 |
 |
|
|
Published in the Interest of the Personnel at Fort Hood, Texas
THURSDAY, JULY 29, 2010 09:25:43 AM |
||
Across DoD
Troops must understand the ‘why’ of the fightWASHINGTON – With his tenure winding down as commander of U.S. Forces – Iraq, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno shared with reporters some of his lessons learned on asymmetric warfare and the U.S. military’s needs of the future. For counterinsurgency to work, military units must demonstrate their staying power to protect the local citizens, Odierno told reporters here July 21 during a Defense Writers Group breakfast meeting. “What we learned in Iraq in 2006 was that it wasn’t just about getting more people; it was about putting our people in the neighborhoods every day,” he said. “It was about trust.” When U.S. troops first arrived in Iraqi cities and towns, Odierno said, the residents wouldn’t talk to them – a key method used to gather information about the insurgency. That changed, he said, whe...
More U.S. bases close in Basra, transfer to Iraqi military continuesBASRA, Iraq – United States Division – South handed over several locations to the government of Iraq recently as the 1st Infantry Division Headquarters continues the drawdown of U.S. forces in southern Iraq.
Army must identify ‘hidden redundancies’ in equipment portfoliosWASHINGTON – In order for the Army to meet budget goals set by the Department of Defense, it must review its equipment portfolios and identify systems that provide redundant capabilities. During a presentation at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, July 15, Army Vice Chief of Staff of Gen. Peter W. Chiarelli discussed how the Army will meet requirements set out by the DoD in the “Savings and Efficiencies Initiative.”
New TBI policies in place to protect troopsMild traumatic brain injuries are more commonly known as concussions. Explosions on the battlefield often cause these injuries, but they also can occur through falls, sports injuries, auto accidents or any other event resulting in a blow to the head.
Evals open to DA civiliansWASHINGTON – The Army has extended its concern about the mental fitness of Soldiers and their families to the civilians that serve stateside, abroad and in combat zones. Department of the Army civilians are encouraged now to have their psychological resilience evaluated by the civilian version of the “Global Assessment Tool,” which is part of the Army’s “Comprehensive Soldier Fitness” program.
Some DoD employees may face furlough if budget not passed
WASHINGTON – The Army may need to furlough civilian employees in mid-August and may later run out of money for active-duty pay should Congress fail to pass a wartime supplemental appropriation, said Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal.
WASHINGTON – The Army may need to furlough civilian employees in mid-August and may later run out of money for active-duty pay should Congress fail to pass a wartime supplemental appropriation, said Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal.
Stand To! Briefs
Key Army issues identified
Each week, the Sentinel will pull key issues from the Army’s Stand To! and highlight them here to better inform Soldiers and families on top issues from Washington D.C. For more on these topics visit www.army.mil/standto.
SHARP keeping awareness high
The Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program is in high gear with several ongoing activities including the sponsorship of two Army-wide entertainment events, the U.S. Army Soldier Show and the Army Concert Tour.
The Soldier Show, which runs through Nov. 6, offers a wide range of popular music and stage spectacles to Soldiers and families on Army installations worldwide.
The Army SHARP’s “I. A.M. Strong” campaign is a proud sponsor of the Soldier Show which contains three motivational “I. A.M. Strong” commercials during each performance, featuring songs written and performed by Soldier/rap artist Sgt. Daniel “Danny Bee” Bullock. Soldiers, their family members and Army civilians can also enter a sweepstakes – just visit the SHARP website and complete a survey.
After completion, patrons can enter for a chance to win a grand prize vacation at the Shades of Green Resort in Orlando, Fla.
The Army Concert Tour consists of six performances May 29-Sept. 4 and features such headline acts as Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Sammy Hagar. With the help of installation BOSS Soldiers, the “I. A.M. Strong” campaign is extremely visible with tents, banners, posters, cards, brochures and T-shirts – all intended to raise awareness among all patrons and encourage them to intervene, act, and motivate others to prevent sexual assault.
The Army’s goal is to eliminate sexual harassment and sexual assault from the Army and make the Army sexual assault prevention program a model for the rest of the nation.
Leaders must establish a command climate of prevention predicated on mutual respect and trust, that recognizes and embraces diversity, and that values the contributions of all of its members.
Above all, leaders at all levels must charge their Soldiers to Intervene – Act – Motivate!
To integrate the program across the Army, a SHARP concept plan is currently under review that will provide deployable, government civilian full-time manning down to the brigade level.
Each week, the Sentinel will pull key issues from the Army’s Stand To! and highlight them here to better inform Soldiers and families on top issues from Washington D.C. For more on these topics visit www.army.mil/standto.
SHARP keeping awareness high
The Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Program is in high gear with several ongoing activities including the sponsorship of two Army-wide entertainment events, the U.S. Army Soldier Show and the Army Concert Tour.
The Soldier Show, which runs through Nov. 6, offers a wide range of popular music and stage spectacles to Soldiers and families on Army installations worldwide.
The Army SHARP’s “I. A.M. Strong” campaign is a proud sponsor of the Soldier Show which contains three motivational “I. A.M. Strong” commercials during each performance, featuring songs written and performed by Soldier/rap artist Sgt. Daniel “Danny Bee” Bullock. Soldiers, their family members and Army civilians can also enter a sweepstakes – just visit the SHARP website and complete a survey.
After completion, patrons can enter for a chance to win a grand prize vacation at the Shades of Green Resort in Orlando, Fla.
The Army Concert Tour consists of six performances May 29-Sept. 4 and features such headline acts as Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert and Sammy Hagar. With the help of installation BOSS Soldiers, the “I. A.M. Strong” campaign is extremely visible with tents, banners, posters, cards, brochures and T-shirts – all intended to raise awareness among all patrons and encourage them to intervene, act, and motivate others to prevent sexual assault.
The Army’s goal is to eliminate sexual harassment and sexual assault from the Army and make the Army sexual assault prevention program a model for the rest of the nation.
Leaders must establish a command climate of prevention predicated on mutual respect and trust, that recognizes and embraces diversity, and that values the contributions of all of its members.
Above all, leaders at all levels must charge their Soldiers to Intervene – Act – Motivate!
To integrate the program across the Army, a SHARP concept plan is currently under review that will provide deployable, government civilian full-time manning down to the brigade level.
