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Navy Suicide Prevention: It’s an All-Hands Effort
The Navy recognizes the seriousness of suicide and has developed additional training methods to help sailors acknowledge they are front line supporters of suicide prevention efforts. View original post here: Navy Suicide Prevention: It's an All-Hands Effort
Gates: War in Iraq Over, U.S. Transitioning to Iraqi Forces
The war in Iraq is over and the United States is entering the final phase of the U.S. engagement in Iraq, Defense Secretary Robert M Read more from the original source: Gates: War in Iraq Over, U.S. Transitioning to Iraqi Forces
Mullen Notes Iraq’s Progress from ‘Desperate’ Situation
On his way to Baghdad to see the U.S. combat mission officially transfer to the civilian-led Operation New Dawn, Navy Adm. Excerpt from: Mullen Notes Iraq's Progress from 'Desperate' Situation
U.S. Combat Mission Ends in Iraq, Obama Says
President Barack Obama announced the official end to combat operations in Iraq during a prime-time Oval Office address, declaring "a new beginning" for the Iraqi people. Link: U.S. Combat Mission Ends in Iraq, Obama Says
American Legion Honors Troops for Volunteerism
The American Legion presented Spirit of Service awards to five U.S. military members from all service branches at the organization's annual convention held in Milwaukee. Read more from the original source: American Legion Honors Troops for Volunteerism
Combat, Hardship Pays Remain for Troops Serving in Iraq
The change from Operation Iraqi Freedom to Operation New Dawn does not affect combat and other hazardous-duty entitlements troops serving in Iraq receive, a Pentagon spokeswoman said. Follow this link: Combat, Hardship Pays Remain for Troops Serving in Iraq
Family Matters Blog: Obama Urges Americans to Salute Troops, Families
In today's blog, AFPS' Elaine Wilson highlights President Barack Obama's video message of appreciation for U.S. troops and their families, and shares how all Americans can salute them for their service in Iraq. Read more from the original source: Family Matters Blog: Obama Urges Americans to Salute Troops, Families
Veterans Affairs Works to Reduce Claims Backlog
The Veterans Affairs Department is making great strides in its efforts to reduce the backlog of veterans' claims, VA Secretary Eric K. Shinseki told veterans. See more here: Veterans Affairs Works to Reduce Claims Backlog
‘Tough Slog’ Remains Ahead in Afghanistan
"A very tough fight" remains in Afghanistan that will demand more hard work and sacrifice, President Barack Obama acknowledged while thanking troops for advancing the mission in Iraq. View post: 'Tough Slog' Remains Ahead in Afghanistan
Obama Thanks Servicemembers for Iraq War Contributions
President Barack Obama traveled to Fort Bliss, Texas, to pay tribute to the post's servicemembers, whose contributions and those of their comrades made possible the official end of combat operations in Iraq. View original post here: Obama Thanks Servicemembers for Iraq War Contributions
