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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Spotlight

Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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Spotlight

Value of Service

The U.S. military, the world's finest fighting force, is made up entirely of volunteers, reinforcing the American ideal of personal freedom while offering those with the desire and ability to serve opportunity, community and purpose.

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Value of Service
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News

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Senior DOD Industrial Base Policy Leader Media Roundtable

Senior DOD Industrial Base Policy Leader Media Roundtable
Release |

General Officer Announcement

General Officer Announcement
Speech |

Remarks by Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks at Space Command's Change of Command Ceremony (As Delivered)

Remarks by Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks at Space Command's Change of Command Ceremony (As Delivered)

From The Services

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Army

Contest to Inspire Healthy Lifestyles

Contest to Inspire Healthy Lifestyles
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Marine Corps

30 Marines Become Martial Arts Instructors

30 Marines Become Martial Arts Instructors
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Navy

USS McFaul Returns From Deployment

USS McFaul Returns From Deployment
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Air Force

Air Force Recognizes National Mentoring Month

Air Force Recognizes National Mentoring Month
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Space Force

Space Force Gets New Civilian Awards

Space Force Gets New Civilian Awards
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National Guard

Guardsmen Learn Funeral Honor Fundamentals

Guardsmen Learn Funeral Honor Fundamentals

Veteran Resource

Interactive Experiences

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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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