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U.S. Department of Defense

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Spotlight

Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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Spotlight

Support for Ukraine

The United States is working with allies and partners to support Ukraine in the fight for sovereignty and freedom. The U.S. has provided Ukraine with billions of dollars in security assistance since the beginning of Russia's unprovoked assault on Feb. 24.

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Support for Ukraine
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Spotlight

Women's History Month

The Defense Department honors the contributions of women serving in the military and DOD civilian forces, celebrating the richness and diversity of their achievements in March and throughout the year.

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Women's History Month
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News

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Memorandum: Consolidated Department of Defense Coronavirus Disease 2019 Force Health Protection Guidance - Revision 5

Memorandum: Consolidated Department of Defense Coronavirus Disease 2019 Force Health Protection Guidance - Revision 5
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Consolidated Department of Defense Coronavirus Disease 2019 Force Health Protection Guidance

Consolidated Department of Defense Coronavirus Disease 2019 Force Health Protection Guidance
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Opening Testimony by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Before the Senate Armed Services Committee Budget Posture Hearing (As Delivered)

Opening Testimony by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Before the Senate Armed Services Committee Budget Posture Hearing (As Delivered)

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Receive NATO Medal in Estonia

Soldiers Receive NATO Medal in Estonia
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Marine Corps

Marines Host Women's History Month Panel

Marines Host Women's History Month Panel
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Navy

Sicilian Leaders Visit George H.W. Bush

Sicilian Leaders Visit George H.W. Bush
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Air Force

Squad Unveils Website for Promotion Study Materials

Squad Unveils Website for Promotion Study Materials
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Space Force

Space Force Announces New Research Opportunity

Space Force Announces New Research Opportunity
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National Guard

Oregon Guardsmen Train With Bangladeshi Troops

Oregon Guardsmen Train With Bangladeshi Troops

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