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Ex-Walter Reed CSM accused of faking his record

A former command sergeant major at Walter Reed Army Medical Center fired for allegedly faking his record and wearing unauthorized awards and decorations faces military discipline for a series of bold deceptions that span several years and multiple commands, according … Continue reading

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General outlines U.S. mission, challenges in Africa

As U.S. Africa Command matures and strengthens ties with African nations, American interests on the continent become more stable, the command’s top officer said July 20. Africom was established in October 2007 to “add value” to African nations by improving … Continue reading

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McChrystal ousted, Petraeus takes over

President Obama relieved of command the four-star general who has led the war in Afghanistan for the past 12 months, ending a rare public schism between military and civilian authorities.

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McChrystal ousted, Petraeus takes over

President Obama relieved of command the four-star general who has led the war in Afghanistan for the past 12 months, ending a rare public schism between military and civilian authorities.

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Women testify about relationships with E-9

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio — The former command chief of Air Force Material Command listened without emotion Wednesday as three female airmen described relationships with him that the Air Force alleges were inappropriate.

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3 bomber wings join Global Strike Command

The right airmen — and more of them — will help Global Strike Command balance the nuclear and conventional missions of its three bomber wings, its top leader says.Lt. Gen. Frank Klotz has been forthright since his nuclear command stood … Continue reading

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Airmen providing relief after Haiti quake

Barely a day had passed since a massive earthquake had devastated Haiti and yet special operations airmen swarmed on the ground of the tiny island nation.Pararescuemen fanned out into the capital city of Port-au-Prince, sifting through rubble for survivors, and … Continue reading

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12 things you need to know for the new year

As with any new year, 2010 undoubtedly will bring changes. For airmen, the start of the next decade means a tougher PT test, uncertain prospects for a bigger paycheck, the chance of being deployed to Afghanistan and more mandatory training.Here’s … Continue reading

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AFCent commander: Short tours best

The commander overseeing the Air Force’s role in Iraq and Afghanistan favors short tours in the war zones, despite a call by the Pentagon for yearlong deployments for instructors, and envisions airmen someday being stationed in the Persian Gulf with … Continue reading

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Mentors hired, fired in discreet fashion

The Pentagon’s Joint Forces Command fired a former top U.S. commander in Iraq from his role as paid adviser to the military after he publicly criticized the Bush administration’s conduct of the Iraq war, according to interviews with command officials … Continue reading

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