An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Following a two-day construction project at Changco Elementary School in the Philippines, U.S. Navy Capt. Michael McCarten, 7th Fleet surgeon, greets students during a dedication ceremony, Feb. 18, 2007.

PROJECT FRIENDSHIP

Following a two-day construction project at Changco Elementary School in the Philippines, U.S. Navy Capt. Michael McCarten, 7th Fleet surgeon, greets students during a dedication ceremony, Feb. 18, 2007.

Photo Gallery