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Free Military and Presidential Art Prints from the National Guard
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The National Guard is offering art prints from three different series at no charge to the general public.
The artwork depicts National Guard members in military action, Presidents who served in the National Guard, and
the National Guard providing assistance to communities during times of emergency.
Heritage Series
An extensive collection of paintings depicting the National Guard in military action
from earliest colonial times to Operation Desert Storm.
Presidential Series
A series of paintings of Presidents of the United States who also served as National
Guardsmen.
State Mission Series
A series of paintings portraying the National Guard assisting local communities during
times of emergency.
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Military News
New Scam Targets Military Spouses
May 31, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 31, 2007 - The American Red Cross is warning military spouses about a new identity-theft scam that targets family members of deployed troops.
Military News
Officers Describe al Qaeda Prison Rescue Mission
May 30, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 30, 2007 - Officers from the U.S. Army battalion that freed 41 prisoners from an al Qaeda in Iraq hideout May 27 provided details on the operation yesterday.
Military News
General Works to Dispel Myths About Iraq
May 30, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 30, 2007 - A U.S. general serving with Multinational Force Iraq recently took time out of his mid-deployment leave to let the American public know that the situation in Iraq is different from what they might think.
Military News
Soldiers in Afghanistan Commemorate Memorial Day
May 29, 2007
Combined Joint Task Force 82 honored the contributions and sacrifices men and women of the armed forces have made in defense of freedom and democracy during a Memorial Day ceremony here yesterday.
Military News
Bush Orders New US Sanctions on Sudan
May 29, 2007
The United States is imposing tough new sanctions on Sudan in an effort to end the bloodshed in its troubled Darfur region.
Military News
North Korea Test Fires Missiles, Makes Assurances on Nuclear Agreement
May 25, 2007
North Korea has test-fired several short-range missiles into the Sea of Japan, but South Korean officials say they are not concerned.
Military News
Iraq's Moqtada al-Sadr Makes First Public Appearance in 4 Months
May 25, 2007
Anti-American Iraqi Shi'ite cleric Moqtada al-Sadr has made his first public appearance since the start of a major U.S.-backed security crackdown in February.
Military News
Both Houses of US Congress OK Iraq War-Funding Bill
May 24, 2007
The U.S. Congress has approved legislation supporting military operations in Iraq, with majority Democrats calling it the best achievable at this time, and Republicans claiming victory in forcing Democrats to drop a withdrawal timetable.
Military News
President Calls on Congress to Pass Supplemental Bill
May 24, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 24, 2007 - This summer will be a critical time for the U.S. strategy in Iraq, President Bush said today as he called on members of Congress from both parties to pass the Defense Department's 2007 emergency supplemental funding request.
Military News
Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence to be Dual-Hatted as Director of Intelligence
May 24, 2007
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates and Director of National Intelligence Mike McConnell signed a memorandum of agreement this week that establishes a role for the under secretary of defense for intelligence as the director of defense intelligence....
Military News
Bush: Victory in Iraq Critical to Long-Term U.S. Security
May 23, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 23, 2007 - Newly declassified intelligence shows that terrorist leader Osama bin Laden was planning to establish Iraq as a new base to launch attacks against the United States, President Bush told U.S. Coast Guard Academy graduates today.
Military News
Navy to Christen New Guided Missile Destroyer Sterett
May 17, 2007
The newest Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer, Sterett, will be christened Saturday, May 19, 2007, during an 11 a.m. EDT ceremony at Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine.
Military News
Navy to Christen New Guided Missile Destroyer Sterett
May 17, 2007
The newest Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer, Sterett, will be christened Saturday, May 19, 2007, during an 11 a.m. EDT ceremony at Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine.
Military News
Bush, Blair Call U.S.-U.K. Relationship Key to World Peace
May 17, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 17, 2007 - President Bush and British Prime Minister Tony Blair praised each other's courage and stressed the continuing importance of the U.S.-British partnership at the White House today in what may be their last joint news conference.
Military News
Department Takes Steps to Ensure DoD Computer Networks Available for Operations
May 16, 2007
To ensure DoD networks are available for combat operations and critical support activities, the Department issued a directive May 14 that prohibits DoD computers from accessing specific recreational web sites.
Military News
Soldiers Lose MySpace, YouTube Privileges
May 14, 2007
Citing security and bandwidth concerns, the military has blocked its computers from accessing many popular social networking Web sites.
Military News
Casey Says Army Must Be Prepared for 'Persistent Conflict'
May 11, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 11, 2007 - The U.S. military is involved in a "persistent conflict," and the Army must be prepared to handle the commitment, the Army chief of staff said today.
Military News
Airman Missing In Action From WWII is Identified
May 11, 2007
The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and are being returned to his family for burial with full military honors.
Military News
Active Components Meet April Recruiting Goals
May 10, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 10, 2007 - All active-duty components of the military met or exceeded recruiting goals for April, Defense Department officials announced today.
Military News
Cheney: America Will Stay on Offensive Against Terror
May 10, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 10, 2007 - Al Qaeda terrorists have chosen Iraq as the central front in their worldwide campaign against freedom....
Military News
U.S. Soldiers Continue to Gain Trust of Afghan People
May 08, 2007
WASHINGTON, May 8, 2007 - By living among the people of Afghanistan and gaining their trust and respect, U.S. troops are winning in the eastern part of the country, a U.S. commander there said today.
Military News
Two Koreas Resume Military Talks Despite Disagreement Over Agenda
May 08, 2007
The first top-level military talks between North and South Korea in a year have had a rocky start. The meeting was intended to focus on providing security for a test of a rail line linking the two countries. But the North injected a new element....
Military News
Airpower Summary for May 6
May 07, 2007
5/7/2007 - SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFNEWS) -- Coalition airpower supported coalition ground forces in Iraq and International Security Assistance Force troops in Afghanistan in the following operations May 6....
Military News
Al Qaida in Iraq Leader Reported Killed
May 01, 2007
A spokesman for Iraq's Interior ministry says intelligence reports indicate al Qaida in Iraq leader Abu Ayyub al-Masri has been killed in a battle with al-Qaida members in a town north of Baghdad.
Military News
America Supports You: NFL, eKnowledge Tackle College Entrance Exams
April 30, 2007
WASHINGTON, April 30, 2007 - The Montgomery G.I. bill pays servicemembers' and their dependents' tuition at institutes of higher learning, but it doesn't help them gain admission to school.
Military News
Defense Department Takes Custody of al Qaeda Leader
April 27, 2007
WASHINGTON, April 27, 2007 - The Defense Department announced today that it has taken a senior al Qaeda operative into custody at the U.S. detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Military News
Legislators Agree on Iraq Funding Bill; Vote Scheduled for Later This Week
April 24, 2007
House and Senate negotiators have agreed on a military funding bill containing a timetable for withdrawing U.S. forces from Iraq. VOA's Dan Robinson reports, approval of a conference report for the Iraq-Afghanistan measure moves it to the full House and l
Military News
Changes in Anbar, Afghanistan Good Signs, Chairman Says
April 24, 2007
Changes in Iraq's Anbar province and the failure of the Taliban spring offensive in Afghanistan are good signs, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said during an interview today on his way home from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Military News
Policy Change Boosts G.I. Bill Eligibility for Some Guard, Reserve Members
April 17, 2007
WASHINGTON - A recent Defense Department policy change widens the eligibility window for some Reserve-component troops who want to use their Montgomery G.I. Bill education benefits, a senior DoD official said here today.
Military News
China 'Cannot Confirm' Reported N. Korean Activity at Yongbyon Nuclear Facility
April 17, 2007
The Chinese government has said it cannot confirm South Korean reports of unusual activity at North Korea's Yongbyon nuclear facility, and indicated a dispute over North Korean bank accounts in Macau has yet to be resolved.
Military News
Aftershocks Hit Tsunami-Ravaged Parts of Solomon Islands
April 03, 2007
A series of aftershocks has shaken the Solomon Islands a day after a powerful tsunami hit the country's western provinces.
Military News
Peru's President Urges Air Strikes Against Cocaine Factories
April 03, 2007
Peru's President has urged the use of the military to destroy jungle factories that produce cocaine.
Military News
Blair: Next Two Days Critical in Iranian Standoff Over British Sailors
April 03, 2007
British Prime Minister Tony Blair says the next few days are critical to see if Britain and Iran can diplomatically resolve their dispute over 15 British sailors and marines, seized by Iranian forces nearly two weeks ago.
Military News
Iraq War Continues Four Years After Invasion
March 16, 2007
It was four years ago that the United States and its coalition partners invaded Iraq - easily toppling the regime of Saddam Hussein.
Military News
Rice Prepares for New Middle East Trip
March 15, 2007
U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says she will begin another trip to the Middle East late next week aimed at spurring Israeli-Palestinian dialogue.
Military News
National Guard (In Federal Status) And Reserve Mobilized As Of March 14, 2007
March 14, 2007
This week, the Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard announced an increase, while the Army and Navy had a decrease.
Military News
UN Nuclear Chief in North Korea to Discuss Closure of Nuclear Facilities
March 13, 2007
The head of the United Nations nuclear agency is in North Korea to discuss how the agency can help Pyongyang end its nuclear program.
Military News
US Commander in Iraq Says Insurgents Intensifying Attacks
March 08, 2007
The top U.S. commander in Iraq says the new security operation in Baghdad and in al-Anbar province is growing and insurgents are intensifying efforts to derail the crackdown.
Military News
AIRPOWER SUMMARY FOR FEB. 27, 2007
February 27, 2007
SOUTHWEST ASIA - In Afghanistan yesterday, A U.S. Air Force B1-B provided close air support to Coalition forces receiving heavy machine gun and rocket propelled grenade fire from enemies on a ridgeline near Energay.
Military News
US Says British Iraq Withdrawal Sign of Success
February 21, 2007
U.S. officials are describing Britain's announcement that it will withdraw 1,600 of its troops from Iraq as a sign of the type of success in the southern part of the country that they want to see in the Baghdad area.
Military News
AFGHAN AND COALITION FORCES DESTROY LARGE TALIBAN MUNITIONS CACHE
February 20, 2007
BAGRAM AIRFIELD, Afghanistan - Afghan National Army and Coalition forces discovered a large munitions cache 20 kilometers south of Shindad, in Herat Province, Feb. 19 while conducting a combat patrol in the area.
Military News
Car Bombs in Baghdad Kill at Least 60
February 20, 2007
Three car bombs in Baghdad have killed at least 60 people in mainly Shi'ite areas - the first major attack since U.S. and Iraqi forces launched a new security crackdown in the Iraqi capital.
Military News
Bush Calls for More NATO Troops in Afghanistan
February 16, 2007
President Bush says the United States and NATO will stage a spring offensive in Afghanistan against terrorists and Taleban fighters. VOA's Paula Wolfson reports from the White House.
Military News
29 on Trial For 2004 Madrid Train Bombing
February 15, 2007
A trial into Europe's worst terrorist attack, opened in Spain Thursday, with 29 suspects facing charges in train bombings that killed 191 Madrid rush-hour commuters, nearly three years ago. Sabina Castelfranco reports.
Military News
Pace Stands By Remarks on Iran, Says US Has No Intention of Attacking
February 14, 2007
The top U.S. military officer says he believes Iran's government is involved in providing sophisticated explosives to Iraqi insurgents, but he has not seen specific evidence to prove it.
Military News
North Korea agrees to nuclear disarmament
February 14, 2007
2/14/2007 - WASHINGTON (AFNEWS) -- North Korea has agreed to shut down nuclear operations and allow international inspectors into the country, President Bush announced Feb. 14 here, hailing it as an important step toward a nuclear-free Korean Peninsula.
Military News
Somalia Insurgents Hit Hard for Third Day
February 12, 2007
In Somalia, insurgents opposed to the interim government and its Ethiopian allies launched rocket and mortar attacks for the third straight day in several areas of the capital, Mogadishu, further threatening the stability of the Horn of Africa country. VO
Military News
White House Stands By Iran Weapons Claim
February 12, 2007
The White House says it stands by evidence showing a link between Iran and weapons found in Iraq. VOA's Paula Wolfson reports Iran's president says his country is not instigating conflict.
Military News
Iraqis celebrate school reopening
January 26, 2007
BAGHDAD - A neighborhood north of Ramadi celebrated the reopening of a school Tuesday.
Military News
Combined Operation Nets Insurgents, Weapons in Baghdad
January 24, 2007
WASHINGTON - Several insurgents were captured and a weapons cache was found during a combined security operation that was kicked off today in the Haifa Street area of Baghdad, officials said.
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