Operation Allies Welcome

Fort Pickett, Va.

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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

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Robert E. Braithwaite, the deputy director for Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces North, receives the Outstanding Federal Executive/Agency Head award at the Audubon Nature Institute Tea Room here May 4. Braithwaite received recognition from the New Orleans Federal Executive Board during public recognition week for his “perseverance in ensuring deploying reserve units are as fully manned, trained, and equipped as possible.” He provides the executive leadership, detailed oversight, and day-to-day direction necessary to ensure timely completion of missions.

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Tags: Nana Dannsaappiah, Public Service Recognition Week, awards, NEW ORLEANS, public service, Marine Forces Reserve

Photo by: Lance Cpl. Nana Dannsaappiah | VIRIN: 110504-M-0000H-001.jpg

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