May. 8, 2009
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BASE TOUR
- U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates takes a tour of Field Operating Base Airborne in the Wardak province, Afghanistan, May 8, 2009.
DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jerry Morrison
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HONORING MILITARY SPOUSES
Two U.S. Reps Know Life as Military Spouses
Two members of Congress who've lived the life of a military spouse say the experience has better helped them understand the military family and helps them connect better with those who serve.
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First Lady Vows More Support for Military Spouses
First Lady Michelle Obama was surprised to learn that most military families feel their struggles often go unnoticed, she said in an interview with The Pentagon Channel and American Forces Press Service.
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Former Marine NCO Takes Spouse of Year Honors
Tanya Queiro, a former Marine Corps noncommissioned officer who described military service as a lifestyle, was named the 2009 Military Spouse of the Year at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.
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MILITARY NEWS
'Little Warriors' Surf Camp to Host 100 Children
Military children of wounded or fallen troops will be able to catch a wave this summer, thanks to Freedom Is Not Free, a California-based troop-support group hosting a surf camp for kids.
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NATIONAL GUARD
Equipment Remains 'Area of Concern' for Guard
Critical dual-use items needed for both domestic and overseas missions are a top priority for the National Guard.
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Units Maintain Aerial Firefighting Certification
AROUND THE SERVICES
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Airman Provide Marshall Islanders With Clean Water
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Gates Develops 'To Do' List From Two-Day Afghan Visit
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates wrapped up a two-day visit to Afghanistan today, telling reporters he’s optimistic about efforts under way and the initiatives he pushed to support them – and that he’s ready to go back to Washington with a “to do” list to continue the momentum.
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Secretary Assures Soldiers of Support
During his last stop on a whirlwind visit to Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates brought encouragement and assurance of support to 10th Mountain Division soldiers.
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Gates Visits Troops in Kandahar Province
Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates visited the only battalion-sized U.S. unit operating in the southern Afghanistan province of Kandahar.
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Gates: History Shows Importance of
Staying Engaged in Afghanistan
History provides an important lesson on the perils of ignoring Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said as he visited a remote site in Afghanistan's Wardak province.
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Gates Gets Approval on Afghan Program
Afghan leaders, special operators and 10th Mountain Division soldiers gave Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates their stamp of approval on a new program that’s getting local Afghans to help build security in their communities.
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Defense Officials Unveil 'Reform Budget'
Pentagon budget experts unveiled the Defense Department budget request, describing Secretary Robert M. Gates’ recommendations as a “reform budget.”
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IRAQ NEWS
Doctors Provide Design Input for Hospital
A U.S. Army Corps of Engineers division is working with emergency room doctors to design a new hospital in Iraq.
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Troops Capture Suspects, Weapons
AFGHANISTAN NEWS
Kansas Guard Works to Develop Agribusiness in Laghman Province
An agribusiness development team from the Kansas National Guard is working to jump-start the agricultural economy in Afghanistan's Laghman province.
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Afghan Forces Seize 600 Pounds of Opium
FACE OF DEFENSE
Marine Twins Reunite in Kuwait
Staff Sgt. Robert I. Johnson and Sgt. Tracey R. Johnson, twin brothers from Louisianna, have found ways to spend time together while both serve in the Marine Corps.
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