New U.S. Marines of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, participate in a graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego, August 27, 2021. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation including training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills and Marines Corps customs and traditions. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Tyler […]
Commissioning USS Vermont
On August 28th, 2021 the US Navy celebrated the commissioning of USS Vermont (SSN-792). The ceremony took place aboard submarine base New London, Connecticut. Transcript Good morning ladies and gentlemen, it’s my distinct honor and privilege to welcome you to naval submarine base, New London for the commissioning commemoration of USs Vermont, I’m lieutenant Joshua […]
Defense, Military Officials Hold News Conference
Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby and Army Maj. Gen. William D. “Hank” Taylor, Joint Staff deputy director for regional operations, brief the media at the Pentagon, August 30, 2021. Transcript Good morning military operations in Afghanistan continue with our primary focus on the safety and security of the troops who remain in Kabul. On […]
Naval Station Rota receives its first wave of evacuees for Operation Allies Refuge
(August 27, 2021) Naval Station Rota receives its first wave of evacuees for Operation Allies Refuge, in support of the Department of Defense mission to facilitate the safe departure and relocation of U.S. citizens, Special Immigration Visa recipients, and vulnerable Afghan populations from Afghanistan. NAVSTA Rota is currently supporting the Department of Defense mission to […]
Secretary Blinken Delivers Remarks to the Press on Afghanistan
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken delivers on-camera remarks to the press on efforts to bring Americans home and support for the broader evacuation from Afghanistan, August 25, 2021 Transcript Good afternoon, I’d like to give you all an update on the situation in Afghanistan and our ongoing efforts there, particularly as they relate to […]