Recently added articles from U.S. Department of Defense Speeches:
International Institute for Strategic Studies.(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
May 30, 2009 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Singapore, Saturday, May 30, 2009 Thank you for that kind introduction, John. And, as always, let me thank the International Institute for Strategic Studies, our Singaporean hosts, and everyone else who has helped put ...
Wichita High School East commencement.(secretary of defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
May 27, 2009 ... As delivered by secretary of defense Robert M. Gates, Wichita State University (Wichita, KS), Wednesday, May 27, 2009 Thank you, Katherine. It's good to be home again. Nearly a half century ago--and yes, I am that old--I was sitting where you are now. I remember what ...
U.S. Military Academy commencement.(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
May 23, 2009 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, West Point, New York, Saturday, May 23, 2009 Thank you. Thank you, General Hagenbeck. It's an honor to be here to deliver my first commencement address at the United States Military Academy here at West Point. Many ...
2009 Intrepid Freedom Award.(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
May 21, 2009 ... As delivered by secretary of defense Robert M. Gates, New York City, NY, Thursday, May 21, 2009. Brent [Scowcroft] is an example of patriotism, dedication, and total integrity that has inspired me for three-and-a-half decades. He is my friend and he is my role model. This event ...
Dedication of the Defense Humanitarian Relief Corridor (Washington, D.C.).(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
May 19, 2009 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, The Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Tuesday, May 19, 2009 Alright Mike [Rhodes]. At Camp Leatherneck, I was introduced as Bill Gates. I said, "He's the rich one." Thank you all for joining us. Given that so much of ...
Submitted statement to the House Armed Services Committee.
May 13, 2009; ... As Submitted by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Room 2118, Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C., Wednesday, May 13, 2009 INTRODUCTION Mr. Chairman, Representative McHugh, members of the committee: Thank you for inviting me to discuss the details of ...
Opening statement to the House Armed Services Committee.(Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
May 13, 2009 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Room 2118, Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C., Wednesday, May 13, 2009 Mr. Chairman, Representative McHugh, members of the committee: Thank you for inviting me to discuss the details of the President's Fiscal ...
Opening statement to the Senate Appropriations Committee as delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Room SD-106, Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., Thursday, April 30, 2009.
Apr 30, 2009 ... Mr. Chairman, Senator Cochran, members of the committee: Thank you for giving me the opportunity to discuss the Fiscal Year 2009 Supplemental Request. I am honored to be here with Secretary Clinton. Our joint appearance symbolizes the continuing improvement in relationships and ...
Naval War College (Newport, RI) as delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Newport, RI, Friday, April 17, 2009.
Apr 17, 2009 ... Good morning. It's a real pleasure to be here for my first visit as secretary to the Naval War College. Based on the weather I'm thinking I may move the Pentagon here. As you may know, this week I have visited each of the service war colleges and I discussed the budget ...
Army War College (Carlisle, PA) as delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Carlisle, PA, Thursday, April 16, 2009.
Apr 16, 2009 ... Good afternoon. Please be seated. It's a real pleasure for me to be here for my first visit to the Army War College. Glad to hear there are a few Aggies in the audience. I understand that you've got the Jim Thorpe Sports Days coming up next week. So best of luck in your competition against ...
Air War College (Montgomery, AL).
Apr 15, 2009 ... Air War College (Montgomery, AL) As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base, Montgomery, AL, Wednesday, April 15, 2009 Good morning. It's a pleasure to be back at Maxwell. As you may know, this week I am visiting each of the ...
Defense budget recommendation statement (Arlington, VA).
Apr 06, 2009; ... As Prepared for Delivery by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Arlington, VA, Monday, April 06, 2009 Today, I am announcing the key decisions I will recommend to the president with respect to the fiscal year 2010 defense budget. The president agreed to this unorthodox ...
Swearing-in of Deputy Secretary of Defense William Lynn (Washington, D.C.).(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
Mar 30, 2009 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Washington, D.C., Monday, March 30, 2009 Admiral Mullen, thank you for that introduction. A special welcome to the entire Lynn family--especially Bill's wife Mary, and his daughter Catherine. Thank you ...
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society ball (Washington, D.C.).
Mar 28, 2009; ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Washington Hilton, Washington, D.C., Saturday, March 28, 2009 It's a real pleasure to be here this evening. It's especially good to get out of the Pentagon for a few hours" especially at the height of the budget season. ...
Opening statement to the Senate Armed Services Committee.(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
Jan 27, 2009; ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Room SD-106, Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., Tuesday, January 27, 2009 Mr. Chairman, Senator McCain, members of the committee: Thank you for the opportunity to provide an overview of challenges facing the ...
Submitted statement to the Senate Armed Services Committee.(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
Jan 27, 2009; ... As Submitted by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Room SD-106, Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C., Tuesday, January 27, 2009 Mr. Chairman, Senator McCain, members of the committee: Thank you for the opportunity to provide an overview of challenges facing the ...
24th annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. observance (Arlington, VA).
Jan 15, 2009; ... As delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Pentagon Conference Center (Arlington, VA), Thursday, January 15, 2009 Thank you, Mike. Good morning and welcome to this celebration of Doctor Martin Luther King Junior's life and legacy. This past ...
Commissioning ceremony for USS George H.W. Bush (Norfolk, VA).(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
Jan 10, 2009 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Norfolk, VA, Saturday, January 10, 2009. Mr. President, Mr. Vice President, Governor. It is a special pleasure to be here with the Bush family, and so many distinguished military and civilian leaders, on this historic day. ...
Armed Forces farewell to the President of the United States (Arlington, VA).
Jan 06, 2009; ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Arlington, VA, Tuesday, January 06, 2009 Thank you, Admiral Mullen. Some of you of a certain generation might remember a line from the John Wayne movie "Red River," an epic story of a thousand-mile cattle drive ...
Manama dialogue (Bahrain).(Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates)(Speech)
Dec 13, 2008 ... As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Manama, Bahrain, Saturday, December 13, 2008 Thank you, John [Chipman], for that introduction. And my thanks to the Kingdom of Bahrain and his majesty King Hamad for graciously hosting us once again. The United ...