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Friday, February 29, 2008
Marine Security Guard Screening Team Visits Oki...
(02.29.2008) Special duty pay, travel to countries all over the world and extra promotion points were just some of the benefits that attracted more than 200 Marines to the Palms on Camp Hansen and the Foster Theater, where th...
Story by Cpl. Robert Frenke
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Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463 Deploys to...
(02.29.2008) Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, based in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, and temporarily operating on Okinawa deployed to Naval Air Station Pohang, Korea Feb. 21 in ...
Story by Cpl. Robert Frenke
A Humble Artist: Gunny Finds Inner Peace in Oki...
(02.29.2008) Gunnery Sgt. Jaime Hamner had always been intrigued by martial artists; in particular, he was drawn to a strong quality most of them share – humility.
Story by Cpl. David Rogers
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Fifth Fleet Forces Abuzz With Activity in February
(02.29.2008) U.S. Naval Forces Central/U.S. 5th Fleet/Combined Maritime Forces demonstrated their continued commitment to regional security during February.
Courtesy Story
Ten Eastern Afghanistan Provinces Rewarded $9 M...
(02.29.2008) The Afghanistan ministry of counter narcotics recently awarded 13 provinces in Afghanistan (10 fall within the assistance of Regional Command-East) with $9 million worth of aid for superior performance in the fig...
Courtesy Story
America Supports You: Group 'LEEPS' to Help Afg...
(02.29.2008) Afghan national police officers are getting help rebuilding from U.S and other countries' troops, but they're also getting a boost from friends they may never meet.
Story by Samantha Quigley
Why We Serve: Desire to Serve Brought Airman Ba...
(02.29.2008) Air Force Tech. Sgt. Paralyn McClain joined the military straight out of high school, but after an eight-year stint, decided to get out. Five years later, however, a love for the military and a desire to serve br...
Story by Sgt. Sara Moore
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Face of Defense: Soldiers Teach Afghan Police F...
(02.29.2008) Two combat medics have devoted their time to teaching Afghan police officers one of the most important soldier skills: first aid.
Courtesy Story
5 images
Soldiers Patrol With Iraqi Police, Build Goodwill
(02.29.2008) Children swarmed around the men in uniform and extended their hands, eager to receive a newspaper. Although some of the children could not yet read, the colorful pictures were enough to ignite their curiosity.
Courtesy Story
Marine Commandant Halts Purchase of New Tactica...
(02.29.2008) Marine Commandant Gen. James T. Conway halted purchases of the Marine Corps' new modular tactical vest after Marines complained about the equipment's design.
Story by Jim Garamone
Bush, NATO Chief Meet Before Bucharest Summit
(02.29.2008) President Bush today welcomed NATO's secretary general at the White House, where the two met ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Bucharest, Romania.
Story by John Kruzel
(02.29.2008) Special duty pay, travel to countries all over the world and extra promotion points were just some of the benefits that attracted more than 200 Marines to the Palms on Camp Hansen and the Foster Theater, where th...
Story by Cpl. Robert Frenke
1 images
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463 Deploys to...
(02.29.2008) Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, based in Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, and temporarily operating on Okinawa deployed to Naval Air Station Pohang, Korea Feb. 21 in ...
Story by Cpl. Robert Frenke
A Humble Artist: Gunny Finds Inner Peace in Oki...
(02.29.2008) Gunnery Sgt. Jaime Hamner had always been intrigued by martial artists; in particular, he was drawn to a strong quality most of them share – humility.
Story by Cpl. David Rogers
1 images
Fifth Fleet Forces Abuzz With Activity in February
(02.29.2008) U.S. Naval Forces Central/U.S. 5th Fleet/Combined Maritime Forces demonstrated their continued commitment to regional security during February.
Courtesy Story
Ten Eastern Afghanistan Provinces Rewarded $9 M...
(02.29.2008) The Afghanistan ministry of counter narcotics recently awarded 13 provinces in Afghanistan (10 fall within the assistance of Regional Command-East) with $9 million worth of aid for superior performance in the fig...
Courtesy Story
America Supports You: Group 'LEEPS' to Help Afg...
(02.29.2008) Afghan national police officers are getting help rebuilding from U.S and other countries' troops, but they're also getting a boost from friends they may never meet.
Story by Samantha Quigley
Why We Serve: Desire to Serve Brought Airman Ba...
(02.29.2008) Air Force Tech. Sgt. Paralyn McClain joined the military straight out of high school, but after an eight-year stint, decided to get out. Five years later, however, a love for the military and a desire to serve br...
Story by Sgt. Sara Moore
1 images
Face of Defense: Soldiers Teach Afghan Police F...
(02.29.2008) Two combat medics have devoted their time to teaching Afghan police officers one of the most important soldier skills: first aid.
Courtesy Story
5 images
Soldiers Patrol With Iraqi Police, Build Goodwill
(02.29.2008) Children swarmed around the men in uniform and extended their hands, eager to receive a newspaper. Although some of the children could not yet read, the colorful pictures were enough to ignite their curiosity.
Courtesy Story
Marine Commandant Halts Purchase of New Tactica...
(02.29.2008) Marine Commandant Gen. James T. Conway halted purchases of the Marine Corps' new modular tactical vest after Marines complained about the equipment's design.
Story by Jim Garamone
Bush, NATO Chief Meet Before Bucharest Summit
(02.29.2008) President Bush today welcomed NATO's secretary general at the White House, where the two met ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Bucharest, Romania.
Story by John Kruzel
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters NewsBreak - 29 February 2008
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* U.S. Coast Guard ramps up to patrol more-open Arctic waters
http://www.alaskastar.com/stories/022808/new_20080228006.shtml
* Former Coast Guard Officer Calls On U.S., Canada To Regulate Arctic Resources
http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7010180988
* USA. Coast Guard Commandant declares General Dynamics Rescue 21 System ready
http://www.bymnews.com/news/newsDetails.php?id=23269
* Coast Guard locates debris from missing boat
http://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=7943870
* Coast Guard unveils its high-speed boats
http://www.nj.com/news/ledger/jersey/index.ssf?/base/news-9/120426339237660.xml&coll=1
* PECO Workers Talk About Daring Helicopter Rescue
http://www.nbc10.com/news/15441098/detail.html
PECO Workers Show Gratitude For Rescue
http://cbs3.com/local/Dave.Acree.Christopher.2.665072.html
* Coast Guard plucks 2 from sinking vessel
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_dade/story/437660.html
* Barge hits Mid-Bay Bridge fenders
http://www.nwfdailynews.com/article/12424
* Alaska author logs time on cutter Munro for new novel
http://www.kodiakdailymirror.com/?pid=19&id=5887
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Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
* U.S. Coast Guard ramps up to patrol more-open Arctic waters
http://www.alaskastar.com/stories/022808/new_20080228006.shtml
* Former Coast Guard Officer Calls On U.S., Canada To Regulate Arctic Resources
http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7010180988
* USA. Coast Guard Commandant declares General Dynamics Rescue 21 System ready
http://www.bymnews.com/news/newsDetails.php?id=23269
* Coast Guard locates debris from missing boat
http://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=7943870
* Coast Guard unveils its high-speed boats
http://www.nj.com/news/ledger/jersey/index.ssf?/base/news-9/120426339237660.xml&coll=1
* PECO Workers Talk About Daring Helicopter Rescue
http://www.nbc10.com/news/15441098/detail.html
* Coast Guard plucks 2 from sinking vessel
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/breaking_dade/story/437660.html
* Barge hits Mid-Bay Bridge fenders
http://www.nwfdailynews.com/article/12424
* Alaska author logs time on cutter Munro for new novel
http://www.kodiakdailymirror.com/?pid=19&id=5887
_______________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Keeping Hot Guns Firing-Artillery Mechanics Tac...
(02.28.2008) Multi-National Division Baghdad soldiers rely on multiple factors out in the field, ranging from air support by attack helicopter crews to fire support from artillery crews.
Courtesy Story
4 images
Joint-service Team Keeps Streets Safe
(02.28.2008) They might have borrowed their name from a line in the hit-comedy Anchorman, but their job is no joke.
Story by Cpl. Benjamin Eberle
NCO Academy Students ‘leave to Lead’
(02.28.2008) For two weeks, Iraqi security force soldiers and policemen participated in foot patrols, Humvee combat patrols, rifle ranges and classroom lectures to increase their skills and ability to lead in combat.
Story by Sgt. Jason Stadel
3 images
Seminar Helps Service Members Reinforce Relatio...
(02.28.2008) 5 Love Languages seminar teaches service members how to recognize their partner's signs of love.
Story by Cpl. Cindy Alejandrez
EOD Team Comes Up Big
(02.28.2008) Explosive ordnance disposal technicians neutralized a potential insurgent threat after receiving a tip from villagers, Feb. 20.
Story by Cpl. Benjamin Eberle
Top Guns Hold Veterinarian Clinic for Iraqi Com...
(02.28.2008) The sounds of sheep echoed through the air as they arrived in herds of nearly 30 at a time in a very rural area of Baghdad. Surrounded by orange fencing, sheep waited to receive vaccination shots to help with the...
Story by Sgt. James Hunter
6 images
America Supports You: Command Makes Difference ...
(02.28.2008) An Air Force Space Command major and two staff sergeants stationed at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., are proving that just three service members can affect people halfway around the world.
Courtesy Story
1 images
4th Inf. Div. CG Speaks to Families From Halfwa...
(02.28.2008) Mission. Soldier. Family. Team. These four words represent the motto of the 4th Infantry Division, and each segment of the motto represents a crucial element in the overall success of the Multi-National Division ...
Courtesy Story
4 images
Gates Meets With Turks, Urges Open Dialogue
(02.28.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates today called his meetings with top Turkish leaders in Ankara, Turkey, “productive” and said he believes the Turks are working harder to keep the Iraqi government aware of their c...
Story by Fred Baker
Success in Iraq Must Be Sustained, Bush Says
(02.28.2008) Victory in Iraq is an important priority for protecting the United States, President Bush said today in urging Congress to act quickly and fully fund war on terror operations.
Story by Sgt. Sara Moore
El Paso Hosts Texas-sized Homecoming Parade for...
(02.28.2008) The 1st Cavalry Division’s 4th Brigade Combat Team may be a relative newcomer, but more than 3,000 of the unit’s soldiers got a Texas-sized hometown heroes’ welcome yesterday as the city hosted a homecoming parad...
Story by Donna Miles
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Iraqi NCO Academy Graduates ‘leave to Lead’
(02.28.2008) More than 80 Iraqi soldiers and policemen graduated from Task Force Marne Noncommissioned Officer Academy training here Feb. 25.
Courtesy Story
1 images
(02.28.2008) Multi-National Division Baghdad soldiers rely on multiple factors out in the field, ranging from air support by attack helicopter crews to fire support from artillery crews.
Courtesy Story
4 images
Joint-service Team Keeps Streets Safe
(02.28.2008) They might have borrowed their name from a line in the hit-comedy Anchorman, but their job is no joke.
Story by Cpl. Benjamin Eberle
NCO Academy Students ‘leave to Lead’
(02.28.2008) For two weeks, Iraqi security force soldiers and policemen participated in foot patrols, Humvee combat patrols, rifle ranges and classroom lectures to increase their skills and ability to lead in combat.
Story by Sgt. Jason Stadel
3 images
Seminar Helps Service Members Reinforce Relatio...
(02.28.2008) 5 Love Languages seminar teaches service members how to recognize their partner's signs of love.
Story by Cpl. Cindy Alejandrez
EOD Team Comes Up Big
(02.28.2008) Explosive ordnance disposal technicians neutralized a potential insurgent threat after receiving a tip from villagers, Feb. 20.
Story by Cpl. Benjamin Eberle
Top Guns Hold Veterinarian Clinic for Iraqi Com...
(02.28.2008) The sounds of sheep echoed through the air as they arrived in herds of nearly 30 at a time in a very rural area of Baghdad. Surrounded by orange fencing, sheep waited to receive vaccination shots to help with the...
Story by Sgt. James Hunter
6 images
America Supports You: Command Makes Difference ...
(02.28.2008) An Air Force Space Command major and two staff sergeants stationed at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., are proving that just three service members can affect people halfway around the world.
Courtesy Story
1 images
4th Inf. Div. CG Speaks to Families From Halfwa...
(02.28.2008) Mission. Soldier. Family. Team. These four words represent the motto of the 4th Infantry Division, and each segment of the motto represents a crucial element in the overall success of the Multi-National Division ...
Courtesy Story
4 images
Gates Meets With Turks, Urges Open Dialogue
(02.28.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates today called his meetings with top Turkish leaders in Ankara, Turkey, “productive” and said he believes the Turks are working harder to keep the Iraqi government aware of their c...
Story by Fred Baker
Success in Iraq Must Be Sustained, Bush Says
(02.28.2008) Victory in Iraq is an important priority for protecting the United States, President Bush said today in urging Congress to act quickly and fully fund war on terror operations.
Story by Sgt. Sara Moore
El Paso Hosts Texas-sized Homecoming Parade for...
(02.28.2008) The 1st Cavalry Division’s 4th Brigade Combat Team may be a relative newcomer, but more than 3,000 of the unit’s soldiers got a Texas-sized hometown heroes’ welcome yesterday as the city hosted a homecoming parad...
Story by Donna Miles
1 images
Iraqi NCO Academy Graduates ‘leave to Lead’
(02.28.2008) More than 80 Iraqi soldiers and policemen graduated from Task Force Marne Noncommissioned Officer Academy training here Feb. 25.
Courtesy Story
1 images
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters NewsBreak - 28 February 2008
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* With the fire out, fishing boat will return to Seattle
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/352973_ship28.html
all 160 news articles »
all 160 news articles
* Coast Guard performs pole-top rescue
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/180/story/93347.html
all 15 news articles »
all 15 news articles
* Coast Guard making waves about aging fleet
Coast Guard making waves about aging fleet
* 16' Aluminum Boat Capsizes: Three Boaters Dead
http://www.boattest.com/Resources/view_news.aspx?NewsID=758
* Copter rescues man from San Bruno Mountain
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/02/27/BAFAV8VK2.DTL
* Lobster boat told to tie up for lack of safety gear
http://news.mainetoday.com/updates/022928.html
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Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
* With the fire out, fishing boat will return to Seattle
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/352973_ship28.html
* Coast Guard performs pole-top rescue
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/180/story/93347.html
* Coast Guard making waves about aging fleet
Coast Guard making waves about aging fleet
* 16' Aluminum Boat Capsizes: Three Boaters Dead
http://www.boattest.com/Resources/view_news.aspx?NewsID=758
* Copter rescues man from San Bruno Mountain
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/02/27/BAFAV8VK2.DTL
* Lobster boat told to tie up for lack of safety gear
http://news.mainetoday.com/updates/022928.html
_______________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
CJTF-HOA Relationship With Djiboutians Impresse...
(02.27.2008) Senior U.S. military officers and civilian equivalents traveled to Djibouti to learn about the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa mission as part of the Department of Defense CAPSTONE curriculum designed fo...
Story by Staff Sgt. Jennifer Redente
3 images
Soldiers Seize Caches Found by Sons of Iraq
(02.27.2008) Soldiers from the 489th Civil Affairs Battalion and 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, received caches found by Sons of Iraq groups in Jurf Nadaf and al Lej, respectively, Feb. 25.
Courtesy Story
Gates' India Visit Aimed at Long-Term Relations...
(02.27.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates wrapped up a two-day visit Feb. 27 after talks with top officials that targeted the continued development of a long-term relationship with India.
Story by Fred Baker
MIPS Holds Security Roundtable Discussion
(02.27.2008) Experts in maritime infrastructure protection participated in a roundtable discussion during day two of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT)-hosted Maritime Infrastructure Protection Symposium (MIPS), ...
Courtesy Story
Making Roads Whole Again
(02.27.2008) With the reduction of violence, many soldiers are now filling their time by filling holes.
Story by Sgt. Kevin Stabinsky
America Supports You: Mom Offers Inspiration to...
(02.27.2008) The simple request for a "mom hug" from a young Marine serving in Iraq ignited one mom's desire to inspire all service members.
Story by Samantha Quigley
Samarra Residents Attempting to Give No Slack t...
(02.27.2008) As Americans we should all know the inspiring story of our founding fathers and all the brave men who sacrificed everything to fight off oppression. Basically a bunch of farmers, blacksmiths, tailors, teachers an...
Story by Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Doheny
2 images
(02.27.2008) Senior U.S. military officers and civilian equivalents traveled to Djibouti to learn about the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa mission as part of the Department of Defense CAPSTONE curriculum designed fo...
Story by Staff Sgt. Jennifer Redente
3 images
Soldiers Seize Caches Found by Sons of Iraq
(02.27.2008) Soldiers from the 489th Civil Affairs Battalion and 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, received caches found by Sons of Iraq groups in Jurf Nadaf and al Lej, respectively, Feb. 25.
Courtesy Story
Gates' India Visit Aimed at Long-Term Relations...
(02.27.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates wrapped up a two-day visit Feb. 27 after talks with top officials that targeted the continued development of a long-term relationship with India.
Story by Fred Baker
MIPS Holds Security Roundtable Discussion
(02.27.2008) Experts in maritime infrastructure protection participated in a roundtable discussion during day two of the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT)-hosted Maritime Infrastructure Protection Symposium (MIPS), ...
Courtesy Story
Making Roads Whole Again
(02.27.2008) With the reduction of violence, many soldiers are now filling their time by filling holes.
Story by Sgt. Kevin Stabinsky
America Supports You: Mom Offers Inspiration to...
(02.27.2008) The simple request for a "mom hug" from a young Marine serving in Iraq ignited one mom's desire to inspire all service members.
Story by Samantha Quigley
Samarra Residents Attempting to Give No Slack t...
(02.27.2008) As Americans we should all know the inspiring story of our founding fathers and all the brave men who sacrificed everything to fight off oppression. Basically a bunch of farmers, blacksmiths, tailors, teachers an...
Story by Sgt. 1st Class Kevin Doheny
2 images
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters NewsBreak - 27 February 2008
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* House panel presses for details on CG plus-up
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_budget_hearing_080226w/
* C4ISR problems could delay cutter construction
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_bertholf_delays_080226w/
* Coast Guard reports fire on Seattle boat fishing in Alaska
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/6420ap_wa_fishing_boat_fire.html
* Coast Guard rescues 2 men near Texas City Dike
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/headline/metro/5570730.html
* Tourist Dies Following Shark Attack in Florida
Tourist Dies Following Shark Attack
all 176 news articles »
all 176 news articles
* Coast Guard rescues man stuck on mountainside in Daly City
http://www.mercurynews.com/breakingnews/ci_8366702
* Coast Guard continues search for missing boaters
http://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=7930736
* Coast Guard: Vessel likely poses no threat to Guam
http://www.guampdn.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080227/NEWS01/802270331/1002
U.S. Coast Guard Guam Disputes Toxic Ship Rumors
U.S. Coast Guard Guam Disputes Toxic Ship Rumors
* "Deadliest Catch Alaskan Storm" for Xbox 360 and PC… In addition, "Deadliest Catch Alaskan Storm" is the first video game to feature United States Coast Guard vessels and helicopters.
http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/marketwire/0367135.htm
* Vessels Confiscated and Licences Cancelled for Illegal High Seas Driftnet Use in North Pacific Ocean
http://www.pr-usa.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=75289&Itemid=9
_______________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
* House panel presses for details on CG plus-up
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_budget_hearing_080226w/
* C4ISR problems could delay cutter construction
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_bertholf_delays_080226w/
* Coast Guard reports fire on Seattle boat fishing in Alaska
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/6420ap_wa_fishing_boat_fire.html
* Coast Guard rescues 2 men near Texas City Dike
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/headline/metro/5570730.html
* Tourist Dies Following Shark Attack in Florida
Tourist Dies Following Shark Attack
* Coast Guard rescues man stuck on mountainside in Daly City
http://www.mercurynews.com/breakingnews/ci_8366702
* Coast Guard continues search for missing boaters
http://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=7930736
* Coast Guard: Vessel likely poses no threat to Guam
http://www.guampdn.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080227/NEWS01/802270331/1002
* "Deadliest Catch Alaskan Storm" for Xbox 360 and PC… In addition, "Deadliest Catch Alaskan Storm" is the first video game to feature United States Coast Guard vessels and helicopters.
http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/marketwire/0367135.htm
* Vessels Confiscated and Licences Cancelled for Illegal High Seas Driftnet Use in North Pacific Ocean
http://www.pr-usa.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=75289&Itemid=9
_______________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
CJTF-HOA Helps Empower Ethiopian Community Thro...
(02.26.2008) As a result of a construction project completed on behalf of Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, at a total cost of $42,000, Hurso Primary School officially opened a new three-room school building during ...
Story by Petty Officer 1st Class D. Michael Ross
4 images
Break the Weight in ’08 Wraps Up With Loss
(02.26.2008) As the pounds came off, Maj. Thelma Brown felt a weight lifted off her shoulders and off her mind, 18 pounds to be exact.
Story by Spc. Giancarlo Casem
1 images
Air Force Team Prepares Leaflets
(02.26.2008) The 455th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron AMMO was recently called upon to perform a core task the unit rarely gets to do … prepare non-lethal dispensers in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Courtesy Story
1 images
Airmen Spearhead ANA Women’s Seminar
(02.26.2008) In an effort to help promote change in the male-dominated society of Afghanistan, two Airmen are currently heading a weekly women’s seminar for female Afghan national army soldiers and female ANA civilian workers...
Courtesy Story
3 images
Airmen Mentor ANA Logistics Support Agency Sold...
(02.26.2008) Airmen from the 755th Expeditionary Support Squadron are mentoring Afghan national army soldiers at the Logistics Support Operations Center in Kabul.
Courtesy Story
5 images
Roads Give Villages Life Line
(02.26.2008) Passable roads are something that are taken for granted in developed countries, but in Iraq’s rural countryside, road conditions can mean the difference between life and death.
Story by Sgt. 1st Class Stacy Niles
4 images
3rd LAAD Marines Share Joy of Soccer With Local...
(02.26.2008) Marines from 3rd Lower Altitude Air Defense Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, found a unique way to combine an essential part of their mission as United States Ambassadors with th...
Story by Petty Officer 1st Class D. Michael Ross
3 images
NAVCENT Selects 2007 Sailors of the Year
(02.26.2008) U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/Fifth Fleet selected its 2007 Sailors of the Year and presented them with awards during a ceremony aboard Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, Feb. 26.
Courtesy Story
4 images
Quilt Project Envelopes Nevada Airmen, Soldiers
(02.26.2008) Recently deployed members of the Nevada National Guard were honored at a Project Comfort Quilt reception Wednesday at the governor’s mansion here in the state’s capital city. About 300 Soldiers and Airmen receive...
Story by Sgt. Cheri Cramutolo
2 images
Gates Looks to Strengthen Ties With India
(02.26.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates landed today looking to expand on what one official said already is one of the best military-to-military relationships the United States has with any country in the world.
Story by Fred Baker
Air Assaults – Fast but Not Easy
(02.26.2008) Rather than moving Soldiers on the ground through difficult terrain sometimes littered with improvised explosive devices, many infantry units in the rural areas south of Baghdad opt to use helicopters to reach th...
Story by Pfc. Monica Smith
3 images
Multiple Countries Gather for Maritime Symposium
(02.26.2008) U.S. Naval Forces Central Command kicked off a three-day Maritime Infrastructure Protection Symposium, Feb. 26, in Manama, Bahrain, with speakers addressing threats to maritime infrastructure and ways to detect a...
Courtesy Story
1-15 Inf. Regt. Soldiers Make Presence in Khanassa
(02.26.2008) Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, visited the village of Kesra in southern Khanassa, Iraq, Feb. 24 to meet with local leaders.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
5 images
(02.26.2008) As a result of a construction project completed on behalf of Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, at a total cost of $42,000, Hurso Primary School officially opened a new three-room school building during ...
Story by Petty Officer 1st Class D. Michael Ross
4 images
Break the Weight in ’08 Wraps Up With Loss
(02.26.2008) As the pounds came off, Maj. Thelma Brown felt a weight lifted off her shoulders and off her mind, 18 pounds to be exact.
Story by Spc. Giancarlo Casem
1 images
Air Force Team Prepares Leaflets
(02.26.2008) The 455th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron AMMO was recently called upon to perform a core task the unit rarely gets to do … prepare non-lethal dispensers in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.
Courtesy Story
1 images
Airmen Spearhead ANA Women’s Seminar
(02.26.2008) In an effort to help promote change in the male-dominated society of Afghanistan, two Airmen are currently heading a weekly women’s seminar for female Afghan national army soldiers and female ANA civilian workers...
Courtesy Story
3 images
Airmen Mentor ANA Logistics Support Agency Sold...
(02.26.2008) Airmen from the 755th Expeditionary Support Squadron are mentoring Afghan national army soldiers at the Logistics Support Operations Center in Kabul.
Courtesy Story
5 images
Roads Give Villages Life Line
(02.26.2008) Passable roads are something that are taken for granted in developed countries, but in Iraq’s rural countryside, road conditions can mean the difference between life and death.
Story by Sgt. 1st Class Stacy Niles
4 images
3rd LAAD Marines Share Joy of Soccer With Local...
(02.26.2008) Marines from 3rd Lower Altitude Air Defense Battalion, assigned to Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, found a unique way to combine an essential part of their mission as United States Ambassadors with th...
Story by Petty Officer 1st Class D. Michael Ross
3 images
NAVCENT Selects 2007 Sailors of the Year
(02.26.2008) U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/Fifth Fleet selected its 2007 Sailors of the Year and presented them with awards during a ceremony aboard Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, Feb. 26.
Courtesy Story
4 images
Quilt Project Envelopes Nevada Airmen, Soldiers
(02.26.2008) Recently deployed members of the Nevada National Guard were honored at a Project Comfort Quilt reception Wednesday at the governor’s mansion here in the state’s capital city. About 300 Soldiers and Airmen receive...
Story by Sgt. Cheri Cramutolo
2 images
Gates Looks to Strengthen Ties With India
(02.26.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates landed today looking to expand on what one official said already is one of the best military-to-military relationships the United States has with any country in the world.
Story by Fred Baker
Air Assaults – Fast but Not Easy
(02.26.2008) Rather than moving Soldiers on the ground through difficult terrain sometimes littered with improvised explosive devices, many infantry units in the rural areas south of Baghdad opt to use helicopters to reach th...
Story by Pfc. Monica Smith
3 images
Multiple Countries Gather for Maritime Symposium
(02.26.2008) U.S. Naval Forces Central Command kicked off a three-day Maritime Infrastructure Protection Symposium, Feb. 26, in Manama, Bahrain, with speakers addressing threats to maritime infrastructure and ways to detect a...
Courtesy Story
1-15 Inf. Regt. Soldiers Make Presence in Khanassa
(02.26.2008) Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, visited the village of Kesra in southern Khanassa, Iraq, Feb. 24 to meet with local leaders.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
5 images
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters NewsBreak - 26 February 2008
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* Man Dies After Shark Attack Off Florida
http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5icgiDv3yITb_I1X2e22ijLVcP1uAD8V1GGFO0
All 322 articles
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&tab=wn&ned=us&ie=UTF-8&ncl=1136076890
* Man swept away by waves in Rancho Palos Verdes
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-fisherman25feb25,1,5725886.story
All 178 articles
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&tab=wn&ned=us&ie=UTF-8&ncl=1136296435
* Coast Guard, others search for overdue marinershttp://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=7918637
All 10 articles
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&tab=wn&ned=us&ie=UTF-8&ncl=1135912966
* Coast Guard rescues man stuck on mountainside in Daly City
http://www.mercurynews.com/breakingnews/ci_8366702
* U.S. Coast Guard Guam Disputes Toxic Ship Rumors
U.S. Coast Guard Guam Disputes Toxic Ship Rumors
* Coast Guard brings N.C. man with failing pacemaker to Norfolk
http://hamptonroads.com/2008/02/coast-guard-brings-nc-man-failing-pacemaker-norfolk
* Coast Guard: Ko Olina oil slick had minimal impact
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080225/BREAKING01/80225015/1001/BREAKING01
All 3 articles
http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&tab=wn&ned=us&ie=UTF-8&ncl=1136728578
* United States Coast Guard Teaches Safe Boating United States Coast Guard Teaches Safe Boating
* Ice melt means spike in CG Arctic operations
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_240208_arctic/
_____________________________________________________________
Today in USCG History:
http://www.uscg.mil/history/chronindex.asp
_____________________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_____________________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at:
http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
* Man Dies After Shark Attack Off Florida
http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5icgiDv3yITb_I1X2e22ijLVcP1uAD8V1GGFO0
* Man swept away by waves in Rancho Palos Verdes
http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-fisherman25feb25,1,5725886.story
* Coast Guard, others search for overdue marinershttp://www.ktuu.com/Global/story.asp?S=7918637
* Coast Guard rescues man stuck on mountainside in Daly City
http://www.mercurynews.com/breakingnews/ci_8366702
* U.S. Coast Guard Guam Disputes Toxic Ship Rumors
U.S. Coast Guard Guam Disputes Toxic Ship Rumors
* Coast Guard brings N.C. man with failing pacemaker to Norfolk
http://hamptonroads.com/2008/02/coast-guard-brings-nc-man-failing-pacemaker-norfolk
* Coast Guard: Ko Olina oil slick had minimal impact
http://www.honoluluadvertiser.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080225/BREAKING01/80225015/1001/BREAKING01
* United States Coast Guard Teaches Safe Boating United States Coast Guard Teaches Safe Boating
* Ice melt means spike in CG Arctic operations
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_240208_arctic/
_____________________________________________________________
Today in USCG History:
http://www.uscg.mil/history/chronindex.asp
_____________________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.uscgboating.org/
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org/
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org/
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_____________________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at:
http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
Monday, February 25, 2008
CJTF-HOA, Kenyans Dedicate Safe Educational Fac...
(02.25.2008) Members of the Manda Bay community and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa held a dedication for Manda Bay primary school on Feb. 18, celebrating the completion of the school’s new facilities assisting in ed...
Story by Staff Sgt. Jennifer Redente
10 images
Employment Agency Helps Adhamiyans Find Jobs
(02.25.2008) Individuals filled the chairs of the dimly lit classroom Feb. 24. All sat quietly studying their material, intent on the day’s lesson.
Story by Pfc. April Campbell
3 images
Gates Pledges U.S. Support to Indonesian Military
(02.25.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, Feb. 25, heralded Indonesia as a leader in its region and pledged U.S. support to help the country continue its military reforms and build airlift and maritime capabilities.
Courtesy Story
1 images
CJTF-HOA Helps Empower Ethiopian Community Thro...
(02.25.2008) As a result of a construction project completed on behalf of Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, at a total cost of $42,000, Hurso primary school officially opened a new three-room school building during ...
Story by Petty Officer 1st Class D. Michael Ross
4 images
MND-B Soldiers Find Weapons Cache
(02.25.2008) Soldiers from Multi-National Division – Baghdad discovered a significant weapons cache, Feb. 24, northwest of Baghdad.
Courtesy Story
Nature of Conflict in Afghanistan Changing, Gat...
(02.25.2008) The Taliban in Afghanistan will resort to more terror killings because they have been unsuccessful against NATO and U.S. troops in direct combat, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today.
Story by Fred Baker
Lake Erie Crew Describes Satellite Shot
(02.25.2008) The crewmembers of the USS Lake Erie were calm as they fired the latest shot heard round the world. The Aegis-class cruiser fired the missile that destroyed a dead spy satellite that posed a threat to humans Feb....
Story by Jim Garamone
Pakistan Navy Hands Command of CTF 150 to France
(02.25.2008) French Navy Rear Adm. Jean L. Kerignard relieved Pakistani Cdre. Khan Hasham Bin Saddique as Commander, Combined Task Force (CTF) 150 during a change of command ceremony aboard Pakistan Naval Ship Tippu Sultan (D...
Courtesy Story
Sons of Iraq Identify Three Caches; Report to C...
(02.25.2008) Soldiers of Company B, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, with assistance from the Sons of Iraq, found three weapons caches Feb. 21 in Duraiya and Khanassa, south of Salman Pak.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
3 images
America Supports You: Veterans Get Help With Em...
(02.25.2008) Veterans looking for a job in the Cincinnati area should have an easier time, thanks to a new partnership.
Courtesy Story
Pakistani Navy Hands Combined Task Force Comman...
(02.25.2008) Rear Adm. Jean L. Kerignard of the French navy relieved Pakistani Commodore Khan Hasham Bin Saddique as commander of Combined Task Force 150 during a ceremony aboard Pakistan Naval Ship Tippu Sultan Feb. 25.
Courtesy Story
Iraqi Security Forces, Local Shop Owners Clean ...
(02.25.2008) Cars did not jam the streets of the Four Corners market district, southeast of Baghdad, Feb. 21. The market was not packed with shoppers and merchants selling their wares; nonetheless, the scene was a far cry fro...
Story by Spc. Ben Hutto
5 images
Sailors, Airmen Learn Army Way in Joint Training
(02.25.2008) Airmen and Sailors from all over the world convened at the Joint Maneuver Training Center in January to train for duty in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Courtesy Story
1 images
Chairman Calls Connecting With Troops Highlight...
(02.25.2008) Touching base with Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines was the highlight of a six-day trip that concluded Feb. 24 for the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Story by Jim Garamone
Baghdad Governor Opens Rustimiyah Bridge
(02.25.2008) Hussein Tahan, governor of Baghdad province, cut a ribbon to open the new Rustimiyah Bridge across the Diyala River, Feb. 22.
Story by Maj. Joseph Sowers
6 images
(02.25.2008) Members of the Manda Bay community and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa held a dedication for Manda Bay primary school on Feb. 18, celebrating the completion of the school’s new facilities assisting in ed...
Story by Staff Sgt. Jennifer Redente
10 images
Employment Agency Helps Adhamiyans Find Jobs
(02.25.2008) Individuals filled the chairs of the dimly lit classroom Feb. 24. All sat quietly studying their material, intent on the day’s lesson.
Story by Pfc. April Campbell
3 images
Gates Pledges U.S. Support to Indonesian Military
(02.25.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, Feb. 25, heralded Indonesia as a leader in its region and pledged U.S. support to help the country continue its military reforms and build airlift and maritime capabilities.
Courtesy Story
1 images
CJTF-HOA Helps Empower Ethiopian Community Thro...
(02.25.2008) As a result of a construction project completed on behalf of Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa, at a total cost of $42,000, Hurso primary school officially opened a new three-room school building during ...
Story by Petty Officer 1st Class D. Michael Ross
4 images
MND-B Soldiers Find Weapons Cache
(02.25.2008) Soldiers from Multi-National Division – Baghdad discovered a significant weapons cache, Feb. 24, northwest of Baghdad.
Courtesy Story
Nature of Conflict in Afghanistan Changing, Gat...
(02.25.2008) The Taliban in Afghanistan will resort to more terror killings because they have been unsuccessful against NATO and U.S. troops in direct combat, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today.
Story by Fred Baker
Lake Erie Crew Describes Satellite Shot
(02.25.2008) The crewmembers of the USS Lake Erie were calm as they fired the latest shot heard round the world. The Aegis-class cruiser fired the missile that destroyed a dead spy satellite that posed a threat to humans Feb....
Story by Jim Garamone
Pakistan Navy Hands Command of CTF 150 to France
(02.25.2008) French Navy Rear Adm. Jean L. Kerignard relieved Pakistani Cdre. Khan Hasham Bin Saddique as Commander, Combined Task Force (CTF) 150 during a change of command ceremony aboard Pakistan Naval Ship Tippu Sultan (D...
Courtesy Story
Sons of Iraq Identify Three Caches; Report to C...
(02.25.2008) Soldiers of Company B, 1st Battalion, 15th Infantry Regiment, with assistance from the Sons of Iraq, found three weapons caches Feb. 21 in Duraiya and Khanassa, south of Salman Pak.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
3 images
America Supports You: Veterans Get Help With Em...
(02.25.2008) Veterans looking for a job in the Cincinnati area should have an easier time, thanks to a new partnership.
Courtesy Story
Pakistani Navy Hands Combined Task Force Comman...
(02.25.2008) Rear Adm. Jean L. Kerignard of the French navy relieved Pakistani Commodore Khan Hasham Bin Saddique as commander of Combined Task Force 150 during a ceremony aboard Pakistan Naval Ship Tippu Sultan Feb. 25.
Courtesy Story
Iraqi Security Forces, Local Shop Owners Clean ...
(02.25.2008) Cars did not jam the streets of the Four Corners market district, southeast of Baghdad, Feb. 21. The market was not packed with shoppers and merchants selling their wares; nonetheless, the scene was a far cry fro...
Story by Spc. Ben Hutto
5 images
Sailors, Airmen Learn Army Way in Joint Training
(02.25.2008) Airmen and Sailors from all over the world convened at the Joint Maneuver Training Center in January to train for duty in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Courtesy Story
1 images
Chairman Calls Connecting With Troops Highlight...
(02.25.2008) Touching base with Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines was the highlight of a six-day trip that concluded Feb. 24 for the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Story by Jim Garamone
Baghdad Governor Opens Rustimiyah Bridge
(02.25.2008) Hussein Tahan, governor of Baghdad province, cut a ribbon to open the new Rustimiyah Bridge across the Diyala River, Feb. 22.
Story by Maj. Joseph Sowers
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U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters NewsBreak - 25 February 2008
* Coast Guard officer convicted of passing confidential information
http://www.wdbj7.com/Global/story.asp?S=7916120
* US on guard for Cuba migration after Castro
http://www.caribbeannetnews.com/news-6261--5-5--.html
Cubans Land In Boat Built From Mercedes
http://www.nbc6.net/news/15388635/detail.html
* Ice melt means spike in CG Arctic operations
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_arctic_080224w/
* Bill would require peace officers on cruise ships
Bill would require peace officers on cruise ships
* Coast Guard cutter Cuttyhunk back in service in WA
Coast Guard cutter Cuttyhunk back in service in WA
* Coast Guard tows Maine fishing boat back to port
Coast Guard tows Maine fishing boat back to port
* Coast Guard IDs two who died in capsizing off Oregon coast
Coast Guard IDs two who died in capsizing off Oregon coast
all 29 news articles »
all 29 news articles
* 4 kayakers rescued by Coast Guard from Saddlebag Island WA
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/6420ap_wa_kayakers_rescue.html
* Coast Guard Conducts Medical Evacuation of 6-Week-Old Girl
http://www.kolotv.com/home/headlines/15925572.html
Spill spoils day at Ko Olina
Spill spoils day at Ko Olina
* Diver Attacked By Shark Off Fort Lauderdale
http://www.nbc6.net/news/15395302/detail.html
* Towboat Sinks Sending Fuel Into Illinois
http://www.week.com/news/local/15927327.html
* Braving the cold and the big lake to practice life-saving skills
http://www.woodtv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7916067&nav=0Rce
* Man Found Floating On Body Board Rescued
http://www.10news.com/news/15388537/detail.html
_______________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery*
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.USCGboating.org
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: http://www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
http://www.wdbj7.com/Global/story.asp?S=7916120
* US on guard for Cuba migration after Castro
http://www.caribbeannetnews.com/news-6261--5-5--.html
* Ice melt means spike in CG Arctic operations
http://www.navytimes.com/news/2008/02/coastguard_arctic_080224w/
* Bill would require peace officers on cruise ships
Bill would require peace officers on cruise ships
* Coast Guard cutter Cuttyhunk back in service in WA
Coast Guard cutter Cuttyhunk back in service in WA
* Coast Guard tows Maine fishing boat back to port
Coast Guard tows Maine fishing boat back to port
* Coast Guard IDs two who died in capsizing off Oregon coast
Coast Guard IDs two who died in capsizing off Oregon coast
* 4 kayakers rescued by Coast Guard from Saddlebag Island WA
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/6420ap_wa_kayakers_rescue.html
* Coast Guard Conducts Medical Evacuation of 6-Week-Old Girl
http://www.kolotv.com/home/headlines/15925572.html
* Fisherman missing after being washed into ocean by wave
http://www.mercurynews.com/news/ci_8355719
* COAST GUARD SEARCHES FOR TWO UNREPORTED MARINERS
http://www.sitnews.us/0208news/022308/022308_search.html
* Coast Guard International Ice Patrol Gets Busy For 2008 Season
http://www.theday.com/re.aspx?re=0087aa76-5ed9-4775-b4b5-a3be7b1772f0
* Oil Spill Cleanup Continues
http://www.khon2.com/news/local/15927972.html
* Diver Attacked By Shark Off Fort Lauderdale
http://www.nbc6.net/news/15395302/detail.html
* Towboat Sinks Sending Fuel Into Illinois
http://www.week.com/news/local/15927327.html
* Braving the cold and the big lake to practice life-saving skills
http://www.woodtv.com/Global/story.asp?S=7916067&nav=0Rce
* Man Found Floating On Body Board Rescued
http://www.10news.com/news/15388537/detail.html
_______________________________________________________
Useful sites:
* Coast Guard Visual Imagery Database, your link to Coast Guard video, photos, art, graphics and audio: http://cgvi.uscg.mil/media/main.php
* Coast Guard video available at - http://www.youtube.com/uscgimagery*
* Proceedings: http://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/archive/index.asp
* Coast Guard Magazine: http://www.uscg.mil/magazine/
* The Reservist: http://www.uscg.mil/reservist/
* Seapower Magazine: http://www.navyleague.org/sea_power/
* Coast Guard News Channel: http://www.coastguardchannel.com/index.shtml
* Navy Times: http://www.navytimes.com/
* The DoD "Early Bird" news clips are accessible to .mil email addressees, at http://ebird.afis.mil/
* Office of Auxiliary and Boating Safety: http://www.USCGboating.org
* CG Auxiliary's official e-magazine "SITREP": http://www.teamcoastguard.org/
* Maritime Safety: http://homeport.uscg.mil/
* Chief Warrant Officer Association: http://www.cwoauscg.org
* Chief Petty Officer Association: http://www.uscgcpoa.org/
* USCG Academy Alumni Association: http://www.cgaalumni.org
* COAST GUARD FLAG VOICES: http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-w/flagvoice/list.htm
* THE LEADERSHIP NEWS: http://www.uscg.mil/leadership/newshome.htm
* The Foundation for Coast Guard History: http://www.fcgh.org/
* The Coast Guard Foundation: http://www.cgfdn.org/
_______________________________________________________
Copyright law prohibits further reproduction of this document outside the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Transportation. This publication is prepared by the Coast Guard Public Affairs staff to apprise personnel of emerging policy issues as they appear in the news media. We attempt to use articles covering subject matter of broad interest to the widest Coast Guard audience possible, and are not able to include all regional articles that may surface. Questions, concerns and comments about the Headquarters NewsBreak should be directed to PA1 David Mosley at 202-372-4613 or David.B.Mosley@uscg.mil.
You can now view HQ NewsBreak at: http://cgls.uscg.mil/pipermail/coast_guard_e-newsletter/.
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Throughout Life, One Soldier Has Always Led Fro...
(02.24.2008) Non-commissioned officers in America’s Army have always served as the vanguards by mentoring, coaching and training troops during peace time and war.
Story by Sgt. James Hunter
1 images
Apolitical Military Fundamental to Democracy, C...
(02.24.2008) The idea that the military is an apolitical organization is fundamental to democracy, Navy Adm. Mike Mullen told students at the Australian Defense College, Feb. 22. During a question and answer session, one of t...
Story by Jim Garamone
‘I Want My Highlights Back’
(02.24.2008) As a youngster, I couldn’t wait for the sports segment of the local news to come on. It seemed like the first 20 minutes of the newscast took an eternity as I waited to hear about what Lynn Swann had to say after...
Courtesy Story
U.S., Australia Reinforce Defense Relationships
(02.24.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, Feb. 23, reinforced the longstanding relationship between Australia and the United States and pledged continued cooperation between the countries' defense departments.
Story by Fred Baker
ANSF, Coalition Forces Provide More Than One To...
(02.24.2008) Afghan national security forces, assisted by coalition forces, provided medical treatment to 210 patients and provided more than one ton of humanitarian aid for 400 Afghans in Hajyano-Qala in the Arghandab Distri...
Courtesy Story
3 images
Medic Reflects About Time in Service
(02.24.2008) Few people meet Spc. Franklin Foose and walk away unchanged by the experience, that’s mostly due to the fact that he is a medic in the Army.
Story by Spc. Ricardo Branch
4 images
Engineers Build to Protect: Military Police Rec...
(02.24.2008) Securing the safety of downtown Baghdad is a stressful and demanding mission for the Soldiers of the 108th Military Police Company. These security missions are very physically demanding and mentally challenging. ...
Courtesy Story
4 images
Cooks Sustain Force
(02.24.2008) Some say, the perks do not exist. Soldiers get up before the sun rises—way before the other Soldiers in your unit. They head to work to prepare the equipment to be used that day and work over an insanely hot burn...
Courtesy Story
1 images
Task Force Rogue Scouts Patrol Mansour Daily, S...
(02.24.2008) There is no ‘normalcy’ to the daily lives of Soldiers operating throughout Iraq. Granted, coalition forces have been patrolling Iraq for nearly five years now, but each step and each breath taken is a journey; a ...
Story by Sgt. James Hunter
Out With the Old, in With the New: Soldiers Tra...
(02.24.2008) Soldiers ignored the light rain that pattered on them in the new motor pool as they carefully and eagerly inspected their new vehicles as an M1114 up-armored humvee sat empty and dirty on the sidelines -- already...
Story by Spc. Eric Rutherford
1 images
Adhamiya Council Meets, Chooses Leaders
(02.24.2008) Leaders from the Old Adhamiya neighborhood in Baghdad met with Iraqi army soldiers to agree upon leaders and committee members for the Tribal Support Council, Feb. 18. Story by Pfc.
April Campbell
3 images
On the Road Again
(02.24.2008) When the Humvee arrived on Forward Operating Base Kalsu, Oct. 8, it was on its last wheels. Damaged in an accident during combat operations, the Iraqi army vehicle had sustained severe damage to its front end, ma...
Story by Sgt. Kevin Stabinsky
7 images
Former 3rd HBCT Commander Visits FOB Hammer
(02.24.2008) Brig. Gen. Dan Allyn, Chief of Staff of the XVIII Airborne Corps, visited leaders of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, Feb. 17, at Forward Operating Base Hammer.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
4 images
Detainee Engagement Making a Difference
(02.24.2008) Shouts drift through the air and over the razor-wire fences at Camp Cropper, a coalition forces theater internment facility, or TIF, in western Baghdad.
Courtesy Story
5 images
(02.24.2008) Non-commissioned officers in America’s Army have always served as the vanguards by mentoring, coaching and training troops during peace time and war.
Story by Sgt. James Hunter
1 images
Apolitical Military Fundamental to Democracy, C...
(02.24.2008) The idea that the military is an apolitical organization is fundamental to democracy, Navy Adm. Mike Mullen told students at the Australian Defense College, Feb. 22. During a question and answer session, one of t...
Story by Jim Garamone
‘I Want My Highlights Back’
(02.24.2008) As a youngster, I couldn’t wait for the sports segment of the local news to come on. It seemed like the first 20 minutes of the newscast took an eternity as I waited to hear about what Lynn Swann had to say after...
Courtesy Story
U.S., Australia Reinforce Defense Relationships
(02.24.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, Feb. 23, reinforced the longstanding relationship between Australia and the United States and pledged continued cooperation between the countries' defense departments.
Story by Fred Baker
ANSF, Coalition Forces Provide More Than One To...
(02.24.2008) Afghan national security forces, assisted by coalition forces, provided medical treatment to 210 patients and provided more than one ton of humanitarian aid for 400 Afghans in Hajyano-Qala in the Arghandab Distri...
Courtesy Story
3 images
Medic Reflects About Time in Service
(02.24.2008) Few people meet Spc. Franklin Foose and walk away unchanged by the experience, that’s mostly due to the fact that he is a medic in the Army.
Story by Spc. Ricardo Branch
4 images
Engineers Build to Protect: Military Police Rec...
(02.24.2008) Securing the safety of downtown Baghdad is a stressful and demanding mission for the Soldiers of the 108th Military Police Company. These security missions are very physically demanding and mentally challenging. ...
Courtesy Story
4 images
Cooks Sustain Force
(02.24.2008) Some say, the perks do not exist. Soldiers get up before the sun rises—way before the other Soldiers in your unit. They head to work to prepare the equipment to be used that day and work over an insanely hot burn...
Courtesy Story
1 images
Task Force Rogue Scouts Patrol Mansour Daily, S...
(02.24.2008) There is no ‘normalcy’ to the daily lives of Soldiers operating throughout Iraq. Granted, coalition forces have been patrolling Iraq for nearly five years now, but each step and each breath taken is a journey; a ...
Story by Sgt. James Hunter
Out With the Old, in With the New: Soldiers Tra...
(02.24.2008) Soldiers ignored the light rain that pattered on them in the new motor pool as they carefully and eagerly inspected their new vehicles as an M1114 up-armored humvee sat empty and dirty on the sidelines -- already...
Story by Spc. Eric Rutherford
1 images
Adhamiya Council Meets, Chooses Leaders
(02.24.2008) Leaders from the Old Adhamiya neighborhood in Baghdad met with Iraqi army soldiers to agree upon leaders and committee members for the Tribal Support Council, Feb. 18. Story by Pfc.
April Campbell
3 images
On the Road Again
(02.24.2008) When the Humvee arrived on Forward Operating Base Kalsu, Oct. 8, it was on its last wheels. Damaged in an accident during combat operations, the Iraqi army vehicle had sustained severe damage to its front end, ma...
Story by Sgt. Kevin Stabinsky
7 images
Former 3rd HBCT Commander Visits FOB Hammer
(02.24.2008) Brig. Gen. Dan Allyn, Chief of Staff of the XVIII Airborne Corps, visited leaders of the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, Feb. 17, at Forward Operating Base Hammer.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
4 images
Detainee Engagement Making a Difference
(02.24.2008) Shouts drift through the air and over the razor-wire fences at Camp Cropper, a coalition forces theater internment facility, or TIF, in western Baghdad.
Courtesy Story
5 images
Friday, February 22, 2008
AFRICOM Visits APS
(02.22.2008) Gen. William E. Ward, commander, United States Africa Command, visited the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43), Feb. 21, to meet members of Africa Partnership Station.
Courtesy Story
3 images
Pause Should Not Slow Down Troops' Return, Gate...
(02.22.2008) A short pause after the initial withdrawal of five brigade combat teams from Iraq should not sideline efforts to bring more troops home by the end of the year, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Story by Fred Baker
Gates Heads 'Down Under' for Australian-U.S. Ta...
(02.22.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates plans to discuss Australia's future efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan and across the globe as he meets for the first time with the country's newly elected Prime Minister Kevin Rudd...
Story by Fred Baker
Missile Defense System Works, Gates Says
(02.22.2008) The Navy's outer-atmosphere blasting of an ailing U.S. spy satellite this week proves that the nation's missile defense systems work, Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Story by Fred Baker
Multi-National Force - Iraq Commends Sadr's Cea...
(02.22.2008) Multi-National Force - Iraq has received initial reporting that Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr has pledged to extend the cease-fire he initially ordered in August, officials in Baghdad said today.
Courtesy Story
Sailors and Airmen Learn the Army Way at Camp A...
(02.22.2008) Airmen and Sailors from all over the world joined at Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center in January to compose joint services training operations. These reserve and active duty servicemembers from diffe...
Courtesy Story
MRAP Replica Trains Troops for Real Thing
(02.22.2008) “We always try to personally challenge ourselves to create more realistic training to be the best that we can be,” said Sgt. 1st Class Aaron Born, a fabricator for the 3rd Battalion Logistical Support, 411th Regi...
Courtesy Story
MND-B Soldiers Search Houses in Rathwaniyah
(02.22.2008) After receiving complaints from local citizens about people taking weapons into Baghdad’s neighborhood of Rathwaniyah, Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers conducted a cordon and search operation, Feb 19.
Courtesy Story
Initiative Creates New Cops From Old
(02.22.2008) On the outside, they look like any other policemen in Afghanistan, but if Col. James Klingaman is right, this group of 143 newly trained Afghan national police might prove to be the best in Afghanistan.
Courtesy Story
Commander in Iraq Expresses Optimism About Secu...
(02.22.2008) Security contributions provided by surge-fortified U.S. forces and ongoing efforts by Iraqi soldiers, police and concerned local citizens' groups have combined to produce stability, a senior U.S. officer posted i...
Story by Gerry Gilmore
MPs Welcome Influx of Fresh Supplies in Saqlawiyah
(02.22.2008) A 5-ton military cargo truck loaded down with a refrigerator, freezer, washing machine, dryer, stove, large pile of wood and an exercise machine recently pulled into the Saqlawiyah Iraqi police patrol station Thu...
Courtesy Story
MND-B Soldiers Search Houses in Rathwaniyah
(02.22.2008) After receiving complaints from local citizens about people taking weapons into Baghdad’s neighborhood of Rathwaniyah, Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers conducted a cordon and search operation, Feb 19.
Courtesy Story
2 images
Government Center Opens in Salman Pak
(02.22.2008) A new government center opened in the city of Salman Pak, Feb. 20, returning the local government to its seat in the heart of the Mada’in Qada.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
8 images
Camp Offers Practical Training Grounds to Job C...
(02.22.2008) Three years ago, Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center and Atterbury Job Corps Center established a work-based learning partnership that has been flourishing and growing ever since.
Courtesy Story
Cooperative Medical Engagement
(02.22.2008) The mission was simple. Visit the town of Fallahat, Iraq, and provide medical care for as many children and adults as possible in a four hour period of time.
Courtesy Story
(02.22.2008) Gen. William E. Ward, commander, United States Africa Command, visited the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43), Feb. 21, to meet members of Africa Partnership Station.
Courtesy Story
3 images
Pause Should Not Slow Down Troops' Return, Gate...
(02.22.2008) A short pause after the initial withdrawal of five brigade combat teams from Iraq should not sideline efforts to bring more troops home by the end of the year, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Story by Fred Baker
Gates Heads 'Down Under' for Australian-U.S. Ta...
(02.22.2008) Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates plans to discuss Australia's future efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan and across the globe as he meets for the first time with the country's newly elected Prime Minister Kevin Rudd...
Story by Fred Baker
Missile Defense System Works, Gates Says
(02.22.2008) The Navy's outer-atmosphere blasting of an ailing U.S. spy satellite this week proves that the nation's missile defense systems work, Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.
Story by Fred Baker
Multi-National Force - Iraq Commends Sadr's Cea...
(02.22.2008) Multi-National Force - Iraq has received initial reporting that Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr has pledged to extend the cease-fire he initially ordered in August, officials in Baghdad said today.
Courtesy Story
Sailors and Airmen Learn the Army Way at Camp A...
(02.22.2008) Airmen and Sailors from all over the world joined at Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center in January to compose joint services training operations. These reserve and active duty servicemembers from diffe...
Courtesy Story
MRAP Replica Trains Troops for Real Thing
(02.22.2008) “We always try to personally challenge ourselves to create more realistic training to be the best that we can be,” said Sgt. 1st Class Aaron Born, a fabricator for the 3rd Battalion Logistical Support, 411th Regi...
Courtesy Story
MND-B Soldiers Search Houses in Rathwaniyah
(02.22.2008) After receiving complaints from local citizens about people taking weapons into Baghdad’s neighborhood of Rathwaniyah, Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers conducted a cordon and search operation, Feb 19.
Courtesy Story
Initiative Creates New Cops From Old
(02.22.2008) On the outside, they look like any other policemen in Afghanistan, but if Col. James Klingaman is right, this group of 143 newly trained Afghan national police might prove to be the best in Afghanistan.
Courtesy Story
Commander in Iraq Expresses Optimism About Secu...
(02.22.2008) Security contributions provided by surge-fortified U.S. forces and ongoing efforts by Iraqi soldiers, police and concerned local citizens' groups have combined to produce stability, a senior U.S. officer posted i...
Story by Gerry Gilmore
MPs Welcome Influx of Fresh Supplies in Saqlawiyah
(02.22.2008) A 5-ton military cargo truck loaded down with a refrigerator, freezer, washing machine, dryer, stove, large pile of wood and an exercise machine recently pulled into the Saqlawiyah Iraqi police patrol station Thu...
Courtesy Story
MND-B Soldiers Search Houses in Rathwaniyah
(02.22.2008) After receiving complaints from local citizens about people taking weapons into Baghdad’s neighborhood of Rathwaniyah, Multi-National Division – Baghdad Soldiers conducted a cordon and search operation, Feb 19.
Courtesy Story
2 images
Government Center Opens in Salman Pak
(02.22.2008) A new government center opened in the city of Salman Pak, Feb. 20, returning the local government to its seat in the heart of the Mada’in Qada.
Story by Sgt. Natalie Rostek
8 images
Camp Offers Practical Training Grounds to Job C...
(02.22.2008) Three years ago, Camp Atterbury Joint Maneuver Training Center and Atterbury Job Corps Center established a work-based learning partnership that has been flourishing and growing ever since.
Courtesy Story
Cooperative Medical Engagement
(02.22.2008) The mission was simple. Visit the town of Fallahat, Iraq, and provide medical care for as many children and adults as possible in a four hour period of time.
Courtesy Story
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