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Austin Reviews DOD Progress Made During Biden Administration's First 100 Days

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III reviewed his first 100 days in office, saying there is measurable progress in his priority areas, but that much more needs to be done.

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Three men stand behind podiums and talk to a socially distanced group. — News | Defense News
Austin, Milley Discuss Progress of Retrograde From Afghanistan

American service members will move out with professionalism and dedication to fulfill the newest mission in Afghanistan, ending the U.S. presence in the country by September, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
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A group of people pose in front of a vehicle and a grouping of flags. — Spotlight Reform
DOD Expeditionary Civilian Workforce

The Department of Defense Expeditionary Civilian program allows civilians to apply capability, experience and knowledge as a crucial part of helping DOD accomplish its mission abroad.
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A soldier wearing a face mask gives directions to a community member in their car. — Spotlight Defense News
Coronavirus: DOD Response

The Defense Department is working closely with the Department of Health and Human Services and the State Department to provide support in dealing with the coronavirus outbreak.
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Students hold up a Chinese dragon while dancing on a gym floor as an audience watches. — Spotlight Observances
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The Defense Department pays tribute to the contributions and dedicated service of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, past and present, in defense of the nation during May and throughout the year.
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A helicopter flies over a port. — News | Partnerships
Quickly Moving Forces Across Borders Is Vital to Europe's Defense, Official Says

The National Security Strategy emphasizes the importance of working with allies and partners such as NATO. Part of that commitment is being able to move formations quickly across Europe, a Defense Department official said.
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Atlas V rocket launches. — News | Defense News
There Must Be Rules for How We Use Space, Defense Leaders Say

With more nations using space for both commercial and defense purposes, there must be rules that allow everybody to operate safely — and to be able to identify what's going to be considered a threat, defense leaders said.
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A soldier works on an aircraft. — News | Defense News
VIPs From Around World Visit Defender-Europe 2021 Exercise

The annual Defender-Europe 2021 exercise distinguished visitor day was attended by the Albanian president and prime minister, the U.S. ambassador to Albania and three four-star U.S. generals, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
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Three sailors read newspapers with giant 'It's V-E Day!' headlines. — Quiz | Know Your Military
Victory in Europe! Test Yourself on V-E Day and World War II

On May 8, 1945, the Nazis officially surrendered, bringing an end to World War II in Europe. How much do you know about Victory in Europe Day — or V-E Day — and World War II?
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Secretary of Defense Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Milley Press Briefing

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Readout of Undersecretary of Defense Dr. Colin H. Kahl Phone Call With Indian Defense Secretary Dr. Ajay Kumar

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DOD Guidance for Deployment, Redeployment of Individuals, Units During Coronavirus Pandemic

From The Services

An astronaut walks in space. — Army
Astronaut to Return WWII Artifact After Space Mission

A Marine looks out from the ramp of a helicopter. — Marine Corps
Marines Complete Exercise Dynamic Cape

A sailor vaccinates another sailor. — Navy
Theodore Roosevelt Sailors Get COVID-19 Vaccine

A military aircraft launches into the air. — Air Force
Initial Skyborg System Test Flight a Success

A graphic with pictures and the words 'Digital HQ' on it. — Space Force
Space Force Unveils Vision for Digital Service

A National Guardsman vaccinates someone. — National Guard
COVID Milestone: Guard Vaccinates 10 Million People

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America's submarines have come a long way since the first hand-cranked wooden rigs. Today's state-of-the-art vessels are able to support hundreds of sailors working and living together under the sea for months at a time. — Living in the Deep

America's submarines have come a long way since the first hand-cranked wooden rigs. Today's state-of-the-art vessels are able to support hundreds of sailors working and living together under the sea for months at a time.

Common Threads: Marine Corps — Common Threads: Marine Corps Uniform Evolution

The U.S. Marine Corps is the nation's expeditionary force in readiness, participating in every U.S. war since the Corps' founding on Nov. 10, 1775. Marine Corps uniforms and equipment have evolved to fit the needs and mission of each Marine and every deployment, perpetually increasing warfighters' survivability, mobility and lethality.

A batter, catcher and umpire play baseball at a stadium. — For Love of the Game: Baseball's Impact on the Navy

From its introduction into the Navy in the late 1800s, baseball became a phenomenon that U.S. sailors — many of whom were Major League pros — helped to spread around the world.

Living in the Deep

For Love of the Game