The Perry Center is deeply saddened by the passing of our friend and former colleague, Major General John Thompson, who was tragically killed in an automobile accident on Saturday morning. He was a patriot who loved America and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of …

The Perry Center wrapped up the 2019 Washington Security and Defense Seminar (WSDS) on Friday, November 8. The seminar serves as a “US Government 401” in that it explores the branches and processes of the USG at the highest levels. Senior representatives from the Departments …

We are sorry to report the passing of Dr. John Fishel on Saturday, October 19. John was a Professor and Research Director at the Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies for over 8 years. The link below to his obituary calls attention to Dr. Fishel’s rich …

On Monday October 21, the William J Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies welcomed 81 defense and security professionals representing 15 countries across the Western Hemisphere to the two-week in-person phase of the Strategy and Defense Policy Course (SDP 2019). Course participants come from careers …

Each year, the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies recognizes organizations and individuals who have made notable contributions to promote mutually supportive approaches to common security issues in the Western Hemisphere. On Wednesday, September 25, 2019 the Perry Center held an award ceremony …