Commentary: Airman Touched by Memorial Service in Iraq
Air Force Master Sgt. Darrell Habisch describes a memorial service in he attended in Iraq for a Louisiana Army National Guard member killed by an improvised explosive device. defense.gov |
Obama: Veterans With Post-traumatic Stress Deserve Best Care
The Veterans Affairs Department will begin making it easier for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder to obtain the benefits and treatment they need, President Barack Obama said in his weekly message, calling veteran care the nation's "solemn responsibility." defense.gov |
Last Full Combat Brigade Leaves Iraq in Convoy
Soldiers assigned to the last full U.S. combat brigade in Iraq said their final goodbyes before entering Kuwait and ending their deployment. defense.gov |
Face of Defense: Soldier Brings Joy to Young Iraqis
A U.S. soldier deployed in Baghdad teamed with his father to deliver free soccer equipment to appreciative Iraqi children. defense.gov |
Petraeus Discusses Future of Afghan Detainees
U.S. Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan, visited the Parwan province detention facility and discussed his vision to help return detainees willing to denounce violence back to their communities. defense.gov |