WASHINGTON, May 27, 2013 – Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel today honored those who have given their lives in the nation’s defense and those who serve today – as well as their families – in his Memorial Day message to the men and women of the Defense Department. Here is the text of the secretary’s message: Today is a day for all Americans to gather … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2013
President Notes Sacrifices of Service Members, Families
WASHINGTON, May 25, 2013 – As Americans kick off a long weekend for the May 27 observance of Memorial Day, President Barack Obama today recognized the ultimate sacrifices of U.S. service members, lauding them as heroes who helped to build a free and prosperous nation. In his weekly address, Obama noted the courage of those willing to fight and even die for … [Read more...]
26th Annual Joint Women’s Leadership Symposium Registrations Available
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Four hundred Navy-funded registrations are now available for Sailors to attend the Sea Services Leadership Association (SSLA) 26th Annual Joint Women's Leadership Symposium (JWLS), as announced by Naval Administrative Message 140/13. Command expenditure of travel funds, including registration, transportation, lodging, and per diem, is not authorized for … [Read more...]
AF Provides Special Counsel to Sexual Assault Survivors
5/24/2013 - WASHINGTON (AFNS) -- Often, when survivors of sexual assault are "put on the witness stand, they can feel like they're being attacked," said Capt. Dustin Kouba, a special victims counsel attorney. "I feel like I'm almost defending them ... I'm like their big brother." The Air Force is taking the lead on providing special counsel to survivors of sexual assault, … [Read more...]
Obama Issues ‘Prayer for Peace’ Memorial Day Proclamation
WASHINGTON, May 24, 2013 – President Barack Obama today proclaimed Memorial Day, May 27, 2013, “as a day of prayer for permanent peace, and I designate the hour beginning in each locality at 11:00 a.m. of that day as a time to unite in prayer. I also ask all Americans to observe the National Moment of Remembrance beginning at 3:00 p.m. local time on Memorial … [Read more...]