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U.S. DepartmentofDefense

A battlefield cross is silhouetted against a wall displaying gold stars and blue dog tags.

Gold Stars, Battlefield Cross

A battlefield cross is silhouetted against the traveling Fallen Heroes Memorial at Johnny Ro Veterans Memorial Park in Leominster, Mass., April 29, 2023.

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Tags: Military Families, Gold Star Families, decorations and insignia
Credit: Todd Maki, Air Force VIRIN: 230429-F-TG847-1064.JPG

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The Department of Defense provides the military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation's security.

DOD Support to the Southern Border

Gold Stars, Battlefield Cross

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