Ombra on LinkedIn: After 80 years, World War II sailor honored at Arlington National Cemetery (2024)

The European Defence Fund (EDF) has announced funding for 54 new programs, totaling €1.03 Billion. This new program haul takes total EDF funds in research and development to almost €3 Billion. Included in the announcement were programs for counter-UAS capabilities, future battle tanks, and even laser-based energy weapons. For more information, read the article below. #EDF #Europe #Defense #Research #Development #Military #Industry

On this day in 1944, during World War 2, Allied forces stormed Normandy's coast in what would become one of the most well-known amphibious assaults in history. Operation Overlord was greenlit by Supreme Allied Commander General Dwight Eisenhower on this day, and by day's end, 155,000 Allied troops, primarily comprised of American, British, and Canadians, successfully pushed into France's coast. #WW2 #History #Thisdayinhistory #Militaryhistory #Military #Defense

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South Korea is quickly becoming a major force in shipbuilding. The United States is quickly losing its edge over China within its current shipbuilding capabilities, and its partners are helping to fill the gap. Read the article below to learn how South Korea's partnerships in South America are benefitting its defense industry. #SK #SouthKorea #Asia #Navy #SouthAmerica #Peru #ShipBuilding

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On this day in 1967, the Six-Day War between Israel and a coalition of Arab states. In response to a buildup of Arab forces along its borders, Israel launched a preemptive attack, primarily against Egypt. After six days of fighting, Israel occupied the Gaza Strip, Sinai Peninsula, Golan Heights, and the West Bank and Arab sector of Jerusalem. Peace talks would eventually prevail but would take decades to do so. Israel gradually ceded the territories back to the respective Arab countries as well. #Israel #Egypt #Palestine #Thisdayinhistory #History #Militaryhistory

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An exercise between American, Filipino, Australian, and French troops recently concluded in the Philippines. The annual Balikatan exercise, which means "shoulder-to-shoulder" in the Philippines' Tagalog language, encompassed two weeks of combined training and drills to ensure continued compatibility between countries in light of China's continued expansion in the region. #Marines #Navy #Balikatan #Military #Defense

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On this day in 1989, Chinese troops cracked down on pro-democracy protestors marching in Tiananmen Square. Killing and arresting protestors, primarily young students, the event shocked the world and resulted in heavy sanctions and denunciations from the West. #China #Protest #Thisdayinhistory #History

Happy 2nd Anniversary at Ombra to Caroline Daley!Caroline is an Engineering Intern with Ombra, and does excellent work. She is also an engineering student at the University of South Florida. We are lucky to have you, Caroline!#Ombra #USF #Engineering #Internship

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Welcome back to the Ombra Monthly Newsletter! This past month has been dynamic and eventful for us at Ombra. From major industry engagements to noteworthy employee achievements, strategic partnerships, and meaningful community interactions, we've been on a thrilling journey of innovation and growth!Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey! Stay connected with Ombra for more updates, insights, and stories shaping the future of defense technology. #OmbraMonthlyNewsletter #InnovationUpdates #PartnershipSpotlight #SOFWEEK #ModernDayMarine #NetworkingSuccess #VeteranTalent #DefenseTechnology #InnovationJourney #DefenseInnovation

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