Naval Education and Training Command: Warrior Toughness

Every U.S. Navy Sailor, enlisted or officer, could face life-threatening situations from combat or casualty. Each and every one needs to have the ability to persevere and perform under both immediate danger and long-term stress, both on the job and at home.

Warrior Toughness (WT) is a holistic human performance skillset that enhances the toughness of our Sailors with a focus on the pursuit of peak performance. The system emphasizes coequal development of toughness in the mind, body, and soul. WT combines performance psychology skills with character development, and teaches the Warrior Mindset, whose concepts were initially developed by members of the Naval Special Warfare community.

Designed to increase the Navy’s warfighting capabilities, WT is an enabler of the Culture of Excellence as part of the first line of effort – Developing a Lethal Warfighting Force. In place at Recruit Training Command since October 2018, the curriculum is now incorporated across all Navy accessions at Officer Training Command Newport, the United States Naval Academy and the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps. WT will improve the performance of Sailors under stress and throughout their everyday lives, building lethal warfighters ready for the next mission.

Video by Master Sgt. Amber Monio

Delaware National Guard celebrates homecoming

National Guard Bureau

Jan. 17, 2024 | 0:59

The Delaware National Guard recently celebrated the return of seven soldiers from a 10-month deployment in Southwest Asia. Maj. Gen. Michael Berry, the adjutant general for the state, commended the adaptability of the C-12 aircraft and its aircrews, noting their ability to carry out missions for both Operations Spartan Shield and Inherent Resolve in a single deployment. Berry emphasized the aircraft's uniqueness and the professionalism of the pilots and NCOs, considering them as a valuable force multiplier for ground forces' safety. Delaware Governor John Carney, present to welcome the service members, expressed deep admiration for the dedication and sacrifice of the Delaware Army and Air National Guard. Carney acknowledged the historic demand on the Guard, stating that there hasn't been a time in history where they've been called on to do more. The Delaware Guard aviators strategically returned during the 2023 holiday season, allowing them to spend quality time with friends and family after fulfilling essential roles in supporting critical operations. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Marvin Smith, edited by Air Force Master Sgt. Amber Monio)