Jun 14, 2013

Senior Army and defense leaders, and Soldiers cut a birthday cake, June 13, 2013, at the Pentagon, as part of the Army's 238th birthday celebration.

Jun 14, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III celebrated the Army's birthday, June 14, 2013, with a visit to a local business that provides support and morale-boosting treats -- cupcakes -- to Soldiers.

Jun 12, 2013

Army birthday celebrations began somberly in the nation's capital with a wreath laying at the tomb of the Continental Army's first general, George Washington, at his Mount Vernon estate in Alexandria, Va., June 10, 2013.

Jun 12, 2013

Jun 11, 2013

National Safety Month 2013 tri-signed letter

Jun 11, 2013

"We have challenges when it comes to sexual assault, because from my perspective, we're not really sure what the Army profession, character and commitment is all about," said the Army's top enlisted Soldier.

Jun 9, 2013

Secretary of the Army John McHugh and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler place a wreath at the Mount Vernon tomb of George Washington, the first President and Commander-in-Chief of the United States of America, June 10, 2013, in Alexandria, Va. This the beginning of a week of commemorations and other events in the Washington, DC, area to commemorate the Army's 238th Birthday.

May 31, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III spent three days at Fort Hood, Texas, and managed to cover a good portion of the largest military installation in the country during his visit time.

May 31, 2013

When the Sergeant Major of the Army visited Fort Hood, Texas, May 28-29, 2013, he was tasked by the Chief of Staff of the Army with two important missions.

May 29, 2013

The sergeant major of the Army joined veterans of every conflict since World War II for a solemn Memorial Day ceremony at the Georgetown-Williamson County, Texas, Veterans Memorial Plaza, May 27, 2013.

May 20, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III fires up the U.S. Army wheelchair basketball team during a huddle after their victory against the U.S. Air Force team during the 2012 Warrior Games at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., May 2, 2012.

May 20, 2013

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Mike D. Stevens, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III, and his wife Jeanne, Marine Corps Sgt Maj Micheal P. Barett and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Cody stand during the playing of the service medley's in honor of Armed Forces Day at the Ampitheater in Arlington National Cemetery, Va., May 18, 2013.

May 18, 2013

The Army's top enlisted advisor, along with senior enlisted advisors from sister services, took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., May 18, 2013, in honor of Armed Forces Day.

May 16, 2013

SMA Chandler presents gold medal to Southall

May 15, 2013

Warrior Games and similar activities are "testaments to the nation's support for our wounded warriors, honoring their service and sacrifices," said the Army's top enlisted leader.

May 9, 2013

At the 2013 Military Spouse of the Year Awards ceremony, the nominee from the D.C. Air National Guard walked away with the top honor, but Army spouse Tara Crooks from Fort Sill, Okla., was still a winner.

May 8, 2013

The veterans of World War II "gave something of themselves to protect each and every one of us, to do what needed to be done -- the dirty work of war," said the Army's top enlisted Soldier.

May 2, 2013

Forging bonds with Soldiers of other countries can pay big dividends, said the Army's top enlisted leader.

Apr 29, 2013

2013 Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Tri-signed Letter

Apr 26, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III joined a broad mix of nearly 300 DOD, healthcare and civilian academic professionals from 30 states who met in Ann Arbor, Mich., to discuss the need to work collaboratively to address the resiliency needs of Reserve and National Guard service members and their families.

Apr 26, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler talks to a crowd of attendees of the National Research Summit on Reserve Component Military Families after his speech at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich., April 25-26, 2013. He spoke at the summit about his personal experience with mental health providers after a deployment, contributing to the conversation regarding the unique challenges facing reserve component families' readiness and resiliency.

Apr 17, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III, and his wife Jeanne, talk to Army and Air Force medical personnel working at Brooke Army Medical Center during their visit to Joint Base San Antonio - Fort Sam Houston, Texas, April 16, 2013.

Apr 17, 2013

Top senior Army officials and their spouses visited with wounded warriors and staff during a visit to Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, April 16, 2013.

Apr 15, 2013

The Army has aligned and synchronized services to give Soldiers access to the resources they need to strengthen readiness and resilience, said the sergeant major of the Army.

Apr 4, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited Fort Rucker April 1-2 with Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, chief of staff of the Army, to conduct open discussions with Soldiers about budget constraints, affects of sequestration and what it means to be an Army professional.

Apr 2, 2013

Apr 2, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III shakes hands with Pfc. Christian Hogue after presenting him with the Purple Heart at Forward Operating Base Azizullah, in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, March 26, 2013. Hogue, with Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 36th Infantry Regiment, was wounded in action, Feb. 9, 2013.

Apr 2, 2013

U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno visited Fort Rucker, Ala., April 1, 2013.

Mar 29, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III met with warfighters at Forward Operating Base Frontenac, Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, March 26, 2013, to discuss the current state of the Army and how budget cuts may impact the mission.

Mar 29, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited Soldiers of Camp Buehring, Kuwait, March 25, 2013. While there, he recognized some outstanding Soldiers and spoke to the troops about many of the challenges the Army currently faces.

Mar 21, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III (right) and other service senior enlisted advisors testify to Congress, March 19, 2013, about quality of life and current fiscal uncertainty. He and his counterparts testified before the House Committee on Appropriations, subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies. Chandler said the current continuing resolution is affecting shortfalls in Army funding of overseas contingency operations due to emerging costs in theater, and with the enactment of sequestration, the Army is also being forced to make dramatic cuts to personnel, readiness, and modernization programs, thereby putting national security at risk.

Mar 20, 2013

Senior enlisted advisors of the Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines underscored to lawmakers March 19, 2013, the immense challenges the services face in tough fiscal times.

Mar 4, 2013

Sequestration tri-signed letter

Feb 28, 2013

2013 Celebrating Women's History Month -- tri-signed letter

Feb 25, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler spent the day touring the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, La., Feb. 21, 2013, getting a first-hand glimpse of training and visiting with Soldiers.

Feb 22, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler, and his wife Jeanne, visited Soldiers and families at Fort Polk, La., Feb. 21, 2013.

Feb 14, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III shares the stage with former Staff Sgt. Clinton L. Romesha, and his daugher Gwen, at a reception for the nation's newest recipient of the Medal of Honor. Romesha earned the award for acts of valor, Oct. 3, 2009, at Combat Outpost Keating in Afghanistan. He was presented the award Feb. 11, 2013, by the President Barack H. Obama at the White House, and was inducted into the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes the following day. Shown here, he and his daughter prepare to raise their glasses of soda to toast those who gave their lives in defense of fellow Soldiers. For more information about Romesha and his Medal of Honor citation, visit www.army.mil/medalofhonor/romesha/.

Feb 12, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler III spoke to students Feb. 11, 2013, during the first day of the Army's Command Sergeant Major Force Management Course, at Thurman Hall on Fort Belvoir, Va.

Feb 7, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III (left) joins the senior enlisted advisers from the Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard, while President Barack Obama, addresses the audience at the Commander-in-Chief's Inaugural Ball. The event took place at the Washington Convention Center on the evening of Jan. 21, 2013. In the audience, thousands of service members and family members raised cameras and smartphones to capture a bit of history.

Feb 3, 2013

African American/Black History Month tri-signed letter

Feb 1, 2013

Ending the Direct Ground Combat Exclusion Rule for Female Soldiers tri-signed letter

Jan 31, 2013

Sequestration is a "huge concern for us," said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III.

Jan 30, 2013

"As an Army, we should be seeking the best qualified and most talented individuals and match them against the requirements for the Army, regardless of gender," said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III.

Jan 29, 2013

The "Command Sergeants Major Legal Orientation" three-day pilot course opened Jan. 29, 2013, at The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School, on the campus of the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Va. There were about 50 students in attendance.

Jan 24, 2013

Celebrating Martin Luther King Day tri-signed letter

Jan 16, 2013

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited Fort Bragg, N.C., to meet with sergeants major from various commands throughout the Army during a Board of Directors meeting at U.S. Army Forces Command Headquarters, Jan. 14-18, 2013.

Dec 27, 2012

Tri-signed letter: Army Safety 2012 - A Year in Review and the Year Ahead

Dec 13, 2012

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond T. Odierno and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III talk to honorees at a ceremony in recognition of valor in Operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom during the 113th Army vs. Navy football game, Dec. 8, 2012, in Philadelphia.

Nov 6, 2012

The U.S. Army's top noncommissioned officer encouraged American Soldiers to look out for one another during a visit to South Korea, Nov. 5, 2012.

Oct 24, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III said he believes the Army has drifted away from educating Soldiers about energy conservation.

Sep 26, 2012

Today at 12:30 p.m. Sgt. Maj. of the Army, Raymond F. Chandler III will participate in a bloggers/media roundtable to discuss the Suicide Stand Down and how the Army is working to reduce and eliminate stigma associated with seeking help for suicidal ideations and actions.

Sep 26, 2012

"It's a source of strength to ask for help and we are all about being strong in the Army," said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III, on the eve of the Army-wide suicide stand-down.

Sep 20, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III is encouraging all active-duty, Reserve and National Guard Soldiers to take the Army Service Uniform survey to help inform the Army's decisions regarding future uniforms and equipment.

Sep 20, 2012

The Sergeant Major of the Army visited Fort Sill, Okla., last week, meeting with Soldiers and their families, and observing training on the installation.

Aug 31, 2012

While hazing can be confused with a rite of passage into an organization, especially one as large as and with as much history as the military, it is something the Army does not tolerate, said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III, during a visit to Fort Rucker, Ala.

Aug 23, 2012

During a recent visit to Fort Gordon, Ga., Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III told Soldiers that with force reductions coming, the Army will be eying those who best exemplify the qualities of a professional Soldier.

Jul 27, 2012

Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Lloyd Austin capped off a week-long series of visits to several Army bases, with a final visit to Fort Riley, Kan., July 27, 2012, to develop a better understanding of the "health of the force."

Jul 26, 2012

Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III and his team of key Army leaders conducted their Health of the Force visit at Fort Hood, Texas, July 26, 2012.

Jul 19, 2012

Expect this year's Best Warrior Competition to be a pulse-quickening, gut-wrenching affair. The Department of the Army Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year contest will play out Oct. 15-18 at Fort Lee, Va.

Jun 27, 2012

The sergeant major of the Army and its surgeon general were among those who spoke June 27, 2012, on Capitol Hill about the Army's efforts to battle the devastating effects of post-traumatic stress disorder and other brain injuries.

Jun 22, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Chandler touted a culture of professionalism as he toured Fort Bliss, Texas, June 20, 2012.

Jun 18, 2012

Army senior leaders, wounded warriors, Soldiers, family members and veterans gathered for the Army's 237th Birthday Ball, June 16, 2012, in Washington, D.C.

Jun 14, 2012

The Army birthday week is about recognizing more than two centuries of Soldiers defending freedom, and about saying thank you to those Americans that have ceaselessly supported them in the effort.

Jun 11, 2012

The Army's most senior noncommissioned officer made his first visit to U.S. Army Cyber Command June 7, 2012, and left with a clearer understanding of how the command protects Army computer and electronic networks around the world, and the importance of that mission.

Jun 11, 2012

The Army's top civilian and its top enlisted Soldier kicked off Army birthday week by visiting Mount Vernon, in northern Virginia, and placing a wreath at the tomb of Gen. George Washington and wife Martha, June 11, 2012.

Jun 7, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III discussed Army professionalism and senior enlisted leader expectations of new officers during the Basic Officer Leader Course conference hosted by U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command's Initial Military Training Center of Excellence at Fort Eustis, Va., June 5, 2012.

Jun 6, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited Soldiers of the 7th Sustainment Brigade at 3rd Port, Fort Eustis, Va., June 5, 2012.

Jun 1, 2012

May 10, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler III recently gained insights into Olympic training from Installation Management Command Soldiers in the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program.

May 8, 2012

Sexual harassment and sexual assault continue to remain a scourge the Army intends to continue battling until both are wiped out.

May 3, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III spoke to Fort Carson Soldiers and family members at McMahon Auditorium, May 2, 2012, as part of a three-day visit to the "Home of the 4th Infantry Division."

Apr 25, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III and Mrs. Chandler attended the 2012 U.S. Army Soldier Show "Army Strong" on its opening this weekend at Fort Sam Houston, Texas.

Apr 19, 2012

Troops back from Iraq and beginning the move out of Afghanistan will find a "smaller Army" as the U.S. military enters an era of shrinking budgets, but advancement possibilities are alive and well for those who wish to stay in uniform, the top enlisted Soldier said Thursday.

Apr 4, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited Third Army Soldiers at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, April 1, 2012.

Apr 4, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Ray Chandler speaks to troops at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, and at Forward Operating Base Spin Boldak, Afghanistan. During the one day visit, he gave them words of encouragement and spoke about the upcoming changes in the Army.

Apr 3, 2012

Sexual Assault Awareness Month tri-signed letter

Mar 30, 2012

About 8,000 Soldiers are now trained as "master resilience trainers," and the Army wants even more, but it hopes to train them in an Army school.

Mar 26, 2012

The Army's second highest-ranking officer arrived with a group of Army senior staff members at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., March 23, 2012, to ensure its leaders had every available resource at its disposal.

Mar 26, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III arrived to Chicago, March 16, 2012, to engage with local business leaders and organizations in discussing the importance of hiring veterans.

Mar 23, 2012

Senior enlisted leaders from each service denounced hazing in the armed forces March 22, 2012, and delivered a message of unity while testifying before a congressional panel.

Mar 23, 2012

JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD, Wash.- The U.S. Army Vice Chief of Staff visited JBLM, Friday. General Lloyd Austin III and other Army leaders came to see firsthand the systems and processes that support Soldiers before deployment and upon their return.

Mar 14, 2012

The last group of service members returning home on Rest and Recuperation leave through Dallas landed at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport March 14, 2012, signaling the closure of the airport's personnel assistance point.

Mar 14, 2012

As the U.S. Army reduces its numbers it will enforce standards to ensure that capable and motivated Soldiers will be able to continue to serve.

Mar 13, 2012

The first sergeant major of the Army, William O. Wooldridge, was laid to rest at Fort Bliss National Cemetery in Texas, March 13, 2012, after a long, storied career and life.

Mar 9, 2012

As Spc. Andrew Boyce scrambled to set up a communication tower Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III was watching.

Mar 9, 2012

First Sergeant Major of the Army William O. Wooldridge tri-signed letter

Mar 9, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler and his wife Jeanna began their U.S. Army Europe visit in Heidelberg, Germany, March 5, 2012.

Mar 8, 2012

"What does it actually mean to be an Army professional?" asked Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III, of more than 1,000 Wiesbaden, Germany-based Soldiers at a town hall March 7, 2012.

Feb 24, 2012

The Army will identify the qualities needed in its Soldiers as it downsizes, said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III in a recent roundtable on Soldier professionalism.

Feb 16, 2012

The senior enlisted advisors for the four military services met on Capitol Hill today to discuss with lawmakers issues on the minds of service members. It turns out that for many, it's the same as what's on lawmaker's minds: the budget.

Jan 31, 2012

With the Army leaving Iraq by the end of the month and large drawdowns coming in Afghanistan, some Soldiers may be asked to change their military occupational specialty or leave the Army before they planned, said the Army's top NCO.

Jan 27, 2012

The Secretary of the Army, Chief of Staff of the Army and Sergeant Major of the Army send a special message regarding the release of Army 2020 Generating Health and Discipline in the Force, Report 2012, which is also referred to as the Army Gold Book. To read more about the release of Army 2020: Generating Health and Discipline in the Force, Report 2012, referred to as the Army Gold Book, please use the following link: http://ht.ly/8zbWT.

Jan 23, 2012

The past 10 years of war assured many Soldiers an assignment or promotion with a high degree of certainty, said an official with the Promotions branch. That's no longer necessarily the case.

Jan 18, 2012

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III visited U.S. Army South Headquarters, conducted a town hall meeting with more than 300 enlisted Soldiers at Blesse Auditorium on Fort Sam Houston, Texas, and spoke about possible upcoming policy changes Jan. 6, 2012.

Jan 18, 2012

Redstone Arsenal, Ala., happened to be a test ground for more than missiles and helicopters on Jan. 10-11, 2012.

Jan 11, 2012

Nearly five months after the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell" Soldiers and Noncommissioned Officers have maintained their professionalism throughout the process.

Dec 21, 2011

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III made his first trip to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, visiting Soldiers with Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa and other units on camp, Dec. 16, 2011.

Dec 21, 2011

Sgt.n Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III made his first trip to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, visiting Soldiers with Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa and other units on camp, Dec. 16, 2011.

Dec 15, 2011

One Facebook post from the Army's top non-commissioned officer garnered more than 1,200 comments, which led to further discussions about future changes in the Army.

Dec 9, 2011

Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III was the guest speaker at the 626th Brigade Support Battalion, Rakkasan Logistics Ball, Dec. 2 at the James E. Bruce Convention Center.