Marine Corps to ramp up swim test difficulty
Beginning Oct. 1, Marines will qualify under five water survival levels: Basic, Novice, Competent, Proficient and Advanced.
By Daniel Terrill
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Army expands MOS program that allows soldiers to skip certain training
Recruits who meet certain skill requirements are eligible to go into the service with modified training and at a higher rank than their peers.
By J.D. Simkins
Army reduces transition job-training time, prioritizing junior troops
Junior soldiers will have 120 days to use end-of-contract training programs before leaving the Army, while higher ranks get either 90 or 60 days.
By Todd South
Marines commended for lifesaving efforts in near-drowning incidents
A handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.
By Todd South
Navy trying out new, lighter aircrew survival vests
Officials say a lighter vest would cut down on overheating issues and reduce back and neck injuries.
By Diana Stancy
Yank: Marine Corps to IRA, this book recounts an action-filled life
The author deliberately joined the Marine Corps to learn combat skills to fight in Ireland.
By Todd South