U.S. Department of Defense

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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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National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, marks a time to showcase and honor the many contributions Hispanic Americans have made to the Defense Department and the nation.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month
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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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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III
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Australian, U.S. Defense Leaders Discuss Future of Alliance

Australian, U.S. Defense Leaders Discuss Future of Alliance
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Official Says Domestic, Partner Nation Industrial Capability Critical to Security

Official Says Domestic, Partner Nation Industrial Capability Critical to Security
Spotlight | Observances

Suicide Prevention

Suicide Prevention
News | Armed With Science

DOD Taking Measures to Protect Nuclear Weapons, Space Assets

DOD Taking Measures to Protect Nuclear Weapons, Space Assets
News | Defense News

Global Posture Review Still On Track, Pentagon Spokesman Says

Global Posture Review Still On Track, Pentagon Spokesman Says

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DOD Awards $3.2 Billion in Contract Modifications for Monoclonal Antibodies

DOD Awards $3.2 Billion in Contract Modifications for Monoclonal Antibodies

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Australian Minister of Defence Peter Dutton Opening Remarks at Bilateral Meeting

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Australian Minister of Defence Peter Dutton Opening Remarks at Bilateral Meeting

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General Officer Announcement

General Officer Announcement

From The Services

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Army

Army Hosts Hospitalization Summit

Army Hosts Hospitalization Summit
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Marine Corps

Task Force Koa Moana Completes Mission

Task Force Koa Moana Completes Mission
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Navy

USS Porter Begins Fleet Operational Sea Training

USS Porter Begins Fleet Operational Sea Training
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Air Force

Reserve Teams Fly During Busy Wildfire Season

Reserve Teams Fly During Busy Wildfire Season
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Space Force

Conference Highlights NATO Air, Space Power

Conference Highlights NATO Air, Space Power
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National Guard

Astronaut Recovery Task Force Conducts Exercise

Astronaut Recovery Task Force Conducts Exercise

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