Watch as Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta offers his holiday wishes to troops stationed throughout the world. "To all of our men and women in uniform, particularly those far from home, know that your service, your sacrifice keeps our country safe," he said. "Though our nation remains at war, we work towards a simple ideal - peace on Earth and goodwill to all." If you're … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2011
Navy Updates Purple Heart Award Policy
December 19, 2011 From Secretary of the Navy Public Affairs WASHINGTON (NNS) -- In response to advances in the diagnosis and treatment of mild traumatic brain injuries, the secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) discussed updates to the standards and procedures for awarding the Purple Heart Dec. 15, one of the military's most recognized awards. "In light of recent research, military … [Read more...]
Corps’ Uniform Changes Allow Bracelets and Backpacks to be Worn
12/16/2011 By Lance Cpl. Lauren A. Kurkimilis Marines are no longer restricted to wearing only issued bags in uniform. Civilian backpacks officially can now be worn in uniform, according to the results of Uniform Board 212 which were released in MARADMIN 695/11 Dec. 6, 2011. Backpacks may be black, brown, olive drab, tan or a combination of these colors, according to the … [Read more...]
DOD Extends Schools’ Signing Deadline for Tuition Assistance
By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2011 – The Defense Department today announced a 90-day deadline extension for schools seeking to participate in the department’s tuition assistance program. The department has instituted a memorandum of understanding participating schools must sign to qualify to receive funding for courses service members … [Read more...]
Government Could Face Possible Shutdown
12/15/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- The Department of Defense could be affected by a possible government shutdown if an omnibus appropriations bill is not approved before the current appropriation expires Dec. 16 at midnight, wrote Deputy Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter in a memorandum Dec. 14. In the memo, which was addressed to all Department of Defense employees, Carter … [Read more...]