DLA News Archive

Tag: People and Culture

Jeremy M. Beckwith has been selected as deputy commander, DLA Distribution Corpus Christi, Texas.

July 3, 2017

Corpus distribution center announces new deputy

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Jeremy M. Beckwith has been selected as deputy commander, DLA Distribution Corpus Christi, Texas.

Is independence earned in the Revolutionary War the only type of independence we honor on July 4?

July 3, 2017

Commentary: Modern American Independence

The author reflects on what might be unspoken sources of greater meaning for Americans on Independence Day, beyond a fitting celebration of victory in the Revolutionary War.

A variety of entertainers kept children occupied during the event.

June 30, 2017

McNamara HQC Family Day provides time for fun and family

Sunshine, cooler-than-average temperatures and a plethora of activities and games provided a picture perfect backdrop for thousands of employees to connect with family members and each other during the 2017 McNamara Headquarters Complex Family Day.

June 26, 2017

Media invited to attend DLA Aviation change of command ceremony

RIchmond, Va. — Air Force Brig. Gen. Allan Day will relinquish command of the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation to Air Force Brig. Gen. Linda Hurry in a formal change of command ceremony at 10 a.m., June 28 at the Defense Supply Center Richmond’s Frank B. Lotts Conference Center.

DLA Distribution Sigonella, Italy, comannder Navy Supply Corps Capt. Pamela Dozier is administered the oath of office by Capt. Christopher Parker, Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella commander, during her May 31 promotion ceremony.

June 20, 2017

Dozier promoted to Captain

SIGONELLA, Italy — United States Navy Supply Corps officer Pamela C. Dozier was promoted to the rank of Captain on May 31.

DLA Distribution Headquarters senior leaders, military members and civilian staff celebrated the U.S. Army’s 242nd Birthday on June 14, 2017.

June 20, 2017

Distribution headquarters celebrates the 242nd Army birthday

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — In a ceremony held in the DLA Distribution Headquarters auditorium, senior leaders, military members and civilian staff celebrated the U.S. Army’s 242nd Birthday on June 14, 2017. Distribution’s chief of staff, Perry Knight spoke about the significance and history of the day.

DLA Distribution’s outgoing Future Operations deputy director Navy Supply Corps Cmdr. Steve Macdonald was honored with the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his accomplishments from May 2014 to June 2017 on June 6.

June 19, 2017

Distribution’s Macdonald honored with end of tour award

NEW CUMBERLAND, Pennsylvania — DLA Distribution’s outgoing Future Operations deputy director Navy Supply Corps Cmdr. Steve Macdonald was honored with the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his accomplishments from May 2014 to June 2017 on June 6.

Army Lt. Col. Jeffrey P. Chamberlain assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas, in a June 16 ceremony.

June 16, 2017

Chamberlain takes command at DLA Distribution Red River

TEXARKANA, Texas — Army Lt. Col. Jeffrey P. Chamberlain assumed command of Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas, in a June 16 ceremony. The ceremony was officiated by DLA Distribution Susquehanna commander Army Col. Brad J. Eungard.

DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams takes the oath of office, administered by Army Gen. Vincent Brooks (on screen), commander of U.S. Forces Korea, with wife Carol Brooks at right.

June 16, 2017

Williams assumes responsibility as DLA director

Army Maj. Gen. (Promotable) Darrell Williams was promoted to lieutenant general and became the 19th director of the Defense Logistics Agency June 16 in a ceremony at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

Army Lt. Col. Anthony Stoeger has been awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his achievements while serving as commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas.

June 15, 2017

Stoeger recognized for achievements as commander of Red River distribution center

TEXARKANA, Texas — Army Lt. Col. Anthony Stoeger has been awarded the Defense Meritorious Service Medal for his achievements while serving as commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Red River, Texas.