Lisa Ann Ferdinando

Public Affairs | Photojournalist | Writer

Close-up of Biden at Pentagon podium

PRESIDENT BIDEN

President Biden delivers remarks to Department of Defense personnel, during his first visit to the Pentagon as commander-in-chief.

Two crew members stand; back of helicopter open, buildings and mountains below; helo flying nearby

CREW & VIEW

The mountains, the city below, and Soldiers above, a spectacular sight as Army Chinook helicopter crews fly from Osan Air Base to Seoul.

two women smile joyously with President Obama

MEDAL OF HONOR

Sisters Ina Bass and Elsie Shemin-Roth react with joy as President Obama presents them with the Medal of Honor for their father, Army Sgt. William Shemin, who is credited with risking his life during World War I to save others.


Vice President Harris speaks at Pentagon podium

VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS

Vice President Harris delivers remarks to Department of Defense personnel, during a visit with President Biden.


Focus of Chorus member singing, holding music; flag in background,

HONORING THE FALLEN

The Army Chorus performs at the 151st Memorial Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery.

secretary austin is seated for interview

INTERVIEW

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is interviewed by ABC’s Martha Raddatz at the Pentagon.


Honor Guard's hand outstretched to guide troops in formation

PERFECTION & DETAILS

Afghan honor guard troops ensure all details are perfect for the Secretary of Defense's visit to Kabul.


Jet is airborne; sky and water in background

INTO THE BLUE

A jet takes off on the Nimitz-class nuclear aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson, underway in the Pacific Ocean.

Portrait of guard in ornate uniform

PROUD TRADITION

A guard stands watch at Horse Guards Parade, Whitehall, Westminster, London.

General Dunford salutes sailors in white dress uniforms

SALUTE!

The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, arrives aboard the USS Barry in Yokosuka, Japan.

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