Dempsey Arrives in Kabul for Meetings With Leaders
DOD photo by D. Myles Cullen
U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, arrived in Kabul, Afghanistan, Feb. 9, 2012, to meet with senior military leaders and service members as he seeks updated first-hand information on the current situation on the ground there. The first day included a flight over the region.
Defense Department Expands Career Paths for Women
DOD photo by Glenn Fawcett
Military women, particularly soldiers, will see more than 14,000 new job or assignment opportunities because of Defense Department personnel policy changes. Pentagon Press Secretary George Little discussed the results of the Defense Department’s Women in Service Review during a briefing at the Pentagon, Feb. 9, 2012.
Scaparrotti: Coalition Forces Have Momentum to Succeed
DOD photo by Glenn Fawcett
Afghan national security forces and the International Security Assistance Force have the right plan, the momentum and the will to succeed in the country, said Army Lt. Gen. Curtis M. Scaparrotti, the commander of ISAF Joint Command, told reporters during a Pentagon press briefing, Feb. 8, 2012.
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. Marines, Afghan Forces Patrol in Helmand Province
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Reece Lodder
A U.S. Marine cleared an alley during a security patrol in the Garmsir district in Afghanistan's Helmand province, Feb. 6, 2012. Marines assigned to Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment and Afghan soldiers partnered to conduct census operations, and search houses for illegal drugs and evidence of insurgent activity.