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Aug. 2, 2004
Major exercises set for NORAD and USNORTHCOM
Two major exercises, Amalgam Virgo 04 (AV04) & Determined Promise 04 (DP04), kick off this week for the North American Aerospace Defense Command and the U.S. Northern Command to test the commands’ response to terrorist events on a national, state, and local level.AV04 will evaluate NORAD in both live-fly and simulated exercises with a focus on air
NORAD and USNORTHCOM To Host Media Opportunity On Major Exercises
On August 4, NORAD and NORTHCOM officials will brief media on the commands’ upcoming exercises taking place August 5-10, 2004. Officials will explain the exercises, participants, and overall objectives for Determined Promise 04 and Amalgam Virgo 04.AV04 will evaluate NORAD in both live-fly and simulated exercises with a focus on air piracy,
July 15, 2004
War On Terrorism Raises Legal Questions
Is the United States at war with al-Qaeda and other terrorist groups? If this nation is at war, how do we win the war?The answer to the first question is “yes,” according to the executive, legislative and judicial branches of U.S. government, said Jeffrey Addicott, a recent guest lecturer for the North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S.
July 2, 2004
The Homeland Security and Defense Education Consortium
The Homeland Security and Defense Education Consortium, or HSDECA, (www.hsdeca.org) is committed to building and maintaining a community of higher education institutions supporting this mission and the overall homeland security effort through the sharing and advancement of knowledge. The Homeland Security and Defense Education Consortium, or HSDECA
July 1, 2004
NORAD and USNORTHCOM Prepared to Engage Threats
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – As Independence Day (July 4) approaches, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) are taking appropriate measures to help ensure the safety of Americans throughout the holiday period. “We adjust our alert levels and irregular air patrols as appropriate,” said Mike
June 29, 2004
Honore nominated to receive third star; will take command of First US Army
(NORFOLK, Va. - June 17, 2004) – Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld announced today that Army Maj. Gen. Russel L. Honore` has been nominated to receive a promotion to Lieutenant General and serve as Commander, First U.S. Army.As Commander, First U.S. Army, Honore` will oversee the training, mobilization and deployment of Army Reserve and
June 18, 2004
NORAD and USNORTHCOM Senior Officer Announcement
Lieutenant General Joseph R. Inge will replace Lieutenant General Edward G. Anderson III as the Deputy Commander, United States Northern Command, and Vice Commander, U.S. Element, North American Aerospace Defense Command (USELEMNORAD), headquartered at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo.Inge is currently Commanding General, First United States Army,
June 14, 2004
New Commander Named
We are pleased with the announcement of VADM Keating’s appointment to the rank of Admiral and assignment as commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command. We look forward to a successful confirmation process and transition. Gen Eberhart intends to retire at the end of the calendar year, pending official
Senior Officer Announcement
RADM Steven W. Maas will replace RADM Daniel H. Stone as the Director of Logistics and Engineering for North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and United States Northern Command, both headquartered at Peterson AFB, CO.Maas is currently the Director, Logistics/Fleet Supply Officer, N41, United States Atlantic Fleet, Norfolk, Va.Stone will
May 27, 2004
General Begins, Ends Military Career at Fort Carson
PETERSON AFB, Colo. – It was a fitting end to his active-duty career. Army Lt. Gen. Edward G. Anderson III and his wife, Ann, began life as a military couple at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs nearly 38 years ago. On May 27, the couple returned to the Army base for the general’s retirement ceremony.Anderson was deputy commander at U.S. Northern
Threat Of Attack Means Business As Usual For USNORTHCOM
PETERSON AFB, Colo. – While Attorney General John Ashcroft alerted Americans to possible terrorist attacks over the next few months, U.S. Northern Command officials said the command is continuing business as usual.“We’re not changing anything as of now,” said Col. Michael Bradley, chief of homeland defense in USNORTHCOM’s policy and planning
General Anderson Retires After 39 Years of Service
PETERSON AFB, Colo. – Army Lt. Gen. Edward G. Anderson III will retire today, May 27, ending a military career spanning 39 years. The general is deputy commander at U.S. Northern Command and vice commander of U.S. Element, North American Aerospace Defense Command at Peterson AFB. By joining the Army, Anderson followed in the footsteps of his
May 24, 2004
First USNORTHCOM Deputy Commander Retires May 27
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Lieutenant General Edward G. Anderson III, United States Army, will retire on May 27 at Fort Carson, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Lieutenant General Anderson is the first Deputy Commander, United States Northern Command, and Vice Commander, U.S. Element, North American Aerospace Defense Command, headquartered at
May 21, 2004
NORAD and U.S. NORTHCOM Airman Named Outstanding Enlisted Member
Tech. Sgt. Elvin Sanders was named one of three outstanding enlisted representatives in Colorado Springs for 2004 during the annual Armed Forces Day Luncheon, sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce May 14.Sanders, who is assigned to North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command at Peterson AFB, won in category two, which
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