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 | | The Secretary of the Army, in consultation with the Chief of Staff of the Army, has agreed to submit the request for retirement of LTG Carl A. Strock, Chief of Engineers and Commander, US Army Corps of Engineers to the Secretary of Defense for approval. |
 | | The Corps helped develop a vast water resource infrastructure, initiated development of the first national parks, and linked navigable waterways together to move commerce across states. |
 | | In the 20th Century, the Corps' civil mission changed again with the adoption of more water resources development and management duties, including flood damage reduction, hydropower, recreation, water supply, shore protection, and disaster relief. |
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