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News Archive

Dempsey Praises Allen, Dunford Nominations

In a statement released today, Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, praised Marine Corps Gen. John R. Allen’s accomplishments as commander of the NATO-led International Security Assistance Force and commander of U.S. forces in Afghanistan.

Land, Sea Roles Changing, Dempsey Says

Dempsey: Partnerships Essential to Defense Strategy

Chairman, Enlisted Advisor Urge Service Members to Vote

Dempsey Thanks Service Members in Pacific Northwest

CJCS Holds Town Hall Meeting for Military Families

Dempsey: Americans Will Shape Image of Modern Vet

Dempsey Releases Concept to Build Joint Force 2020

Dempsey: Leadership, Trust Essential to Battling Suicide

Dempsey Discusses Importance of Embracing, Managing Military Change

Battaglia Cites Resilience as Key to Solving Suicide Issue

Dempsey Discusses Importance of Embracing, Managing Military Change

Dempsey: Insider Attacks Won’t Affect NATO’s Afghan Strategy

Afghanistan Surge Achieved Its Mission, Dempsey Says

U.S., Turkish Leaders Discuss Syrian War, Region

Coalition Remains Resolute Despite Insider Threat, Chairman Says

Dempsey, Turks Discuss Regional Issues

Public Trust Requires Apolitical Military, Dempsey Says

Dempsey in Turkey to Discuss Syrian Crisis

Dempsey: U.S. Must Remain Engaged with Muslim World

NATO Chiefs Examine Afghan Campaign, Post-2014 Posture

Dempsey Arrives in Romania for NATO Talks

Winnefeld: Events of 9/11 Remain ‘Frozen In Time’

Panetta, at Pentagon Memorial, Praises America’s Strength

At 9/11 Service, Dempsey Memorializes a Hero Among Many

Obama: Lives Lost on 9/11 Ushered in Stronger Nation

Pentagon Welcomes New Chief of National Guard Bureau

Battaglia Asks Leaders to Engage, Troubled Troops to Reach Out

Chairman Leads U.S. Delegation for Opening of Paralympic Games

People Fuel Military Cooperation, Dempsey Says

Dempsey: Political Activity Erodes Public Trust in Military

Dempsey Finds Familiar, Unfamiliar in Baghdad

Dempsey Arrives in Baghdad for Talks With Iraqi, U.S. Officials

Vice Chairman Receives Award, Welcomes War College Students

Dempsey: Afghans Share Concern Over Insider Attacks

Dempsey to Visit Iraq to Check Security Cooperation

Dempsey Arrives in Afghanistan to Meet with Leaders

Dempsey: Transition in Military Uncomfortable, But Necessary

Senior military leader visits Minnesota Soldiers and Airmen

Panetta, Dempsey Reassured By Talks with New Egyptian Leaders

Schwartz, Welsh Pay Tribute to Airmen at Air Force Transition

Schwartz Honored for Exceptional Service as Air Force Chief

Proud to be an American Airman: AF chief of staff reflects on time as service chief, career

Senate Confirms New Guard Bureau Chief, Vice

Winnefeld Honors Korean War Veterans’ Service, Sacrifice

Schwartz: Air Force Will Thrive Despite Fiscal Challenges

New Website Honors Service Members’ Valor

Senior enlisted advisor to CJCS visits Nellis

Welsh Addresses Air Force Challenges at Confirmation Hearing

DOD Bolsters Safeguards for Sensitive Information

Dempsey: Forming partnerships vital for future force

U.S. Basketball Teams Wow Service Members, Families

Dempsey Welcomes USA Basketball Teams

Chairman Motivates USA Basketball Teams

Dempsey Salutes ThanksUSA Organization

Dempsey Welcomes National Defense University’s New President

Dempseys Discuss Challenges, Benefits of Military Moves

Pacific Exercise to Feature More Participants, Biofuel Use

Navy Continues to Lean Forward, Evolve, Greenert Says

National Park Service Offers Military, Families Free Annual Pass

Dempsey Details Challenges in Visit to Nebraska Base

Defense Department Hosts First LGBT Pride Month Event

Panetta, Army Chief Recognize Paralympic Warriors’ Achievements

Chairman’s Corner: Civil-Military Relations and the Profession of Arms

Dempsey Lauds New Generation at Gold Star Mothers Gala

Senior Enlisted Leader, Namesake Club Honor Audie Murphy

Officials Announce Findings of Military Education Reviews

Dempsey Looks to Future in Time of Budget Constraints

Officials Announce Findings of Military Education Reviews

Military Leaders Urge Senators to Ratify Sea Treaty

Winnefeld: Time for U.S. to Join Law of Sea Convention

Panetta: Sense of Urgency Needed to Defend Against Cyber Attacks

Panetta, Dempsey Call on Lawmakers to Protect Military Personnel Accounts

DOD Leaders Strongly Urge Congress to Preserve Budget Request

Dempsey Urges Alma Mater Grads to ‘Push the Envelope’

Dempsey: ‘Extraordinarily Dissatisfied’ With Pakistani Action Against Haqqani Network

Dempsey: Asia-Pacific is of Global Strategic Import

Dempsey Encourages NDU Grads to Build Relationships

Chairman: Asia-Pacific Will Challenge Military Leaders

Dempsey: Partners Enthusiastic About Asia Strategy

Dempsey: U.S.-Thailand Partnership Holds Growth Potential

Dempsey Arrives in Bangkok to Meet With Thai Leaders

U.S. Shares Deep, Enduring Military Bonds With Philippines, Dempsey Says

Chairman Visits Joint Special Operations Task Force

Dempsey Details Plan for ‘Singapore-managed’ Ships

Dempsey Arrives in Philippines for High-level Meetings

Dempsey: Allies’ Reaction Shows Asia-Pacific Strategy ‘On Track’

Chairman Meets With Singapore Defense Officials

Dempsey: Military Must Persevere to Solve Suicide Issue

Dempsey Seeks to Learn From Asia-Pacific Partners

Dempsey in Hawaii for First Leg of Asia-focused Trip

Panetta, Dempsey Recall Vietnam Vets’ Valor, Sacrifice

Defense Leaders Call for Communities to Help Families, Vets

Dempsey Reminds Americans to Remember Meaning of Memorial Day

Dempseys, Bidens Honor Survivors, Biden Shares Loss

Winnefeld, Nonprofit Group Honor Wounded Warriors

Defense, State Leaders Urge Senate to Ratify Law of the Sea Treaty

DOD Marks Growth in Spouses’ Employment Program

Bringing Military Spouses, Employers Together Helps Both

Odierno: Army to Create Leaner, More Agile Force

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