Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosted Thabit Muhammad Al-Abbasi, Minister of Defence for the Republic of Iraq at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Aug. 7, 2023. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jack Sanders) AUGUST 9, 2023 - U.S. and Iraqi defense leaders discussed an enduring strategic relationship between the two nations during talks at the … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2023
Exchange Service, Army to Launch Soldier For Life Apparel
AUGUST 8, 2023 – Soldiers For Life can now wear their service with pride with official U.S. Army apparel coming soon to Army & Air Force Exchange Service PXs. This month, 30 PXs in the United States, Europe and the Pacific will offer polos, T-shirts and caps sporting the Army’s Soldier For Life logo. The apparel will also be available at ShopMyExchange.com. “About 75% … [Read more...]
DOD Focuses on Readiness, Modernization as It Arms Ukraine
AUGUST 8, 2023 - The Defense Department remains committed to arming Ukraine as the country defends itself against Russia's unprovoked invasion while at the same time maintaining U.S. military readiness, a top Pentagon acquisition official said today. Douglas R. Bush, assistant secretary of the Army for acquisition, logistics and technology, said the U.S. has undertaken a … [Read more...]
Purple Heart Day: A Day to Thank, Honor Military Personnel
AUGUST 8, 2023 – When you look into someone’s eyes, you might be able to get a glimpse of that person’s mood or personality. However, when you look into the eyes of a service member [or veteran], you might find yourself wondering what story those eyes could tell. While most experience a wide range of challenges during their service such as deployments and family separation, … [Read more...]
U.S. Marines Answer the Call
AUGUST 8, 2023 - Within twenty-four hours, 35 Marines and Sailors, four MV-22B Ospreys, and four CH-53E Super Stallions, transitioned from preparation to redeploy home from the Philippines, to supporting relief efforts and lifesaving assistance in the wake of Typhoon Egay. Following the conclusion of Marine Aviation Support Activity 23, and at the request of the Armed Forces of … [Read more...]