On July 27, Staff Sgt. Joe Pipas, 250th Signal Battalion, was
promoted by direct commission to 2nd Lt. Direct commission
requirements include: a commander's recommendation, a
college degree, and passing the primary leadership development course. The last time there was a direct commission in
the NJNG was 20 years ago. Pictured left to right are Maj. Gen.
Paul J. Glazar, The Adjutant General; 2nd Lt. Pipas, Yvette
Pipas, and Lt. Col. William Campbell, Commander, 250th
Signal Battalion.
Bring Us Your...
Chief Warrant Officer 3 John Laner (driver) and Staff Sgt.
Steve Vidam (directing) of the Organizational Maintenance
Shop 7, unload an M-16 Halftrack, circa 1950's, at the
Artillery Museum Annex, National Guard Militia Museum, in
Lawrenceville. Photo by Col. John Dwyer, PAO, NJDMAVA.
Economical Lodging In D.C.? Yes Such Things Still Exist
Looking for a place to stay in Washington, DC. but
the hotel rates are killing you. Then the U.S. Soldiers'
and Airmen's Home have a deal for you - $20 per night
per person for up to five nights.
The home is open to active duty, reservists, and retirees. Family members must be accompanied by a service member. Rooms are single twin-bed only - no frills. Bathrooms are shared or communal, and there are no cafeteria facilities available.
Visitors to the sprawling 320 acre site will live in a historical dwelling - a former convent. The home is in the heart of the District of Columbia at 3700 North Capitol St. NW, about 2.5 miles from the Capitol. Parking is free on the home™s grounds and mass transit is available outside the gate. For reservations call (202) 730-3044.