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Wreckage of airplane in rice field in Maguindanao del Sur province, Philippines. Two Russian Su-27 Flanker fighter jets, one of which is seen here, escort pair of Tu-95 Bear bombers in international airspace north of Norway on Feb.

https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/army-local-police-investigating-senior-enlisted-soldier-s-death-in-virginia-1.634449

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She also was government reporter at the Fairbanks Daily News-Miner in Alaska, where she reported on the military, economy and congressional delegation. Wreckage of airplane in rice field in Maguindanao del Sur province, Philippines.

https://www.stripes.com/veterans/2024-07-15/veterans-blind-lawsuit-electronic-medical-records-14496247.html

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Along with huge Navy footprint the region hosts major Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard facilities.

https://www.military.com/base-guide/hampton-roads-military-bases

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Richard Taylor, President, Facility Operations, Renovation & Construction for Balfour Beatty Communities, testifies during House Armed Services Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington on Dec. Balfour Beatty Communities LLC was sentenced Thursday, Dec.

https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2021-12-23/military-housing-company-defrauded-government-sentenced-4068774.html

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William Cooley speaks during ceremony in Dayton, Ohio, in February 2019. Cooley, the former head of the Air Force Research Laboratory, will be the first Air Force general officer to face court-martial on sexual assault charge, officials said.

https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2021-04-22/Air-Force-to-court-martial-a-general-on-sexual-assault-charge-for-the-first-time-1518999.html

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The ABC30 Fresno Flash Briefing reads you the top news stories from North Valley, South Valley, Sierra and the greater Fresno area. Trump shared his thoughts on California’s High-Speed Rail project on Tuesday, echoing what many local critics have expressed over the years. Trump shared his thoughts on California’s High-Speed Rail project on Tuesday, echoing what many local critics have expressed over the years.

https://abc30.com/post/military-working-dog-reunited-handler-after-year-apart/15235396/

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Stephens’ decision said Caldwell was using the hearings to gather evidence against Benson not related to the task at hand, and therefore “impermissibly adopted prosecutorial role rather than neutral role. The ball is now in Caldwell’s court, said Capt. The best thing it can do is force the Navy back toward carefully following the intent and the letter of law and regulation when it comes to major accidents,” he said.

https://www.postcrescent.com/story/news/2019/01/23/court-martial-against-wisconsin-navy-commander-takes-twist-uss-fitzgerald/2658424002/

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Daniel Breuer, recruiter for the service, leads high schoolers in strength and conditioning at Beckman-Dyersville Catholic High School in Dyersville, Iowa, on April 25, 2024. During the class, students participated in Marine Corps-style competitive workouts, learned about the importance of leadership, and were given the chance to ask questions about Marine Corps benefits and opportunities.

https://www.stripes.com/branches/navy/2024-05-16/navy-sailors-recruiting-high-schools-13879939.html

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Read Live Doppler 13 evening forecast Thursday, Feb. Live Doppler 13 evening forecast Thursday, Feb. Live Doppler 13 evening forecast Thursday, Feb.

https://www.wthr.com/article/news/nation-world/retired-major-general-facing-court-martial-on-rape-charges/531-7484ff23-e058-4fe0-b521-703863f1002c

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Graham initially reported an alleged sexual assault by fellow soldier at Fort Bliss on June 1, according to statement released by Lt. Graham said the assault occurred in December 2019, according to the statement. Bernabe, 1st Armored Division commander, personally ordered the referral of charges against the soldier to general court-martial, Payne said in statement sent to CNN.

https://www.wbaltv.com/article/fort-bliss-soldier-faces-court-martial-in-alleged-sexual-assault-of-fellow-soldier-found-dead-on-new-year-s-eve/35171172

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One of the few officers who every assignment on active duty and then in the Reserve Component was litigation assignment, Judge Federico left active duty in 2015 and then served as Federal public defender in Oregon and then in Kansas before becoming Federal judge.

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/tom-welsh/episodes/109%E2%80%93From-Special-Courts-Martial-to-the-U-S%E2%80%93Court-of-Appeals-The-Honorable-Rich-Federico-e2fa3bp

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With 24 items of evidence to review, Col. Brian Thompson, military judge serving as the hearing’s presiding officer, will have until mid-November to recommend whether there is probable cause to court-martial Stewart.

https://www.stripes.com/branches/air_force/2023-10-24/air-force-general-sexual-assault-11818110.html

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Ian Ketterling, gunner for Alpha Battery, 1st Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment, 17th Field Artillery Brigade, prepares the crane for loading the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) onto the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) in Queensland, Australia, July 26, 2023. Wreckage of airplane in rice field in Maguindanao del Sur province, Philippines.

https://www.stripes.com/opinion/2024-09-12/american-military-death-by-thousand-drones-15152134.html

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Members of the Texas National Guard on patrol May 23, 2022, in Eagle Pass, Texas. Of those, the families of four service members received the newly authorized $500,000 death benefit and six families are waiting for determination on whether they are eligible for the money.

https://www.stripes.com/theaters/us/2024-08-27/texas-national-guard-death-benefits-border-mission-14993111.html

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West Point colonel accused of drinking with cadet, making sexual comments to members of the women’s tennis team and asking student to lie during an investigation had the charges against him dropped Monday, Oct. He was arraigned June 18, 2024, on charges that he behaved inappropriately with cadets and then intervened with an investigation into his behavior.

https://www.stripes.com/branches/army/2024-10-22/west-point-colonel-drinking-cadets-charges-dropped-15595622.html

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If you drive outside the EU, you will need an International Driving Permit (IDP) which are available from AAA. If shipping from another OCONUS location, request ‘military registration.

https://europe.stripes.com/military-life/vehicles-in-spain.html

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Dillon was found guilty of the commission of lewd act upon child in Florida and of the commission of lewd act upon child at Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. After committing these crimes, Dillon was stationed in Misawa, Japan, where he was court-martialed by the Air Force..

https://ruralradio.com/kbear/news/nebraska-osteopathic-physician-license-revoked-following-court-martial-for-sexual-abuse-of-a-child-and-indecent-viewing-recording-broadcasting/

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Purple Heart, the oldest American military medal still awarded, honors the brave men and women who have suffered injuries or paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. Purple Heart medal is seen during Purple Heart ceremony June 9, 2015 at George Washington’s Mount Vernon in Mount Vernon, Virginia. Purple Heart medal is seen during Purple Heart ceremony June 9, 2015 at George Washington’s Mount Vernon in Mount Vernon, Virginia.

https://www.pnj.com/story/news/2024/08/01/purple-heart-day-honors-military-personnel-killed-wounded/74629588007/

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New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said after the Capitol riots, “the decision has been made not to move forward with the award.

https://www.statesman.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/08/21/did-trump-medal-of-honor-comment-reveal-his-view-of-military-sacrifice/74871071007/

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One is seeing recruitment success, the other is putting in extra work to meet their goals.

https://www.wkbw.com/news/local-news/its-a-problem-military-recruitment-numbers-are-low-nationwide-what-about-western-new-york

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