Army news today in history
Here are some significant Army news stories from today in history:
March 25
- 1945: The United States Army liberates the Dachau concentration camp in Germany, finding thousands of prisoners, many of whom are severely malnourished and ill.
- 1965: The United States Army begins deploying troops to Vietnam, marking the beginning of the Vietnam War.
Other notable events
- 1865: The United States Army captures Bentonville, North Carolina, during the American Civil War.
- 1942: The United States Army establishes the Army Air Forces (AAF) as a separate branch of the military.
- 1958: The United States Army establishes the Army Security Agency (ASA), which is responsible for signals intelligence and communications security.
Birthdays
- 1862: John J. Pershing, American general and commander of the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I, is born.
- 1893: Omar Bradley, American general and the last five-star general in the United States Army, is born.
In the news
- The Army is working to improve its cybersecurity capabilities, with a focus on protecting its networks and systems from cyber threats.
- The Army is also investing in new technologies, including artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, to enhance its capabilities on the battlefield.
- The Army is conducting exercises and training operations in the Middle East and Europe to prepare for potential conflicts and to maintain its readiness.
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