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By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2013 - The new Distinguished Warfare Medal will retain its place in the order of precedence among military decorations, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said here today.
Much of the public discussion of the new medal has centered on its precedence. It ranks below the Distinguished Flying Cross and above the Bronze Star.
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By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr.
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 19, 2013 - The U.S. flag has been a symbol of American courage and patriotism for more than 200 years, and those who serve in the military hold it in high reverence.
So it's no surprise that Army Sgt. William H. Carney risked his life in 1863 to safeguard the symbol of American pride and inspiration, earning the distinction of being the first African-American to be awarded the Medal of Honor.
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This updated fact sheet contains information about TRICARE coverage for National Guard and Reserve members and their families. It describes TRICARE coverage throughout your career, eligibility, medical and dental benefit coverage options by sponsor status and much more.
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By Amaani Lyle
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2013 - A U.S. Army soldier who was awarded the Medal of Honor for risking his life to save his comrades during an ambush in Afghanistan has been inducted into the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes.
Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta, Army Secretary John McHugh and Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno presented the Medal of Honor flag and Hall of Heroes plaque to Staff Sgt. Clinton L. Romesha. President Barack Obama awarded the 31 year old the nation's highest military honor at a White House ceremony a day earlier.
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By Terri Moon Cronk
American Forces Press Service
ANNAPOLIS, Md., Feb. 19, 2013 - In its quest to help veterans find employment, the Defense Department is collaborating with states, which represent the center of gravity for jobs, said Frank DiGiovanni, director, Training Readiness and Strategy for the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Readiness.
DiGiovanni testified Tuesday before a Maryland state administrative panel in Annapolis on the benefits of the state's Veterans Full Employment Act of 2013. The crux of the act would require licensing units and boards to give credit to veterans for related military training, education and experience. Giovanni heads the licensing and credentialing task force for the Defense Department.
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by Gloria Kwizera
Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs
"JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas" - Need assistance setting up a budget, learning a new language or doing your homework? Look no further than your online Air Force library, where Air Force library staff work to meet customers’ needs in an evolving digital world.
Worldwide, Air Force libraries offer online learning resources, digital magazines, music, movies and much more for Total Force Airmen, civilians, retirees and family members.
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By C. Todd Lopez
Army News Service
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12, 2013 - President Barack Obama placed the Medal of Honor around the neck of former Army Staff Sgt. Clinton L. Romesha during a ceremony yesterday in the East Room of the White House.
Romesha, the fourth living service member to receive the medal for service in Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom, earned the Medal of Honor for actions Oct. 3, 2009, at Combat Outpost Keating in the Kamdesh district of Afghanistan's Nuristan province.
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Reservists in
Federal Status |
| NG-Army Reserve | | 39,697
| Navy | | 4,230
| ANG - Air Force | | 8,736
| Marine Corps | | 2,446
| Coast Guard | | 525
| Total Activated | | 55,634
Change since
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