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U.S. Department of Defense

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Austin Thanks Veterans for Their Service

In a Veterans Day message, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III offered his deepest appreciation to the nation's veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice.

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Austin Thanks Veterans for Their Service
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Honoring Our Veterans

On Veterans Day, the Defense Department salutes those who have served and sacrificed for America's freedom.

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Honoring Our Veterans
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Focus on Indo-Pacific

The Defense Department is committed to working with allies, partners and like-minded nations in the Indo-Pacific and to upholding a free and open region founded on respect for international rules, laws and norms.

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Focus on Indo-Pacific
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Readout of Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks' Meeting With the Defense Business Board

Readout of Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks' Meeting With the Defense Business Board

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On-Camera Press Briefing

On-Camera Press Briefing

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Military Commissions Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Encep Nurjaman Pre-Trial Hearing

Military Commissions Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Encep Nurjaman Pre-Trial Hearing

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Honor Fallen EOD Heroes

Soldiers Honor Fallen EOD Heroes
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Marine Corps

Marine Corps Celebrates 249th Birthday

Marine Corps Celebrates 249th Birthday
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Navy

Carrier Air Wing Returns to USS George Washington

Carrier Air Wing Returns to USS George Washington
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Air Force

92-Year-Old Former Pilot Recalls Vietnam War Service

92-Year-Old Former Pilot Recalls Vietnam War Service
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Space Force

Meet Chappie: A Tool for Saving Lives

Meet Chappie: A Tool for Saving Lives
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National Guard

Connecticut Guardsmen Respond to Brush Fire

Connecticut Guardsmen Respond to Brush Fire

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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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