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Recent Military and World News
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Contracting: A Sure Bet For Veterans
July 10, 2009
If you are interested in working in contracting once you return to civilian life, the Federal Contractor Program can help you get a jump on your career.
Use Your Military Training to Become an Operations Manager
July 10, 2009
You can translate your supply chain know-how into a successful civilian career as an Operations Manager. All you need is a degree.
Build a Career in Engineering
July 10, 2009
Take your engineering skills to the next level with a bachelor's degree. It can help prepare you for a civilian job as an engineering manager.
A Civilian Career for Military Journalists
July 10, 2009
If you'd like to build a civilian writing career, you may want to look into a degree program in English, communications, or journalism.
Defense Department Contracts for 2,400 More MRAP Vehicles
October 19, 2007
WASHINGTON, Oct. 19, 2007 - The Defense Department has let contracts for an additional 2,400 mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicles, bringing the total number of the vehicles ordered to 8,800.
Pakistan's Bhutto Ends 8-Year Exile with Jubilant Homecoming
October 18, 2007
Hundreds of thousands of supporters of Pakistan's former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto are cheering her homecoming after eight years in self-imposed exile.
Doonesbury Creator, Military Bloggers Compile New Book
October 18, 2007
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2007 - War can inspire great writing, like a series of superlative dispatches from servicemembers in Iraq and Afghanistan compiled in a new book that offers an arresting glimpse of life on the front lines.
Gates Aims to Resolve Disconnect Between Military, Security Contractors
October 18, 2007
WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2007 - Multinational Force Iraq and private security contractors too often are working at cross purposes, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates told Pentagon reporters today.
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Independence Day Honors Servicemembers' Selfless Service
By Gerry J. Gilmore
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, July 3, 2007 - America's servicemembers should give themselves a big pat on the back tomorrow as the nation celebrates its Declaration of Independence, the most-senior U.S. military officer said in a statement to troops and families today.
This year marks the 231st observance of the Fourth of July as America's Independence Day, Marine Gen. Peter Pace, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, noted.
"Traditionally, America celebrates the Fourth of July with family picnics, community parades, patriotic concerts, and colorful fireworks," Pace said. "This year, as you commemorate the birthday of our great nation, I would ask that each of you in uniform pause and consider the personal role you -- and the generations before you -- have played in America's freedom."
As citizens across the United States celebrate Independence Day, many overseas-deployed servicemembers "will miss the family gatherings and hometown parades," he said. Those servicemembers deployed to far-flung locales in support of the war against terrorism "stand guard protecting the freedoms we all cherish," he added.
Today's military members possess "a full understanding of exactly what service to this nation means," said Pace, who also saluted servicemembers' "exceptional courage and selflessness."
Thousands of military members have served two, three or four tours of duty in Iraq or Afghanistan, he said. Yet, these troops "remain committed to making a difference," he said.
"To you, and to your families who sacrifice and serve as well as anyone in uniform, you have my heartfelt thanks and best wishes for a happy and safe Independence Day," Pace said.
He said he and the Joint Chiefs are privileged to serve with America's military men and women.
"We are forever grateful for your commitment that this holiday honors," Pace said.
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