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.

Five people stand on a stage.

Honored Inductee

Medal of Honor recipient Army Master Sgt. Matthew O. Williams, center, is inducted into the Hall of Heroes during a ceremony at the Pentagon, Oct. 31, 2019. Joining him on stage are, from left, Army Secretary Ryan D. McCarthy; Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper; Williams' wife; and Army Gen. Mark A. Milley, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Photo Gallery