For other places with the same name, see Oakland. Oakland is a town in the west-central part of Garrett County, Maryland. The town has a population of 1,925 according to the 2010 United States Census. The town is also the county seat of Garrett County and is located within the Pittsburgh DMA.
During World War II, the secretary of war was re-named as the secretary of defense. Robert Gates is currently serving as the defense secretary.
We are grateful for their commitment to our veterans, military families and survivors, said Bonnie Carroll, TAPS President and Founder. We look forward to continuing our partnership with the VA and congratulate Dr. David Shulkin on his appointment as Secretary of Veterans Affairs. As the son of an Army officer, we are certain Dr. Shulkin will bring a unique understanding of military family life and the sacrifices made which are central to the VA's mission '...to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow, and his orphan.'