Army

Feb 2, 2018
British Army on defensive over recruitment campaign
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British authorities tried a more inclusive campaign but critics say it was misguided.
Oct 31, 2017
Spider silk, the newest fabric for military uniforms
Photo Courtesy of Kraig Biocraft Laboratories
The silky strands made by spiders are strong and supple. Now, scientists in Michigan are using genetic engineering to reproduce spider silk for a wide range of uses, including military uniforms.
Jan 26, 2017
Army’s new pistol is a boost for New Hampshire
The U.S. Army is to have a new standard-issue sidearm. The P320 pistol will be made in New Hampshire by gunmaker Sig Sauer and will replace the old Beretta M9. The new weapon has a modular design so you can change its size or caliber. The switch will be a big deal for military members […]
Feb 16, 2016
Military chow hall makeovers, with a side of broccoli
Staff Sgt. Christopher Freeman/82nd Combat Aviation Brigade PAO
Army dining facilities are being asked to do more with less, and to get soldiers to eat their veggies.
Jul 2, 2015
U.S. Army recruits young innovators
Armament research lab wants to help kids patent and sell their ideas.
Jun 16, 2015
Lessons learned from the Humvee
Three contractors are bidding to build a lighter, faster replacement vehicle.
Feb 24, 2014
Proposed Defense budget decreases Army levels
The Army may end up at its smallest level since 1940.
Feb 4, 2014
Congress holds hearing on army recruiting fraud
When incentives to recruit new soldiers turns to fraud.
Oct 24, 2013
R.O.T.C. refocuses recruiting on urban areas
The Army will close R.O.T.C. programs at 13 universities, more than half of which are in the South.
May 27, 2013
Uncle Sam might not want you anymore
It’s a good time to be a recruiter for the U.S. military. Applications are up, as youth unemployment continues to soar. And the Pentagon doesn’t need as many people as it did at the height of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.