Army celebrates 235 years of 'liberating millions'
The Army celebrated its 235th birthday Monday in the center courtyard of the Pentagon, with a cake-cutting and re-enlistment ceremony. army.mil |
Family Matters Blog: Leaders Discuss Military Kids' Needs
In this blog, guest blogger Heather Forsgren Weaver writes about Dr. Jill Biden and top military leaders remarks and messages to the Military Child Education Coalition's 12 annual conference. defense.gov |
Gates Sees 'Positive Direction' in Afghanistan
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said he is encouraged by what he saw during a visit with troops serving in Afghanistan, especially the partnership between the forces. defense.gov |
Veterinary leaders push Agriculture Ministry primacy
Key leaders of the U.S. veterinary effort in Afghanistan met one-on-one in Kabul with U.S. Army Maj. Loren Adams of New Liberty, Iowa, the veterinary officer for the Iowa National Guard's 734th Agribusiness Development Team Oct. 12. army.mil |
Agency Director Offers U.S. Missile Defense Outline
The layered missile defense approach President Barack Obama approved last year increases protection against medium- and intermediate-range ballistic missiles traveling as far as 3,400 miles above the earth's atmosphere. defense.gov |