Fort Leonard Wood

Meet the Winner of the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards®

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Monday, November 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, unveiled the winner of the 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards. Maverick, a 150-pound European Blue Great Dane in the Therapy Dogs category—which is sponsored by The Brady Hunter Foundation—has clutched the coveted title. The American Humane Hero Dog Awards is a nationwide competition that searches for and recognizes America's standout dogs in five categories: Therapy Dogs; Service and Guide Dogs; Military Dogs; Law Enforcement and First Responder Dogs; and Shelter Dogs.

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  • Congratulations to America's New Top Dog: Therapy Dog Maverick
    WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Humane , the country's first national humane organization, unveiled the winner of the 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards .
  • "We are so excited to name Maverick as American Humane's 2023 Hero Dog, a distinction that is well-deserved for him and his handler Kelly," said Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane.
  • "The American Humane Hero Dog Awards celebrate America's often unsung heroes," said philanthropist and platinum presenting sponsor Lois Pope.
  • Without them, the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards would not be possible.

Picogrid Announces Helios: Smallest AI-Enabled Command Station Deployable in Minutes

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Picogrid, a defense technology firm, took the wraps off its latest innovation: Helios. This state-of-the-art hardware will be in the spotlight at the U.S. Army Military Police Regimental Association Conference at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

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  • Contained within a single, man-portable hard-shell case, Helios is a rapidly deployable platform that integrates high-bandwidth multi-network communications, onboard computing, and sensor capabilities.
  • Helios is engineered specifically for the unique challenges associated with remote operations, a timely solution relevant for areas like the Pacific Island Chains.
  • The users can connect ISR sensors and mobile devices to DoD networks within minutes anywhere in the world.
  • This new product comes on the heels of Picogrid's recent $950 million contract win for the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) initiative.

University of Phoenix and Military Police Regimental Association Announce Winner of Full-Tuition Scholarship

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

Together with its members, MPRA works to provide a variety of services and assistance to Military Police leaders, soldiers and their families around the world.

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  • Together with its members, MPRA works to provide a variety of services and assistance to Military Police leaders, soldiers and their families around the world.
  • “At University of Phoenix we are proud of our continued commitment to making career-relevant education pathways accessible to our veteran community,” states Eric Ryan, Marine Corps veteran and senior director of Military Operations at University of Phoenix.
  • The University of Phoenix Military Police Regimental Association Scholarship is intended to recognize military service commitment and provide an opportunity to further education goals for military police members and families.
  • "With the ever-changing landscape that military service often brings, to not only the service member but also our families, this scholarship is a great opportunity provided by the University of Phoenix to our Military Police Leaders, Soldiers and Family Members.

Distinguished Military Leader Joins USAA as CEO Chief of Staff

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Monday, June 5, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USAA announced the appointment of Major General (Retired) Robert F. Whittle, Jr., as Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Wayne Peacock.

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  • MAJ GEN (Ret) Robert F. Whittle, Jr. hired as SVP, CEO Chief of Staff after a nationwide search
    SAN ANTONIO, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USAA announced the appointment of Major General (Retired) Robert F. Whittle, Jr., as Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Wayne Peacock.
  • He was most recently the deputy commanding general of operations for U.S. Army North (ARNORTH), headquartered at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio.
  • "He will provide unique insights to help bring solutions for USAA members and I'm honored to welcome Bob to the USAA leadership team."
  • "Joining USAA is an opportunity to continue my service to the military community," said Whittle.

Retired Lieutenant General Leslie Smith joins Millennium Corporation Board of Advisors

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

ARLINGTON, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Millennium Corporation welcomes Retired Lieutenant General Leslie C. Smith to its Board of Advisors.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Millennium Corporation welcomes Retired Lieutenant General Leslie C. Smith to its Board of Advisors.
  • Smith will leverage his deep level of experience in leadership and logistics to provide strategic guidance and direction into Millennium Corporation's executive team.
  • Millennium Corporation welcomes Retired Lieutenant General Leslie C. Smith to its Board of Advisors
    LTG Smith, a native of Atlanta, graduated in 1985 from Georgia Southern University with a bachelor's degree in accounting.
  • LTG Smith joins Millennium Corporation Board of Advisors, which consists of Mr. Dean G. Popps, Major General David R. Gust (Ret.

Military power: U.S. Army chooses resilient lead batteries "to deploy energy storage systems anywhere in the world"

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

DURHAM, N.C., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army has chosen advanced lead battery energy storage systems to enhance its operational effectiveness in disaster zones and in combat.

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  • DURHAM, N.C., Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army has chosen advanced lead battery energy storage systems to enhance its operational effectiveness in disaster zones and in combat.
  • "Lead batteries give us the ability to deploy energy storage systems anywhere in the world, enhancing our resiliency.
  • Using lead batteries would provide Army Commanders with local sources of batteries in vehicles and telecommunications towers around the world.
  • The prototype lead battery energy storage systems will be constructed and tested in various simulated duty cycles to recreate typical field conditions for military operations.

Wreaths Across America Radio Hosts Sixth in Series of RoundTable Discussions on Veteran Healing

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Wreaths Across America Radio is proud to announce the sixth in its series of roundtable discussions focused on Veteran Healing through sharing stories of resilience, purpose, and success. This live discussion will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at 12PM ET, and can be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio.

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Wreaths Across America Radio is proud to announce the sixth in its series of roundtable discussions focused on Veteran Healing through sharing stories of resilience, purpose, and success.
  • This live discussion will take place on Thursday, June 30, 2022, at12PM ET, and can be heard exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio .
  • Guest panelists listed below will be interviewed by Wreaths Across America's Executive Director Karen Worcester and Director of Military & Veteran Outreach, Joe Regan,United States Army Veteran.
  • You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio's 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere ontheiHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio
    This is the sixth broadcast in this series, Roundtable discussions are broadcast on Wreaths Across America Radio at least once per quarter.

USD Group Announces Appointment of Lieutenant General Leslie Smith to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

US Development Group, LLC (USD Group or USDG) today announced the appointment of Lt. Gen. Leslie C. Smith to the USD Group Board of Directors.

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  • US Development Group, LLC (USD Group or USDG) today announced the appointment of Lt. Gen. Leslie C. Smith to the USD Group Board of Directors.
  • We are very pleased to welcome Lt. Gen. Les Smith to the USD Group Board, said Dan Borgen, USDGs Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Lt. Gen. Smiths deep level of experience in leadership and logistics will be invaluable to USD Group as we continue to grow our DRU and USD Clean Fuels platforms.
  • Lt. Gen. Smith previously served more than 35 years in United States Army, most recently serving as the 66th Inspector General of the Army.

Ready For Action: Enhancements Completed On U.S. Army's State-Of-The-Art Chemical Defense Training Facility (CDTF) At Fort Leonard Wood

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Tuesday, April 9, 2019

PULASKI, Mo., April 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Leonard Wood Army Base --Dignitaries gathered to unveil the U.S. Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) School, Chemical Defense Training Facility (CDTF) at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

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  • PULASKI, Mo., April 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Leonard Wood Army Base --Dignitaries gathered to unveil the U.S. Army Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) School, Chemical Defense Training Facility (CDTF) at Fort Leonard Wood, MO.
  • Fully operational and the only facility of its kind within the U.S. Department of Defense, the CDTF will be the global venue of choice for live toxic CBRN defense training.
  • MRIGlobal designed and executed facility upgrades in concert with HHI Corporation fabrication and installation efforts.
  • Over the past year, Fort Leonard Wood has trained international partners from more than 63 nations.