31 December 2014 Soldiers "High Five," Give Back to Local Community When living in another country, understanding differences in culture can be one of the biggest concerns people have. Getting along harmoniously with local nationals might seem intimidating and the language barrier makes it even more so. However, getting together with the community to lend a helping...
31 December 2014 Signal Soldiers Conduct Joint Training with ROK Army Soldiers of the 304th Expeditionary Signal Battalion, 1st Signal Brigade and Republic of Korea Army Soldiers of the 51st Signal Communication Battalion gathered to participate in joint signal communications training at Base 51, here on Dec. 16.The joint signal communications training was designed to...
29 December 2014 USS Sampson to Assist in Air Asia Search YOKOSUKA, Japan – At the request of the Government of Indonesia and as directed by U.S. Pacific Command, U.S. Pacific Fleet has authorized U.S. 7th Fleet to position USS Sampson (DDG 102) in the general search area for missing Air Asia Flight QZ8501 to support search operations. Authorities in the...
29 December 2014 France to honor Maui WWII veterans WAILUKU, Hawaii — Eighteen Mauians, members of the famed 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd Regimental Combat Team, are among 50 World War II veterans in Hawaii who have been approved for the Legion of Honor, France's highest decoration. The 18 men, three of whom will be honored posthumously, were...
29 December 2014 Air Defense and Airspace Management Cell shelter training CAMP CASEY, South Korea — Soldiers assigned to the 210th Field Artillery “Thunder” Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, regularly train to fire long-range artillery at specified targets from long distances. Although this remains the brigade’s main focus, Soldiers from the Headquarters and Headquarters...
24 December 2014 Taiwan Launches Its Largest-Ever Missile Ship Taiwan on Tuesday launched its largest ever missile ship Tuesday as the island strives to modernize its armed forces in response to a perceived threat from China.The 500-ton corvette named "Tuo Chiang" — Tuo River — is the first of its kind ever produced by Taiwan and was touted by defense minister...
24 December 2014 Stethem Enhances Anti-submarine Warfare Skills during SHAREM Exercise Sailors aboard the Arleigh-burke class guided-missile destroyer USSStethem (DDG 63) participated in the Ship Anti-submarine Warfare (ASW)Readiness and Evaluation Measurement (SHAREM) exercise, Dec. 8-12.Stethem was joined by guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) and aVirginia-class submarine...
24 December 2014 Marines Tackle Marine Combat Instructor of Water Survival Training Marines dived in to the face the challenges of Marine Combat Instructor of Water Survival course, which concluded Dec. 19, 2014 at Marine Corps Base Hawaii’s pool.Those who passed the 15-day course earned both Marine Corps and civilian certifications for water rescues. A total of 18 Marines trained...
23 December 2014 USS Halsey Visits Thailand During Deployment The crew of the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) arrived in Laem Chabang, Thailand, Dec. 22, to enjoy a port visit during the holiday season."This visit gives Halsey Sailors the opportunity to experience the Thai community,” said Cmdr. Linda Seymour, Halsey’s commanding officer. “We can...
23 December 2014 Defense Department Leaders Release Holiday Messages Defense Department leaders and their spouses have released a series of holiday videos to thank troops and their families for their sacrifices.“This month, as you gather with family and friends, Lilibet and I want to wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays,” Defense Secretary Chuck...