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.

Cartwright Lauds Nonprofit Groups for Military Support

The work of volunteers is as important to the legacy of America as the contributions of those who serve in uniform, said Marine Corps Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

U.S. Continues to Aid Flood-Stricken Pakistanis

Even as floodwaters begin to recede in Pakistan, the United States is continuing to rush assets there to help the millions affected by record monsoon floods.

Family Matters Blog: Army Secretary Vows Support for Programs

In this blog, guest blogger Heather Forsgren Weaver writes about a visit Army Secretary John McHugh made to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., where he vowed to maintain funding for family programs.

Navy Suicide Prevention: It's an All-Hands Effort

The Navy recognizes the seriousness of suicide and has developed a training method for sailors to acknowledge they are on the front line of suicide prevention.

Face of Defense: Air Force General Reflects on Iraq Duty Tour

After spending more than a year coordinating airpower and helping to ensure U.S. forces there drew down, the top airman in Iraq is headed home.