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The United States Army is the branch of the United States armed forces responsible for land-based military operations. It is the largest and oldest established branch of the U.S. military and is one of seven uniformed services. The modern Army has its roots in the Continental Army which was formed on 14 June 1775, [1] before the establishment of the United States, to meet the demands of the American Revolutionary War. Congress created the United States Army on 14 June 1784 after the end of the war to replace the disbanded Continental Army. The Army considers itself to be descended from the Continental Army and thus dates its inception from the origins of that force. [1]The primary mission of the Army is to "provide necessary forces and capabilities ... in support of the National Security and Defense Strategies."[2] Control and operation is administered by the Department of the Army, one of the three service departments of the Department of Defense. The civilian head is the Secretary of the Army and the highest ranking military officer in the department is the Chief of Staff, unless the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff or Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff are Army officers. The Regular Army reported a strength of 539,675 soldiers; the Army National Guard (ARNG) reported 360,351 and the United States Army Reserve (USAR) reported 197,024 putting the combined component strength total 1,097,050 soldiers (2008 Financial Year).[3] The United States Army serves as the land-based branch of the U.S. Military. ยง3062 of Title 10 US Code defines the purpose of the Army as[4] The Continental Army was created on 14 June 1775 by the Continental Congress as a unified army for the states to fight Great Britain, with George Washington appointed as its commander.[1] The Army was initially led by men who had served in the British Army or colonial militias and who brought much of British military heritage with them. As the Revolutionary war progressed, French aid, resources, and military thinking influenced the new army, while Prussian assistance and instructors, such as Friedrich Wilhelm von Steuben, had a strong influence.
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1. Suspected US Drone Attack Kills 2 in Pakistan
November 05, 2009
A suspected U.S. drone missile attack has killed two people in Pakistan's North Waziristan tribal region that borders Afghanistan.Pakistani intelligence officials say the attack took place Thursday and targeted a house in a village north of the region's main town of Miran Shah.No other details were immediately available.In neighboring South Waziristan Wednesday, Pakistan's army said its forces reached key Taliban strongholds, as its offensive moves deeper into militant-held territory.The military said troops captured a "major part" of Sararogha and also entered Ladha, where "intense fighting" ... (read more)
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2. Sri Lanka Objects to US Plan to Interview Army Chief
November 03, 2009
Sri Lanka has raised strong objections to plans by United States authorities to interview the country's army chief, who is currently visiting the country. The Sri Lankan government expects the general to be questioned about alleged war crimes committed during the country's civil war. General Sarath Fonseka (File)Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama wants the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to drop plans to quiz General Sarath Fonseka.Army chief Fonseka, who is visiting his daughters in Oklahoma City, holds an American permanent-residency card. Sri Lankan officials... (read more)
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3. Give the Best Christmas to your Community
November 01, 2009
Remember the moral of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol? It's a beautiful story to remind everyone of essentially one thing: We should all strive to do good since we all die someday. Material things will fade into oblivion, but the positive impact we have on other lives and the community around us will live into eternity. This is an inspirational idea that I try to carry in my heart and mind every holiday season.
Now I'm hoping to share this inspiration with you.
This Christmas and holiday season, give back to your community by volunteering. You'll realize that people less fortunate... (read more)
Author: Royce Westlake
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4. First of All, Brand New Statins Come Up
October 31, 2009
Merck - for many years the world's biggest pharmaceutical company - managed to obtain lovastatin from the US Army, file a patent, and the rest, as they say, is history. Mankind had entered 'The age of the statin'. Cue celestial music - Star Waf! theme music meets Beethoven's 'Ode to Joy; that sort of thing. And 10 it was written that Merck, clutching the great staff of Mevacor (the brand name of lovastatin) led the chosen opinion leaders to the Holy Land, a land of great bounty, where fruit hung low from the trees. A land of milk and honey where if you were a cardiologist lucky enough ... (read more)
Author: Ari Gold
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5. Obama Attends Return of Fallen US Soldiers From Afghanistan
October 29, 2009
President Barack Obama, center, salutes as Army carry team carries transfer case containing remains of Sgt. Dale R. Griffin at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, 29 Oct 2009 U.S. President Barack Obama made an overnight trip to a military air base in the state of Delaware to meet a plane carrying the bodies of 18 U.S. soldiers and civilian personnel recently killed in Afghanistan.Mr. Obama took off from the White House lawn aboard the presidential helicopter late Wednesday night for Dover Air Force Base. The trip was revealed only to a small group of reporters on condition of secrecy.The preside... (read more)
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6. How Do Luffa Sponges Grow?
October 31, 2009
As mentioned in an earlier article, luffas are a tropical gourd belonging to the cucumber family.
Luffas are best known as sponges in this country. Once processed, the fibrous interior can be put to many uses. Luffas have been known to be used in stuffing mattresses and pillows. During World War II the US Navy used luffas as filters for their steam engines. They preferred that over all other materials available at the time. Even the US Army used luffas in surgical procedures as well as washing the windows on their jeeps.
In other parts of the world the luffa is more known as a food ... (read more)
Author: Glenn Fournier
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7. Northrop Grumman and Selex Galileo Compete for US Army's Infrared laser Countermeasures Program
October 29, 2009
Northrop Grumman Corporation today announced the formation of a strategic alliance with SELEX Galileo, a Finmeccanica company, to compete for the US Army's Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) program.
CIRCM is intended to provide the US military with a laser-based infrared (IR) countermeasures solution against current and future IR threat systems. For the CIRCM program, the Northrop Grumman-SELEX Galileo team has integrated the ECLIPSE micro pointer/tracker with a processing and laser countermeasures capability to produce a 4th generation lightweight, highly reliable Directional Infra... (read more)
Author: Shane Ennerson
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8. A Brief of History of the 82nd Airborne Division
October 27, 2009
The origins of the 82nd Airborne Division of the United States Army go back to the time of World War I when the 82nd was Infantry and use of paratroopers in battle was 25 years and another world war in the future. The 82nd Infantry Division was activated in August 1917 at Camp Gordon, Georgia. During World War I, the division was employed in three major World War I campaigns. The division counted among its troops representatives from every state in the Union and became known as "All Americans". The insignia of the 82nd Division is a dark blue circle on a square red field. On the blue circle, t... (read more)
Author: Gary Haiji
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9. India, US Conduct Joint Military Exercise
October 26, 2009
India and the United States are conducting a massive joint military exercise in a northern Indian state. The war games reflect the growing security ties between the two countries. For two weeks, nearly 1000 troops from India and the United States, using heavy transport aircraft and battle tanks, have been taking part in a joint exercise in Babina in Uttar Pradesh state.Indian and US army officers shaking hands at Babina, at the start of a Indo-US Joint Exercise, 13 Oct 2009The 18-day exercise, code named Yudh Abhyas or preparation for war, concludes Thursday.It is the largest gro... (read more)
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10. Speed Up Some Heartbeats With These Fabulous Options In Sexy Costumes!
October 26, 2009
With Halloween upon us, now is the time to pick up a great costume. If you are headed to a costume party and need a sexy costume to make your ex jealous, this list of drop dead sexy sexy costumes will have his head spinning!
Do you love Nascar? Then the Red Racer playsuit will be your favorite costume to wear. A long sleeve romper with short shorts and a full zip attached at the front, this costume is just the right touch of sexy and playful that will have men following you around like puppies. The finish flag pattern along one side of this costume as well as the sleeves will catch everyo... (read more)
Author: Mithran Balakrishnan
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