White House to Honor Iraq War Veterans
DOD graphic by Souheil Mechlawi
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will honor Iraq War veterans and their families during a dinner at the White House later this month, White House officials announced, Feb. 7, 2012.
Dempsey Details Strategic Direction to the Joint Force
DOD graphic by Paul Sherman
In his latest blog, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey explains how the just-released Strategic Direction to the Joint Force outlines how the U.S. military will transition to a more efficient fighting force to confront present and future threats.
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.
U.S. Soldiers, Afghan Police Patrol Western Kandahar
U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Seth Barham
U.S. soldiers and Afghan police conducted a joint clearance operation in western Kandahar, Afghanistan, Feb. 1, 2012. The clearance operation yielded three mortar rounds, seven rocket-propelled grenades and an anti-personnel mine.