The first group of Harding Fellows pose for a picture following an Association of the United States Army writing workshop in Arlington, Va., Jan. 28, 2025. The first group of Harding Fellows pose for a picture following an Association of the United States Army writing workshop in Arlington, Va., Jan. 28, 2025.
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Reality Check: Haptics improvements to Army simulation training makes virtual environments feel more realistic

By Cheryl Marino

The U.S. Army's Synthetic Training Environment integrates haptic technology with virtual and augmented reality to create realistic combat simulations. Haptic devices provide tactile feedback for weapon recoil, impacts, and environmental effects, enhancing training immersion while reducing costs and risks. These systems bridge virtual training with real-world sensations for better soldier preparation.

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Pacific Prowess: Adapting Military Police Capabilities for the Indo-Pacific

By Major Ryan C. Timmons, Captain Andrew P. Spikes Jr., and First Lieutenant Alan T. Paiz

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Advancing Climate Literacy: From workforce education to continuous improvement to innovation, these best practices underscore the Army's commitment to reducing environmental impacts.

By Ashley M. Kestner

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U.S. Army Engineers: 250 Years of Building Strong

By U.S. Army Engineer School Senior Leaders

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The Army’s professional journals are uniquely important. Through open access, the journals inform the Army, share lessons laterally, provide an outlet for thoughtful dissent, allow us to learn from our past, and make us better communicators. At the institutional level, the Army is modernizing the journals through improved accessibility, incorporation into education programs, and an emphasis on embracing the digital age. But these changes are not enough. Leaders must also underwrite reasonable risk for their subordinates who take up the pen and encourage professional writing that improves our Army, even if they have dissenting opinions.
Lt. Col. Zachary Griffiths, U.S. Army
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Knowing and Avoiding Professional Responsibility Slips, Trips, and Falls

An overview of frequent professional responsibility pitfalls facing JAG Corps attorneys and paralegals, highlighting misconduct, failure to report, and the “Four C’s”, competency, communication, confidentiality, and conflicts while emphasizing supervision, ethical obligations, and proactive use of the legal technical chain.

By Colonel (Retired) Thomas Schiffer and Mr. William (Rick) Martin

Army Lawyer

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Move Further, Mask Emissions, Make Explosions

The article emphasizes the need for light infantry to adapt through mindset and cultural shifts, focusing on moving further, masking emissions, and making explosions to enhance lethality in future warfare.

By LTC D. Max Ferguson

Infantry

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The Quartermaster Corps at 250: Still Supporting Victory

This article traces the 250-year evolution of the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps from its founding in 1775 through modern operations. It chronicles key developments including Civil War expansion, World War transformations, Cold War adaptations, and contemporary multifunctional logistics integration, highlighting the Corps' enduring mission of sustaining military operations and supporting victory.

By Tim Gilhool

Army Sustainment

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14 June 1775: 250th Anniversary of the Infantry and the U.S. Army

The article commemorates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army Infantry, tracing its origins to the formation of the Corps of Riflemen on June 14, 1775, by the Continental Congress.

By DR. David S. Stieghan

Infantry