U.S. Department of Defense Speeches articles from July 2007

U.S. Department of Defense Speeches archives from July 2007

Gordon England: we must remember the sacrifices for independence.
July 4, 2007... BALTIMORE-- On July Fourth the rocket's red glare will be seen over Fort McHenry as Baltimore, my hometown, celebrates our nation's independence. I remember as a boy seeing the Star-Spangled Banner proudly flying high over Fort McHenry. I...

Our soldiers need allies at home.
July 5, 2007... Boston Herald 4 July 2007 Alexander Milley was a U.S. Marine during World War II and landed with the 4th Marine Division on Iwo Jima. He also saw combat in amphibious landings at Tinian, Saipan and Kwajalein. He is the reason we refer to...

Let's match courage of those who serve country.(Brief article)
July 6, 2007... This weekend Indianapolis will again host some extraordinary men. The survivors of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis are here to mark the 62nd anniversary of one of history's most dramatic stories of human endurance and resilience. For four...

U.S. special operations command change of command ceremony.
July 9, 2007... Remarks as Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Tampa Convention Center, Tampa, Florida, Monday, July 09, 2007 Good morning. It's good to be back in Tampa. I was here last March for the CENTCOM change of command down at...

Marine Corps Association annual dinner.
July 18, 2007... As delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel, Arlington, VA, Wednesday, July 18, 2007 Thank you, General Palm, for that kind introduction. And let me express my appreciation to the Marine Corps...

Farewell to Admiral Giambastiani.
July 27, 2007... As delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Annapolis, MD, Friday, July 27, 2007 Well, I can't possibly top that. (Laughter) I have no animals in the background. Mr. Vice President, Mrs. Cheney--you honor us by being with us...

Statement for the record before the House Budget Committee.
July 31, 2007... As delivered by Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon R. England, Washington, DC, Tuesday, July 31, 2007 Statement of the Honorable Gordon England Deputy Secretary of Defense Before the House Budget Committee 31 July 2007 Chairman Spratt,...