ASC HISTORY NEWSLETTER

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This month, we revisit the history of our Army Field Support Brigades; starting with the 401st AFSB in Kuwait. Also, we examine some of the spooky history... read more

This month, we revisit the history of our Army Field Support Brigades; starting with the 401st AFSB in Kuwait. Also, we examine some of the spooky history of Quarters One at Rock Island Arsenal, and why so many people are constantly wondering about the "ghosts" of the officer's quarters.  less

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"E" is for excellence. This month we take a look at the Rock Island Arsenal and its impact on the World War II effort. The extensive labor put in by the... read more

"E" is for excellence. This month we take a look at the Rock Island Arsenal and its impact on the World War II effort. The extensive labor put in by the Arsenal workforce gathered enough praise that they won several Army-Navy E Awards. Also this month, a reflection on building 390, the headquarters of Army Sustainment Command.  less

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Often less talked about when discussing the Allied Invasion of Europe during World War II, is the landings in Southern France during 1944. Operation... read more

Often less talked about when discussing the Allied Invasion of Europe during World War II, is the landings in Southern France during 1944. Operation Dragoon takes the highlights of this months newsletter. Plus, a look at what was going on in the Pacific Theater around the same time with the liberation of Guam.  less

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This month is all about bridges, specifically the bridges that connected the Rock Island Arsenal to the mainland on both sides. The fourth and current... read more

This month is all about bridges, specifically the bridges that connected the Rock Island Arsenal to the mainland on both sides. The fourth and current Government Bridge that was constructed in 1896 and remains in structurally viable condition. The first bridge spanned the river in 1856 in a different location. The ASC History Office, supported by the Rock Island Arsenal Fire Department, sought out the piers to this historic bridge in Sylvan Slough. Those findings in this month's publication of the ASC History Newsletter.  less

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Primary Topic: The Normandy Invasion Secondary Topic: Brevetted Brigadier General Thomas J. Rodman

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Primary Topic: The Allied Liberation of Rome Secondary Topic: Rosie the Riveter at Rock Island Arsenal