FEBRUARY 4, 2025 – At the direction of the President of the United States, and in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Defense, U.S. Army South (USARSOUTH) has assumed responsibility as the lead Joint Task Force for ongoing illegal alien holding operations at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Under the command of Maj. Gen. Phil … [Read more...]
Medal of Honor Monday: Bianchi
FEBRUARY 3, 2025 - Thousands of men died during the brutal Bataan Death March in the Philippines during World War II. Army Capt. Willibald Charles Bianchi was one of the soldiers who stood out as a leader and caretaker. He survived more than two years in captivity before losing his life as the islands were being retaken by the Allies. For his valor and selflessness, he … [Read more...]
Army Identifies 3rd Soldier in Helicopter Crash
FEBRUARY 3, 2025 - At the request of and in coordination with the family, the Army is releasing the name of the third Soldier who died while performing a training mission near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on Jan. 29. Capt. Rebecca M. Lobach, of Durham, North Carolina, served as an aviation officer (15A) in the regular Army from July 2019 to January 2025. She has … [Read more...]
Soldiers Receive Award for Exceptional Service
JANUARY 31, 2025 - Seven Soldiers from U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii were celebrated for their outstanding contributions to the garrison’s Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC) 25-01 mission during a ceremony held on Jan. 23 at the headquarters. The event highlighted achievements ranging from Airfield operations to air traffic control services. Recipients were … [Read more...]
Recovery Underway for Army Helicopter Crash
JANUARY 31, 2025 – “Our deepest condolences go out to all the families and friends impacted during this tragedy, and we will support them through this difficult time. Our top priority is to assist in the recovery efforts, while fully cooperating with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and other investigative agencies to … [Read more...]