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Biden, Austin Speak at D-Day Event

  • Defense.gov
  • June 6, 2024 | 01:16:22

President Joe Biden, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and world leaders take part in a ceremony on the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion at the Normandy American Cemetery in France.

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Sensors, Receivers and Ordnance, Oh My! Drones Carry It All

Unmanned systems help U.S. service members gain realistic training experience, test equipment and so much more. Can you pass this quiz on military drones with flying colors?

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Military Units: Army

From team to region — an interactive look at the Army's organization structure and top things to know about America's first service branch.

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How Much Do You Know About DOD's Role in Hollywood?

The Defense Department works with Hollywood all the time on movies and TV projects. See how much you know about our involvement!

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Common Threads: Army Uniform Evolution

Army uniforms have changed considerably since 1775, but they share a common thread: keeping soldiers safe, on the move and on mission. Take an interactive look at how warfighters' clothes and gear have evolved to meet the times.