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DOD Support to the Southern Border

U.S. Northern Command is working with the Department of Homeland Security to augment U.S. Customs and Border Protection along the southern border of the United States with additional military forces.

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U.S. Africa Command

U.S. Africa Command, alongside its African and interagency partners, counters threats and malign actors, strengthens security forces, and responds to crises to advance U.S. interests while promoting regional security, stability and prosperity.

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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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DOD Support to the Southern Border

U.S. Northern Command is working with the Department of Homeland Security to augment U.S. Customs and Border Protection along the southern border of the United States with additional military forces.

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Spotlight

U.S. Africa Command

U.S. Africa Command, alongside its African and interagency partners, counters threats and malign actors, strengthens security forces, and responds to crises to advance U.S. interests while promoting regional security, stability and prosperity.

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Spotlight

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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WWI Commission Unveils New Sculpture at WWI Memorial

The World War I Centennial Commission unveiled a new $44 million sculpture in Washington, D.C.’s, Pershing Park, Sept. 13, 2024. "A Soldier’s Journey" by Sabin Howard pays tribute to the nearly 4.7 million U.S. service members who served during WWI.

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One row of soldiers lay in a field holding guns under two hovering helicopters.

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Advance Underwater Communication for the Future of Naval Operations: A Call for Solutions

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Jules W. Hurst III, Performing the Duties of Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, Statement on Guidance on Hiring Freeze Exemptions for the Civilian Workforce

Jules W. Hurst III, Performing the Duties of Undersecretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, Statement on Guidance on Hiring Freeze Exemptions for the Civilian Workforce
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Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell Statement on Force Posture Updates

Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell Statement on Force Posture Updates
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From The Services

Soldiers Train With Law Enforcement, Airport Security Personnel

Army

Soldiers Train With Law Enforcement, Airport Security Personnel

A Legacy of Honor, Valor

Marine Corps

A Legacy of Honor, Valor

Seabees Deploy to Strengthen Maritime Security in Europe, Africa

Navy

Seabees Deploy to Strengthen Maritime Security in Europe, Africa

'Lethal, Ready, Competent': Command Emphasizes Airman Development

Air Force

'Lethal, Ready, Competent': Command Emphasizes Airman Development

U.S. Maintains Advantages in Space

Space Force

U.S. Maintains Advantages in Space

Idaho Airmen Deploy to Centcom Area

National Guard

Idaho Airmen Deploy to Centcom Area

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Can You Identify These Cutting-Edge Drones That Rule the Skies?

 

Unmanned systems help U.S. service members gain realistic training experience, test equipment and so much more. Can you pass this quiz on military drones with flying colors?

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USS New York: A City on the Sea

 

With a simple and powerful motto, the Navy's USS New York demonstrates military might and is a symbol that the world will "Never Forget" the 9/11 attacks.

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Art of the Shot

 

They're not dumb grunts, and hitting the target requires more than good aim. Set your sights on discovering what snipers do, and how they master their essential, exacting, lethal art.

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How Deep Is Your Navy Knowledge?

 

Formed Oct. 13, 1775, the Navy is America's second-oldest military service. How deep is your knowledge of Navy ratings and ranks?

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