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Zangiku Monogatari (The Story Of The Last Chrysanthemums), Kenji Mizoguchi, 1939
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, David Fincher, 2011
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Or, "Slate Culture Gabfest, The Early Years." Dan Duryea and Joan Bennett talk Art in Fritz Lang's Scarlet Street, 1945.
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With Cora Miao.
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Shirley Temple, Fort Apache, John Ford, 1948
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Joanna Pettet in Casino Royale, directed by John Huston, Ken Hughes, Robert Parrish, Joe McGrath and Val Guest, 1967
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Lee Marvin and Macha Méril, "Mon Petit Chou," Route 66, Sam Peckinpah, 1961
Hat tip: Tim Lucas.
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Alec Guinness as The Man In The White Suit, Alexander MacKendrick, 1951
Tony Curtis with Sharon Tate in Don't Make Waves, Alexander MacKendrick, 1967
Surely I can't be the first person to have picked this up. The only thing that messes up the symmetry is that while Waves is MacKendrick's final film as director, Suit is not his first but his second film as director (the first was Whisky Galore!/Tight Little Island).
UPDATE: Several commenters have indirectly solicited my assessment of the latter film, which was recently made available via the indespensible albeit slightly irritating (because they're indespensible—it's a loop, you see) Warner Archive. I dig it. It doesn't have the verbal assets of such prime MacKendrick fare as White Suit, Sweet Smell of Success, and others, and there's a good deal of technical roughness around its edges, but it's pretty fascinatingly acerbic, Tate is wonderful in it, and the climactic scene should have been watched by Michael Bay before he tackled the folding-skyscraper sequence in Transformers: Bark At The Moon, or whatever the hell it was called. My old friend Joseph Failla has some notes on the film that are not inapt, complete with illustrations:
"It took awhile but when I caught up with DON'T MAKE WAVES, I wasn't disappointed in the least. While I have a liking for some of the sillier beach movies, WAVES as directed by Mackendrick seemed to have more on it's mind, basically skewering many American values of excess. This would make a good double feature with the incredibly acidic THE LOVED ONE,also helmed by an English director taking an even angrier aim at the same subject (in fact both films feature a sequence with valuable beach front property precariously teetering on the edge of destruction).
"I realize to call DON'T MAKE WAVES the LA DOLCE VITA of beach films is a stretch, although the these pics from both movies underscore an interesting affinity, I think. I may not have picked up on the white suits, but I find Tony Curtis makes for a decent Marcello Mastroianni, American style (think of Sidney Falco in SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS as a more smarmy counterpart to Mastroianni's famous paparazzi, Marcello Rubini from VITA). While the inclusion of Claudia Cardinale reminds me of the presence of a European's eye view of the sweet life in '60s southern California. You may not feel both films should be mentioned in the same conversation but is there not a similar glint in Curtis' eye for Cardinale that Mastroianni has for Ekberg?"
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Gwyneth Paltrow and Mel Cannon, The Royal Tenenbaums, Wes Anderson, 2001.
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You will search Kael's collected work in vain for a theory, a system, or even a consistent set of principles.—A.O. Scott, "Mad About Her: Pauline Kael, Loved and Loathed" (with Manohla Dargis), The New York Times, October 14, 2011
Kael's attraction to the art of the mass audience—the audience that includes our family and our neighbors—is about as far as you can get from Sontag's prostration before the exalted and the disaffection from the mass audience it entails. Kael was wary of anything as humorless as exaltation. She was wary of anyone who took himself too seriously—such as Sontag's adored Bresson, whom she charged with "inhuman pride."—Craig Seligman, Sontag and Kael: Opposites Attract Me, Counterpoint, 2004
Bloggers and the writers who turn out well-crafted pieces on their own Web sites are free to write what they want. The best of them, such as Dennis Cozzalio at Sergio Leone and the Infield Fly Rule or Kim Morgan at Sunset Gun or Farran Nehme Smith at The Self-Styled Siren, give public voice to the way movies function as private obsession. Their film knowledge is broad and deep, but they wear that knowledge lightly. They understand that the true appreciation of any art begins in pleasure (and not in the "work" of watching movies). To read them is to read people grounded in the sensual response to movies, in what the presence or look of a certain star, or the way a shot is lit stirs in them. —Charles Taylor, "The Problem With Film Criticism," Dissent, Fall 2011 (available on the internet to subscribers only)
Reading long, detailed arguments about a difference of millimeters in the aspect ratio of a new Blu-Ray disc, the only shrinking millimeters I'm aware of are those of my open eyes narrowing.— Taylor, Dissent
When the writer Dan Kois advanced the heretical notion in the New York Times that he couldn't pretend to enjoy movies he found boring, the reaction he got made it seem as if he had said movies could never deviate from convention and audiences should never try anything new. The film historian David Bordwell even used the word "philistinism."—Taylor, Dissent
In college, a friend demanded to know what kind of idiot I was that I hadn't yet watched Tarkovsky's "Solaris." "It's so boring," he said with evident awe. "You have to watch it, but you won't get it."
He was right: I had to watch it, and I didn't get it. I had to watch it — on a laserdisc in the university library — because the intimation that there was a film that connoisseurs knew that I'd never heard of was too much to bear. I didn't get it because its mesmerizing pace was so far removed from my cinematic metabolism that several times during its 165 minutes, I awoke in a panic, only to find that the same thing was happening onscreen as was happening when I closed my eyes. (Seas roiling; Russians brooding.) After I left the library, my friend asked me what I thought. "That was amazing," I said. When he asked me what part I liked the best, I picked the five-minute sequence of a car driving down a highway, because it seemed the most boring. He nodded his approval. —Dan Kois, "Eating Your Cultural Vegetables," The New York Times Magazine, April 29, 2011
The reaction to Kois was a sustained example of bullying masked as erudition.—Taylor, Dissent
What is interesting is the impression of a giddy, widespread abdiction of all time-consuming enterprises, from building an argument to watching a movie, and the accompanying implication that anything beyond an immediate gut-level response is suspect. Sometimes the abdication and the uses to which it is put are "market driven," sometimes angst-ridden, sometimes politically cunning, and sometimes, as in Kois's case, gleefully nonchalant. "My taste stubbornly remains my taste," writes Kois as a summary statement: this is not film criticism, but rather its gleeful renunciation.—Kent Jones, "That was SO THEN, This is TOTALLY NOW," Film Comment, September/October 2011 (Print only)
[Branded To Kill is] also a movie of rain and shadows, and Mr. Suzuki's use of angular, minimalist 20th-century-modern interiors to convey blankness and isolation makes you wonder why anyone ever consented to be bored by Michelangelo Antonioni's coffee-table anomie. —Charles Taylor, "New DVDs To Warm Your Toes By," The New York Times, October 28, 2011
Images from Blow-Up (with Jeff Beck, 1966), Zabriskie Point (with Daria Halprin, 1970), The Passenger (with Maria Schneider, 1975) and Identification of a Woman (1982), directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.
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For the Self Styled Siren.
Lauren Bacall's first costume. ("First" in this case meaning with respect to the actual diegetic chronology; the picture actually begins after this scene, which is part of a lengthy flashback.) With Robert Stack.
Dorothy Malone's first costume. With John Larch as "Roy Carter."
Lauren Bacall's final costume. With Maidie Norman and Rock Hudson.
Dorothy Malone's final costume. With portrait of Robert Keith.
Hat tip: Claire Kenny and Big Screen Classics, which ran the film yesterday at the mighty Lafayette Theatre.
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Rocky Mountain Chapter - Colorado
We lucked out. Our carload of five heading for a snowshoeing expedition on Tennessee Pass on Saturday cruised past a jackknifed semi blocking Interstate 70 near the Eisenhower Tunnel. Eastbound, the highway was a linear parking lot rippling over the hills to the horizon and beyond. Westbound was snowpacked but a racetrack by comparison and, hallelujah, we were driving west.
The god of gridlock was smiling on us.
For once.
It's a given if you live along the Front Range and you're a skier, hiker or any kind of outdoorsman that you'll spend hours mired in traffic en route to the mountains. When economic-development types talk about the quality-of- life premium that awaits those who relocate to Colorado, they don't mention I-70, our very own little purgatory.
On Monday, Michael Penny had been meeting with legislators to see if the bill to increase penalties for truckers who defy the chain laws and wreak havoc with traffic can be resurrected. The Frisco town manager and chairman of the coalition to develop plans for solving the I-70 mess called me from his car just as he climbed Floyd Hill on his way home. He had spent 45 minutes behind jackknifed trucks that morning.
"It would be an immediate shift," he said, "a 2007 solution." Senate President Joan Fitz-Gerald told him the bill was not dead yet. "It was on life-support."
But the coalition members aren't spending a lot of time on half-dead solutions to a monster problem. They're more interested in "the long haul," Penny said, apologizing for the pun.
Penny described a graph of money and time that shows funds for highway expansion peaking in the near future and dropping precipitously as investment in mass transit takes off.
This is the future for I-70.
Exactly how the mass-transit system will look is still to be imagined, but the coalition knows what travelers want.
It must be fast, convenient, fun, easy. It has to accommodate people, gear, pets. It has to be comfortable and wireless, cause minimal impact on the environment, and operate in wicked snow conditions.
"We assume it will be an advanced guideway system, probably elevated to reduce environmental impact," Penny said.
While the design of the system is unclear, the coalition knows demand for it will be sudden and huge.
With gasoline prices increasing along with concerns for the environment and demand for more and better transportation options, the day will come when Coloradans will ditch their SUVs and wonder why mass transit didn't happen - yesterday.
For now, Penny said, the coalition is working hard on the "non-sexy part." They're navigating the bureaucracies of federal, state and local governments; building relationships; developing consensus. "It's dealing with everything from the Federal Highway Administration and the Federal Rail Authority to my bosses on the elected town council in Frisco."
Billions will be needed to address the I-70 problem, and a lot of political groundwork must be laid before any funds can be generated.
Still, for now, the mundane, short-term measures to reduce traffic problems on I-70 are all most of us will notice.
Penny said in addition to tougher chain laws, managing highway demand is one more way to provide immediate relief.
The coalition is urging resorts and lodging operations to provide financial incentives for visitors who ski mid-week. Trucking companies are being asked to limit transport during heavy traffic times, and Front Range employers are being encouraged to offer more flextime options.
With volume at the Eisenhower Tunnel routinely reaching 20,000 vehicles per day on weekends - more on holidays - something has to give. For now, it's us.
As we drove home Saturday afternoon, tired and ready to relax, we tried to imagine ourselves tossing our snowshoes on a luggage rack and riding a train home after a day in the mountains.
Cold beer and naps were vivid images.
We opened our eyes to real life: a sea of taillights all the way to Floyd Hill.
Diane Carman's column appears Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. She can be reached at 303-954-1489 or firstname.lastname@example.com
Visit these websites for more information about public transportation and traffic pollution:
Sierra Club, www.sierraclub.org/sprawl/transportation/
American Lung Association, www.lungusa.org/air/
American Public Transportation Association, www.apta.com
Denver FasTracks, www.rtd-denver.com/fastracks
Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Transportation and Air Quality, www.epa.gov/otaq/
Federal Bureau of Transportation Statistics, www.bts.gov/
Light Rail Now! www.lightrailnow.org
New Mexico Rail Runner Express, www.nmrailrunner.com
Surface Transportation
Policy Project, www.transact.org/
Transit Alliance, www.transitalliance.org/
Transportation Solutions, www.transolutions.org
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Army announces Army Contracting Campaign Plan
Feb 29, 2008
Secretary of the Army Pete Geren announced Feb. 29 his Army Contracting Campaign Plan (ACCP) to address findings and recommendations from two previous independent reviews -- the Gansler Commission and the Army Contracting Task Force. Under the leadership of Acting Under Secretary of the Army Nelson M. Ford, the ACCP will enable the Secretary of the Army to execute recommended improvements to Army contracting.
Army Announces Environmental Impact Notice for Stryker Unit Stationing
Feb 14, 2008
The Department of the Army announced Feb. 15 its intention to release the Final Environmental Impact Statement that evaluates the potential environmental and socioeconomic effects associated with the permanent stationing of the 2nd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division as a Stryker Brigade Combat Team. The Final EIS will be transmitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for publication of a notice of availability in the Federal Register, anticipated to occur on Feb. 22.
Army awards environmental stewardship
Feb 14, 2008
Army programs making strides in endangered species protection, historic preservation, waste reduction, environmental cleanup and pollution prevention earned top level leadership recognition as the Secretary of the Army announced today, Feb. 14, the winners of the ArmyAca,!a,,cs highest honor for environmental stewardship.
Army, VA sign Mutual Support Agreement
Feb 12, 2008
Army Secretary Pete Geren and Dr. James B. Peake, Secretary of Veterans Affairs, signed a mutual support agreement today, Feb. 12, outlining continued assistance to service members and their families transitioning through the military Disability Evaluation System. Wounded, ill and injured service members in the Disability Evaluation System process will continue to be offered assistance from the Army and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Army Announces Wounded Warrior Education Initiative with University of Kansas
Feb 6, 2008
Secretary of the Army Pete Geren and University of Kansas Chancellor Robert Hemenway will welcome eight Army Wounded Warriors into the Wounded Warrior Education Initiative Program as part of a joint announcement Feb. 6 at the Combined Arms Center, Fort Leavenworth, Kan. This pilot program, initiated by the Secretary of the Army, allows severely wounded Soldiers the opportunity to complete a masterAca,!a,,cs degree, then return to the Army and work in assignments where the Combined Arms Center benefits from their education and personal experiences.
Army Vice Chief of Staff Announcement
Feb 5, 2008
The Department of Defense announced today, Feb. 5, the nomination of Lt. Gen. Raymond Odierno as the next Vice Chief of Staff of the Army. Gen. Richard A. Cody will remain the Army Vice Chief of Staff through mid to late summer.
Army Outlines Fiscal Year 2009 Budget
Feb 4, 2008
The Army announced Feb. 4 the details of its budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2009, which covers the period from Oct. 1, 2008, through Sept. 30, 2009. The FY 2009 budget request is $140.7 billion.
Court-martial convening authority dismisses all charges against lieutenant
Jan 30, 2008
After reviewing the Article 32 report of investigation as well as recommendations from the investigating officer and the chain of command at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Army Maj. Gen. Richard J. Rowe Jr., court-martial convening authority and commanding general of the National Capital Region and U.S. Army Military District of Washington, dismissed all charges and specifications today, Jan. 30, in the case of U.S. vs. 1st Lt. Elizabeth Whiteside.
President Addresses Military Families; Army Programs Focus on Family Care Improvements
Jan 29, 2008
President George W. Bush discussed the vital role of military families, including Army Families, during the Jan. 28 State of the Union address to the nation from Washington, D.C. Army leaders appreciated the PresidentAca,!a,,cs important remarks and echoed many of them, noting Army plans to expand Family assistance efforts under the Army Family Covenant while continuing improvements to many existing services.
Army Investigating Battlefield-detainee Deaths
Jan 25, 2008
Army officials in Europe are cooperating fully with a U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command investigation into alleged misconduct by members of a Europe- based 1st Infantry Division unit involving detainees during a 2007 deployment to Iraq.
Army and Air Force Discuss Interoperability
Jan 24, 2008
Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. T. Michael Moseley, along with other senior leaders from both Services, met Jan. 23 at Bolling Air Force Base to discuss issues of mutual interest regarding interdependency and interoperability.
Jan 17, 2008
This press release announces a data-sharing agreement between the Army, Navy and Coast Guard solidified by a recently-signed memorandum of agreement.
Army Announces Stationing Decisions
Dec 19, 2007
The U.S. Army announced Dec. 19 unit stationing decisions to support the PresidentAca,!a,,cs plan to grow the Army by 74,200 Soldiers across all three Army components. This growth includes the stationing of six new infantry brigade combat teams, eight support brigades in the active component, and associated growth in smaller combat support and combat service support units required to complement the U.S. Army's overall force-structure growth.
Army tests carbines for the third time in extreme dust
Dec 17, 2007
Recently Army testing laboratories at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, subjected the M4 carbine and three other weapons to a severe environmental test called the "Carbine Extreme Dust Test." The lab environment allowed engineers to push the weapons beyond their technical limits to better inform and understand what is required for the most capable weapons on the current battlefield. This was the third such test for the Army's carbine of choice, the M4.
Army Announces Logistics Branch
Dec 13, 2007
The Department of the Army announced today, Dec. 13, the establishment of a new branch which will become effective Jan. 1, 2008. The Logistics Branch is the newest branch of the Army for commissioned officers, established by General Order of the Secretary of the Army. Ordnance, Quartermaster and Transportation officers from the ranks of captain through colonel will be united into the Logistics Branch. This change will occur across all components of the Army.
Accountability, improved policies follow Army change of station travel review
Dec 7, 2007
The Army is conducting an internal review to identify possible irregularities in its Temporary Change of Station process for long-term travelers. The Army Leadership directed this review as part of the its ongoing efforts to identify weaknesses in the Temporary Change of Station process, make improvements without delay, detect incidents of misconduct and hold accountable those who have engaged in misconduct.
Army Commits to Working with PiAfA+-on Canyon Communities
Dec 7, 2007
Secretary of the Army Pete Geren today, Dec. 7, reaffirmed the ArmyAca,!a,,cs commitment to working with southeastern Colorado communities to identify and address concerns about the ArmyAca,!a,,cs proposed purchase of land from private landowners adjacent to Fort CarsonAca,!a,,cs PiAfA+-on Canyon Maneuver Site.
President Names Ford as Acting Under Secretary of the Army
Dec 4, 2007
Secretary of the Army Pete Geren today, Dec. 4, expressed his appreciation for President BushAca,!a,,cs designation of the Honorable Nelson M. Ford, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management and Comptroller (ASA(FM&C)), to be the Acting Under Secretary of the Army.
Army Addresses Patient Privacy and Legal Concerns in Recent Story
Dec 3, 2007
Regarding the Dec. 2 story in a Washington, D.C., newspaper about Army Lt. Elizabeth WhitesideAca,!a,,cs medical and legal case, the U.S. Army position is very clear: no decision has been made yet as to whether charges against the officer will proceed to court martial. That is the purpose of the Article 32 investigation: the investigating officer will look at existing evidence and circumstances and advise the court-martial convening authority so he may determine whether a court martial is warranted or dispose of the charges in some other appropriate manner.
Army Issues Instructions to Prepare for Funding Shortfall
Nov 28, 2007
The Army announced Nov. 28 that it has taken initial steps to plan for reduced operations at all Army bases while the congressional review continues on funding for operations in Afghanistan, Iraq, and requirements associated with the Global War on Terror.
Mental Health Needs of Soldiers Returning from Iraq Identified Through Two Army Medical Surveys
Nov 13, 2007
A new Army medical study published in the Nov. 14 issue of Aca,!A"JAMA,Aca,!A? The Journal of the American Medical Association, reports on results from 88,235 post-Operation Iraq Freedom returning Soldiers...
Army accepts Gansler Commission report on contracting; commits to action
Nov 1, 2007
Secretary of the Army Pete Geren accepted Nov. 1 the report of an independent commission citing structural weaknesses and organizational shortcomings in the U.S. ArmyAca,!a,,cs acquisition and contracting system used to support expeditionary operations.
Army Astronaut on NASA's Oct. 23 Shuttle Mission
Oct 22, 2007
NASA will launch an Italian-built U.S. module for the International Space Station with a space shuttle crew that includes Army Col. Douglas H. Wheelock, a mission specialist who will be making his first spaceflight. Aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery, the STS-120 mission is projected to take the Node 2 connecting module to the station Oct. 23, when it will liftoff from Launch Pad 39A at NASAAca,!a,,cs Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Eight National Guard brigades alerted for Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom
Oct 19, 2007
The Department of the Army today joined the Department of Defense in announcing Oct. 19 the alert of seven Army National Guard Brigade Combat Teams and one Army National Guard Fires Brigade for planned rotations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.
Army Unit from Fort Hood Announced for Iraq Rotation in Summer 2008
Oct 9, 2007
The Army confirmed the Department of Defense announcement Oct. 9 sending Soldiers from the 4th Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, at Fort Hood, Texas, to Iraq as part of a normal rotation of forces. The "Cobras" will deploy in the summer of 2008 to support Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Army Focuses on Soldiers' Families at AUSA Annual Meeting
Oct 9, 2007
Secretary of the Army Mr. Pete Geren and Army Chief of Staff Gen. George Casey put Army Families center stage Oct. 8 in speeches at the Association of the United States Army convention. To renew their commitment to Army Families, Mr. Geren and Gen. Casey introduced The Army Family Covenant.
Army corrects the facts in "Balancing Act" magazine story
Oct 5, 2007
The Oct. 1 issue of Government Executive includes a story based on Army Chief of StaffAca,!a,,cs General George W. CaseyAca,!a,,cs Sept. 6 remarks at a forum sponsored by that magazine. Unfortunately, the story contains some inaccuracies that the Army is working with the magazine to correct.
Army Announces Fort Sill, Okla., Partner for Residential Communities Initiative
Sep 28, 2007
The U.S. Army announced Sept. 28 Picerne Military Housing, LLC, will develop the Community Development and Management Plan for Fort Sill, Okla., as part of the ArmyAca,!a,,cs Residential Communities Initiative providing family-housing neighborhood improvements on post.
EPA and United Nations recognize Army environmental accomplishments
Sep 20, 2007
The U.S. Army joins its sister military services and the Department of Defense Sept. 16 at recognition ceremonies in Montreal to receive the Environmental Protection AgencyAca,!a,,cs Best of the Best Award, and the United Nations Partner Award.
Army Reaches Out to Support All Families
Sep 18, 2007
Secretary of the Army the Hon. Pete Geren and Army Chief of Staff George Casey announced a new program today, Sept. 17, to provide improved support to Army Soldiers and Families: The Army Integrated Family Support Network (AIFSN).
Army reminding troops, families of suicide prevention during National Suicide Prevention Week
Sep 13, 2007
The U.S. Army is participating in National Suicide Prevention Week Sept. 9 -15 by re-emphasizing its focus on suicide-prevention awareness and training to its more than 1.1 million Soldiers as well as their families -- particularly in light of a concerning increase in the ArmyAca,!a,,cs suicide rate for calendar year 2006. The theme this year, Aca,!A"Suicide Prevention: Moving Forward with Education and Training,Aca,!A? matches the ArmyAca,!a,,cs prevention priorities. The loss of any member of the Army family is a tragedy, and the Army has made prevention of suicide a top priority. While the Army has been tracking suicides since 1980, beginning in 2003, the Army started to see an overall increase in the number of confirmed suicides committed by Soldiers while on active duty from 79 in 2003 to 88 in 2005 to 99 in 2006.
Army Takes Further Action to Fight Fraud
Aug 29, 2007
Throughout 2007 the Army has undertaken a rigorous effort to remediate weaknesses in contracting. Today, the Secretary of the Army has established two efforts to broaden the ArmyAca,!a,,cs ongoing efforts to ensure policies and procedures are in place for all joint, expeditionary contracting operations in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kuwait and better prepare the Army for acquisition and logistical support of combat operations in the future.
Army Unveils First Hybrid-Electric Propulsion System for New Combat Vehicles
Aug 15, 2007
The Army today unveiled its first hybrid-electric propulsion system for a new fleet of Manned Ground Vehicles (MGVs), which will be tested and evaluated at the Power and Energy Systems Integration Laboratory (P&E SIL) in Santa Clara.
Army Presents Energy and Water Management Awards
Aug 10, 2007
The Secretary of the Army, the Hon. Pete Geren, recognized the Army's top achievers in energy and water conservation Aug. 8 for saving a combined total of more than 737,132 million British thermal units of energy, 214 million gallons of water and $9.2 million during Fiscal Year 2006. The Secretary of the Army Energy and Water Management Award winners improved efficiency, instituted renewable technologies and promoted energy awareness at installations worldwide.
$20,000 bonus for recruits who report to basic training before Sept. 30
Aug 6, 2007
The U.S. ArmyAca,!a,,cs Recruiting Command announced recently a $20,000 Aca,!A"quick-shipAca,!A? bonus for aspiring recruits. The bonus applies to new recruits with no prior military service who enlist for at least two years active duty in AmericaAca,!a,,cs Army. They must agree to report to basic training within 30 days of enlistment. The program ends Sept. 30.
Armed Services Blood Program explains Department of Defense Rules for blood donations
Aug 4, 2007
WASHINGTON, D.C., August 3, 2007Aca,!"The Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) has come under fire recently in Greensboro, N.C., and Columbus, Ohio, due ironically, to a groundswell of support from passionate individuals who are not active-duty military, but who wish to offer their blood Aca,!" a most precious commodity Aca,!" to help save the lives of our troops. These individuals who want to support the Armed Services Blood Program in its missionAca,!"to supply blood and blood products to service members and their families in both peace and warAca,!"want to know why they are not called on to volunteer as blood donors.
Walter Reed Consolidates Volunteers, Recognizes Efforts
Aug 3, 2007
"For someone to give of their time and talents-volunteering is selfless service, our citizens at their best," said Cynthia Rome, Director of the Walter Reed Army Community Service, who oversees the Army Volunteer Corps (AVC), the lead agency for volunteerism at Walter Reed. "We want to embrace them and give them the opportunity to do that." This week, the AVC launches a new Website page and appeals to all departments and current volunteers to register with them.
Army Announces Results of Further Review of Reports Related to Death of Cpl. Patrick Tillman
Aug 1, 2007
The U.S. Army announced July 31, 2007, steps taken by Secretary of the Army Pete Geren, and the results of a review by the commanding general of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command of the March 26, 2007, DoD Inspector GeneralAca,!a,,cs report into matters related to the 2004 friendly fire death of Army Ranger Cpl. Patrick Tillman.
U.S. Army to Acquire Future Combat Systems Spin Out and Manned Ground Vehicle Technology
Jul 18, 2007
The Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics and Technology) approved sole source justification to procure on an other than full and open competition basis Future Combat System technology Spin Out Low-Rate Initial Production effort and the Congressional directed Manned Ground Vehicle Initial Production Platform (Non-Line of Sight Cannon (NLOS-C).
Jul 18, 2007
The Army initiates a PTSD-MTBI chain teach to inform Soldiers and Family members of the signs and sources for help.
Army Targets Behavioral Health Issues Using Chain Teaching
Jul 18, 2007
The U.S. Army launches a Aca,!A"chain teachingAca,!A? program today to help Soldiers and their families identify symptoms of, and seek treatment for those suffering from, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and mild Traumatic Brain Injury.
Army takes further action to address Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, mild Traumatic Brain Injuries i
Jul 17, 2007
The Army took extraordinary steps today by launching a Aca,!A"chain teachingAca,!A? program as part of an aggressive campaign to educate more than 1 million Active, Reserve and National Guard Soldiers worldwide within the next 90 days about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injuries.
Army Leadership to Families: "We Hear You Loud and Clear"
Jul 13, 2007
Today the U.S. Army announced immediate steps to improve support to Army Families by authorizing and funding Family Readiness Support Assistants down to battalion level for all deploying units across the Army.
Mr. Geren Becomes 20th Secretary of the Army
Jul 13, 2007
Mr. Pete Geren became the 20th Secretary of the Army here today, following his nomination by President George W. Bush and confirmation by the United States Senate.
Army Fills 100% of Requests for Equipment from Seven Key States and Three Territories this Hurricane
Jul 12, 2007
The Department of the Army announced today, July 12, the completion of the provision of nearly 2,600 pieces of equipment requested by seven states and three territories in hurricane-prone areas of the United States in anticipation of possible needs this storm season. The last items to be delivered Aca,!" eight flat bed trailers Aca,!" arrived in Puerto Rico last week. States requested and received a variety of equipment, from transportation to communications gear. Much of this equipment will remain permanently with these states.
Army Takes Immediate Action To Deliver Backlogged Mail
Jun 15, 2007
The U.S. Army took immediate steps to deliver about 4,500 pieces of delayed mail, some bearing postal dates from May of 2006, that were discovered at the Walter Reed Army Medical CenterAca,!a,,cs hospital brigade mail room last week, Major General Eric Schoomaker, Commanding General of WRAMC and the North Atlantic Regional Medical Command, announced today.
Army's Newest Units to Address Soldier Medical Care and Transition Nationwide
Jun 14, 2007
The U.S. Army announced today a series of improvements for wounded SoldiersAca,!a,,c medical care and outpatient assistance to prepare them for continued, successful military service or transition to active citizenship Aca,!" including the national establishment June 15 of Warrior Transition Units at the ArmyAca,!a,,cs major installations nationwide.
Environmental excellence: Army Receives 2007 White House Closing the Circle Awards
Jun 12, 2007
The Office of the Federal Environmental Executive today, June 12, presented 2007 Closing the Circle Awards to Army Headquarters and to Fort Hood. The Closing the Circle Awards recognize outstanding achievements of Federal employees and their facilities for efforts that resulted in significant contributions to, or have made a significant positive impact regarding, environmental stewardship. The awards focus on waste prevention, recycling, and green purchasing activities, environmental management, green/sustainable building, electronics stewardship, and reduced fuel usage. This year also includes three special Aca,!A"Sowing the SeedsAca,!A? awards that recognize leadership in setting future vision.
Jun 9, 2007
The U.S. Army will achieve a significant milestone June 12 in the successful operation of the U.S. Central CommandAca,!a,,cs Rest and Recuperation Leave Program by serving the 500,000th participant since the programAca,!a,,cs inception Sept. 25, 2003.
U.S. Army Prepares for Hurricane Season with Equipment and Planning
Jun 1, 2007
As the United States enters the 2007 Hurricane Season June 1 the Department of the Army and its leadership are working to ensure that all components of the United States Army are fully equipped and trained to support the individual states in the event of a hurricane or crisis. The Stafford Act and the National Response Plan give the Federal Emergency Management Agency the lead in responding to any disaster. The Army is prepared to assist civil authorities, if requested.
Army to Continue with Bell Helicopter/Textron Inc. For Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter
May 18, 2007
During the Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter Special Army Systems Acquisition Review Council May 18, the Army evaluated and considered options in the procurement of the Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter to replace the rapidly aging and depleted fleet of OH-58D Kiowa Warriors. The Army will continue with Bell Helicopter/Textron Inc. as the prime contractor for the Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter.
President to host first joint commissioning ceremony for ROTC cadets and midshipmen at the White Hou
May 14, 2007
President George W. Bush will host a commissioning ceremony on Thursday, May 17, for 55 ROTC Cadets and Midshipmen from the Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force representing all U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and territories during a ceremony at the White House. Army ROTC Cadets comprise 23 of the 55 men and women selected to participate in this historic event. They will represent the more than 28,000 young Americans who have decided to make Army ROTC a part of their total college experience.
Army Units Announced for Afghanistan Rotation
May 9, 2007
The Department of the Army confirmed today, May 9, the Department of Defense announcement sending Soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) to Afghanistan as part of a normal rotation of forces. The "Screaming Eagles" will deploy in early 2008 to support Operation Enduring Freedom.
Remaining 2007 Active-duty Army Iraq Rotation Announced May 8
May 8, 2007
The Department of the Army confirmed today the Department of Defense announcement that 10 Army brigade combat teams will begin deploying in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in August 2007 as part of the next routine rotation of forces.
Future Combat Systems (FCS) Mobile Demonstration Trailer and Technologies Display
May 7, 2007
The Mobile Demonstration Trailer is a simulation-like device that involves modernized Army FCS vehicles. The trailer helps demonstrate the ArmyAca,!Eoes innovative new fighting strategy (or network-centric concept of operations) from the perspective of a Soldier inside an FCS mounted combat system. Developed by the ArmyAca,!a,,cs Lead Systems Integrator (LSI), the trailer houses three mock, motion-based operator stations. These stations allows visitors to experience a simulated operation from inside a modernized FCS vehicle. Indeed, vehicle operators can drive through a simulated battlefield mission, engage targets, control an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), and experience, firsthand, other operational benefits of improved situational awareness.
Army Reserve to Kick-Off Centennial Celebration
Apr 23, 2007
Chief, Army Reserve to Reenlist Soldiers at U-S Capitol Ceremony
Funding Needs Prompt Army Spending Constraints
Apr 16, 2007
The Army remains determined to do whatever necessary to execute its mission: defending the nation and prosecuting the war on terror while ensuring uninterrupted support to the Families of our deployed Soldiers. With the Fiscal Year 2007 emergency supplemental for funding operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, and requirements associated with the Global War on Terror, still under congressional review, the Army will slow spending and the Department of Defense will move funds from other accounts to the Army, Army officials announced April 16.
Mr. Geren Testifies before Senate April 12 on Veterans' Care
Apr 12, 2007
Acting Secretary of the Army Mr. Pete Geren testified April 12 before the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee on the disability rating system and transition of veteransAca,!a,,c medical care from the Department of Defense to the Department of Veteran Affairs. His testimony also addressed outpatient care for Soldiers at Army hospitals.
Top Army Civilian Provides Update on Army Medical Actions
Apr 10, 2007
Today, April 10, the ArmyAca,!a,,cs top civilian leader, Acting Secretary of the Army Pete Geren, provided a written update to members of Congress and the Department of Defense on the status of corrective actions taken at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and throughout the Army medical system.
General George Casey Discusses New Army Chief of Staff Role
Apr 10, 2007
The following are remarks by General George Casey upon assumption of his duties as the new Army Chief of Staff during the April 10, 2007, Change of Responsibility at Fort Myer, Va.:
Farewell Message from Army Chief of Staff Gen. Peter J. Schoomaker
Apr 9, 2007
Tomorrow we will stand on the parade field at Fort Myer and the mantle of Army Chief of Staff will pass to General George W. Casey. It has been a tremendous privilege and honor to serve alongside you, the Soldiers, Civilians, and family members, who make the Army the world's preeminent land force, the ultimate instrument of national resolve.
Four Army National Guard Brigade Combat Teams Notified for Iraq Rotations
Apr 9, 2007
The Department of the Army confirmed today the Department of Defense announcement alerting four Army National Guard Brigade Combat Teams for rotations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The first Brigade Combat Team would deploy in December 2007 and the remaining in 2008. These alerts are not associated with the current plus-up of forces and are a part of routine unit replacements.
"Walter Reed NOW" Newsletter
Apr 9, 2007
We are gaining momentum - progress can be seen in nearly every facet of healthcare here at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. With the valued assistance of the Army Staff providing support, coupled with congressional leaders and others examining overarching processes, itAca,!a,,cs clear to me, our nationAca,!a,,cs warriors in transition are going to benefit greatly from these sweeping improvements. We are dependent upon these dynamic groups to join with us and continue to unravel the complex issues that still face our servicemen and women. They have served us with greatness and honor Aca,!" let us honor them with great healthcare service.
Army Prepares for Next Rotations in Iraq
Apr 2, 2007
The Department of the Army confirmed today the Department of DefenseAca,!a,,cs announcement for the next rotation of one corps headquarters, two division headquarters and two brigade combat teams in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Additionally, the Department of Defense extended one unit in Iraq and added approximately 2,000 combat support Soldiers to maintain the momentum of operations.
Military Hospital Care Expands Under 2005 Base Realignment and Closure
Mar 30, 2007
The top U.S. Army civilian wants to promote public awareness of the increased hospital and outpatient care that will be made available to all service members and veterans under the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure, law which includes a state-of-the-art, joint National Medical Center in Bethesda, Md., a newly constructed community hospital at Fort Belvoir and closure of the hospital at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Army position: M4 Carbine is Soldier's battlefield weapon of choice
Mar 29, 2007
The M4 Carbine is the Army's primary individual combat rifle for Infantry, Ranger, and Special Operations forces. Since its introduction in 1991, the M4 carbine has proven its worth on the battlefield because it is accurate, easy to shoot and maintain. The M4's collapsible stock and shortened barrel make it ideal for Soldiers operating in vehicles or within the confines associated with urban terrain. The M4 has been improved numerous times and employs the most current technology available on any rifle/carbine in general use today.
Army Announces Human Intelligence Special Recruiting Program
Mar 28, 2007
The U.S. Army announced the implementation of the Human Intelligence (HUMINT) Non-Commissioned Officer Special Recruiting Program today to bring at least 100 experienced NCOs into the 97-Echo career field.
Army Acts on Inspector General Recommendations Involving Cpl. Tillman Death Investigation
Mar 26, 2007
Army officials announced specific actions March 26 that will be taken in response to the Department of Defense Inspector General's (DoD IG) review of the events following the death of Army Cpl. Patrick Tillman's, on April 22, 2004, in Afghanistan. The DoD IG report includes the detailed report of a battlefield death investigation conducted by U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command.
Army Awaiting Inspector General Report Involving Cpl. Tillman Death Investigation
Mar 23, 2007
The U.S. Army anticipates receiving the Department of Defense Inspector General investigation into the death of Cpl. Patrick Tillman soon. The Army requested an independent review by the Department of the Defense Inspector General June 2, 2005, into the circumstances surrounding his death in Afghanistan. It also is examining the Army's procedures following Cpl. Tillman's April 22, 2004, death. The Army plans to take appropriate actions after receiving the Inspector General's report. The Army has not yet officially received the report from the Department of Defense Inspector General.
Dr. Florabel Mullick Named Armed Forces Institute of Pathology Director
Mar 23, 2007
Florabel G. Mullick, MD, SES, has been named as the next director of the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (AFIP), becoming the 37th leader of the 145- year-old medical institution that was first founded as the Army Medical Museum
Army Recognizes Nisei Linguists with Capitol Hill Tribute
Mar 20, 2007
The Army is co-hosting a Capitol Hill tribute to the Nisei linguists of World War II as part of the public release of a new history on Japanese-Americans in the Military Intelligence Service. Sen. Daniel K. Akaka (D-Hawaii) is officiating the recognition ceremony March 20 at 4:00 p.m. in a special ceremony at the Russell Senate Office Building, Room 418. The U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs, the U.S. Army and the Japanese-American Veterans Association are co-sponsors.
Army Launches Wounded Soldier and Family Hotline: 1-800-984-8523
Mar 18, 2007
At the direction of the Acting Secretary of the Army and Chief of Staff, Army, the Army will open March 19 its newly created Wounded Soldier and Family Hotline. The purpose of the hotline's call center is twofold: to offer wounded and injured Soldiers and family members a way to seek help to resolve medical issues and to provide an information channel of Soldier medically related issues directly to senior Army leadership so they can improve how Army serves the medical needs of our Soldiers and their families.
$2,000 Army recruiting-referral bonus expanded to Army Civilians
Mar 16, 2007
Effective March 15, the Referral Bonus Program is expanded to include Department of the Army Civilians. This recruiting incentive currently pays Soldiers and Army retirees $2,000 for referring applicants who enlist in the Regular Component of the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard; complete basic training; and graduate advanced individual training.
Senior Army Leaders to Outline Army Posture before Congress
Mar 14, 2007
Army senior leaders will testify before Congress starting March 13 regarding the posture of the U.S. Army.
Army Inspector General Details Findings on Soldier Disability System
Mar 12, 2007
On 12 March, The U.S. Army Inspector General provided House and Senate Congressional committees a completed inspection report on the Army Physical Disability Evaluation System detailing findings of military medical and personnel policies, procedures and services for wounded and injured Soldiers.
Army Surgeon General Submits Retirement Request
Mar 12, 2007
On March 11 Lt. Gen. Kevin C. Kiley, Army Surgeon General and Commanding General of Army Medical Command, submitted his request to retire from the U.S. Army to Acting Secretary of the Army Pete Geren. Maj. Gen. Gale Pollock, current Deputy Surgeon General, immediately assumed the Surgeon General's duties.
Geren Assumes Duties as Acting Secretary of the Army
Mar 9, 2007
Mr. Pete Geren assumed his duties as Acting Secretary of the Army here today. The Secretary of Defense named Mr. Pete Geren as Acting Secretary of the Army March 2, 2007, following Secretary of the Army Dr. Francis J. Harvey's resignation.
Army Air Operations Continue in Support of Global War on Terrorism
Mar 9, 2007
The U.S. Army announced today that air operations continue without interruption supporting the commanders in both Iraq and Afghanistan to give Coalition Forces the tactical-air advantage in the Global War on Terrorism.
Army Names New Walter Reed Deputy Commanding General
Mar 8, 2007
Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Richard Cody and Walter Reed Army Medical Center Commanding General Maj. Gen. Eric Schoomaker announced March 8 that Brig. Gen. Michael S. Tucker will become the new deputy commanding general of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Army Names New Walter Reed Deputy Commanding General
Mar 8, 2007
Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Richard Cody and Walter Reed Army Medical Center Commanding General Maj. Gen. Eric Schoomaker announced March 8 that Brig. Gen. Michael S. Tucker will become the new deputy commanding general of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center.
Dr. Francis J. Harvey's Message to the Army
Mar 6, 2007
It has been my honor to serve the Soldiers, civilians and families of the United States Army and my Country as the 19th Secretary of the Army.
Army Names New Walter Reed Commanding General
Mar 2, 2007
The U.S. Army announced today, March 2, that Maj. Gen. Eric B. Schoomaker will become the commanding general of the North Atlantic Regional Medical Command and Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Schoomaker currently is the commanding general of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command at Fort Detrick, Md.
Army Relieves Walter Reed Commanding General
Mar 1, 2007
At 10 a.m. March 1 Army Maj. Gen. George W. Weightman, commanding general of the North Atlantic Regional Medical Command and Walter Reed Army Medical Center, was relieved of command by Secretary of the Army Dr. Francis J. Harvey. This action has been under consideration for the last several days, with the final decision being made yesterday.
Army joins Military Saves Week
Feb 28, 2007
The United States Army in coordination with the Defense Department is celebrating Military Saves Week from Feb. 25 through March 4. This is part of the DoD Financial Readiness campaign, and the purpose is to encourage Soldiers and their families to establish positive fiscal management habits through savings and financial planning.
Army Fields New Protective Neck Gear
Feb 28, 2007
The U.S. Army is fielding 430,000 new helmet pads, officially referred to as Nape Pads, designed to better protect Soldiers' neck areas from ballistic fragmentation. The Army will begin shipping the new protective pad immediately to Soldiers deploying in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.
Army Provides Details on Plus-up Force Training
Feb 27, 2007
The United States Army provided details today, Feb. 27, of the training preparations and readiness for the five Brigade Combat Teams (BCTs) and a division headquarters identified as part of the plus up of forces for Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Army is meeting a challenging deployment schedule with many of its active component units approaching one year or less of dwell time at home station before rotating back into either Iraq or Afghanistan. This compressed deployment cycle has decreased unit preparation time available to reach the required readiness standards prior to deployment.
Army Implements Soldier Outpatient Service and Support Improvement Plan
Feb 23, 2007
The Army is moving quickly to address issues recently covered in the press with regard to outpatient care at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Secretary of the Army Dr. Francis J. Harvey directed Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Richard Cody to develop and implement the action plan to address shortcomings at Walter Reed as well as Army-wide. The four focus areas of the action plan are: 1) Soldier accountability, health and welfare; 2) infrastructure; 3) medical administrative process; and 4) information dissemination. Gen. Cody has put a 30-day deadline on many of these actions.
Walter Reed Continues Quality Care, Concern for Recovering Wounded
Feb 22, 2007
The leadership and staff of Walter Reed Army Medical Center are working with outpatient Soldiers to continue year-long efforts to address concerns about medical services and their housing, especially in light of recent press reports about understandable frustrations with care among some Soldiers and their families.
Headquarters 3rd Infantry Division - "Rock of the Marne" - Goes to Iraq in March
Feb 16, 2007
The Defense Department announced Feb. 16 that the 3rd Infantry Division Headquarters, from Fort Stewart, Georgia, will deploy to Iraq beginning in March 2007. This headquarters previously was scheduled to deploy for Operation Iraqi Freedom in June 2007, as announced on November 17, 2006, but will now be accelerated by a little over three months. The unit leadership notified the Soldiers and their families prior to this announcement.
Army Secretary Swears In New Civilian Aides
Feb 15, 2007
Secretary of the Army Dr. Francis Harvey invested five civilian aides in a ceremony held today in the Pentagon. The newest Civilian Aides to the Secretary of the Army (CASAs) Linda Green, from Callawassie Island, S.C.; Donald McLeese, from Columbia, S.C.; Robert Echols, from Nashville, TN; James Cozine, from Boise, Idaho; and Joseph DeFrancisco, from Springfield, Va., were selected by Harvey to support the Army throughout their state and local communities.
Army Unit Slated for Afghanistan Duties this Spring
Feb 14, 2007
The Defense Department announced Feb. 14 the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, located in Italy, will deploy to Afghanistan this Spring. This Army brigade combat team previously was scheduled to deploy for Operation Iraqi Freedom, but will deploy instead to Afghanistan. The unit and U.S. Army Europe officials notified the Soldiers and their families earlier this week.
U.S. Army Land Expansion Waiver Approved for Fort Carson Maneuver Site
Feb 14, 2007
The U.S. Army announced today, that the Under Secretary of Defense (Acquisition, Technology & Logistics) has granted the requested waiver to the moratorium on major land acquisition. The Army intends to initiate efforts to potentially acquire up to 418,577 acres for the expansion of the Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site. This action allows the Army to evaluate the potential acquisition of additional acres to satisfy an identified military-training land shortfall at Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site As this process begins, the Army will actively seek public and agency comments and participation to ensure all interests are heard before any decision is made.
Army On Track for Plus-up Equipment, New Requirements
Feb 13, 2007
Recent media reports and a three-page summary from a classified Defense Department Inspector General report suggest the Army may have difficulty meeting its equipment requirements with regard to the recently announced troop increase in Iraq. These media reports are inaccurate and paint an incomplete picture. The U.S. Army's priority is sending only the best trained and equipped Soldiers into combat operations and that means providing the best force protection equipment for Soldiers. Even as we plus up troops in Operation Iraqi Freedom and beyond, force protection will not be shortchanged. Further, the Army will ensure all these Soldiers continue to have the best and most capable equipment in the world.
"Virtual Army Experience" Traveling Exhibit Offers Hands-on Test Drive of Soldiering in U.
Feb 13, 2007
The U.S. Army launched Feb. 12 the Virtual Army Experience, a high-tech, team-based experience designed to immerse visitors in the operational roles of Soldiers in the U.S. Army. This 10,000 square-foot interactive traveling exhibit brings the Army's exceptionally popular computer game, America's Army: Special Forces (Overmatch), to a life-size networked world to provide visitors with a virtual test drive of Soldiering. In the Virtual Army Experience, participants employ teamwork, leadership and high-tech equipment as they take part in a hands-on virtual mission to capture a terrorist leader. The Virtual Army Experience debuts this week at Speedweeks in Daytona. During 2007 the Army will deploy the Virtual Army Experience to 35 events around the nation. The Virtual Army Experience schedule is available at www.americasarmy.com and www.goarmy.com.
Army Soldier Earns Medal of Honor for Vietnam Valor
Feb 9, 2007
The White House announced today, Feb. 9, that President George W. Bush will present the Medal of Honor to Army veteran Bruce P. Crandall in recognition of his valor at Landing Zone X-Ray during the Battle of Ia Drang in Vietnam.
Army Announces Fiscal Years 2008 and 2009 Budgets
Feb 6, 2007
The U.S. Army announced Feb. 5 the details of its budget for Fiscal Years 2008 and 2009, which covers from Oct. 1, 2007, through Sept. 30, 2009. The FY08 budget request is $130 billion. The FY09 budget request is 140.7 billion. The FY08/09 budget is structured, first and foremost, to provide trained and equipped forces to the combatant commanders, balancing immediate war-fighting needs with the development of future enhancements. The Army will continue to focus on winning the Global War On Terrorism, accelerating transformation to a modular structure and sustaining the all-volunteer force.
Army Demos Future Combat Systems (FCS) in Live-Fire Soldier Exercise
Feb 2, 2007
The Army this week successfully completed the first Live-Fire Soldier exercise, Experiment 1.1, involving Future Combat Systems (FCS) technologies and equipment. The culmination of an eight-month demonstration that took place at both Fort Bliss, Texas, and Huntington Beach, Calif., the exercise is the first step in accelerating the delivery of key FCS capabilities to current-force Soldiers and part and parcel of the most comprehensive Army modernization effort in more than half a century.
U.S. Army recruits 200th partner for PaYS program
Jan 27, 2007
The Army enlisted Raytheon Jan. 30 as the Army's newest partner in its Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) program. Secretary of the Army Dr. Francis J. Harvey signed the formal partnership agreement with Keith Peden, Raytheon's senior vice president of Human Resources, in a special ceremony at the Pentagon.
National Guard Bureau Chief Confirmed for Additional Two Years
Jan 26, 2007
The National Guard Bureau Chief, Lt. Gen. H. Steven Blum, was notified Jan. 26 the United States Senate confirmed his nomination for a two-year extension in his current position. In December 2006, he was nominated for this extension by President Bush. Lt. Gen. Blum will have served as the chief for four years in April 2007.
Army Extends Unit in Afghanistan
Jan 25, 2007
The Army announced today the extension of the 3rd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, currently deployed to Afghanistan. The extension of up to 120-days affects approximately 3,200 deployed Soldiers and their families. These Soldiers will maintain the tactical momentum on the ground to deny the Taliban a base of operations.


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|Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion
The North American promotional poster for the film.
|劇場版BLEACH The DiamondDust Rebellion もう一つの氷輪丸
|Gekijōban Burīchi Za Daiyamondo Dasuto Reberion Mō Hitotsu no Hyōrinmaru
|Directed by
|Noriyuki Abe
|Written by
|Masahiro Ōkubo
Michiko Yokote
Tite Kubo (original manga)
|Masakazu Morita
Fumiko Orikasa
Romi Park
Akira Ishida
|Music by
|Shiro Sagisu
|Toshiyuki Fukushima
|Edited by
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Junichi Uematsu
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|Running time
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Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion (劇場版BLEACH The DiamondDust Rebellion もう一つの氷輪丸 Gekijōban Burīchi Za Daiyamondo Dasuto Reberion Mō Hitotsu no Hyōrinmaru?, Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion, Another Hyōrinmaru) is the second animated film adaptation of the anime and manga series Bleach. The film is directed by Noriyuki Abe and co-written by Michiko Yokote and Masahiro Ōkubo, and the theatrical release was on December 22, 2007. The theme music for the movie is "Rock of Light" (光のロック Hikari no Rokku?) by Sambomaster.[2] The DVD of the movie was released on September 6, 2008.[3]
To promote the film, the opening and closing credits of the Bleach anime from episode 151-154 use footage from the film. Tite Kubo also published a special manga chapter focusing on Hitsugaya's past to further promote the film. The English release of the DVD was on September 8, 2009,[4] and it was aired on Adult Swim on December 5, 2009.[5] The official European release of the film was on September 6, 2010.[6] Will be Re-released in the UK on Blu-ray on May 7, 2012. (Best Viewed AFTER Episode 167)
The 10th Division, led by Tōshirō Hitsugaya and Rangiku Matsumoto is sent to escort an artifact known as the "King's Seal" or "Oin", which is stolen during transport from the Soul Society by an unidentified and masked Soul Reaper and two mysterious Arrancar resembling girls who control fire and lightning. During the attack, Hitsugaya corners and seems to recognize the Soul Reaper, who wounds him and leaves. In the middle of battle, Hitsugaya abandons his post to pursue him and leaves his squad behind to fend for themselves. After the battle, Soul Society suspects Hitsugaya of treason and orders his immediate capture. The whole 10th Squad is then put under house arrest at which time they can surmise whether or not the division should be abolished.
With the whole of Soul Society looking for Hitsugaya, Ichigo as a soul reaper on patrol accidentally stumbles upon 2nd Division Captain Soi Fon while she is conducting an investigation of the transport site. Soi Fon informs him of the events happening in the Soul Society and dispels the kido surrounding them. As Soi Fon disappears, Uryu Ishida meets with Ichigo and Tōshirō makes his presence known and passes out in front of them. Awakening in the Kurosaki residence, Tōshirō abandons his Captain's Robe and replaces it with the thief's cloak, and when confronted by Ichigo about leaving, refuses to explain what's happening. In the midst of their discussion, Ichigo is attacked by the two previous arrancar before he can force the issue. Tōshirō escapes, and continues to avoid an attempt of capture by Izuru Kira and Shūhei Hisagi, and things only look worse when the deviated Soul Reaper thief, identified as Former Soul Reaper Sōjirō Kusaka, uses Hyōrinmaru, a zanpakutō with identical powers to Hitsugaya's, to injure 8th Division Captain Shunsui Kyōraku. The 6th Division is sent in to investigate this attack, with Byakuya Kuchiki confirming it to be done by Hyōrinmaru. Tōshirō's capture is then made top priority and his execution is approved.
Meanwhile, back in the human world, Rukia has caught up with Ichigo. The group, along with Ishida, Orihime Inoue and Yasutora Sado exchange information, and Rukia reveals rather surprising, in-depth knowledge of Hitsugaya's personality, as well as some rather accurate guesses as to what Hitsugaya plans to do next. During the talk, Ichigo realizes what might be troubling Hitsugaya and leaves to find him.
Through his wandering to avoid capture, Tōshirō eventually manages to track Sōjirō down, where it is revealed that the two managed to manifest the same zanpakutō. Because it is impossible for the same zanpakuto to be wielded in Soul Society, the two were forced to fight to the death by the Central 46 Chambers of Soul Society. Tōshirō did not wish to fight, but was left with no other option as Kusaka attacked, claiming that he was the only one worthy of Hyōrinmaru. In the fight, Kusaka is defeated by Tōshirō and the authorities concluded that Tōshirō was the true owner of Hyōrinmaru, with the Military Corps carrying out his execution. Cursing Soul Society and its authorities, Kusaka died and was reborn in Hueco Mundo, where he became a hollow and started his plans of revenge against the Soul Society. Once he learned of the King's Seal and its powers, which allows the user to freely manipulate time, space, and matter within a small space, he leapt at the opportunity to settle the score with both Hitsugaya and Soul Society.
Using the King's Seal, Sōjirō teleports Tōshirō and himself to Sōkyoku Hill in Soul Society, needing the power of Tōshirō's bankai to break the seal. There, they are confronted by Ikkaku Madarame, Renji Abarai and Yumichika Ayasegawa. As the whole of Soul Society's forces led by Captain-Commander Genryūsai Shigekuni Yamamoto appear on top of the hill. They attack Tōshirō and Kusaka but are thrown back when Ichigo and Rukia intervene, having just arrived in Soul Society. In front of everyone, Tōshirō refuses and Sōjirō breaks the seal himself, having gained enough strength to do so himself, after which he transforms into a giant dragon-like creature made of ice. Kenpachi Zaraki attacks and is defeated by the Dragon Kusaka, who then proceeds to mould Soul Society's landscape at will. However, because he lacks the control which Tōshirō possesses, the power goes berserk and threatens to destroy Soul Society. The Soul Reapers try to attack Kusaka all at once, but are repelled by the immense powers of the King's Seal.
Encountering Rangiku who had recovered his Captain's Robe from Renji given from Ichigo, he accepts it. Ichigo and Rukia meet up with them and are joined by Renji, Ikkaku and Yumichika. A hoard of hollows appears out of Kusaka's "castle" which he had generated out of the Kings' Seal, and Yoruichi Shihoin and Soi Fon appear to defeat them. The group then splits up into two, and they both scale the castle. Battling with various Hollows, Menos and Adjuchas, they each formulate a strategy to attack Kusaka who is at the centre of the castle. Ichigo uses his Visored form while Tōshirō activates Bankai and they both storm up to the central tower, managing to destroy Sōjirō's dragon-like bankai form. Returned to his regular form, Sōjirō and Tōshirō have one last clash. Kusaka is defeated and dies, asking an incomplete question and finally understanding that he really wasn't worthy of Hyōrinmaru. In the end, Tōshirō is cleared of all charges and the King's Seal is restored, allowing Tōshirō to finally put his past to rest.
The last scene ends with Tōshirō and Rangiku visiting Kusaka's grave, where Rangiku's lazy nature infers that the 10th Division is reformed.
Tite Kubo, author from the Bleach manga, authored a one-shot based on Hitsugaya's characters prior to the film's premier in order to promote it. He was also allowed to participate in the making of the movie, to design the character of Kusaka. However, Kubo could not add Kusaka to his one-shot due to the fact the original concept came from the manga.[7] In order to promote the second film of Bleach, the trailer had the line "Execute Hitsugaya!". Kubo admitted that it was his own idea to make everybody be surprised, but he and Masakazu Morita, the voice actor of Ichigo Kurosaki, received a lot of letters from worried fans, causing Kubo to apologize in response.[8]
New characters[edit]
- Sōjirō Kusaka
- Voiced by: Akira Ishida (Japanese), Keith Silverstein (English)
- The primary antagonist of the film. Sōjirō appears in the PSP video game Bleach: Heat the Soul 5, Bleach: Heat the Soul 6 and Bleach: Heat the Soul 7 as a playable character.
- Ying and Yang
- Ying Voiced by: Aya Hisakawa (Japanese), Kate Higgins (English)
- Yang Voiced by: Yukana (Japanese), Tara Platt (English)
- Two twin Arrancar girls who are the henchman of Sōjirō Kusaka. Ying has long blue hair in pig tails while Yang has short red hair.
English Cast[edit]
- Brian Beacock - Yumichika Ayasegawa
- J.B. Blanc - Sajin Komamura
- Stevie Bloch - Yachiru Kusajishi
- Johnny Yong Bosch - Ichigo Kurosaki
- Steve Cassling - Tetsuzaemon Iba
- Cam Clarke - Yasochika Iemura
- Cindy Robinson - Jinta Hanakiri, Kiyone Kotetsu
- Richard Epcar - Zangetsu
- Quinton Flynn - Kon
- Grant George - Izuru Kira
- Kyle Hebert - Soul Reaper
- Kate Higgins - Karin Kurosaki, Nanao Ise, Retsu Unohana, Ying
- Megan Hollingshead - Rangiku Matsumoto, Nemu Kurotsuchi
- Bob Johnson - Genryusai Shigekuni Yamamoto
- Janice Kawaye - Yuzu Kurosaki
- Steve Kramer - Shunsui Kyoraku
- Lex Lang - Marechiyo Omaeda
- Wendee Lee - Yoruichi Shihoin, Ururu Tsumugiya
- Michael Lindsay - Kisuke Urahara
- David Lodge - Kenpachi Zaraki
- Yuri Lowenthal - Soul Reaper
- Mona Marshall - Young Ichigo Kurosaki
- Vic Mignogna - Ikkaku Madarame
- Liam O'Brien - Jushiro Ukitake
- Tara Platt - Yang, Central 46 Member
- Jamieson Price - Yasutora "Chad" Sado
- Derek Stephen Prince - Uryu Ishida
- Michelle Ruff - Rukia Kuchiki
- Patrick Seitz - Isshin Kurosaki, Sentaro Kotsubaki
- Stephanie Sheh - Orihime Inoue, Isane Kotetsu
- Keith Silverstein - Sōjirō Kusaka
- Michael Sorich - Tessai Tsukabishi
- Spike Spencer - Hanataro Yamada
- Steve Staley - Toshiro Hitsugaya, Shuhei Hisagi
- Ellyn Stern - Masaki Kurosaki
- Terrence Stone - Mayuri Kurotsuchi
- Karen Strassman - Soi Fon
- Travis Willingham - Hyorinmaru
- Wally Wingert - Renji Abarai
- Dan Woren - Byakuya Kuchiki, Chojiro Sasakibe
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The film opened in 4th place at the Japanese box office,[9] and held a top ten location until its 5th week.[10]
The DVD release of the film was the first best selling anime DVD released that week, and is now released in many different languages.[11]
- ^ "Japan Yearly Box Office (2007)". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved 2010-04-18.
- ^ Weekly Shōnen Jump; Year 2007, Issue #49, page 15.
- ^ Weekly Shōnen Jump; Year 2008, Issue #28.
- ^ http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002BIULO4/animenewsnetw-20
- ^ http://www.adultswim.com/schedule/onair.html
- ^ http://hmv.com/hmvweb/displayProductDetails.do?ctx=12;5;68;-1;2&sku=312355
- ^ Kubo, Tite (2007). Bleach, Volume 32. Shueisha. p. 2. ISBN 978-4-08-874473-5.
- ^ Tite Kubo, Masakazu Morita (August 2007). Tite Kubo Interview, Bleach B-Station 112. Japan: Bleach B-Station.
- ^ "Japanese Box Office, December 22–23: Bleach Film at #4 (Updated)". Anime News Network. 2007-12-27. Retrieved 2008-11-03.
- ^ "Japanese Box Office, January 19–20". Anime News Network. 2008-01-23. Retrieved 2008-11-03.
- ^ "Japanese Animation DVD Ranking, September 3-9a". Anime News Network. 2008-09-12. Retrieved 2010-08-02.
External links[edit]
- Official website (Japanese)
- Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion (film) at Anime News Network's encyclopedia
- Bleach: The DiamondDust Rebellion at the Internet Movie Database


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GREELEY — Jeff Shields hit a 3-pointer with 1 second left in overtime as Berthoud's boys' basketball team opened the 2008-09 season with a 51-49 victory over host Greeley Central on Tuesday night.
The win marked the first time since Feb. 28, 2003 — a stretch of eight games — that the Spartans have beaten Greeley Central. It also matched Berthoud's win total from a season ago when the Spartans went 1-22.
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- CNN reports a shooting has been reported at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut Emergency services are on the scene. Below are the latest updates as they come to us:
[Updated at 11:27 a.m. ET] The Hartford Courant, citing police, said an unspecified number of people had been shot. The nature of their injuries was unclear, the newspaper said. But it cited police in saying one person had "numerous gunshot wounds."
[Updated at 11:19 a.m. ET] Affiliate WTNH says children are being taken to a nearby firehouse.
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I'm watching the coverage on CNN right now, how horrible. They are reporting that they found 2 handguns on the scene and that the shooter is dead. They aren't saying if the shooter was an adult or a child. They are interviewing a little girl right now who said they didn't know what was going on until they saw the police.
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Urstadt Biddle Properties Inc. (NYSE: UBA and UBP), a real estate investment trust, today announced its third quarter and nine months financial results for the period ended July 31, 2012.
Diluted Funds from Operations (FFO) for the quarter ended July 31, 2012 was $8,535,000 or $0.30 per Class A Common share and $0.27 per Common share, compared to $8,196,000 or $0.29 per Class A Common share and $0.27 per Common share in last year's third quarter. For the first nine months of fiscal 2012, diluted FFO amounted to $24,681,000 or $0.88 per Class A Common share and $0.80 per Common share compared to $26,607,000 or $0.95 per Class A Common share and $0.87 per Common share in the corresponding period of fiscal 2011.
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The board approved the contract by a 6 to 1 vote at a special meeting July 1, with board member Michael Turay opposed.
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Cunningham takes over for John Rodgers, one of four top administrators to leave the district at the end of this school year. Rodgers and Assistant Supt. of Student Affairs George Elrod retired, while Anthony Edison, the assistant superintendent for human resources, and business manager Robert Groos left for other positions.
Cunningham, 48, most recently served as assistant superintendent of human resources in McLean County Unit District 5 in downstate Normal. He was among 63 applicants in District 201U produced by a Rosemont-based search firm to which the district paid $20,000.
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Cunningham and his family will move into the district. One of his two sons will be a freshman at Crete-Monee High School this coming school year.
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