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Photo By Scott Sturkol | (From left) Sgt. 1st Class Justin McCarthy with the 108th Training Command at Charlotte, N.C.; Sgt. 1st Class Eric Juhl with Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 415th Infantry Regiment of Helena, Mont.; Sgt. Roger Williams with Charlie Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Brigade, 334th Regiment, 95th Training Division in Milwaukee; and Sgt.

Soldiers’ Resiliency Tested at Victory Forge

A Soldier in Basic Combat Training with C Company, 1st Battalion, 61st Infantry Regiment, provides security as his battle buddies improve their fighting positions at the Victory Forge field training exercise on Fort Jackson, S.C., Feb. 10, 2016. Victory Forge is the culminating exercise for all Soldiers in basic combat training at Fort Jackson. Photo

Whatever Happened to Strong Bonds?

Ever heard the phrase “back in my day” or “when it was good”? Strong Bonds is one of those programs that has evolved as the Army as evolved. Back in my day, we had three-day events at resort style hotels, family members were compensated for travel, food, and everything else.  The idea was to reignite

Keep on Summering in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach

Alabama’s beaches boast 32 miles of sugar-white sand, pristine turquoise Gulf waters and warm temperatures for the majority of the year which makes it an ideal location for a “second summer” getaway. From foodie festivals and concerts to a vast array of activities and culinary creations, there are plenty of ways for families make sure