Military Feature: Sgt. Anthony Ayala’s Story as a Martial Arts Instructor

During Exercise KAMANDAG in Palawan, Philippines, Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Command Element had the opportunity to improve their martial arts skills and belt up in the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program while deployed. For one Marine, it was his passion for teaching that drove him to mentor Marines in MCMAP on his off hours, in addition to supporting the11th MEU’s mission on deployment.

Military Feature: Army Sgt On His Continued Journey of Learning

Between ruck marches, weapons qualifications, and fitness tests, U.S. Army Sgt. Javier Hernandez was not only learning about what it was like to be an infantryman with the 1st Battalion, 175th Infantry Regiment, he was getting an education from his fellow Soldiers.

US, Philippines Strengthen Military Ties

In a move that is sure to bolster the United States foreign policy in the region, the Pentagon has announced it will be sending more troops and equipment to the Philippines.