An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

.gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

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

U.S. Department of Defense

A graphic shows various service members and military family members.
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.

Read More
Taking Care of Our People
Coast Guardsmen toss their covers in the air while standing on a field.
Spotlight

Commencements

The president, vice president and defense leaders deliver messages of hope, encouragement and guidance to graduates of the military academies.

Read More
Commencements
A man is seen driving a piece of equipment.
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.

Read More
Support for Ukraine
This is a simulated response.

News

Press Products


Release |

Readout of Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl's Travel to California

Readout of Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl's Travel to California

Release |

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

DOD Identifies Army Casualty

Release |

AUKUS Partners Demonstrate Advanced Capabilities Trial

AUKUS Partners Demonstrate Advanced Capabilities Trial

From The Services

Search and rescue personnel load a rubber boat into an aircraft.
Army

Soldiers Participate in Extreme Weather Exercise

Soldiers Participate in Extreme Weather Exercise
A Marine laying on the ground in camouflage aims a weapon.
Marine Corps

Marines, Airmen Train Together

Marines, Airmen Train Together
Sailors man rails aboard a ship at sea.
Navy

USS Truxtun Returns From Deployment

USS Truxtun Returns From Deployment
An airman wears an over-cloak over an helmet and mask.
Air Force

Airmen Test Next-Gen Equipment

Airmen Test Next-Gen Equipment
The Space Force seal overlays a star field with a satellite and portion of earth on either side.
Space Force

Space Force Implements New Holistic Health Program

Space Force Implements New Holistic Health Program
Four soldiers pose for a photo.
National Guard

Guardsman Earns Expert Field Medical Badge

Guardsman Earns Expert Field Medical Badge

Interactive Experiences

Multimedia

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

Photos Videos All Multimedia