Jan 20, 2012

Chief of Staff of the Army, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno visits U.S. Army Alaska headquarters at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Jan 20, 2012

Jan 19, 2012

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno issued his Marching Orders Jan. 2012, titled "America's Force of Decisive Action."

Jan 18, 2012

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno emphasized Hawaii's role in Asia Pacific strategy during his visit to U.S. Army Pacific's 25th Infantry Division Jan. 17, 2012.

Jan 13, 2012

Jan 11, 2012

Thank you all here tonight and I want to thank the special guest tonight. I want to take a moment to thank the Medal of Honor winners with us tonight -- Army Major General (Retired) Patrick H. Brady and Marine Sergeant Robert E. O'Malley. They are an inspiration to us here. Mayor Castro, I want to thank you for your support of this game and of the Army. Mr. Lou Miller, thank you for the Rotary's Partnership in the dinner.

Jan 9, 2012

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno spoke Friday to about 100 community, business and education leaders from around the nation about partnering with the Army.

Dec 27, 2011

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno visited with Iraqi leaders and U.S. embassy staff in Baghdad, Dec. 22, 2011.

Dec 21, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno visited with Soldiers deployed to Afghanistan Dec. 21, 2011, to share a holiday message and his gratitude to those deployed through the holiday season.

Dec 21, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno greet Soldiers in Kabul, Afghanistan as part of a holiday troop visit Dec. 20, 2011.

Dec 21, 2011

Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army, visited Kandahar Airfield in Regional Command (South) for a visit with task force and headquarters leadership; and conducted a re-enlistment and awards ceremony Dec. 20-21.

Dec 20, 2011

Dec 20, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno is interviewed by Stephen Colbert at the Colbert Report show in New York City, NY. Dec. 14, 2011.

Dec 20, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno visits Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Germany Dec. 19, 2011.

Dec 16, 2011

There is much discussion in the halls of the Pentagon these days about the role of the Army, and I'd like to share with you my thoughts on the issue.

Dec 12, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno shows his sportsmanship by donning a Navy jersey after Army lost it's 10th consecutive football game to the Midshipmen of Annapolis at FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Dec. 10, 2011.

Dec 9, 2011

It is a pleasure to be here at Fort Sam Houston … a beautiful post … home to so many of our great leaders and Soldiers -- past and present. Thank you all for joining us today. It is a tremendous honor for me to host this ceremony for one of our Army's finest organizations and leadership teams.

Dec 9, 2011

It's great to be back here at Fort Sam Houston -- one of our finest installations with a proud heritage of excellence across a broad range of missions. I was just down here a few weeks ago for the IMCOM change of command and know that ARNORTH also changed last week. Hopefully today will close us out on 3-star changes of command for a while. However, it shows the importance that this historic post plays and the depth it provides to our great Army. Not just MEDCOM, IMCOM, and ARNORTH, but also the many other diverse organizations that call Fort Sam Houston home.

Dec 9, 2011

I appreciate the opportunity to join you, along with Secretary McHugh, to talk about our Army and our current and future challenges. But first, I want to recognize and publically thank an Army Leader who many of you know very well. " He's someone I call a true friend -- GEN Pete Chiarelli, the Vice Chief of Staff of the Army -- who will be retiring this coming February. Today he is attending his last Senate Army Caucus Breakfast.

Dec 9, 2011

Army leadership and supporters turned out by the hundreds in the corridors of the Pentagon and later in the courtyard Dec. 9 for a rally to cheer on the U.S. Military Academy's cadets who face their 112th gridiron showdown against the U.S. Naval Academy.

Dec 8, 2011

Lt. Gen. Patricia D. Horoho became both the first nurse and the first woman appointed as Army surgeon general in a ceremony Dec. 7, 2011, at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va.

Dec 6, 2011

As American forces are scheduled to be out of Iraq by the end of this month, they are leaving the nation in a position to sustain the long-fought peace that has been established over the past nine years, explained Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno at Fort Hood, Texas, Dec. 6, 2011.

Dec 5, 2011

Maj. Gen. Patricia D. Horoho became the first woman and the first nurse to command the Army's largest medical organization when she took command of the U.S. Army Medical Command during a ceremony at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, Dec. 5, 2011.

Dec 1, 2011

Dancing With The Stars sensation and actor, J.R. Martinez, talks about his role as a celebrity and former serviceman with Chief of Staff of the Army General Raymond T. Odierno as he waits to meet with Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta at the Pentagon Thursday, December 1, 2011. Panetta, a fan of Dancing With the Stars, invited Martinez to the Pentagon to meet and congratulate him. In 2003, Martinez was severely burned over 40 percent of his body while serving in Iraq as a U.S. Army Soldier.

Nov 30, 2011

The Army's chief of staff took time Nov. 29, 2011, to thank some civilians who have spent their own time looking out for Soldiers and their families.

Nov 30, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, awarded The Outstanding Civilian Service Medal during an award ceremony at the Hall of Heroes in the Pentagon, D.C. Nov. 29, 2011. Awardees included Tom Watson, Chuck Deleot, Mike Girimont, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Rick Kell, Butch Harmon, Spike Smith and retired Gen. William F. "Buck" Kernan.

Nov 28, 2011

Maj. Gen. William E. Ingram Jr. was simultaneously promoted to lieutenant general and assumed the duties of the director of the Army National Guard during a Pentagon ceremony.

Nov 18, 2011

Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, chief of staff of the Army, visited Fort Bliss Nov. 17, 2011, where the Army is testing systems that will make up the network of tomorrow.

Nov 14, 2011

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno takes part in 2011 Veterans Day activities in New York City Nov. 11, 2011.

Nov 7, 2011

Article by Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno originally published in the 2011 Association of the United States Army Green Book.

Nov 7, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno attends the Army Black Knights versus Air Force Falcons game at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, Nov. 5, 2011. Army jumped out to a 14-0 first-quarter lead, but Air Force scored 24 straight unanswered points in the second half to claim a 24-14 win.

Nov 4, 2011

Senior defense and national security leaders were on hand here yesterday as the National Defense University Foundation honored Arizona Sen. John McCain and Connecticut Sen. Joseph Lieberman at its American Patriot Award dinner.

Nov 4, 2011

Senior defense and national security leaders were on hand here yesterday as the National Defense University Foundation honored Arizona Sen. John McCain and Connecticut Sen. Joseph Lieberman at its American Patriot Award dinner.

Nov 3, 2011

Damage to the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps could be irreversible if the Budget Control Act's "sequestration" provision takes another $600 billion from the defense budget, the military service chiefs said.

Nov 3, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee along with Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, and Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James F. Amos at Capitol Hill, Nov. 2, 2011, in Washington, D.C.

Nov 3, 2011

Nisei World War II veterans from the 442nd Regimental Combat Team were recognized during the World War II Nisei Veterans Program National Veterans Network tribute to the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team and Military Intelligence Service in Washington, D.C., Nov. 1, 2011.

Nov 3, 2011

General Raymond Odierno addresses the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Luncheon Oct. 28, 2011.

Nov 3, 2011

Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army provides remarks at the World War II Bronze Star Ceremony Nov. 1, 2011.

Nov 2, 2011

More than 66 years after hostilities ended in World War II, 40 Americans were presented the Bronze Star medals they deserved for combat service in that conflict.

Nov 2, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan W. Greenert, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz and Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James F. Amos testified before the House Armed Services Committee here on the future of the military services.

Nov 1, 2011

U.S. Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army, visits U.S. Army Forces Command and U.S. Army Special Operations Command in Fort Bragg, N.C. on Oct. 27, 2011.

Nov 1, 2011

U.S. Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army, meets with commanders and reenlists Soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division during his visit to Fort Drum, N.Y. Oct. 25, 2011.

Oct 31, 2011

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond Odierno challenged the Army War College Class of 2012 to use their time at the Army War College to reflect, think, discuss and publish papers because they will be the ones who develop solutions to the many national security challenges we face in the future.

Oct 28, 2011

Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno and his son, retired Army Capt. Anthony K. Odierno, received the Basilone Award from the National Italian American Foundation in a ceremony at the National Archives last night.

Oct 25, 2011

The U.S. Army's top military officer visited Fort Drum, N.Y., Tuesday to be briefed by the installation's senior leadership while also taking time to assess Army operations at the northern New York post -- home of the 10th Mountain Division (LI).

Oct 19, 2011

U.S. Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army, meets with cadets at the United States Military Academy during a visit to West Point, N.Y. Oct. 13, 2011.

Oct 17, 2011

Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, and Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno spoke on behalf of military children, at the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention's national conference, citing the challenges and stresses they endure to an audience of child support professionals from across the nation.

Oct 13, 2011

Top Army leadership renewed the Army Family Covenant, the Army's formal commitment to support Soldiers and their families, with a signing this week at the 2011 Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition.

Oct 12, 2011

Looming budget cuts across the Department of Defense mean the Army must be prepared to conduct business with less funding, and the service's senior officer said this may also mean doing less.

Oct 12, 2011

The Army has come a long way when it comes to caring for gold star families, but it can do more, the chief of staff of the Army told survivors and other family members here Tuesday.

Oct 12, 2011

This weekend, Army leaders used the Association of the United States Army's annual meeting to warn against steep cuts to the Army that could excessively shrink the force, making it difficult to meet the demands of a complex and volatile strategic landscape.

Oct 11, 2011

The U.S. Army is making substantial progress with numerous ongoing efforts designed to improve the acquisition process, service leaders told reporters Oct. 10, 2011, at the 2011 Association of the United States Army Annual Meeting and Exposition in Washington, D.C.

Oct 11, 2011

Family programs remain important and their budgets will not be used to fund other initiatives, the secretary and chief of staff of the Army pledged Monday.

Oct 11, 2011

Thank you very much. It is an honor to be here. Thank you General Sullivan for that introduction and thank you for your lifetime of service to our Nation and how you continue to serve everyday. It's really a privilege to be here at the Association of the United States Army annual meeting. I am extremely happy to have the opportunity to talk to all of you as the 38th Chief of Staff. In the early days of my tenure, it is particularly important to me as we move forward.

Oct 6, 2011

Budget challenges loom in the Army's future. In fact, just about any portion of the federal budget could be cut to help the United States reduce its yearly deficit.

Sep 26, 2011

Sept. 16, 2011 -- Patriot Foundation Soldiers Appreciation Dinner Remarks

Sep 25, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno visited wounded warriors at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md., Sept. 22, 2011.

Sep 22, 2011

Senior land forces commanders from across Europe wrapped up three days of discussion of military partnerships and security cooperation as the U.S. Army Europe-led Conference of European Armies came to a close Sept. 21, 2011.

Sep 21, 2011

Sept. 20, 2011 - Chief of Staff of the Army address to Conference of European Armies

Sep 21, 2011

Sept. 14, 2011 - FORSCOM Assumption of Command Ceremony

Sep 19, 2011

The Patriot Foundation held its 6th Annual Soldier Appreciation Dinner at the National Golf Club in Pinehurst, N.C., Sept. 16, 2011. The foundation provides support to the Families of Soldiers in the 82nd Airborne Division, XVIII Airborne Corps, U.S. Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg Warrior Transition Battalion and the Survivors Outreach Program.

Sep 13, 2011

Gen. David M. Rodriguez took command of U.S. Army Forces Command(FORSCOM), here today, in a ceremony that formalized the transformation of the "Home of the Airborne and Special Operations Forces" into a "four-star" installation.

Sep 13, 2011

After assuming responsibility as the Army's new chief of staff, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno discussed challenges ranging from transnational terrorism to "uncertainty of the Arab Spring," to looming resource cuts, and he called for caution to avoid a hollowing of the force.

Sep 12, 2011

Gen. David M. Rodriguez took command of U.S. Army Forces Command here today in a ceremony that formalized the transformation of the "Home of the Airborne and Special Operations Forces" into a "four-star" installation.

Sep 9, 2011

A day after being sworn in as the new chief of staff of the Army, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno laid out some priorities for his tenure.

Sep 8, 2011

Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Army, speaks at his Change of Responsibility Ceremony on Sept. 7, 2011.

Sep 7, 2011

Senate Armed Services Committee holds confirmation hearing on three military nominations--Navy Adm. James Winnefeld to be Joint Chiefs of Staff Vice Chairman, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno to be Army Chief of Staff and Air Force Gen. William Fraser III to be U.S. Transportation Command Commander.

Sep 7, 2011

Gen. Raymond T. Odierno was sworn in Wednesday morning as the Army's 38th chief of staff during a ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., near the Pentagon.

Sep 7, 2011

After assuming responsibility as the Army's 38th chief of staff, Gen. Raymond T. Odierno discussed challenges ranging from transnational terrorism to "uncertainty of the Arab Spring," to looming resource cuts, and he called for caution to avoid a hollowing of the force.

Sep 6, 2011

President Barack Obama announced May 30, 2011, that he will nominate Gen. Raymond T. Odierno as the next chief of staff of the Army. Obama also announced he will nominate Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, the Army's current chief of staff, to be chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Sep 6, 2011

Gen. Raymond T. Odierno testified in front of the Senate Armed Services Committee, July 21, 2011, as part of the confirmation process for his nomination as the next chief of staff of the Army.

Sep 6, 2011

Sep 6, 2011

Aug 18, 2011

Gen. Martin Dempsey, Army chief of staff and the next chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, spoke to the Army War College Class of 2012 about leadership lessons, challenges they will face and skills they need to develop, at Carlisle Barracks, Penn., Aug. 18, 2011.

Aug 3, 2011

Gen. Martin E. Dempsey was confirmed by the Senate Tuesday as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Gen. Raymond T. Odierno was confirmed to assume Dempsey's post as chief of staff of the Army.

Aug 3, 2011

Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta praised six officers yesterday after the Senate confirmed their nominations for key leadership positions, including the military's two top uniformed posts.

Jul 29, 2011

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey visited Soldiers, civilians and families in South Korea July 28 - 29, 2011.

Jul 27, 2011

Work ahead for the U.S. military includes completing current conflicts and preparing for an uncertain future, Gen. Martin E. Dempsey told members of the Senate Armed Services Committee today.

Jul 26, 2011

One active-duty and five National Guard Special Forces Soldiers were honored with the Croix de la Valeur Militaire in a private ceremony at the French ambassador's residence attended by senior leaders.

Jul 26, 2011

On July 26, 2011, the Senate Armed Services Committee held a confirmation hearing on the nomination of Gen. Martin Dempsey, chief of staff of the Army, to be joint chiefs of staff chairman.

Jul 25, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey hosted the retirement ceremony for Maj. Gen. Douglas L. Carver, chief of chaplains, at Conmy Hall, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., July 22,2011. Carver's wife, Sunny, was also recognized.

Jul 14, 2011

Medal of Honor recipient and Ranger Sgt. 1st Class Leroy A. Petry was inducted into the Hall of Heroes in a standing-room-only ceremony at the Pentagon today.

Jun 17, 2011

The man tapped to be the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, addressed more than 1,000 graduating students June 10 on Fort Leavenworth.

Jun 16, 2011

A Twilight Tattoo was hosted by the Secretary of the Army, the Honorable John M. McHugh, Chief of Staff of the Army, General Martin E. Dempsey and Sergeant Major of the Army, Raymond F. Chandler III at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, June 15, 2011.

Jun 14, 2011

2011 Army Birthday wreath laying at Tomb of the Unknowns

Jun 14, 2011

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Martin Dempsey spoke at the 2011 Army Birthday Ball on June 11, 2011.

Jun 12, 2011

The 236th Army Birthday Ball was held at the Gaylord Hotel, National Harbor, Md., June 11, 2011.

Jun 6, 2011

Gen. Martin Dempsey, Chief of Staff of the Army, spoke to the students of the Army War College Class of 2011 in Bliss Hall June 3. He spoke about a variety of topics including strategic leadership and the importance of relationships formed between services and nations at schools like the USAWC.

May 23, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Martin Dempsey visited Soldiers from the Louisiana National Guard to thank them for their hard work and dedication in supporting the state of Louisiana and its citizens during flood operations at the Bonnet Carre Spillway, May 21, 2011.

May 20, 2011

The Army's best young leaders, who exemplify duty, honor and country, gathered at the Pentagon May 19, 2011, to receive the Gen. Douglas MacArthur Leadership Award.

May 6, 2011

May 5, 2011 -- CSA remarks to AUSA Institute of Land Warfare breakfast

May 5, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey brought his intent for the Army of 2020 to the AUSA Institute of Land Warfare breakfast, leading off with a video accompanied by a song played by a band called "Disturbed."

May 5, 2011

Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, the 37th chief of staff of the Army, hosted a relinquishment of command and retirement ceremony May 3, 2011, for Lt. Gen. Robert L. Van Antwerp, chief of engineers and commanding general of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, at Fort McNair, Washington, D.C.

May 5, 2011

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey gives the keynote address at a breakfast hosted by the Institute of Land Warfare in Arlington, Va., May 5, 2011.

May 3, 2011

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Martin E. Dempsey presents the Hall of Heroes induction plaque to Silvia Svehla, sister of Korean War Medal of Honor recipient Army Pfc. Henry Svehla, during a ceremony at the Pentagon, May 3, 2011.

May 3, 2011

A ceremony at the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes honored Pfc. Anthony T. Kaho'ohanohano and Pfc. Henry Svehla, two Soldiers who were posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for displaying conspicuous gallantry during the Korean War.

May 3, 2011

The names of two Soldiers, Korean War veterans, were placed into the Hall of Heroes during a ceremony May 3, 2011, at the Pentagon. It's an honor reserved for those who have earned the Medal of Honor.

Apr 25, 2011

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey visits leaders and Soldiers in Afghanistan, April 21-22, 2011.

Apr 20, 2011

Gen. Martin E. Dempsey visits Iraq and Camp Victory during his first overseas visit as the new 37th Chief of Staff of the Army.

Apr 19, 2011

Leader development is key to the ongoing success of Army, said the Army's new chief of staff during a visit with troops from United States Division - Center at Camp Liberty, Iraq.