General of the Army
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Improving the U.S. Army
US Army - This Week in History &bull Mar 7, 2010
The War of 1812 presented many of the same general problems that plagued the military during the Revolution. The Army in particular experienced logistical deficiencies, overburdened officials with too many responsibilities, and poor governmental oversight. Major reforms were needed in order to establish a stronger military foundation not only in a time of war, but also during peace. Certain reforms would take several years to establish from the time of their Congressional approval. Nonetheless, the Army and… Full Story »
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Army mourns loss of Gen. Haig
The Army Now Podcast &bull Mar 4, 2010
The Army Now: Retired Army General Alexander Haig was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. Sgt. Deyane Moses reports. Full Story »
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General Sees Positives in Afghan Army Training
American Forces Information Services &bull Feb 19, 2010
Though training an Afghan army essentially from the ground up has been a difficult undertaking, an Army general involved in the effort said that he's seeing positive results. Full Story »
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Forester keeps watchful eye on Anniston Army Depot trees
US Army AMC &bull Feb 18, 2010
Chad Basinger uses an increment borer to examine the health and age of a tree at Anniston Army Depot. ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT, Ala. - In 2009, two timber sales were held at Anniston Army Depot, bringing $79,040.73 to the U.S. Army General Fund Budget Clearing Account, which is managed by Defense, Finance and Accounting Services. Another two sales are currently in progress in the Ammunition… Full Story »
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Petraeus: Kabul assault shows resourceful Taliban
US Army News on Topix &bull Jan 20, 2010
The U.S. Army general overseeing the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan said Tuesday that a series of brazen daytime attacks in the Afghan capital showed both the endurance and resourcefulness of Taliban militants in the country. Full Story »
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This Week in Army History: Shoulder Bling
This Week in Army History Podcast &bull Dec 22, 2009
On Dec 16 1944 General of the Army Dwight Eisenhower was promoted with a fifth star There were four fivestar generals in US Army during World War II to mirror the Allied command structure Full Story »
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General Cites Reasons for Pregnancy Provision in Iraq
American Forces Information Services &bull Dec 22, 2009
An Army general in Iraq is going beyond the typical protocol to ensure every able-bodied soldier in his unit stays fit to fight, even if it means punishing troops for engaging in sexual activities while deployed. Full Story »
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American Army General In Iraq Issues Pregnancy Ban
US Army News on Topix &bull Dec 22, 2009
Army Maj. General Anthony Cucolo has issued a pregnancy ban to troops stationed in Iraq, threatening a court martial and possible jail time to violators. Full Story »
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Pregnant soldiers could face court-martial
US Army News on Topix &bull Dec 19, 2009
A U.S. Army general in northern Iraq has added pregnancy to the list of reasons a soldier under his command could be court-martialed. The new policy, outlined last month by Maj. Full Story »
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US Troops With Faulty Body Armor Deserve Recalls
technorati.com via @songbiz &bull Dec 8, 2009Can you imagine the outrage if Toyota introduced a new “family vehicle” without airbags or seat belts? Full Story »
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U.S. envoy objects to troop increase
Stars and Stripes &bull Nov 12, 2009
The U.S. envoy in Afghanistan, a former Army general who once commanded troops in the country, has objected strongly to emerging plans to send tens of thousands of additional forces to the country, a senior U.S. official said Wednesday. Full Story »
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Fort Leavenworth Commander Ready for Afghanistan Challenge
US Army News on Topix &bull Oct 31, 2009
A top Army general said Friday that training Afghanistan's struggling military and police forces is critical if the U.S. wants to succeed after eight years of war and he's confident President Barack Obama will OK sending more troops there to… Full Story »
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Ballymote Bulletin: General Boles honoured for lifetime of service to Us army
US Army News on Topix &bull Aug 26, 2009
A highly-decorated U.S. Army General with close Sligo connections has been saluted for his lifetime of service during a ceremony at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. to mark his retirement. Full Story »
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Army Needs More Unmanned Vehicles, Says General
US Army News on Topix &bull Aug 14, 2009
A top U.S. Army general is urging the military to increase the deployment of unmanned vehicles on the ground, AFP reported. Full Story »
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Paik provides prospective from Pusan to Panmunjom
US Army Asia and Pacific News &bull Jul 31, 2009
Key leaders of the 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division received valuable insights from a highly decorated retired Republic of Korea Army general as they completed a weeklong professional development event in July. Full Story »
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Retired S. Korean general to be honored
Stars and Stripes &bull Jul 23, 2009
South Korea's first four-star army general will be honored at a special event Friday night. Retired Gen. Paik Sun-yup, 88, will receive the Dr. Horace Grant Underwood for Lifetime Achievement award during the 2009 United States Forces Korea Good Neighbor… Full Story »
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Army chief visits US, to meet top military leaders
US Army News on Topix &bull Jul 20, 2009
General Kapoor is scheduled to meet Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Mike Mullen [ Images ], his counterpart in the US Army General George W Casey and Defence Secretary Robert Gates. Full Story »
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Mustion Becomes 64th Army Adjutant Gen.
Army News on Military.com &bull Jul 11, 2009
An investiture and change of command ceremony today welcomed Brig. Gen. Richard P. Mustion to the nation's capital as the 64th Adjutant General of the Army, a position first established by the Continental Congress on June 17, 1775. Full Story »
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Mustion becomes 64th Army adjutant general
US Army TRADOC &bull Jul 10, 2009
An investiture and change of command ceremony today welcomed Brig. Gen. Richard P. Mustion to Washington, D.C., as the 64th Adjutant General of the Army, a position first established by the Continental Congress on June 17, 1775. Full Story »
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Monroe colonel earns top Army JAG title
US Army TRADOC &bull Jul 9, 2009
A Fort Monroe colonel has earned the title of Outstanding U.S. Army Career Judge Advocate Officer of the Year. Col. Donald G. Curry received confirmation of the award during a June 30 phone call from Lt. Gen. Scott Black, The… Full Story »
