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DOD Leaders Testify on Unmanned Aerial Systems

  • Defense.gov
  • May 1, 2025 | 57:35

Defense Department leaders testify on small unmanned aerial systems and counter-small UAS gaps, efforts and capabilities before the House Armed Services Committee tactical air and land forces subcommittee in Washington, May 1, 2025. Testifying are: Marine Lt. Gen. Eric Austin, deputy commandant of the Marine Corps for capabilities development and integration and the commanding general of the Marine Corps Combat Development Command; Army Lt. Gen. Robert Collins, principal military deputy to the assistant secretary of the Army for acquisition, logistics and technology and director of the office of the assistant secretary of the Army, Army Acquisition Corps; and Army Maj. Gen. David Stewart, the director of the joint counter-small unmanned aircraft systems office.

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The Coast Guard saves people in trouble on the water and protects the country from maritime threats. It also promotes national security, border security and economic prosperity.

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For service members who carry out the bravest and most selfless acts in combat, the military bestows its most esteemed valor awards: the Medal of Honor, the Service Crosses and the Silver Star.

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Since its origin during the Revolutionary War, the Purple Heart has served as a recognition of sacrifice and heroism by those in the U.S. military. Find out how much you know about the Purple Heart.