Hispanic Women’s Magazine Honors Latina Servicemembers
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Six military women of Hispanic descent were honored for their service to the nation at Latina Style Magazine’s 4th annual awards luncheon held here Sept. 6. The Defense Department co-hosted the event, titled “Latinas in the Global Fight on Terror.” The luncheon traditionally heralds other Hispanic-American Heritage Month activities, held Sept. 15 through Oct. 15.

Defense Historians Document 9/11 Pentagon Attack
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Nearly six years after a terrorist-controlled plane slammed into the Pentagon, killing 184 people aboard the plane and in the building, Defense Department historians have published a book on the incident and its aftermath.

NORTHCOM hosts Canada, Mexico at Pandemic Influenza Conference
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Representatives from American, Canadian and Mexican military and government agencies came to U.S. Northern Command headquarters here this week to discuss their plans and preparedness for a possible influenza pandemic.

In Letter to Troops, Petraeus Says Surge Gives Coalition Momentum
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The surge has allowed coalition and Iraqi forces to achieve tactical momentum and has given momentum to local reconciliation efforts, but national efforts still lag, the top coalition commander in Iraq said in a letter to servicemembers and civilians of Multinational Force Iraq today.

Military News Videos:

Freedom Walk – New Jersey A group of children in Paramus, New Jersey, make patriotic goody bags for America’s veterans and first responders.

Freedom Walk – Colorado Residents of Fort Carson, Colorado, show support for American troops fighting terrorism around the globe.

Freedom Walk – Pentagon Thousands gather for the America Supports You Freedom Walk from the National Mall to the Pentagon.

Freedom Walk – Illinois People in Barrington, Illinois celebrate America’s military men and women at the 4th annual Family Freedom Festival.

Freedom Walk – National Mall The 3rd annual America Supports You Freedom Walk in Washington, D.C., kicks off at the National Mall.

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