Panetta Urges Nations to Invest in Common Defense
DOD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley
U.S. Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta called for European nations to match the United States’ vote of confidence in the transatlantic partnership as he and U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke at the 48th Munich Security Conference in Munich, Feb. 4, 2012. Panetta emphasized investment in a common defense and commitment to a long-term solution in Afghanistan.
Obama Announces New Hiring Program for Vets
DOD photo by U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr.
President Barack Obama continued his commitment to improving employment among veterans by introducing an initiative to hire them as the country’s first responders during an event at Fire Station #5 in Arlington, Va., Feb. 3, 2012. Obama chose the station because its firefighters were among the first to respond to the Pentagon during the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.
Deparment Honors African-American History, Service
DOD graphic by Paul Sherman
During African-American History Month, the Defense Department takes time to honor the rich legacy of African Americans in military service. This AFPS special report highlights their contributions in defense and support of the United States.
DOD Launches Military Family Support Special Report
DOD graphic by Souheil Mechlawi
A new whole-of-government approach is designed to bring the federal government’s vast reach to help strengthen millions of service members and their families. This ongoing AFPS special report provides regular updates on the efforts to help improve the lives of military families.
Panetta: Chiarelli Inspires All With Patriotism, Courage
DOD photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo
Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, were among hundreds who gathered Jan. 31, 2012, to celebrate the career of Army Gen. Peter W. Chiarelli, Army vice chief of staff. Chiarelli is retiring after 40 years of service.
U.S. Marines Patrol with Afghan Border Police
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Reece Lodder
A U.S. Marine hands candy to Afghan children during a security patrol with Afghan Border Police in Helmand province, Afghanistan, Jan. 30, 2012. In the southern Garmsir district, an area with a history of tribal conflict, the growing Afghan force has deepened its roots and established governance through Marine mentors.