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Independence Day Message From Defense Secretary Leon Panetta

Posted on July 4, 2012 by jtozer

“On this Independence Day, I would like to extend my gratitude and best wishes to our entire military family: our men and women in uniform who serve around the world, and their families, and our Department of Defense civilians who …
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U.S. Army – 237 Years As The Strength of the Nation

Posted on June 14, 2012 by jtozer

On June 14, two hundred and thirty-seven years ago, the United States Army was established to defend our Nation. This 237th birthday commemorates America’s Army – soldiers, families and civilians – who are achieving a level of excellence that is …
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Chairman’s Corner: Happy Birthday National Guard

Posted on December 13, 2010 by

As Americans prepare to celebrate and give thanks amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, I’d like to take a moment to recognize the 374th birthday of the National Guard and our Citizen-Warriors: those stationed throughout our Nation …
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Gates Salutes Past, Present Warriors in Veterans Day Message

Posted on November 11, 2010 by

In a video Veterans Day message, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates reaffirms the Defense Department’s commitment to the nation’s past and present warriors and urges Americans to honor the sacrifices of servicemembers and their families. Visit Defense.gov’s Veterans Day special. …
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Chairman’s Corner: Happy Birthday Coast Guard – Aug. 4, 2010

Posted on August 3, 2010 by

Two hundred and twenty years ago today, the United States Congress created the U.S. Revenue-Marine to safeguard our young Nation’s shores. We proudly celebrate this as the day the United States Coast Guard was born. Over the years, generations of …
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Posted in DoD News | Tagged Adm. Mike Mullen, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Coast Guard, families, JCS, maritime guardians, nation, service, U.S. Revenue-Marine | 5 Comments