On June 14, 1775, our nation’s leaders established the Continental Army, beginning a rich heritage of successfully defending our great country and its citizens. American Soldiers have fought in ten wars, from the American Revolution through the Cold War, the Gulf War and the current operations taking place around the world.Read More
U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart is moving closer to a greener, more efficient method of providing heat to Panzer Kaserne. The installation is currently heated by aging oil-fired steam boilers, which have low efficiency limitations and contribute to carbon emissions.Read More
Over the last 12 years of war, our Army has demonstrated exceptional
competence, courage, and resiliency in adapting to the demands of war
and accomplishing the mission. Read More
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers commanding general made a pitch to spur
more interest in science, technology, engineering and math among
American students during a visit to Patch High School May 14.Read More
After weeks of review, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has concluded
budget cuts will require most of the department’s civilian employees to
be furloughed beginning in JulyRead More
U.S. Army garrisons across Europe have reserved 40 designated parking
spaces for use by Gold Star families at on-post public facilities.Read More
This month Americans around the world will pause to observe Memorial Day.
Since
its first official proclamation as Decoration Day on May 5, 1868, and
its first observance on May 30, 1868, it has been a day of remembrance
for those who sacrificed and died in our nation’s service.Read More
U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart thanked volunteers for their selfless service during the annual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony.Read More
A soft drizzle didn’t dampen spirits May 10 as U.S. European Command
welcomed its new commander, Air Force Gen. Philip M. BreedloveRead More
While American Forces Network Stuttgart personnel are waiting for the completion of their new “home” on Robinson Barracks, they’ve managed to make a name for themselves across the Department of Defense. In their inaugural year, the Soldiers and civilians of AFN Stuttgart claimed 15 awards during the last two monthsRead More
Employees will have to wait a bit longer to find out the details of
their furlough, including the exact number of non-pay status days, as
officials attempt to minimize the impact on mission and personnel. Read More
U.S. European Command Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Mark Barrett throws the
first pitch at the second annual German-American Friendship Fast Pitch
Softball Tournament on Patch Barracks April 6. The competition gave 97
women from six teams an opportunity to build relationships while sharing
the traditional American sport.Read More
U.S. Army Europe Commander Lt. Gen. Donald Campbell made his first visit
to Stuttgart April 4 since his arrival to Germany last December.Read More
The Army recently rolled out its Ready and Resilient Campaign, a
collection of comprehensive and far-reaching programs designed to guide
the Army’s efforts to build physical, emotional and psychological
resilience in our Soldiers, families and civilians, and directly enhance
personal and unit readiness.
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Gen. David M. Rodriguez assumed command of U.S. Africa Command from Gen.
Carter F. Ham on April 5. Rodriguez is AFRICOM’s third commander since
the command was established in 2008 to coordinate U.S. military
relations and activities with African nations, regional organizations
and the African Union. Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint
Chiefs of Staff, presided over the ceremony.Read More
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