November 17, 2011 By President of the United States of America A PROCLAMATION One of our Nation's oldest and most cherished traditions, Thanksgiving Day brings us closer to our loved ones and invites us to reflect on the blessings that enrich our lives. The observance recalls the celebration of an autumn harvest centuries ago, when the Wampanoag tribe joined the Pilgrims at … [Read more...]
Meeting Our Fiscal and National Security Responsibility
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta To all Department of Defense personnel: As I begin my second month in office as Secretary of Defense, I wanted to take the opportunity to share my thinking with you on one of the key challenges we face as a Department: how to ensure that our military has everything it needs to protect our national security at a time of considerable fiscal … [Read more...]
Military Phone Numbers
Deciding you want to enlist in the military may be one of the biggest decisions you make in your life. With that said, you need to explore all potential options for each Branch. The internet is a great tool to help you gather information regarding what each branch can offer you. However, some people feel more comfortable talking to someone and getting that interaction that the … [Read more...]
The History of Veterans Day
Did you know Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day? President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as a day to honor those who served during the Great War. It wasn’t until after World War II that it became known as Veterans Day and honored all who serve or have served in the United States military. … [Read more...]
Secretary Calls on Nation to Honor Veterans
Nov. 10, 2011 WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta today extended his thanks to troops and veterans in his 2011 Veterans Day message. Here is the secretary’s message: Veterans Day is the day the American people set aside for honoring those, past and present, who’ve served our nation in uniform. Since our nation’s founding, American … [Read more...]