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Articles from 1/2009
Health System Site Helps Troops, Spouses Pursue Medical Careers
January 30, 2009 - A major health care provider in the suburbs here is teaming up with the Defense Department to help military members and spouses pursue medical careers.
Entertainers Join Elmo to Help Military Families Cope With Changes
January 30, 2009 - Sesame Workshop will air a PBS special April 1 aimed at helping military families cope with changes.
Navy Task Force, Along with Partner Nations Help Ward off Pirate Attacks
January 30, 2009 - The presence of partner nations and the newly formed task force to reduce the number of pirate attacks in the Gulf of Aden seem to be working, the commander of Combined Task Force 151 said.
Army-issued Body Armor Plates are Deemed Safe & Effective, Official Says
January 30, 2009 - Soldiers should have full confidence in the quality of a particular series of Army-issued body armor plates that has come under recent scrutiny, Army officials said.
Alaska Army Guardsman is One Step Closer to Competing in the Iditarod
January 30, 2009 - In line with National Guard recruiting and retention efforts, the National Guard Bureau is sponsoring Staff Sgt. Harry Alexie to race in the 2009 Iditarod, to be held in March.
Face of Defense: Country Music Star Earned Stripes in Iraq, Afghanistan
January 29, 2009 - Stephen Cochran was a normal 19-year-old with a dream of making music his life when the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks led him down an unplanned path to the Marine Corps.
Army Works to Combat Rising Suicide Rates
January 29, 2009 - The Army is committed to finding out why more soldiers committed suicide in 2008 than ever recorded, Army officials told reporters during a media roundtable today at the Pentagon.
President Obama thanks Troops, Pledges Support
January 29, 2009 - President Barack Obama thanked U.S. troops and pledged to provide the resources they need to accomplish their missions Jan. 28 in his first visit to the Pentagon as commander in chief.
Official Thanks Military Blood Donors
January 29, 2009 - As Armed Services Blood Program officials join with the rest of the nation in observing National Blood Donor Month, the program's director expressed gratitude for the more than 165,000 donations.
NFL, Military Continue Super Bowl Traditions
January 29, 2009 - From fighter jet flyovers to military performances at halftime shows, the National Football League and U.S. military have shared more than 40 years of Super Bowl history.
'Scholarships for Military Children' Application Deadline Nears
January 29, 2009 - For military parents who have children about to enter college or already attending, the opportunity to apply for a $1,500 scholarship through the Defense Commissary Agency's Scholarships for Military Children Program is ending Feb. 18.
Tricare Grants Extension for Overseas Claims Filing
January 29, 2009 - Tricare Management Activity officials have extended the "timely filing waiver" for dates of service before Dec. 31, 2007, to allow providers, beneficiaries and others living overseas additional time to submit overdue claims for reimbursement.
Southern Partnership Station Refurbishes School in Colombia
January 29, 2009 - Sailors from Southern Partnership Station (SPS) and members of Colombia's National Navy and Marines spent today scraping and painting a 17-year-old school house in the La Boquilla area of Cartagena to prepare it for classes beginning Monday.
Airman Sheds 115 Pounds to Work on F-22s in Alaska
January 28, 2009 - Eleven months ago, Derrick Bell took the first step in a journey that would change his life in more ways than one.
10th Mountain Division Leads New Afghanistan Deployments
January 28, 2009 - As part of the shift in the U.S. focus in the war on terror, Soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division's, 3rd Brigade Combat Team are taking up positions in eastern Afghanistan that until now have had little coalition presence.
Navy Honors Civilian Journalist for Saving Marine’s Life
January 28, 2009 - A civilian journalist received a top Navy honor in Iraq on Jan. 24 for his heroism in saving a Marine’s life while in Afghanistan.
Army Command Expands Role in Promoting Stability, Security in Africa
January 28, 2009 - The U.S. Army Southern European Task Force officially has assumed its new role as the Army component for U.S. Africa Command.
Face of Defense: Vietnam Veteran, Former Steeler Shares Lessons With Guard
January 28, 2009 - A Vietnam War veteran who overcame great odds to become a successful National Football League player shared his message of strength, attitude and optimism during the North Dakota National Guard's 2009 Safety Conference here Jan. 24.
Obama Thanks Troops, Pledges Support Following Meeting With Joint Chiefs
January 28, 2009 - In his first visit to the Pentagon as commander in chief, President Barack Obama today thanked U.S. troops and pledged to provide the resources they need to accomplish their missions.
Airman's road to Success Began with Weight-Loss Journey
January 27, 2009 - "I would get out of breath just walking up the stairs from my room to the living room. That's when I knew I needed a change."
Navy Ship Assists Effort to Deter Pirates
January 27, 2009 - As part of Combined Task Force 151, the crew of guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan is coordinating efforts of more than a dozen nations operating in the Gulf of Aden, Red Sea, Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea.
Army First Sergeants Share View From the 'Top'
January 27, 2009 - An Army first sergeant’s role is not unlike that of a performer attempting to keep several plates spinning atop poles. When he forgets to tend to one of the plates, all of them begin to crash down.
Military Ready to Send More Troops to Afghanistan, Gates Says
January 27, 2009 - Afghanistan poses the greatest military challenge to the United States today, and President Barack Obama has made that country a top priority for the Defense Department.
Gates Cites High Demand for Guard’s Domestic Mission
January 27, 2009 - The National Guard must be able to meet its domestic responsibilities in addition to its operational missions, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told the Senate Armed Services Committee today.
Army Adding Legal Experts to Combat Sexual Assault, Harassment
January 27, 2009 - Army Secretary Pete Geren has approved adding legal personnel to help combat sexual assault among soldiers, which he deemed "repugnant to the core values" of the Army.
Procurement Reform Must be Government Priority, Gates Tells Senate
January 27, 2009 - One of the main challenges facing the Defense Department is how the department acquires goods and services and manages the taxpayers’ money, Secretary Robert M. Gates told the Senate Armed Services Committee today.
Defense Department Establishes Civilian Expeditionary Workforce
January 27, 2009 - The Defense Department is forming a civilian expeditionary workforce that will be trained and equipped to deploy overseas in support of military missions worldwide, according to department officials.
Cooperation is Key to Regional Stability, Mullen Says
January 27, 2009 - The most challenging security threat troubling the United States lies in Afghanistan and Pakistan, and it will take cooperation from throughout the region and support from much of the world to reach success.
Face of Defense: Louisiana Guard Member Finds Fulfillment Later in Life
January 26, 2009 - At 38 years old and with a 15-year-old daughter, Angela Fry took on the challenge of basic training and the possibility of deployment. She already had a degree, so it wasn't for college. She had a job, so it wasn't for the money.
Mobile Unit Treats Remote Soldiers’ Dental Woes
January 26, 2009 - A pulsing cavity, throbbing with pain, can cause most people to experience an overwhelming feeling of frustration and irritation.
U.S. Soldiers Bridge Access for Remote Afghans
January 26, 2009 - U.S. soldiers are building roads to remote areas in eastern Afghanistan’s Nangarhar province that are opening doors to a better way of life for local Afghans.
Program Improves Patient Safety through Enhanced Teamwork, Communication
January 26, 2009 - A Defense Department program is transforming military health care during deployment by enhancing communication and teamwork skills among health care professionals, a master trainer in the program said.
Green Bay Comes to Life in Long Beach
January 26, 2009 - Sailors assigned to USS Green Bay (LPD 20) brought their ship to life during a commissioning ceremony Jan. 24 at the port of Long Beach, Calif.
Continuation Board Allows Navy to Retain Top Performers
January 26, 2009 - The Chief of Naval Personnel (CNP) announced the establishment of senior enlisted continuation boards Jan. 24 as a means to help shape the force.
AFPC officials begin health records transfer mission to VA
January 23, 2009 - Air Force Personnel Center officials here will begin to transfer health treatment records of retired and separated active, Guard and Reserve Airmen to the Department of Veterans Affairs Feb. 1.
New Air Force chief of safety takes charge
January 23, 2009 - Kirtland Air Force Base officials welcomed the service's new top safety officer in a Jan. 13 change-of-command ceremony here.
‘Helping A Hero’ Donates Homes to Wounded Soldiers
January 23, 2009 - Army Spc. Sergio Trejo always dreamed of owning his own home.
Military to Focus on Shorter-term Goals in Afghanistan, Gates Says
January 23, 2009 - The U.S. military will focus its efforts on achieving shorter-term goals there, the Defense Department’s top official said here yesterday.
Deployed Soldiers Get a ‘Troop Cave’ with Creature Comforts
January 23, 2009 - “Kuwait” and “all the comforts of home” are phrases rarely uttered in the same sentence, but a “Man Caves” makeover at Camp Virginia, Kuwait, will show that sometimes the improbable can happen.
Defense Officials Address Detainee Concerns
January 23, 2009 - As the Defense Department prepares plans to close the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, defense officials acknowledge the possibility that released detainees could return to the battlefield.
Air Force Works Aggressively to Reduce Bird Strikes
January 23, 2009 - Air Force safety officials said they’re well-versed on the dangers of bird strikes and aggressively are working to prevent them.
National Guard Farmers Planting Long-term Afghan Stability
January 22, 2009 - The members of agricultural development teams in Afghanistan are living examples of the symbol of the National Guard: a Minuteman with a musket in one hand and the other hand resting on a plow.
Mullen Releases Concept for Future Joint Operations
January 22, 2009 - The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has signed off on the Capstone Concept for Joint Operations, a document the military will use to help determine future capability development for the joint force in 2016 through 2028.
Gates Cites Positive Response to Pending Guantanamo Closure
January 22, 2009 - President Barack Obama’s decision to close the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has made a positive impression in the world community, and that will assist America in its fight against global terrorism.
Defense Department, VA Smooth Path to Benefits for Severely Wounded
January 22, 2009 - Severely wounded troops returning home now have fewer bureaucratic barriers between them and their veterans’ benefits.
Obama Appoints Special Envoys, Underscores Importance of Diplomacy
January 22, 2009 - President Barack Obama announced the appointment of two special envoys: former Maine Sen. George Mitchell as special envoy for Middle East peace and Richard Holbrooke as special representative to Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Navy, Coast Guard Join to Combat Piracy
January 21, 2009 - Navy and Coast Guard boarding teams are working together to ensure safe operations in the Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea, Red Sea and Indian Ocean as part of Combined Task Force 151, a multinational counter-piracy task force.
President Directs Suspension of Guantanamo Bay Commissions
January 21, 2009 - Responding to a presidential directive, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates yesterday ordered a suspension of active military commission proceedings at the U.S. detention center at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, a senior Pentagon official said here today.
Mullen Shares Force Concerns of Coming Year
January 21, 2009 - Afghanistan, “dwell time” at home stations between deployments and the health of the force are at the forefront of concerns the Defense Department must address, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said.
White House Web Site Lays Out National Security Agenda
January 21, 2009 - As President Barack Obama and the first family began moving into the presidential residence here yesterday, the administration unpacked a new presidential agenda on the White House’s official Web site.
Servicemembers Have Ball at Inaugural Event
January 21, 2009 - Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen and military spouses attended the Commander in Chief Ball, Jan. 20, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.
Army.mil Gets Facelift in New Year
January 21, 2009 - The official Web site of the United States Army began sporting a new look Jan. 16.
Navy Announces Decision on Southern California Range Complex
January 21, 2009 - The Department of the Navy announced Jan. 21 that it has formally selected one of the training alternatives considered in its environmental study of the Southern California (SOCAL) Range Complex.
Registration Opens for Africa Command Symposium
January 20, 2009 - Registration is open for the Air Force's U.S. Africa Command Symposium scheduled to be held March 31 through April 2 at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala.
How Up-To-Date is Your List of Medications?
January 20, 2009 - Just as you wouldn't go commissary shopping with last year's grocery list, the same principle holds true for showing up at a medical appointment with an out-of-date list of prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and related health products.
Airmen Kick Off Inauguration Day Preparing for Parade
January 20, 2009 - Air Force Maj. Geraldine Holmes-Barnett remembers boarding a bus in Ohio when she was just 9 years old to hear Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream Speech” during the 1963 March on Washington.
Guard Nerve Centers Prove Key to Inaugural, National Missions
January 20, 2009 - When National Guard soldiers and airmen show up for the thousands of missions they perform, they know they’re part of the right unit, in the right place, at the right moment. But, getting them to a mission does not happen by chance.
Obama Vows Not to Waver in America’s Defense
January 20, 2009 - President Barack Obama pledged a “prudent use” of military power as the nation works toward “ushering in a new era of peace” in his inaugural address to the nation today.
Troops Bid Bush Farewell at Andrews Air Force Base
January 20, 2009 - The U.S. military bid farewell today to the outgoing commander in chief during a stirring and emotional departure ceremony in which he called leading men and women in uniform the highlight of his presidency.
National Guard Supports Historic Inaugural Mission
January 20, 2009 - About 9,300 National Guard soldiers and airmen joined thousands of active-duty and reserve military members from all services today to support President Barack Obama’s inauguration.
Deployed F-22 Raptors Arrive at Andersen
January 19, 2009 - Twelve F-22 Raptors deployed from Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska, arrived here Jan. 18, for a three month deployment in support of Pacific Global Deterrence mission.
Defense Leaders Host Luncheon for Medal of Honor Heroes
January 19, 2009 - America’s most senior defense leaders honored 43 men who risked their lives with unmatched heroism in service to their country during a luncheon here today.
Maryland National Guard Supports President-elect’s ‘Whistle-stop’ Tour
January 18, 2009 - About 100 Maryland National Guard members provided support alongside the U.S. Secret Service in Baltimore yesterday during President-elect Barack Obama’s “whistle-stop” train trip, Maryland Guard officials said.
Iraqi, U.S. Forces Detain Criminals, Discover Weapons
January 18, 2009 - Iraqi security forces and U.S. soldiers seized weapons caches and arrested a suspected criminal in the Baghdad area Jan. 16, military officials reported.
General Petraeus Visits Manas Air Base
January 17, 2009 - Manas Airmen briefly hosted Gen. David Petraeus, the U.S. Central Command commander, as he arrived in Kyrgyzstan for the start of a several day visit with Kyrgyz leaders.
Coalition Forces Work to Deter Piracy in Gulf of Aden
January 17, 2009 - Combined Task Force (CTF) 151 is working closely with international navies in the Gulf of Aden to conduct counterpiracy operations and ensure a lawful maritime order in the region.
Bradley First U.S. Navy Ship to Visit Bata, Equatorial Guinea
January 16, 2009 - USS Robert G. Bradley (FFG 49) became the first U.S. Navy ship to anchor in Bata, Equatorial Guinea while conducting Africa Partnership Station (APS) initiative Jan. 15.
Andrews Officials Launch Tactical Fitness Center
January 16, 2009 - Base leaders here took a groundbreaking new stride in combat fitness training capability Jan. 15 with the ribbon-cutting of the Andrews Tactical Fitness Center.
Defense Officials Switch Seabee Deployment from Kuwait to Afghanistan
January 16, 2009 - Instead of deploying to Kuwait, about 500 Navy Seabees will deploy to Afghanistan, Pentagon spokesman Bryan Whitman said today.
Decisions Loom for Joint Strike Fighter Program, Support Remains High
January 16, 2009 - Decisions about the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and F-22 Raptor aircraft programs are expected early in President-elect Barack Obama’s administration.
Marine Band to Provide Inaugural Pomp and Circumstance
January 16, 2009 - Not only is it fitting that the “President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band play “Hail to the Chief” during the Jan. 20 inauguration ceremonies, it’s tradition.
More than 10,000 National Guard Members to Support Inauguration
January 16, 2009 - More than 10,000 National Guard members will support President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration Jan. 20, the Guard’s largest contribution to an inauguration in its 372-year history.
Obama Aims to Shape Military for 21st Century
January 15, 2009 - As President-elect Barack Obama prepares to assume the role of commander in chief, one of the stated items on his list of priorities is to shape the U.S. military for the 21st century.
New Central Command Unit Makes it Tough to be a Pirate
January 15, 2009 - A new patrol in the U.S. Central Command is working to make it unprofitable to be a pirate, the commander of U.S. Navy Central Command and 5th Fleet said today.
Future Officers to Render First Salutes to Obama in Inaugural Parade
January 15, 2009 - Cadets and midshipmen from the service academies will converge in Annapolis, Md., tomorrow to make final preparations before marching in the inaugural parade to pay tribute to the commander in chief they will serve as future officers.
Hero of Hudson River Crash Landing Got Start in Air Force
January 15, 2009 - The pilot who crash-landed a crippled airliner in New York’s Hudson River this afternoon, saving 155 lives on board, is an Air Force Academy graduate who received his pilot training in the Air Force.
President Praises Troops, Cites Accomplishments in Farewell Speech
January 15, 2009 - President George W. Bush singled out military members for their selfless service and cited his administration’s accomplishments over the past eight years during his farewell address to the nation.
Air Force Remains Committed to Unmanned Aircraft Systems
January 14, 2009 - Air Force officials are "all in" with regard to unmanned aircraft systems, and understand the Defense secretary's direction to field the systems in the combat theater as fully and quickly as possible, a senior leader said Jan. 12 here.
Defense Department Launches Science-related Online Radio Show
January 14, 2009 - Defense Department officials today launched "Armed with Science: Research and Applications for the Modern Military," an online radio show.
General Underscores Commitment to Fielding Unmanned Aerial Systems
January 14, 2009 - The Air Force is “all in” with regard to unmanned aerial systems, and the service’s leaders understand Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates’ direction to field the systems in the combat theater as fully and quickly as possible.
Air Force Begins Airlift of Peacekeeping Equipment to Darfur
January 14, 2009 - The U.S. Air Force has begun airlifting Rwandan peacekeeping equipment and supplies from here to Sudan’s Darfur region as part of a United Nations-African Union peacekeeping mission.
Shinseki Promises Transformation If Confirmed to Head VA
January 14, 2009 - President-elect Barack Obama’s nominee to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs promised senators today that if he is confirmed he will transform the department into a 21st-century organization.
Task Force Prepares for Horn of Africa Mission
January 14, 2009 - Leaders preparing to deploy to Djibouti next month are getting a sense of the challenges they will face as the next headquarters staff at Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa.
National Guard Prepares for More Inaugural History
January 14, 2009 - The 372-year-old National Guard has provided inaugural support for every American president since George Washington. This year won’t be any different.
Great Aloha Run Invites Service Members to Show Off Cadence, Esprit de Corps for Good Cause
January 13, 2009 - Thousands of people are expected to come together Feb. 16 to make an 8.15 mile trek for the 2009 Hawaiian Telcom Great Aloha Run, one of Hawaii’s top participation races, which benefits organizations across the island.
Marines Arm logistics Group for Combat Deployment
January 13, 2009 - Rosa Shaver and her fellow Marines are welcomed to work every morning by more than 2,000 Marine Corps weapon systems to include M-16 and M4 rifles, M9 pistols, M249 Squad Automatic Weapons, 240G medium machine guns, .50 caliber Browning machine guns.
Marine Advisor Awarded Bronze Star for Battlefield Recovery Efforts
January 12, 2009 - The Marine Corps is moving toward a different mission in Iraq as it progresses further into the early months of 2009.
Service Members Rehearse 56th Presidential Inauguration
January 12, 2009 - From providing musical performances to acting as key personnel during the swearing-in process, hundreds of service members were on hand on Jan. 11 around the nation's Capitol to support the 56th Presidential Inaugural rehearsal.
Reservists Jump at Chance to Show Military Skills to Employers
January 12, 2009 - Army Reserve soldiers conducted an airborne jump here Jan. 9 for a group of civilian employers during the first Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve “Boss-lift” event for the 421st Quartermaster Company, 143rd Sustainment Command.
All Military Services Meet or Exceed December Recruiting Goals
January 12, 2009 - December was a recruiting success for all active-duty and reserve-component U.S. military services, which all met or exceeded their goals, according to a Defense Department news release issued today.
Servicemembers Rehearse 56th Presidential Inauguration
January 11, 2009 - From providing musical performances to acting as key personnel during the swearing-in process, hundreds of servicemembers were on hand this morning around the nation’s capital to support the 56th Presidential Inaugural rehearsal.
Bush Praises Military for Keeping America Safe
January 10, 2009 - President George W. Bush said this morning he’s had no higher honor during his eight years as president than serving as commander in chief to the “brave patriots” of the U.S. military.
Navy Commissions USS George H.W. Bush with Namesake on Hand
January 10, 2009 - With traditional pomp and circumstance and its namesake on hand, the last Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, USS George H.W. Bush, was commissioned in Norfolk, Va., today.
Vice President Elect Visits U.S., Afghan Leaders in Afghanistan
January 10, 2009 - Vice President-Elect Joe Biden arrived in Kabul, Afghanistan today to meet with Afghan and U.S. military leaders and thank deployed U.S. troops serving there for their service.
Agreement Expands Beneficiaries' Access to Bariatric Surgery
January 09, 2009 - A resource sharing agreement between the Nix Health Care System in San Antonio and Wilford Hall Medical Center doctors here will provide increased services to bariatric patients.
Air Force Inauguration Participation Represents Another Historic Event
January 09, 2009 - On Jan. 20, when President-elect Barack Obama takes the oath of office, U.S. servicemembers once again will participate in a time-honored tradition which began with President George Washington for his first inauguration in 1789.
Obama Announces Intelligence Director, CIA Chief Picks
January 09, 2009 - President-elect Barack Obama announced his choices for the nation’s new top intelligence official and CIA chief at a news conference held here today.
Military Police Dogs to Have Their Day as Part of Inauguration
January 09, 2009 - If, as the saying goes, every dog has its day, then four military police dogs certainly will have theirs when they help provide security for President-elect Barack Obama’s inauguration.
Army Speeds Delivery of Force-protection Equipment to Iraq
January 09, 2009 - Army officials are creating a new way to field force-protection products, such as mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicles, to speed their delivery to deployed soldiers in Iraq.
Disney, Army Resort Offer Affordable Vacations for Troops
January 08, 2009 - A Disney vacation just got more affordable for military members and their families.
Air Force Band Prepares for Inauguration Day
January 08, 2009 - Members of the Air Force Band prepared for the presidential inauguration parade in a hangar and through the winter rain Jan. 7 at Andrews Air Force Base.
2009 Opens With New Milestones and More to Come in Iraq, Official Says
January 08, 2009 - Iraq has witnessed “some remarkable milestones” already this month, with more on the horizon, Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell said today.
Wounded Warriors, Other Gates Priorities to Continue in Next Administration
January 08, 2009 - Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates is pleased by “great progress” in improving care and support for wounded warriors, but believes these developments “are still not good enough” and plans to implement more,Pentagon Press Secretary Geoff Morrell said today.
Obama to Nominate Deputy Secretary, Three Other Top Defense Officials
January 08, 2009 - President-elect Barack Obama today announced his choices for four key Defense Department positions: deputy defense secretary, two undersecretary positions and general counsel.
Researchers Study Bats to Enhance Micro Air Vehicles
January 07, 2009 - Air Force-funded researchers from several universities are studying the flexible, flapping wings routinely used by bats and insects and mimicking their biological attributes to improve agility, speed and adaptability in micro air vehicle systems.
Unit Learns Skills to Fight Different Enemy
January 07, 2009 - Standing before a muddy, mangled mess of concrete, metal and wood, a squad of combat-hardened Marines hastily planned the attack, their target waiting somewhere deep in the debris.
Face of Defense: Chaplain Serves Commander, Soldiers
January 07, 2009 - Army Chaplain (Capt.) David Curry, based out of Kandahar, Afghanistan, with Task Force Eagle Assault, is accustomed to multitasking.
Disney, Army Resort Make Vacations More Affordable for Troops
January 07, 2009 - Active and retired U.S. military personnel, including active members of the United States Coast Guard and activated members of the National Guard or Reserves, can enjoy complimentary, multi-day admission into Disney’s U.S. theme parks.
Air Force Band Prepares for Historic Inaugural Parade Mission
January 07, 2009 - Air Force Col. Dennis M. Layendecker, commander, music director and conductor for the U.S. Air Force Band, impressed on his airmen the importance of their upcoming mission supporting the presidential inauguration.
‘Flag Ladies’ Embroider Symbols of Presidential Pomp, Power
January 07, 2009 - Some dedicated ladies in Philadelphia are using their embroidery skills to construct dozens of colorful ceremonial flags for President-elect Barack Obama and Vice President-elect Joe Biden.
U.S.-Iraq Agreement Opens Door to Long-term Partnership, Hadley Says
January 07, 2009 - As the United States carries out the terms of its new status-of-forces agreement with Iraq, it has the opportunity to successfully conclude the American effort in Iraq and gain a long-term democratic partner in the Middle East.
Airmen Prep for Patriot's Debut at Southwest Asian Base
January 06, 2009 - Airmen of the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing here are laying the groundwork to welcome more than 200 Soldiers from Fort Bliss, Texas, as they set up a Patriot battery here for the first time.
Defense Leaders Laud Bush at Farewell Ceremony
January 06, 2009 - Gates called Bush a visionary who recognized before becoming president the threat terrorists and other unconventional threats posed.
In Final Weeks as Commander in Chief, Bush Cites Military’s Valor, Sacrifice
January 06, 2009 - With 15 days left in office, President George W. Bush today reflected on a list of “lasts” that includes his final weeks as the commander of U.S. military forces.
Purple Heart Criteria Exclude PTSD, Defense Officials Say
January 06, 2009 - After months of evaluating the criteria, Defense Department officials have decided against the notion of awarding the Purple Heart to military members who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Teamwork Shown as Airmen Respond to Helicopter Crash
January 05, 2009 - Six Airmen of the 379th Civil Engineer Squadron here used teamwork to recover a helicopter that crashed Dec. 15 at a forward operating base in Afghanistan.
New badge Part of Historic Change in Force Support
January 05, 2009 - A new career badge made its debut when 57 officers graduated from the inaugural force support officer training course last month at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss.
Face of Defense: Soldier Rejoins After 38-Year Service Break
January 05, 2009 - Young men and women frequently follow the footsteps of their parents and grandparents by joining the military.
Iraq ‘Much Better Off’ Today Than Under Saddam, Cheney Says
January 05, 2009 - The U.S.-coalition military campaign that deposed Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein in the spring of 2003 has placed Iraq in a much-improved situation today, Vice President Richard B. Cheney said during a nationally televised news program yesterday.
Defense Students Invited to Work With ‘Best Minds’ in Science
January 05, 2009 - The search is on for three Department of Defense Education Activity students to represent the department’s schools at the 2009 Research Science Institute.
Responsibility for Green Zone Security Transferred to Iraqis
January 04, 2009 - United States officials formally transferred the Republican Palace back to the Iraqi government Jan. 1, a concrete symbol of the continuing improvement in the country.
Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Reserve Affairs, Medal of Honor Recipient Visits Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group for Holidays
January 02, 2009 - Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Reserve Affairs, the Honorable H.C. "Barney" Barnum, Jr., visited ships from the Iwo Jima Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) to meet with deployed Sailors and Marines Dec. 24-26.
A Hangover That Will Live in Infamy
January 02, 2009 - Nobody ever did, or ever will, escape the consequences of his or her choices.
Deployed Servicemember Returns Home Half the Airman He Used to Be
January 02, 2009 - "I knew I was unhealthy and had to make some changes, especially when I thought about my five-year-old looking up at me," said Senior Airman Jarvis Johnson. "Without changes, I wouldn't be around to see him and my daughters grow up."
CMSAF McKinley, Graduating Airmen Honor Enlisted Heroes
January 02, 2009 - Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney McKinley and more than 700 Airmen preparing to graduate from basic military training honored the Air Force's enlisted heroes during today's dedication of the new Enlisted Heroes Walk here.
Security Station Transitions to Iraqi Government Control
January 02, 2009 - The national symbol of Iraq was raised over the governance center here Dec. 30 symbolizing the transition of control of a security station from the coalition forces back to the Iraqi government.
Face of Defense: Future Airman Loses 160 Pounds, Gains Confidence
January 02, 2009 - For the past 15 months, Leo Knight-Inglesby has pushed himself beyond the limits he and his loved ones ever thought possible.
Dec. 31 Airpower Summary: A-10 Flies Combat Patrol Mission
January 01, 2009 - Coalition airpower integrated with coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan during operations Dec. 31, according to Combined Air and Space Operations Center officials here.
U.S. Turns Over Green Zone Security Responsibility to Iraq
January 01, 2009 - The United States formally transferred the Republican Palace back to the Iraqi government today, a concrete symbol of the continuing improvement in the country.
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