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U.S. Department of Defense

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Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Spotlight

Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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Spotlight

Commemorating World War II

The Defense Department pays tribute to all who served the nation during World War II and to the Allied countries whose service members fought side-by-side with America's forces. DOD honors the troops who perished in the fight, were listed as missing in action or were prisoners of war; the veterans who returned; and the sacrifices of their families in the fight to preserve freedom.

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Commemorating World War II
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News

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On-Camera Press Briefing

On-Camera Press Briefing
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu and United Kingdom Secretary of State for Defense Ben Wallace

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With French Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu and United Kingdom Secretary of State for Defense Ben Wallace
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'The Torch of Freedom': Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Commemorating 79 Years Since D-Day

'The Torch of Freedom': Remarks by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Commemorating 79 Years Since D-Day

From The Services

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Army

U.S., Malaysia Strengthen Ties at Bersama Warrior

U.S., Malaysia Strengthen Ties at Bersama Warrior
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Marine Corps

Marines Conduct Practice Foreign Humanitarian Assistance Mission

Marines Conduct Practice Foreign Humanitarian Assistance Mission
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Navy

WWII Veteran Receives Presidential Unit Citation

WWII Veteran Receives Presidential Unit Citation
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Air Force

Center Tests Tool to Streamline Kennel Projects

Center Tests Tool to Streamline Kennel Projects
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Space Force

Command Marks Milestone With Space Force

Command Marks Milestone With Space Force
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National Guard

Wisconsin Guardsmen Reflect on Africa Deployment

Wisconsin Guardsmen Reflect on Africa Deployment

Veteran Resource

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Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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