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Staff Sgt. Ty Carter receives Medal of Honor
August 27, 2013
President Barack Obama places the Medal of Honor around the neck of Staff Sgt. Ty M. Carter during a ceremony at the White House, Aug. 26, 2013. During a 13-hour fire fight in Afghanistan, Carter, with complete disregard for his own safety, discarded his M-4 rifle, ran to a critically wounded Soldier caught in the open, and rendered life-extending first aid. He then carried the Soldier to medics as his team provided cover.
633rd FSS releases new fitness center policy letter
August 26, 2013
Airman 1st Class Shanique Cameron, 633rd Force Support Squadron fitness specialist, writes down the number of people currently using cardio equipment on her checklist inside the Shellbank Fitness Center at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Sept. 6, 2012. The checklist is completed several times a day by fitness center staff to track the overall usage of the facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth / Released)
‘Out of Darkness’ walk builds resiliency, awareness
August 26, 2013
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Micah Amey, 439th Supply Chain Operations record maintenance technician, wears a yellow ribbon, during the Out of the Darkness Walk at Mount Trashmore Park in Virginia Beach, Va., Sept. 8, 2012, to signify losing an extended family member to suicide. Suicide is this country's ninth leading cause of death, and it is estimated for every suicide, at least six other people, including family members, friends and co-workers, are intimately affected. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal Watson/Released)
New SHARP director says Army must defeat sexual assault to maintain public trust
August 26, 2013
The SHARP program is the U.S. Army's primary campaign against sexual assault. Christine T. Altendorf, Army Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program office director, said that while the program has been "beefed up" recently, it has been since its inception a leader in prevention of sexual assault and sexual harassment. (U.S. Army graphic/Released)
Youngest American WWII ace remembered
August 26, 2013
Thomas Nash, grandson of retired Col. Van Chandler, gives a speech about the legacy of his grandfather and what he learned about him during his visit to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, N.C., Aug. 5, 2013. “It’s been good to learn the things that he did and the love that he had for this country,” said Nash. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brittain Crolley/Released)
Apply before Sept. 30 for tuition assistance
August 26, 2013
uition assistance is immediately available to service members. Possible delays at the DoD level could impact fiscal year 2014 assistance, beginning in October. (U.S. Army photo by David Vergun)
'Family' reunion: Langley revitalizes wingman culture
August 20, 2013
Service members and their families enjoy an outdoor cookout during the “We Are Family” campaign reunion at Langley Air Force Base, Va., Aug. 16, 2013. Many volunteers from across the base helped to make the event possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria H.Taylor/Released)
Fort Eustis WTU Soldiers discuss concerns at town hall meeting
August 20, 2013
Soldiers with the Fort Eustis Warrior Transition Unit attend a town hall meeting at Fort Eustis, Va., August 15, 2013. During the meeting, Soldiers were able to discuss concerns with U.S. Army Col. Glenda J. Lock, McDonald Army Health Center commander, as well as other leaders from Fort Eustis. (U.S. Army photo by Marlon J. Martin/Released)
Antiterrorism Awareness Month promotes vigilance
August 20, 2013
Simulated victims are medically evacuated from Yano Hall by flatiron personnel, after a shooting scenario during the Fort Rucker, Ala. all-hazards exercise March 13, 2013. (Courtesy photo/Released)
Fort Eustis support operations are on the move
August 20, 2013
Starting now through the end of September, various support offices from around Fort Eustis, Va., will be moving locations. While no lapses in service are currently projected, customers are advised to call their service with any questions. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth/Released)