Top News: Counter-ISIL Campaign Plan on Track, Carter Says
Defense Secretary Ash Carter spoke at a news conference with his British counterpart after a counter-ISIL ministerial in London. Carter returned Friday from an around-the-world trip to advance DoD priorities.
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Photo of the Day: Remembrance Wreaths
Thousands of wreaths adorn the headstones of fallen service members following the Wreaths Across America event at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Dec. 17, 2016. Army photo by Rachel Larue
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Holiday Message From Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford
Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, the 19th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and his wife, Ellyn, deliver a holiday message to service members and their families.
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The Annual Combined Federal Campaign
Defense Department employees worldwide have the opportunity to give to their favorite charities until Dec. 31 through the annual Combined Federal Campaign.
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks during a meeting in London of defense ministers from nations participating in the coalition to counter the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, Dec. 15, 2016. DoD photo by Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brigitte N. Brantley
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The Defense Department is taking a stand against sexual assault in the military in an effort to maintain the well-being of U.S. service members and their families. Check out Defense.gov’s special coverage, which includes information about resources dedicated to preventing and appropriately responding to this crime.
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks to airmen at Aviano Air Base, Italy, Dec. 13, 2016. DoD photo by Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brigitte N. Brantley
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Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work, left, presents a gift to Australian Defense Secretary Dennis Richardson following a meeting at the Pentagon, Dec. 13, 2016. DoD photo by Army Sgt. Amber I. Smith
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Do's & Don'ts of Holiday Shopping for Service Members
Army Spc. Brian Thompson puts on his protective eyewear before a quick reaction force mission that departed Camp Fallujah, Iraq, Dec. 1, 2016. Thompson is assigned to Company B, 2nd Battalion, 136th Combined Arms Battalion, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division, Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Clinton Wood
If you're a procrastinator and still don't know what to get the service member in your life this holiday season, check out some of these great ideas.
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Military Medicine Advances Contribute to High Injury Survival Rates
Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Dakota Boyer catches the ball at the goal line during a wheelchair rugby game at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 14, 2016. The game was one of several scrimmages during a sports clinic for wounded warriors. DoD photo by EJ Hersom
Thanks to advances in military medicine and personal protective gear, service members injured in combat during Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn have the highest survival rate in modern history.
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter kicked off a national discussion on building "the force of the future" and what the Defense Department must do to change and adapt to maintain its superiority well into the 21st century. The president has authorized U.S. Central Command to work with partner nations to conduct targeted airstrikes in Iraq and Syria as part of the comprehensive strategy to degrade and defeat the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Defense leaders remain focused on efforts to strengthen relationships and modernize U.S. alliances in the Asia-Pacific region as a priority for 21st century security interests and sustaining U.S. global leadership
The Defense Department's cyber strategy guides the development of DoD's cyber forces and seeks to strengthen cyber defense and cyber deterrence posture. It focuses on building cyber capabilities and organizations for DoD's three primary cyber missions. Given today's globalized access to knowledge and the rapid pace of technology development, innovation, speed, and agility have taken on a greater importance. The Defense Department serves as an innovative leader in developing technology to protect Americans and troops - on and off the battlefield. In proclaiming November as Military Family Month, President Barack Obama noted that "our extraordinary military families -- our heroes on the home front -- stand alongside our patriots in uniform, and in their example we see the very best of our country's spirit." The Defense Department joins the nation in honoring the commitment, sacrifices and contributions families of service members make every day in support of the military and the nation.
The Defense Department honors the courage of wounded, ill or injured service members, and highlights the programs that support their return to duty or transition to the civilian community. We can all play a role in preventing suicide, but many people don't know what they can do to support the service member or veteran who is going through a difficult time. The Defense Department's theme for Suicide Prevention Month is: BeThere - your action could save a life. Defense Department employees worldwide have the opportunity to give to their favorite charities from Sept. 1 to Dec. 15, through the annual Combined Federal Campaign. In his letter, Defense Secretary Ash Carter expressed his unwavering support for the campaign and strongly encourages members of the workforce to participate in any way they can.