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.

Soldiers in ceremonial uniforms gather in a circle and fire weapons in a field as people watch.

Birthday Blast

Soldiers assigned to the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as "The Old Guard," celebrate President George Washington's birthday at Mount Vernon, Va., Feb. 19, 2024.

Photo Gallery