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Defense Secretary Ash Carter recently returned from a trip to California, Texas and Florida focused on the readiness of the nation's current and future warfighting force.
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced two new links to the Force of the Future initiative. Force of the Future is designed to maintain the Defense Department’s most competitive edge -- its people.
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National American Indian Heritage Month 2016
During National American Indian Heritage Month, the Defense Department honors American Indians and Alaska Natives for their vital contributions to the nation's security and celebrates their vibrant cultures.
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Honor, Respect, Devotion to Duty: A Lasting Tribute to Seaman 1st Class Rollin Fritch
Coast Guard Seaman 1st Class Rollin A. Fritch poses in his uniform while on leave in 1943. Fritch was a crewmember aboard the USS Callaway during World War II and died during a Kamikaze attack January 8, 1945. Coast Guard photo contributed by Donna Fuller
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter kicked off a national discussion on building "the force of the future" and what the Defense Department must do to change and adapt to maintain its superiority well into the 21st century. The president has authorized U.S. Central Command to work with partner nations to conduct targeted airstrikes in Iraq and Syria as part of the comprehensive strategy to degrade and defeat the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Defense leaders remain focused on efforts to strengthen relationships and modernize U.S. alliances in the Asia-Pacific region as a priority for 21st century security interests and sustaining U.S. global leadership
The Defense Department's cyber strategy guides the development of DoD's cyber forces and seeks to strengthen cyber defense and cyber deterrence posture. It focuses on building cyber capabilities and organizations for DoD's three primary cyber missions. The Defense Department joins the nation in honoring the commitment, sacrifices and contributions families of service members make every day in support of the military and the nation. Given today's globalized access to knowledge and the rapid pace of technology development, innovation, speed, and agility have taken on a greater importance. The Defense Department serves as an innovative leader in developing technology to protect Americans and troops - on and off the battlefield.
Since the Revolutionary War, Native Americans and Alaska Natives have played a vital role in our country's freedom and security. The Defense Department honors their many contributions and accomplishments, and celebrates their vibrant culture and heritage during National American Indian Heritage Month. We can all play a role in preventing suicide, but many people don't know what they can do to support the service member or veteran who is going through a difficult time. The Defense Department's theme for Suicide Prevention Month is: BeThere - your action could save a life. Defense Department employees worldwide have the opportunity to give to their favorite charities from Sept. 1 to Dec. 15, through the annual Combined Federal Campaign. In his letter, Defense Secretary Ash Carter expressed his unwavering support for the campaign and strongly encourages members of the workforce to participate in any way they can.