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U.S. Army North highlights new concept to protect critical infrastructure
September 24, 2024 — Whether flipping a light switch or tuning into their favorite show, many Americans seldom consider the efforts required to secure the electric grid; they simply expect it to function. Cybersecurity and law enforcement experts gathered in Dallas Sept. 17-19 for a Texas Energy Security Working Group to address this important issue, focusing on measures needed to protect our nation's critical infrastructure and keep the grid running seamlessly... MORE

Colonel Brian Bettis, Force Protection director at U.S. Army North speaks to interagency and law enforcement professionals at the Texas Energy Security Working Group Sept.18, 2024 in Dallas.

U.S. Army North hosts homeland defense conference, addresses current and future challenges
January 17, 2024 — Leaders from across the Department of Defense, federal agencies and research communities gathered for a homeland defense symposium hosted by U.S. Army North from Dec. 12-14, 2023, in San Antonio to discuss the future of defense operations in the continental U.S... MORE

U.S. Army North celebrates U.S. Army’s 247th birthday, inducts new ‘Distinguished Quartermasters’
June 15, 2022 — U.S. Army North celebrated the U.S. Army’s 247th birthday in a June 14 ceremony, which included the induction of new Distinguished Quartermasters and the traditional cutting of the birthday cake at the historic Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. John R. Evans, commanding general of Army North, Command Sgt. Maj. Phil K. Barretto, senior enlisted advisor of Army North, and others cut the birthday cake during the Army’s 247th birthday celebration, held at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, June 14, 2022. The Army’s annual birthday celebration highlights total force history and tradition, and commemorates the continuous commitment to defending America 24/7. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Andrea Kent)