To our troops serving overseas; God Bless you for your service. Words cannot express how grateful we are for your efforts to spread freedom. The work that you are doing will build a lasting peace in a region that only knew despair and conflict. It will be a long struggle but history will show that the struggle is well worth your efforts. Thank you so much.

Afghanistan Now Has Forces, Resources, Petraeus Says

With the vast majority of 30,000 additional troops now in Afghanistan, surge forces have started conducting operations and are positioned to make major strides in the country, said Army Gen. David H. Petraeus.

Students Rate Quality Education, DoDEA Director Says

Military children attending Department of Defense Education Activity schools deserve the best education possible.

U.S. Military Boosts Pakistan Aid Capabilities

The U.S. military is boosting its flood-relief capabilities to Pakistan by deploying more aircraft and increasing the number of aid distribution stations in the flood-stricken nation, the Pakistan aid task force commander said.

Air Guard's 'Wingman Project' Offers Hope

The Air National Guard's "Wingman Project" trains citizen-airmen and their families to recognize the signs of suicide and help others in need.

Face of Defense: Sailors Serve Meals at Homeless Shelter

Sailors assigned to the USS Constitution, which is visiting Baltimore, home of its sister ship the USS Constellation, have prepared and served food at a local homeless shelter as part of Baltimore Navy Week.