Deployment
What were once rarities and now common practice. Whether is it shipping off around the world, or to help in a natural disaster here at home, you have to meet the call that others don’t. Learn how others deal with the job, family and personal stress of leaving home to help others.
Family deploys overseas together
When the New York Army National Guard’s 42nd Infantry Division, nicknamed the Rainbow Division, deployed to the Middle East in...
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Reading unites families beyond deployment
Army Reserve Maj. Kevin Wood’s military commitments often take him away from home, but not always for deployment. Rather, he...
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20,000 soldiers set to deploy for DEFENDER-Europe 20
The Department of the Army announced the largest U.S.-based Army exercise of forces to Europe since the Cold War. DEFENDER-Europe...
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Minnesota brothers continue family’s long legacy of military service
The Stangl brothers bring a whole new meaning to got your six. For many soldiers preparing to deploy, separation from...
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Air Force navigator inspired to pen children’s books
New York Air National Guard Maj. Amanda Coonradt has her head in the clouds. Literally. As a navigator, she is...
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New Jersey National Guard sees double
If good things come in pairs, Army Spc. Joseph Maurino and Army Pvt. Matthew Maurino were a double bonus for...
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Former SecDef looks ahead to life after service
Retired Marine Gen. James Mattis recently penned a new book, “Call Sign Chaos,” detailing his youth, philosophies on leadership, and...
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An airman’s transition home
This time was different. As a career airman, I’ve amassed a ton of time away from home, but in the...
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F-35 crew chief soars in pursuit of degree
Senior Airman Colby Cook just wrapped up a deployment to Europe and has his sights set on completing another mission:...
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An unspoken truth in the Army National Guard Special Forces
Army National Guard Special Forces is a unique, often misunderstood component of the military. These units are a well-utilized, effective...
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