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Then and now: TRADOC celebrates 40th birthday
June 27, 2013 — On July 1, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command will celebrate its 40th year of developing, educating and adapting Soldiers and leaders into the force that we know today. TRADOC was established in 1973 with a simple mission: To ready Army Soldiers for war. Like today, the goals were to recruit, train and shape the Army into a force that... MORE

On July 1, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command will celebrate its 40th year of developing, educating and adapting Soldiers and leaders into the force known today. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Jarad A. Denton/Released)

From a carport to the 'big stage': Soldier finds passion through singing
June 26, 2013 — More than 1,300 people came out to watch the 2013 U.S. Army Soldier Show, "Ready and Resilient," at Fort Eustis, Va., June 25, as part of the show's 29-base tour across the United States. "Ready and Resilient" is a high-energy, live musical production that showcases the talents of active duty, reserve and National Guard Soldiers selected by... MORE

The 2013 Army Soldier Show made a stop at Jacobs Theater at Fort Eustis, Va., June 25, 2013. The 75-minute show, “Ready and Resilient,” was performed by active duty, reserve and National Guard Soldiers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth / Released)

AFJROTC cadets 'shadow' Langley Airmen
June 26, 2013 — High school students from the Hampton Roads area got a taste of military life this week during the 2013 U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps Summer Leadership Program. More than 80 AFJROTC cadets participated in the weeklong program June 24-28. With support from Service members across Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., the cadets... MORE

Sierra Johnson, a Hampton High School U.S. Air Force Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadet, takes a photo of her fellow students while following a public affairs specialist during a shadow day event at Langley Air Force Base, Va., June 25, 2013. Johnson was one of approximately 80 cadets from four high schools paired with more than 50 Airmen to learn about the Air Force mission during their weeklong summer leadership program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class R. Alex Durbin/Released)

Yorktown celebration honors independence
June 25, 2013 — This Independence Day Americans can proudly celebrate their freedom during the 34th annual Yorktown Fourth of July Celebration. With the participation of Fort Eustis Soldiers, Yorktown, Va. will host an Independence Day 8K Run and 5K Walk, a parade, a bell ringing ceremony, music and fireworks.On July 4, 1776, the American Continental Congress... MORE

LANGLEY AIR FORCE BASE, Va. -- Fireworks explode during the 32nd Annual Harborfest in Norfolk, Va., June 7. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Barry Loo)

Army initiating collaborative effort to address TBI, PTSD
June 24, 2013 — Over the last 12 years, many Soldiers have returned from Iraq and Afghanistan with wounds, some visible and some not, said a leader in Army Medicine."The invisible wounds -- post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury -- are just as damaging as the visible ones. They impact the families as well as the Soldiers," said Brig. Gen. John... MORE

Brig. Gen. (Dr.) John M. Cho, deputy chief of staff for Operations (G-3/5/7), Army Medical Command, addresses the issue of post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury on Capitol Hill, June 22, 2013. (U.S. Army photo by David Vergun/Released)

Donley: It has been an honor to serve with you in the world's finest Air Force
June 24, 2013 — Five years to the day from when he entered the position, the longest-serving secretary of the Air Force stepped down during a farewell ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 21.Donley was confirmed as the 22nd secretary of the Air Force Oct. 2, 2008. He served as the acting secretary since June 21 of that year, as well as for seven months in... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley takes a breath during his farewell ceremony, June 21, 2013, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Donley was confirmed as the 22nd secretary of the Air Force, Oct. 2, 2008. He had been serving as the acting secretary since June of that year, as well as for seven months in 1993, making him the longest-serving secretary of the Air Force in the serviceÕs history. Under Secretary of the Air Force Eric Fanning will serve as the acting secretary until the President nominates and the Senate confirms a replacement. (U.S. Air
Force photo/Scott M. Ash)

Olympians visit Fort Eustis: Families score on opportunity
June 18, 2013 — Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Tisha Hoch, former Olympic soccer players, walk towards the bleachers. Hamm places a soccer ball at her feet and glances at the crowd, ready to give them the show they've been waiting for.She then kicks the ball to a little boy, picks up her microphone and explains the next drill.Hamm, Lilly and Hoch did not come to... MORE

Mia Hamm, former soccer Olympian, talks about her experience as a military child, June 15, 2013, at Fort Eustis, Va. Hamm's father was a U.S. Air Force pilot, and during the event she spoke about growing up in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Harvill/Released)

Fort Eustis Soldiers train to fight
June 18, 2013 — Soldiers from the 271st Movement Control Team, 53rd Movement Control Battalion, 7th Sustainment Brigade, Fort Eustis, Va., concluded a three-day counter-improvised explosive device training class at Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Va., June 13, in preparation for an upcoming deployment.During the hands-on portion of the training, Soldiers learned... MORE

Two Soldiers with the 271st Movement Control Team take cover along the wall of a building during a simulated ambush conducted during a counter improvised explosive device training class at the Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, Va., June 13, 2013. Soldiers underwent three days of intensive training in preparation for an upcoming deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Wesley Farnsworth / Released)

Fort Eustis Exchange hosts grand opening
June 18, 2013 — The Joint Base Langley-Eustis community celebrated the grand opening of the newly-renovated Exchange, located on Fort Eustis, Va., June 13 with a ribbon cutting ceremony.The updated Exchange features new additions to the food court, the main store, clothing sales and all of the servicing operations in the Exchange. Three new restaurants have also... MORE

(From left) Dan Flores, Exchange food court manager; Dale Killip, Exchange Sales & Merchandise manager; Victoria Smith, Exchange store manager; Keith Morrow, 733rd Mission Support Group deputy commander; Wayne Hansen, Joint Base Langley-Eustis Exchange general manager; Cheryl Hollis, Military Clothing Sales manager; and Ivelisse Solazayas, JBLE Services Business manager, cut the ribbon during the Exchange grand opening ceremony at Fort Eustis, Va., June 13, 2013. The updated Exchange features three new restaurants and in the main store, the outdoor living section has expanded, and boasts a more environmentally controlled, enclosed area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dana Hill/Released)

Officials weigh resource priorities during sequester
June 18, 2013 — In light of recent budget woes, Defense Department officials are weighing resource priorities and moving toward the decision phase for the fiscal year 2014 budget, a Pentagon official said at the National Defense Industrial Association National Logistics Forum in Arlington, Va., June 14.During the strategic choices management review designed to... MORE

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