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Discover the latest on DOD's missions, milestones and people through this curated collection of top photos published on Defense.gov.

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WWI Commission Unveils New Sculpture at WWI Memorial

The World War I Centennial Commission unveiled a new $44 million sculpture in Washington, D.C.’s, Pershing Park, Sept. 13, 2024. "A Soldier’s Journey" by Sabin Howard pays tribute to the nearly 4.7 million U.S. service members who served during WWI.

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Background Briefing on FY 2026 Defense Budget

Background Briefing on FY 2026 Defense Budget

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine Hold News Conference

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Gen. Dan Caine Hold News Conference

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Defense Secretary General Officer Announcements for June 26, 2025

Defense Secretary General Officer Announcements for June 26, 2025
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From The Services

Soldiers Display Grit, Tenacity During Training

Army

Soldiers Display Grit, Tenacity During Training 

Endurance Makes Marines Martial Arts Instructors

Marine Corps

Endurance Makes Marines Martial Arts Instructors 

Annual Pacific Partnership Series Concludes in Philippines
National Defense Area Established in South Texas

Air Force

National Defense Area Established in South Texas 

National Summer Reading Challenge Launched

Space Force

National Summer Reading Challenge Launched 

National Guard Soldiers Support Federal Protection Mission

National Guard

National Guard Soldiers Support Federal Protection Mission 

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Sensors, Receivers and Ordnance, Oh My! Drones Carry It All

Unmanned systems help U.S. service members gain realistic training experience, test equipment and so much more. Can you pass this quiz on military drones with flying colors?

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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.

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Military Units: Army

From team to region — an interactive look at the Army's organization structure and top things to know about America's first service branch.

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How Much Do You Know About DOD's Role in Hollywood?

The Defense Department works with Hollywood all the time on movies and TV projects. See how much you know about our involvement!