An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates shakes hands with Gen. Peter J. Schoomaker after presenting him with the Defense Distinguished Service medal while his wife Cindy Schoomaker watches during the U.S. Army Chief of Staff change of responsibility ceremony at Fort Myer, Va., on April 10, 2007. Schoomaker was succeeded by Gen. George W. Casey who became the 36th Chief of Staff of the Army.

Secretary Gates shakes hands with Gen. Peter J. Schoomaker.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates shakes hands with Gen. Peter J. Schoomaker after presenting him with the Defense Distinguished Service medal while his wife Cindy Schoomaker watches during the U.S. Army Chief of Staff change of responsibility ceremony at Fort Myer, Va., on April 10, 2007. Schoomaker was succeeded by Gen. George W. Casey who became the 36th Chief of Staff of the Army.

Photo Gallery