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U.S. Department of Defense

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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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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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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, 2022.

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Support for Ukraine
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Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds a Press Briefing

Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder Holds a Press Briefing
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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Egyptian Minister of Defense General Mohamed Zaki

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Egyptian Minister of Defense General Mohamed Zaki
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Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Lithuanian Minister of National Defense Laurynas Kasčiūnas

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Call With Lithuanian Minister of National Defense Laurynas Kasčiūnas

From The Services

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Army

Veterinary Exercise Puts the 'Surge' in Surgery

Veterinary Exercise Puts the 'Surge' in Surgery
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Marine Corps

Balikatan 2024 Concludes

Balikatan 2024 Concludes
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Navy

13 Nations Conduct Maritime Interdiction Training in Ghana

13 Nations Conduct Maritime Interdiction Training in Ghana
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Air Force

Modeling, Simulation Experts Convene at Summit

Modeling, Simulation Experts Convene at Summit
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Space Force

Strategic Action Plan Addresses Data, AI Activities

Strategic Action Plan Addresses Data, AI Activities
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National Guard

Soldiers Help With Tornado Response in Oklahoma

Soldiers Help With Tornado Response in Oklahoma

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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