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The Journal of Culture, Language and International Security - Dec 2014

The Journal of Culture, Language and International Security is a publication of the Institute for the Study of Culture and Language. ISCL strives to promote the theory, doctrine, and practices…

25 Cultural Faux Pas You Don't Want to Commit While Traveling

Check out this video about 25 cultural faux-pas you don't want to commit while traveling.

Face of Defense: Marines & Japanese Students Share Culture

U.S. Marines participating in exercise Forest Light 15-1 visited with high school students here Dec. 5.

Cultural Readiness and Combatting Human Trafficking

What is the Department of Defense doing to help combat human trafficking, and what does it have to do with being Culture Ready?

Thanksgiving as a Bridge Between Cultures

The holiday of Thanksgiving actually has its roots in a cross cultural event.  The event that many Americans often refer to as the "First Thanksgiving" was celebrated by the Pilgrims after their…

All About Bolivia - in 5 Minutes

What do you know about Bolivia?  Here are a few key facts and a link to TRADOC's smart card which you can print to take with you.

Can Video Games Help to Prevent Culture Shock in War?

Alelo is looking at ways to use gaming technologies to prepare military members for other cultures and actually prevent culture shock.

What is the Army Culture Center?

The Army Training and Doctrine Command Culture Center (TCC) provides relevant and accredited cultural competency training and education to Army Soldiers and DA Civilians in order to build and sustain…

Cultural Immersions

The Department of Defense provides immersive programs to ensure military forces and civilian employees are ready to work within and alongside other cultures.  

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