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Fort Lee Supports Afghan Relocation

Task Force Eagle at Fort Lee, Va., is supporting the mission of relocating up to 3,500 Afghan special immigrant applicants in support of the State Department and as directed by the Defense Department.

Two men stand next to a a car as others stand around. — News |
Palauan President, Austin Discuss Indo-Pacific Security Concerns

Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr. met with Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III at the Pentagon to discuss ways to strengthen the ties between the two nations to provide for a secure and free Indo-Pacific.
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Satellite image of a spacecraft orbiting earth with a hurricane in full development. — Spotlight |
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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Defense Secretary Austin smiles and shakes hands with a U.S. Military Academy cadet on a podium. — Spotlight |
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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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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DOD Offers Discounted Rates for Campgrounds Nationwide

The Defense Department recently launched an online guide to U.S. joint-service campgrounds and facilities that can be accessed via computer or mobile devices.

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U.S. Will Continue to Operate in South China Sea to Ensure Prosperity for All

A variety of concerns keep U.S. Indo-Pacific Command on its toes — many centered around the activities of China, which quite often don't match up with the words that come out of Beijing, the Indo-Pacom commander said.

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Top Military Medical Doctor Predicts Coronavirus Longevity

COVID-19 and other such coronaviruses likely will stay in the environment and continue to mutate, Army Lt. Gen. Ronald J. Place, director of Defense Health Agency, said.

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Military Athletes Go for Gold in Tokyo

From local competitions to the world stage, military athletes bring the same physical prowess, dedication and spirit of excellence to playing fields that they do the battlefield, and continue to influence the rich history of America's sporting life.

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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Phone Call With Israeli Minister of Defense Benjamin "Benny" Gantz

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Defense Department Announces Service Cross Reviews For African American and Native American War Veterans

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Service Cross Reviews for African American and Native American War Veterans

From The Services

A line of soldiers walk in front of the U.S. Capitol building. — Army
Guard to Recoup Funding for Training, Readiness

Marines walk through a field as a large aircraft takes off behind them. — Marine Corps
Marines Conduct Long-Range Air Insertion Training

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Marines Conduct Long-Range Air Insertion Training

Five military ships steam in formation in the ocean. — Navy
U.S. Joins Australia, Japan for Indo-Pacific Exercise

An airman smiles at the camera. — Air Force
Selfish to Selfless: An Airman's 32-Year Journey

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Space Force Gets Support From Air Force Materiel Command

Military aircraft sit in a long line on a tarmac. — National Guard
Michigan Air Guard Makes Historic Highway Landing

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The U.S. Navy has grown into one of the largest and most respected maritime forces in the world since its founding in 1775. Missions are carried out at sea, on land and in the air and the various uniforms reflect that versatility.

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.

Art of the Shot

They're not dumb grunts, and hitting the target requires more than good aim. Set your sights on discovering what snipers do, and how they master their essential, exacting, lethal art.

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We Prepare. You Should, Too.

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