Roughly 70 soldiers with the 232nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion deployed in June 2025 to Poland, where they were responsible for logistics operations affecting multiple countries.

Securing safe child care is “a big” point of stress for soldiers preparing for deployments, making it a primary focus for the service. Only 22 of the Army’s 68 installations are staffed at 90% or higher.

Failure to do so could result in registration in the European Union Entry/Exit System, which may incorrectly flag DOD personnel for overstaying their allowed time in Italy the next time they travel outside the country and attempt to re-enter, the bases said.

The honor was bestowed by the Colorado Springs-based nonprofit Operation Homefront, which recognizes seven young standouts each year, from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and National Guard.

Biannual seminar helps military spouses learn leadership skills and how to build community while navigating the challenges of military life.

The lawsuit says the homes at Randolph AFB were plagued with mold growth, sewage problems, lead paint and other ongoing conditions that caused health issues.

The Gettysburg was among U.S. military forces deployed to the Caribbean in support of Operation Southern Spear.

President and founder of TAPS Bonnie Carroll said the organization has been working with families who lost a loved one during Operation Epic Fury.

The hasty exits amid the chaos require impromptu navigation of travel reimbursements, school enrollment and housing challenges.

It was the message U.S. military families in Bahrain had been waiting for amid weeks of stalled U.S. talks with Iran and a massive buildup of forces in the Middle East: “THIS IS NOT A DRILL.”