News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany On a pitch black October morning in 2002, the humming of engines from an Ilyushin Il-62 commercial airliner faded as it taxied away from Manas Air Base, Kyrgyzstan. It didn’t get far. The jet crashed and burst into flames after running off the tarmac into the grass and veering into the nearby woods.
Col. Seung U. Paik, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa financial analysis and budget division, handles money. His passion, however, lies in taking time to share stories he has accumulated throughout his life and the lessons they have taught him with his coworkers.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. Just as the observance month is not confined to a specific calendar month, so too are the contributions and achievements of the Hispanic Americans who have helped energize our nation’s diversity.
A recruiter’s responsibility begins when someone walks into his office. He stands up and greets with a warm smile and a welcoming handshake.
Each year thousands of service members separate or retire from the military. Many of them start another career or go back to school.
Our district heat network produces hot water and distributes it to base buildings to provide heat through radiators. During the summer months, so little heat is needed that most of the system is deactivated.
From cracked windows to auto decals, here are the top 10 reasons your vehicle may fail inspection.
The Ramstein Bazaar has been a staple event at Ramstein Air Base since 1965 — more than half century. Since its inception, the bazaar has been the place to find one-of-a-kind treasures.
The Ramstein Bazaar has been a part of the military culture for those stationed in Europe since 1965. If you’ve ever been assigned to a base or post in Germany, Belgium, England, Italy or somewhere else in Europe, chances are you’ve attended or at least heard of this shopping extravaganza.
Upon assuming command of the Continental Army in Cambridge, Mass., Gen. George Washington was able to count a total of 15 chaplains already serving within the 23 regiments around Boston. Then, on July 29, 1775, the Continental Congress gave chaplains their first official recognition, marking the birthdate of the Chaplain Corps.
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