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IPPS-A is a program that integrates human resources and pay for all Army Soldiers. It provides online tools, talent management, and is essential to the Army's People Strategy. Learn about its features, fielding, issues, and references.
The first phase of DIMHRS was expected to roll out first to the U.S. Army in 2009 and bring all payroll and personnel functions for the Army into one integrated web-based system. The U.S. Air Force, United States Navy and the Marines were expected to roll out in that order after the Army had implemented it. On January 16, 2009, the Deputy ...
Learn about the different versions and criteria of the Overseas Service Ribbon, a military award for U.S. service members who perform tours outside the U.S. borders. The ribbon is issued in two grades, short and long, and has various designations for different branches and locations.
The United States Army issues two different types of diver badges, one for Army engineer divers and one for Army special operations divers. Army engineer diver badges are awarded in four degrees (second-class diver, salvage diver, first-class diver, and master diver) while Army special operations diver badges are awarded in two degrees (diver and diving supervisor).
The United States Army is the land service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces and the oldest branch of the military. It has its roots in the Continental Army, which fought for independence in the American Revolutionary War, and has participated in conflicts worldwide since then.
Dwell time is the time between deployments to war zones for service members. It is designed to reduce stress and improve readiness, and has been extended to 24 months for U.S. soldiers since 2011.
The U.S. Army Master Gunner Identification Badge (MGIB) is a badge that recognizes soldiers who complete one of eight master gunner courses. The badge design features a laurel wreath, a sabre, a musket, and a cannon to represent different branches of gunnery.
The Army Recruiting Ribbon is a military award of the United States Army for successful referrals that result in enlistment. It was established in 2023 as part of the Soldier Referral Program and is worth 10 promotion points.