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.

A service member sitting in a ship’s control room illuminated by colorful lights looks through the windshield at the ocean as sun shines through.

Window Watching

A service member stands watch aboard the USNS Burlington during Continuing Promise while departing Cartagena, Colombia, Aug. 16, 2024. Continuing Promise is a mission designed to foster goodwill and strengthen partnerships.

Photo Gallery