms. He will also trade his Sergeant Major rank for Specialist. The end of the article says he would […]
The Army chooses four companies to build prototypes for robotic combat vehicle
The Russo-Ukrainian War highlights new realities for modern warfare. Both the Russians and the Ukrainians have turned to drones to supplement conventional weapons. These events reveal a snapshot of what future wars may bring to bear. The U.S. military has been using drones for decades, and is consistently adjusting its long-term strategies. Increasing reliance on […]
Kansas City resident startled by Army exercise near his neighborhood
Army units are conducting military training exercises in the Kansas City area through September 22. The Army coordinated with relevant city authorities as exercises in these areas could lead to confusion and routine activity conflicts with the impacted civilian communities. However, Stephen Flanery, 41, was one of the residents who was not aware of these […]
Valor Friday
This week Captain Larry Taylor was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Vietnam War. Let’s see why he’s been belatedly honored. Larry Taylor grew up in the St Elmo neighborhood of Chattanooga, Tennessee. His roots in the area extend back generations. His great-great-grandfather had served in the Civil War, his great-uncle […]
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