Wounded in action: From the frontlines (Part 1)
When he was 8 years old, it was his dream to be an infantryman. Fifteen years later the opportunity to deploy to Afghanistan as an infantry Soldier with the Illinois Army National Guard knocked on his door and Spc. Mitch Chapman, of Augden, Ill., quickly answered... August 26, 2009
Wisconsin Guardsmen hold the hill in Iraq
From atop one of the only hills in southern Iraq, a team of Wisconsin National Guardsmen keeps a watchful eye over the surrounding area... August 26, 2009
Clinic traffic downrange shows need for hearing protection
When gearing up for a mission in Afghanistan, servicemembers don't forget their helmet, gloves, weapon, eye protection or body armor. But what about hearing protection?.. August 25, 2009
Security background of D.C. Guardsmen serves 13th ESC
At the most basic level, Soldiers live, fight and sometimes die in close-knit fire teams. For one team, holding a life in their hands and protecting it is just another part of their job... August 25, 2009
Police department earns award for troop support
The Santa Ana, Calif., police department will receive the Defense Department's top employer-support award for providing exceptional financial and emotional support to its employees who deploy as National Guard or Reserve members... August 25, 2009