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U.S. Department of Defense

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Don't Ask, Don't Tell Resources

DOD is committed to increasing its efforts to reach LGBTQ+ veterans discharged under less than honorable conditions for homosexual conduct prior to the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell to ensure they are aware of the process to request a correction to their military record.

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Don't Ask, Don't Tell Resources
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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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Value of Service

The U.S. military, the world's finest fighting force, is made up entirely of volunteers, reinforcing the American ideal of personal freedom while offering those with the desire and ability to serve opportunity, community and purpose.

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Value of Service
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News

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DOD Announces 2023 Laboratory-University Collaboration Initiative Fellows

DOD Announces 2023 Laboratory-University Collaboration Initiative Fellows
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DOD Establishes Munitions Campus Pilot to Lower Barriers for Emerging Industry

DOD Establishes Munitions Campus Pilot to Lower Barriers for Emerging Industry
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DOD Releases Report on Defense Spending by State in Fiscal Year 2022

DOD Releases Report on Defense Spending by State in Fiscal Year 2022

From The Services

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Army

Construction Begins on Military Working Dog Facility

Construction Begins on Military Working Dog Facility
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Marine Corps

Marines Host Training for Palauan Officers

Marines Host Training for Palauan Officers
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Navy

U.S., Bahrain Strengthen Partnership During Exercise

U.S., Bahrain Strengthen Partnership During Exercise
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Air Force

Aircrews to Get New Body Armor Carrier Systems

Aircrews to Get New Body Armor Carrier Systems
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Space Force

Guardians Eligible for New Good Conduct Medal

Guardians Eligible for New Good Conduct Medal
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National Guard

Louisiana Guardsmen Shine at Military Intelligence Contest

Louisiana Guardsmen Shine at Military Intelligence Contest

Veteran Resource

Interactive Experiences

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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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