Marines


Operation Allies Welcome

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Fort Pickett, Va.

ABOUT 

The Department of Defense, through U.S. Northern Command, and in support of the Department of Homeland Security, is providing transportation, temporary housing, medical screening, and general support for at least 50,000 Afghan evacuees at suitable facilities, in permanent or temporary structures, as quickly as possible. This initiative provides Afghan personnel essential support at secure locations outside Afghanistan

 

PHOTO GALLERY
NBA Rising Stars Color Guard
NEW ORLEANS- A joint service color guard presents the colors during the National Anthem before the NBA Rising Stars basketball game at the Smoothie King Center, Feb. 14, 2014. The Armed Forces community had the opportunity to participate in the 2014 NBA All-Star Weekend to highlight the military presence in the New Orleans area and support community outreach events. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class William Benson.