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March 29, 2022
On National Vietnam War Veterans Day, AFMS celebrates aeromedical's role

While more than 58,000 Americans paid the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam, Air Force Medical Service improvements in aeromedical evacuation helped ensure wounded service members had a better chance for survival than ever before.
Nov. 12, 2021
Pride and Purpose: Rosie the Riveters Inspire Women of Today

The ''Rosie the Riveters'' of World War II are an inspiration to all generations for their courage and commitment and for blazing the trail that changed the way women were viewed in the workforce, one airman recalled.
Nov. 12, 2021
Biden Pays Homage to Service Members in Veterans Day Speech

U.S. military veterans represent the best of the nation and ''the very spine of America,'' President Joe Biden said during a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
Nov. 10, 2021
Americans Answer Call to Arms During World War I

World War I at one time was known as the Great War or "the war to end all wars" because not many could have imagined an even bloodier global conflict — World War II — would occur just two decades later.
Oct. 29, 2021
DOD Celebrates 'National Veterans and Military Families Month'

November is National Veterans and Military Families Month. The Defense Department recognizes that military families have important roles to play in supporting a strong and ready force.
Sept. 12, 2021
Austin, Milley Call on Americans to Remember, Honor 9/11 Victims

Americans must remember what happened on this date 20 years ago and rededicate themselves to defending the idea of America, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said at a Pentagon ceremony honoring those killed in the terror attack on the Pentagon.
Sept. 12, 2021
Biden Calls Unity America's Greatest Strength on 9/11 20th Anniversary

President Joe Biden said unity in America is the nation’s greatest strength – reflected by a coming-together of U.S. citizens in the days and months that followed the greatest attack on U.S. soil by terrorists on Sept. 11, 2001.
Sept. 10, 2021
DOD Leaders Recall Americans' Resilience After 9/11

At a 9/11 memorial event at the Pentagon, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks said she remembers the resiliency of Americans following the attacks.
June 11, 2021
Defense Secretary: 'No one should have to hide who they love to serve the country they love'

The Department of Defense celebrates the extraordinary achievements of its LGBTQ+ service members, civilian employees and their families' sacrifices during Pride Month, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
May 31, 2021
President: America's Fallen Defended 'Vital, Beating Heart of our Nation'

President Joe Biden and Defense Department leaders honored those who gave their lives in service to their nation as well as the families of the fallen during a Memorial Day observance ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia.
May 25, 2021
Raising Flags of Remembrance

Arlington National Cemetery is raising flags in the Memorial Amphitheater in preparation for the annual Memorial Day ceremony and observance May 31. Originally called Decoration Day, Memorial Day is a national day of remembrance honoring members of the military who died in service to the nation.

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