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Multimedia driven stories and information about Defense Department programs.
From team to region — an interactive look at the Army's organization structure and top things to know about America's first service branch.
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.
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.
DOD in Photos focuses in on the people and activities of the Defense Department around the world while highlighting the extraordinary work of military photographers who capture it all.
The Space Force structure is unique. While it is a separate and distinct branch of the armed services, it is organized under the Department of the Air Force.
Not even Santa can escape our radar. And tracking him is only one of the many ways troops celebrate the holidays.
On Dec. 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on the U.S. Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and propelled the nation into World War II.
Who will "sing second" this year? See how much you know about one of the oldest college football rivalries.
Test your knowledge about the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, that took American lives and led the United States into World War II.
Test your knowledge of how Veterans Day came about and what it means.