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Shortly after taking office, President Obama pledged to bring the war in Iraq to a responsible end. That is exactly what he's done —as promised, on schedule. As a grateful nation, we have an obligation to our troops and their families for the tremendous sacrifices they make to keep our nation safe and secure. That obligation doesn’t end on the battlefield; it extends to the care we provide them when they return home. Our nation’s commitment to our veterans and their families is a sacred trust. And to this Administration, upholding that trust is a moral obligation.

• Learn more about President Obama's Oval Office Address where he announced the end of the combat mission in Iraq.
• Read a message from President Obama about ending the combat mission in Iraq.
• Watch a video of the Vice President and Dr. Biden welcoming troops home from Iraq.
• Learn more about the Administration’s commitment to serve our veterans when they return home.

Want to Do More?

On Serve.gov, you can find opportunities to support and engage service members and their families. From organizing a care package event to volunteering at a camp for military children, there are a number of key ways to get involved. Everyday our brave men and women in uniform make a selfless commitment to our nation. Now, it's our turn to take some time to serve those that have served us.

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More Ways to Join In

You don’t need to be on a social network to participate in the “Saluting Service in Iraq” initiative. Use the Saluting Service in Iraq web form on www.WhiteHouse.gov to contribute a message of support for our troops, veterans and their families.