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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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Heavy Metal - Soldiers in a CH-47 simulate conducting an engagement lane using an M240B at Fort Bragg, N.C., Aug. 18, 2025.

Mission Impossible

DOD helped make another "Mission: Impossible" possible. Military expertise, feedback and equipment provided authenticity to make the magic of Hollywood feel real.

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Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Encep Nurjaman Pretrial Hearing

Media Invitation Announced for United States v. Encep Nurjaman Pretrial Hearing

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DOD and Singapore's Ministry of Defense Reaffirm Their Commitment to Cooperative Development

DOD and Singapore's Ministry of Defense Reaffirm Their Commitment to Cooperative Development

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Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson Holds an Off-Camera, On-the-Record Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson Holds an Off-Camera, On-the-Record Press Briefing
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Explosive Ordnance Disposal Community Celebrates 84th Birthday

Army

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Community Celebrates 84th Birthday 

Leadership School Focuses on Evolving Warfare Demands

Marine Corps

Leadership School Focuses on Evolving Warfare Demands 

Navy Week Sets Sail for Missouri
Airmen Test Medical Readiness During Patriot Medic

Air Force

Airmen Test Medical Readiness During Patriot Medic 

Guardians Hone Decontamination Procedures

Space Force

Guardians Hone Decontamination Procedures 

Guardsmen Spearhead Reaper Ops

National Guard

Guardsmen Spearhead Reaper Ops 

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Explosive ordnance disposal technicians from across the Defense Department disarm bombs to keep us safe. Think you have what it takes?

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We Prepare. You Should, Too.

Service members train and prepare year-round so when disasters strike, troops are ready to help those in harm's way. Learn how you can prepare, too.

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School Is In!

Test your smarts any time of year on the Defense Department's world-class, worldwide school system for military kids.

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Mission Impossible

DOD helped make another "Mission: Impossible" possible. Military expertise, feedback and equipment provided authenticity to make the magic of Hollywood feel real.