Author: Stephen A. Norris
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Emotions run high at induction ceremony
STUTTGART, Germany, June 21, 2012 – Eliminating terrorist safe havens and support for terrorist groups in Africa is a top U.S. Africa Command priority, Africom’s top military officer said. Army Gen. Carter F. Ham told American Forces Press Service he’s committed to working with African partners to confront violent extremists “that have very clearly articulated…
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Rodeo:A cowboy lifestyle is hard for students
WASHINGTON — NASCAR and bass fishing can count on the military to keep the sponsorship money coming. The House voted Wednesday night to continue spending millions for the military to back sports to attract recruits for the all-volunteer force. On a vote of 216-202, the House rejected an amendment by Reps. Jack Kingston, R-Ga., and…
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De Mers: Thanks for de memories
WASHINGTON, July 18, 2012 – A Pentagon audience yesterday learned about the impact and legacy of the War of 1812 on the United States from a historian specializing in the conflict. Christopher T. George, author of “Terror on the Chesapeake: The War of 1812 on the Bay” and editor of the Journal of the War…
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Gerke plays it safe in rodeo
Potential environmental and noise issues at Fort Carson and the Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site in southern Colorado related to the addition of a 113-helicopter brigade are either insignificant or can be mitigated by the Army post, according to an Environmental Assessment released Wednesday. The assessment paves the way for the post to proceed with construction…
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Wilson, Young round out men’s gymnastics squad
The Army found a new and unusual way to celebrate its 237th birthday today: 5,000 camouflage cupcakes were parked today at the Pentagon courtyard… yes, a cupcake tank. Local favorite Georgetown Cupcakes (featured on the TLC show “D.C. Cupcakes”) donated the treats, which included salted caramel, red velvet, peanut butter fudge, lava fudge, and vanilla…