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Around Knox

  • Soldiers participate in ‘Best Warrior’

    By SPC. ASHLEY BELTRAN
    11th Aviation Command Public Affairs
    Nineteen Soldiers from the 11th Aviation Command and the Army Reserve Career Division competed in multiple high-endurance events that included a physical fitness test, combatives, a 6k ruck march, among other events during the Best Warrior Competition held May 14 to Friday on Fort Knox.
    The first day of the competition began at 5:30 a.m. during the physical fitness test, consisting of two minutes of pushups, two minutes of sit-ups and a two-mile run.

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  • Employment opportunities in, around Fort Knox

    ACS Employment Readiness Program
    The ACS Employment Readiness Program provides employment information and other supportive services primarily to Family members who are relocating as a result of a military or civilian sponsor’s permanent change of station. Other categories of personnel who are eligible for services are nontransitioning military personnel, retirees and their spouses.

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  • Around Knox

    E-town hosting BBQ, Blues and Bikes
    Fort Knox PAO

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  • Memorial Day ceremony

    Fort Knox PAO
    A ceremony in observance of Memorial Day will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday on Fort Knox’s Brooks Parade Field to honor military troops, past and present, for their service and sacrifices.
    The actions of the late Pfc. David P. Nash—a native Kentuckian and Medal of Honor recipient—will be recognized as well with his family in attendance. While serving in Vietnam in 1968, Nash, of Whitesville, rolled onto an exploding grenade, sacrificing himself and saving the lives of three fellow Soldiers.

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  • STSD can be detrimental to relationships

    By CLINT MESHEW
    Fort Knox Veterans Services
    Those who in some way have been associated with survivors of trauma may also become traumatized and experience what is called secondary-traumatic stress disorder, or compassion fatigue.

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  • Soldier can take steps to prevent identity theft

    By CAPT. KRIS WHITTENBERGER
    Fort Knox Legal Assistance Office
    Soldiers preparing to deploy face many hurdles prior to actually leaving: these include completing mandatory training, ensuring their Family is prepared and packing all needed equipment. Additionally, it’s important to ensure your financial identity is protected when you are away serving your country. A great way to protect your assets is to have an active-duty alert placed on your credit report to avoid identity theft when deployed.
    What is identity theft?

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  • Evolving battlefield spurs changes

    By TIM OBERLE
    U.S. Army Cadet Command
    The complex nature of issues facing the modern military tactician present unique challenges requiring leadership that exemplifies unparalleled ingenuity, flexibility and uncompromising integrity.
    From the emergence of insurgent warfare to the constantly evolving technological frontier, future military leaders must remain adaptable with an ability to thrive in an uncertain operational environment.

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  • PRTs training for upcoming deployment

    By ASHLEY ROY
    Atterbury-Muscatatuck Public Affairs
    Provincial Reconstruction Team 13-17, currently training at Atterbury-Muscatatuck near Edinburgh, Ind., is preparing for deployment to Afghanistan later this year.
    Consisting of three teams, the PRT is training to support missions in the Farah, Ghazni and Uruzgan provinces, including medical support.

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  • Prayer breakfast delivers message of contentment

    By STAFF SGT. CANDICE FUNCHESS
    3rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) Public Affairs
    “Three things to remember: It’s not just about me, you can trust God and finally, always hunt the good stuff,” said Chaplain (Lt. Col.) David VanderJagt, command chaplain of the 3rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), during a prayer breakfast held May 15 at Cantigny Dining Facility.

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  • Cadets to participate in CULP program this summer

    By RACHAEL TOLLIVER
    USACC
    Language and cultural barriers keep us from understanding and appreciating the world around us. What seems to us like a worthless flooded swamp is a field of cultivated rice to someone else. That feeling we get when our personal space is severely invaded isn’t universal—it’s how other people greet and connect. And while we would consider a belch during or after a meal as bad manners, in other countries it is a sign of appreciation for a very good meal.

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