Army announces temporary ACU boot policy
The Army announced yesterday that in certain geographic areas for the next six months the black Intermediate Cold Wet Boot will be authorized for wear with the Army Combat Uniform in lieu of the tan ICWB, which is currently in short supply.

Fewer, More Predictable Deployments Coming
Changes being made in the way the force is structured, trains and deploys ultimately will mean fewer deployments and more predictability for individual troops, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff told National Guardsmen today during a town hall meeting.

How much of a pay raise will you actually get?
The 2007 Defense Authorization Act authorizes a 2.2% pay raise for American servicemembers, effective Jan.1, 2007 but how much of that will you really see?

Shipping Tokens from Home for Christmas
Wondering what you can send the troops for Christmas? Tara Crooks and Star Henderson are committed to sharing their stories, knowledge, and providing real answers for today's military families.

Daytona USA honors troops during Armed Forces Month
Servicemembers will receive free admission at Daytona USA throughout November to celebrate Armed Forces Month. All personnel with a military identification card are eligible for the promotion. Family members accompanying ID cardholders will be admitted for $10 to NASCAR's premier attraction in Daytona, FL.

Army.com Video News Army Air Drops Christmas Tree Associated Press - (APTN) 11/15/06 09:43am UTC A Louisville, Kentucky Christmas tradition will have a giant centerpiece thanks to an Army helicopter. (Nov. 15)

Iraqis fear Saddam verdict will trigger violence