Top News: Strong, Balanced Approach to Russia Needed, Carter Says
Defense Secretary Ash Carter discussed the U.S. strategy with respect to Russia following the U.S. intelligence community's assessment of alleged Russian activities in the November presidential election.
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Photo of the Day: Arlington Snowfall
The first significant snowfall of the season blankets headstones and wreaths in Section 60 of Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Jan. 7, 2017. Army photo by Rachel Larue
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'Sandphobic' Coating Technology
Scientists and engineers at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., are creating a coating technology designed to help prevent sand from causing damage to military equipment.
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2016 Year in Review
Year in Review highlights the Defense Department's top 10 issues in 2016, from fighting terrorism and standing with allies around the globe to forging tech ties and building the Force of the Future.
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Uniformed and civilian cyber and military intelligence specialists monitor Army networks in the Cyber Mission Unit’s Cyber Operations Center at Fort Gordon, Ga. Courtesy photo by Michael L. Lewis
Pentagon Officials Describe Ongoing Importance of Cyber Capabilities Story | Special Report
Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work and Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Frank Kendall stand with the Project Manager Maneuver Ammunition Systems winner of the David Packard Excellence in Acquisitions Award, at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Jan. 6, 2017. DoD photo by Army Sgt. Amber I. Smith
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An F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot assigned to the 134th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron performs preflight checks at the 407th Air Expeditionary Group, Dec. 29, 2016. The 134th EFS is flying combat missions for Operation Inherent Resolve to support and enable Iraqi Security Forces’ efforts with the unique capabilities provided by the fighter squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Benjamin Wilson)(Released)
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USS Carl Vinson operates in the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 19, 2016.
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Pearl Harbor Seaman’s Heroism Earns Him WWII’s 1st Medal of Honor
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This week's Medal of Honor Monday blog highlights Navy Seaman 1st Class James Ward, the first World War II service member to receive the medal.
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Carter Highlights DoD Accomplishments
Defense Secretary Ash Carter meets with sailors on the guided-missile cruiser USS John C. McCain at Naval Base Yokosuka, Japan, Dec. 6, 2016. DOD photo by Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brigitte N. Brantley
Defense Secretary Ash Carter outlines some of the many accomplishments of the Department of Defense over the past eight years.
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter kicked off a national discussion on building "the force of the future" and what the Defense Department must do to change and adapt to maintain its superiority well into the 21st century. The president has authorized U.S. Central Command to work with partner nations to conduct targeted airstrikes in Iraq and Syria as part of the comprehensive strategy to degrade and defeat the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Defense leaders remain focused on efforts to strengthen relationships and modernize U.S. alliances in the Asia-Pacific region as a priority for 21st century security interests and sustaining U.S. global leadership
The Defense Department's cyber strategy guides the development of DoD's cyber forces and seeks to strengthen cyber defense and cyber deterrence posture. It focuses on building cyber capabilities and organizations for DoD's three primary cyber missions. Given today's globalized access to knowledge and the rapid pace of technology development, innovation, speed, and agility have taken on a greater importance. The Defense Department serves as an innovative leader in developing technology to protect Americans and troops - on and off the battlefield. In proclaiming November as Military Family Month, President Barack Obama noted that "our extraordinary military families -- our heroes on the home front -- stand alongside our patriots in uniform, and in their example we see the very best of our country's spirit." The Defense Department joins the nation in honoring the commitment, sacrifices and contributions families of service members make every day in support of the military and the nation.
The Defense Department honors the courage of wounded, ill or injured service members, and highlights the programs that support their return to duty or transition to the civilian community. We can all play a role in preventing suicide, but many people don't know what they can do to support the service member or veteran who is going through a difficult time. The Defense Department's theme for Suicide Prevention Month is: BeThere - your action could save a life. The Defense Department is taking a stand against sexual assault in the military in an effort to maintain the well-being of U.S. service members and their families. Check out Defense.gov's special coverage, which includes information about resources dedicated to preventing and appropriately responding to this crime.