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U.S. Department of Defense

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Experience

National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial

The Pentagon Memorial is the first national memorial dedicated to honoring the 184 people whose lives were lost when hijackers flew a jetliner into the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001.

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National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
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Spotlight

Remembering September 11, 2001

The Defense Department honors the memories of those who died during the 9/11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa.

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Remembering September 11, 2001
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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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Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks Remarks at the Pentagon 9/11 Employee Observance in the Pentagon Courtyard

Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks Remarks at the Pentagon 9/11 Employee Observance in the Pentagon Courtyard
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Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds a Press Briefing

Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh Holds a Press Briefing
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Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine

Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine

From The Services

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Army

Unit Receives New Apache Helicopters

Unit Receives New Apache Helicopters
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Marine Corps

Marine Recognized for Outstanding Performance

Marine Recognized for Outstanding Performance
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Navy

USS Shiloh Departs Japan After 17 Years of Service

USS Shiloh Departs Japan After 17 Years of Service
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Air Force

Junior ROTC Flight Academy Changing the Face of Aviation

Junior ROTC Flight Academy Changing the Face of Aviation
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Space Force

Space Force Announces New Mission Statement

Space Force Announces New Mission Statement
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National Guard

Pennsylvania Guardsmen Forge New Paths During Iron Keystone

Pennsylvania Guardsmen Forge New Paths During Iron Keystone

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Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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