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 ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Standing in Line

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other guests attend a ceremony on the 81st anniversary of D-Day at Utah Beach in Normandy, France, June 6, 2025.

Download: Full Size (2.84 MB)
Tags: World War II, France, normandy, D-Day, hegseth, hegseth travels
Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Alexander Kubitza, DOD VIRIN: 250606-D-PM193-3794.JPG

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

DOD Support to the Southern Border