Press Conferences at Pentagon

Formal settings showcasing officials speaking at the Pentagon. Images are professional, primarily featuring American flags and podiums.

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Opening ceremony unveiling the new Museum and Visitor Center at Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne joining Pennsylvania Governor Edward Rendell, National Park Service officials including Gettysburg Superintendent John Latschar, representatives of The Gettysburg Foundation, and Civil War movie actor Stephen Lang among the dignitaries delivering remarks

President Bush holds press conference to defend stance on Iraq

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020116-A-2682N-016. Base: Fort Mcpherson State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: FORSCOM

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President Bush holds press conference to defend stance on Iraq

Retired U.S. Navy Capt. Jim Lyons speaks to the audience of the U.S. Navys Nuclear Power Training Unit - Charleston graduation ceremony aboard USS Yorktown (CV 10) at the Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, Jan. 12, 2024. During the ceremony, the first three Royal Australian Navy officers graduated from the school, marking a significant step in Australias goal to operate conventionally armed, nuclear-powered attack submarines.

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Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to Ellis Island, New York City, New York, where he addressed newly naturalized U.S. citizens during Citizenship Day ceremonies, met with National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Park Police personnel, and joined U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Emilio Gonzalez for announcement of joint USCIS-NPS program to welcome new citizens at National Park sites

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The Secretary of Defense, The Honorable Mr. Donald H. Rumsfeld, DOD, speaks to Marines and Sailors about the issues concerning the war on terrorism in the United States and abroad during his visit to Camp Pendleton. (DoD photo by Lance CPL. Jason S. Hughes) (Released). The Secretary of Defense, The Honorable Mr. Donald H. Rumsfeld, DOD, speaks to Marines and Sailors about the issues concerning the war on terrorism in the United States and abroad during his visit to Camp Pendleton. (DoD photo by Lance Cpl. Jason S. Hughes) (Released)

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Senators Hagel, Biden and Levin propose symbolic opposition to President Bush's surge plan for Iraq

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Vice President Mike Pence delivers opening remarks during the National Space Council meeting titled, "Moon, Mars, and Worlds Beyond, Winning the Next Frontier," Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018 at the National War College at Fort Lesley J. McNair in Washington. Chaired by the Vice President, the council's role is to advise the President regarding national space policy and strategy, and review the nation's long-range goals for space activities.

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2006 Korean War Veterans Armistice Day Ceremony at the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne joining Vice President Dick Cheney and South Koreaa's Ambassador to the U.S., Lee Tae-Sik, among the dignitaries participating

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry announces the release of the U.S. Department of State�s �To Walk the Earth in Safety,� a report summarizing the accomplishments of the U.S. Conventional Weapons Destruction Program, at the Department in Washington, D.C., on December 8, 2014.

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060619-N-0696M-305. Complete Scene Caption: Mr. Marty Allen (left), Chairman of the Gerald R. Ford Foundation; U.S. Marine Corps GEN. Peter Pace (second from left), Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of STAFF; The Honorable Donald H. Rumsfeld (second from right), U.S. Secretary of Defense; and the Honorable Dick Cheney (right), Vice President of the United States; are shown seated during the presentation ceremony of the Gerald R. Ford medal for Distinguished Public Service held at the National Archives in Washington, District of Columbia, on June 19, 2006. This award is presented to five U.S. military service members, each representing their respective service, in recognition for their outstanding public contributions that reflect the qualities demonstrated by President Ford during his public service career. These qualities are: strength of character, integrity, trustworthiness, fidelity to principles in decision making, sound judgment, decisiveness, determination, diligence, self-confiden

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III speaks with Georgian Defense Minister Juansher Burchuladze during a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Feb. 9, 2023.

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President George H. W. Bush presented a posthumous Medal of Honor to the sisters of Corporal (CPL) Freddie Stowers, a native of Anderson County South Carolina for action during World War I. CPL Stowers displayed exceptional heroism on September 28, 1918, as a squad leader in Company C, 371st Infantry Regiment, 93rd Infantry Division. His unit devastated by the enemy, with bold personal bravery and leadership he took charge, inspired his men to follow him into the fray, taking out a machine gun nest. Fatally wounded by gunfire, with his inspiration, Company C pressed its attack against incredible odds, aiding in the capture of Hill 188, causing heavy enemy casualties. CPL Stowers is the.... Complete Scene Caption: President George H. W. Bush presented a posthumous Medal of Honor to the sisters of Corporal (CPL) Freddie Stowers, a native of Anderson County South Carolina for action during World War I. CPL Stowers displayed exceptional heroism on September 28, 1918, as a squad leader in C

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Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby holds a press briefing at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 17, 2022.

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Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby holds a press briefing at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 5, 2022.

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Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to Vicksburg National Military Park, Vicksburg, Mississippi, for touring, participation in events highlighting the restoration project--funded jointly by the National Park Service and the Friends of the Vicksburg National Military Park and Campaign, as part of the National Park Centennial Initiative--aimed at replacing interpretive battlefield markers and conserving the array of bronze statuary and stone monuments at the Civil War site. Joining Secretary Kempthorne for the events, including the unveiling of the first group of 22 metal markers identifying the specific locations of various Union and Confederate artillery batteries during the siege and defense of Vicksburg, were National Park Service Director Mary Bomar, Advisory Council on Historic Preservation Chairman John Nau III, and country music star Trace Adkins, among other dignitaries.

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo attends the 120th Army-Navy Game in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on December 14, 2019.

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Nov. 16, 2022) Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro delivers remarks during an all-hands call at Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay on Nov. 16, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation which enables and supports U.S., Allied, Coalition, and Partner nation forces to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

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Military families are vital to the nations defense, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs Dennis M. McCarthy tells about 1,200 people attending the 2009 National Guard Family Program Volunteer Workshop in Dearborn, Mich., on July 27, 2009.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts the annual POW/MIA recognition ceremony at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 16, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)

231025-N-ZG822-1857 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 25, 2022) Rear Adm. Dennis Velez, commander, Carrier Strike Group 10, George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, introduces Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General of NATO, to the crew aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during the NATO-led vigilance activity Neptune Strike 2022.2 (NEST 22.2), Oct. 25, 2022. NEST 22.2 is the natural evolution of NATO's ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of a carrier strike group to support the defense of the alliance in Europe.

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The President of the United States, William J. Clinton presented the nation's highest award for military valor The Medal of Honor (Posthumously) to the widows of Sergeant First Class Randall D. Shughart, Stephanie (left) and MASTER Sergeant Gary I. Gordon, Carmen, with 3-year old Brittany. The Sergeants were killed on 03 October 1993, while serving as Sniper Team Member and Leader, United States Army Special Operation Command with Task Force Ranger in Mogadishu, Somalia. They provided precision sniper fires from the lead helicopter during an assault on a building and at two helicopter crash sites, while subjected to intense automatic weapons and rocket propelled grenade fires. Base: White House, Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

2006 Korean War Veterans Armistice Day Ceremony at the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne joining Vice President Dick Cheney and South Koreaa's Ambassador to the U.S., Lee Tae-Sik, among the dignitaries participating

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Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearing on Hamdan v. Rumsfeld Supreme Court ruling

Event honoring the 186th birthday of Ulysses S. Grant, at the General Grant National Memorial, New York City, New York, with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne delivering remarks and joining participating dignitaries incluiding U.S. Army Brigadier General Robert Caslen, Commandant of the Corps of Cadets at the U.S. Military Academy; Adrian Benepe, New York City Commissioner of the Department of Parks and Recreation; Maria Burks, Commissioner of the National Parks of New York Harbor; and Ulysses Grant Dietz, the great-great grandson of General Grant. Also on hand for the event, featuring a wreath-laying ceremony, were members of the U.S. Military Academy Corps of Cadets Honor Guard.

Vice President J. Danforth Quayle speaks to crew members aboard the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67). Quayle is aboard the ship during a three-day visit with military forces deployed to the Middle East in Support of Operation Desert Shield. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD Base: Jiddah Country: Saudi Arabia (SAU)

Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby holds a press briefing, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 2, 2022. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jack Sanders)

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine speaks during the 2022 Governors Wreath-Laying Ceremony May 27, 2022, at the Ohio Statehouse atrium in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine were joined by Gold Star Families to honor the men and women who sacrificed their lives in service to their country, during the event leading up to Memorial Day.

U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey addresses veterans and their guests being honored during "A Nation's Gratitude Dinner," hosted by President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House Feb. 29, 2012. The dinner included men and women in uniform from all ranks, services, states and backgrounds, representative of the many thousands of Americans who served in Iraq and was an expression of the nation's gratitude for the achievements and enormous sacrifices of those who served there and of the families who supported them.

Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby holds a press briefing at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 16, 2022.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, participate in a joint press briefing at the close of the eighth Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan. 20, 2023.

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National Guard Association of the United States Chair Maj. Gen. Tod Bunting, congratulates Congressman Neil Abercrombie (D-HI), following his address to the 131st Annual National Guard Association of the United States Conference on Sept. 12, 2009 in Nashville, TN. Abercrombie was awarded the Harry S. Truman Award for his contributions to the National Guard.

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120312-N-AC887-005NORFOLK (March 12, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Ray Mabus, testifies during a Senate Energy subcommittee field hearing on water and power aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). The hearing highlighted the Navy and Marine Corps' operational and shore energy initiatives, including smart metering, energy efficiency and renewable energy projects.

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Deputy Assistant to the Secretary of Defense (RUE) Laura Cooper answers questions from the media during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Oct. 4, 2022. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jack Sanders)

Veterans' Employment and Training Service - Veterans Day Salute Awards

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Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Kenneth Cordier, delivers a speech at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Sept. 16, 2022. Cordier was a fighter pilot during the Vietnam War where he was shot down and spent over 8 years as a prisoner of war in prisons like the Hanoi Hilton.

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SAN DIEGO (Nov. 09, 2022) - Retired Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy and former Command Master Chief of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88) Rick West, gives remarks during a ceremony celebrating the ships 20th anniversary.

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Ceremony at Department of Interior South Building marking adoption by Department employees of the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division and the 10th Mountain Division as wartime focal points for volunteer activities on behalf of military families

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Retired Lt. Col. David Hartline speaks at his Purple Heart award ceremony at Alabama National Guard Joint Force Headquarters, July 14, 2022. (Army photo by Staff Sgt. William Frye).

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Michael Donley, secretary of the Air Force, addresses the 131st Guard Association of the United States General Conference in Nashville, Tenn., on Sept. 11, 2009. "Cyber warfare is a priority of the Air Force and the National Guard brings special skills to this fight," Donley said.

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