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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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A National Guard soldier fires a service weapon at a target, as seen from behind.
Spot On - Army Spc. Canyon Blassingame fires an M500 shotgun during the 2025 National Guard Best Warrior Competition at Blum Military Reservation, Md., July 14, 2025. The annual event tests participants' military expertise, resilience and dedication to the warrior ethos for the opportunity to advance to the Best Squad Competition.

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Readout Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Meeting With the Federal Minister of Defense of Germany, Boris Pistorius

Readout Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's Meeting With the Federal Minister of Defense of Germany, Boris Pistorius

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DOD Releases the Annual Report on Civilian Casualties in Connection With U.S. Military Operations in 2024

DOD Releases the Annual Report on Civilian Casualties in Connection With U.S. Military Operations in 2024

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Greets German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Greets German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius
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From The Services

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Techs Train With Multinational Troops

Army

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Techs Train With Multinational Troops 

Amphibious Leaders Symposium Wraps Up in Philippines

Marine Corps

Amphibious Leaders Symposium Wraps Up in Philippines 

USNS Comfort 'Continues Promise' in Dominican Republic
Wing Arrives for Talon Shield in Australia

Air Force

Wing Arrives for Talon Shield in Australia 

Space Force Makes Warrior Games Debut

Space Force

Space Force Makes Warrior Games Debut 

California Guard Brigade Makes History With Activation

National Guard

California Guard Brigade Makes History With Activation 

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Building Partnerships Around the Globe

National Guard soldiers and airmen answer the call around the globe, partnering with nearly half the world's nations to advance peace and security through the Defense Department's State Partnership Program.

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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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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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Explosive ordnance disposal technicians from across the Defense Department disarm bombs to keep us safe. Think you have what it takes?