pertaining to, situated in, or constituting the periphery: peripheral resistance on the outskirts of the battle area. 2. concerned with relatively minor, irrelevant, or superficial aspects of the subject in question. 3. Anatomy. near the surface or outside of; external.
A Quick Guide for Preserving Native American Cultural Resources. What is a Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO)? In accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), a Tribal Historic Preservation Officer (THPO) is the designated tribal preservation official of a federally recognized Indian Tribe.
The Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) is an independent agency in the Executive branch. AFRH provides residences and related services for certain retired and former members of the Armed Forces (24 U.S. Code 10, Subchapter 411). The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is the head of the Home and is subject to the authority, direction and control of the Secretary of Defense. Read More.