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No. 007-97 January 14, 1997
Secretary Perry To Address Precision Strike Association, Jan. 15, 1997

Secretary of Defense William J. Perry will address the Precision Strike Association following the receipt of the organization's first annual William J. Perry Award at 12:30 p.m. (EST). Wednesday, Jan. 15, 1997, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Arlington, Va.

The award was established to recognize public or private sector leadership or technical achievement that results in significant contributions to the development, introduction or support of precision strike systems. This year's honor recognizes the more than 30 years of support Dr. Perry has given to this field.

The event is open to the media. Point of contact is Leslie Mueller, 703-204-9107.

An attempt will be made to air the audio portion live in the Pentagon on Cable Channel 13.