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Remembering the Korean War 59 Years Later

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Ian Graham

The Korean War, which began June 25, 1950, with the North Korean army’s invasion of South Korea, officially ended July 27, 1953 – a day now officially recognized as Armistice Day. The signing marked the end of the longest negotiated armistice …
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Family Focus Friday: Three Times The Enlistment

Posted on July 27, 2012 by jtozer

The Air Force has become the family business for one unique group of siblings. A set of triplets recently joined the force. Talk about three times the airmen! This video takes a look at the Koder trio, and why these …
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Rolling With The Punches – Vehicle Rollover Training

Posted on July 26, 2012 by jtozer

About 30 employees of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Afghanistan Engineer District-South took part in MRAP (mine-resistant, ambush-protected) vehicle safety and egress orientation training on Kandahar Airfield. “In late June, I asked the district’s supervisors to identify personnel who …
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Wednesday Warfighter: This Is My Life

Posted on July 25, 2012 by jtozer

“This Is My Life” is a video series highlighting the life and experiences of our service men and women overseas. Get an in-depth look at what Marines are doing on deployment, on the move, and for the mission. Brought to …
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A Day In The Life: A Military Firefighter

Posted on July 25, 2012 by jtozer

The apartment is pitch black. Dense smoke smothers what little light filters through the window blinds, betraying the bright day outside. The large living room seems small, the smoke so thick it can be felt through the heavy suit like …
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