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No. 076-10 August 23, 2010
Commandant of the Marine Corps to Brief Live at the Pentagon

            Gen. James T. Conway, commandant of the Marine Corps, will brief the media live at 9 a.m. EDT, Aug. 24, in the DoD Briefing Room, Pentagon 2E973.  Conway will provide his observations on Afghanistan from his recent visit with the troops.

            Journalists without a Pentagon building pass will be picked up at the River Entrance only.  Plan to arrive no later than 45 minutes prior to the event; have proof of affiliation and two forms of photo identification.  Please call 703-697-5131 for escort into the building.