Army expands MOS program that allows soldiers to skip certain trainingRecruits 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. Simkins3 weeks ago
Army reduces transition job-training time, prioritizing junior troopsJunior 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 South7 months ago
Marines commended for lifesaving efforts in near-drowning incidentsA handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.By Todd South12 months ago
Navy trying out new, lighter aircrew survival vestsOfficials say a lighter vest would cut down on overheating issues and reduce back and neck injuries.By Diana Stancy23 months ago
Yank: Marine Corps to IRA, this book recounts an action-filled lifeThe author deliberately joined the Marine Corps to learn combat skills to fight in Ireland.By Todd South3 years ago
Air Force ditches ‘BEAST Week’ for new mock deployment training"Pacer Forge" is a faster-paced mock deployment that lasts two days rather than four.By Rachel S. Cohen3 years ago