Hagel to Visit U.S. Military Bases

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07/12/2013 01:29 PM CDT

Hagel to Visit U.S. Military Bases

American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, July 12, 2013 - From July 15-17, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel will travel to Fort Bragg, N.C.; Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Fla.; Joint Base Charleston, S.C.; and Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., according to a Defense Department news release.

Over the course of this three-day domestic trip, Hagel will interact with service members, families, Department of Defense civilian employees, contractors, and local civic leaders in a variety of venues.

Given the significant impact budget reductions are having on uniformed and civilian personnel, Hagel believes it is a critical time to visit DOD locations and hear directly from the men and women of the Department of Defense.