Army Times' sources explain why they chose to speak out about elevated suicide rates among tankers and other members of armor brigades. Army Times built its own database of military death records to investigate suicide in armor units. An Army Times data analysis found that armor brigades and tankers experienced higher suicide rates than the rest of the Army. The Army is seeking approval for its short-range air defense requirements, which will solidify a program of record for the rapidly developed capability. To save time and ditch unneeded gear, the Army recently began a pilot program to expedite removing excess equipment from unit inventories. The new helmet gives added protection at the same weight of the current helmet. The new radio ruck is expected to field in early 2025. The Army will select brigades to experiment with networks, cyber, electromagnetic warfare, small drones and loitering munitions while deployed. The service needs 250 infantry or armor officers to switch to adjutant general, finance or signal corps. Added firepower, better troop protection and robotic escorts add punch to ground combat. Load More