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Squad Goals

Soldiers assigned to the 25th Infantry Division Artillery Brigade ran, swam, climbed, crawled, jumped, paddled and otherwise maneuvered through a 36-hour "This Is My Squad" competition at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.

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Squad Goals
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Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season is from June to November, but preparation, response and recovery are ongoing throughout the year. The Defense Department stands ready with troops, equipment and other capabilities to assist local and federal authorities prepare and provide humanitarian and disaster response support.

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Hurricane Preparedness
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III

As the 28th secretary of defense, Lloyd J. Austin III is the principal assistant to the president in all matters relating to the Department of Defense and also serves on the National Security Council.

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DOD Offers Discounted Rates for Campgrounds Nationwide

DOD Offers Discounted Rates for Campgrounds Nationwide
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U.S. Will Continue to Operate in South China Sea to Ensure Prosperity for All

U.S. Will Continue to Operate in South China Sea to Ensure Prosperity for All
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Top Military Medical Doctor Predicts Coronavirus Longevity
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Space Command, Navy Share Commonalities in Keeping Open Lines of Communication

Space Command, Navy Share Commonalities in Keeping Open Lines of Communication
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Military Athletes Go for Gold in Tokyo

Military Athletes Go for Gold in Tokyo

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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With President of Republic of Palau, President Surangel Whipps Jr.

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With President of Republic of Palau, President Surangel Whipps Jr.

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General Officer Announcement

General Officer Announcement

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Welcomes President of the Republic of Palau, Surangel Whipps Jr. to the Pentagon

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Welcomes President of the Republic of Palau, Surangel Whipps Jr. to the Pentagon

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Army

Soldiers Jump Into Exercise Forager

Soldiers Jump Into Exercise Forager
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Marine Corps

Incentives Announced for Recruiting Duty Volunteers

Incentives Announced for Recruiting Duty Volunteers
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Navy

Navy Leaders Encourage Red Light Safety

Navy Leaders Encourage Red Light Safety
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Air Force

Researchers Test Directed Energy System in Wind Tunnel

Researchers Test Directed Energy System in Wind Tunnel
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Space Force Gets Support From Air Force Materiel Command

Space Force Gets Support From Air Force Materiel Command
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Kentucky Troops Move Ordnance for Patriot Press

Kentucky Troops Move Ordnance for Patriot Press

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