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PEACE THROUGH
Strength

It’s a promise from this nation to its citizens, allies, and enemies. The strength required to create that peace is found in the lethality, character, and commitment of our warfighters.

Earn Your Place In The Fight
Earn Your Place In The Fight
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WWI Commission Unveils New Sculpture at WWI Memorial

The World War I Centennial Commission unveiled a new $44 million sculpture in Washington, D.C.’s, Pershing Park, Sept. 13, 2024. "A Soldier’s Journey" by Sabin Howard pays tribute to the nearly 4.7 million U.S. service members who served during WWI.

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Night Watch - A sailor conducts flight operations aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush in the 5th Fleet area of operations, July 29, 2026. The vessel is deployed to support maritime security and stability in the Middle East.

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U.S. Navy to Christen Future USS William Charette

U.S. Navy to Christen Future USS William Charette

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Office of Strategic Capital Signs $820 Million Conditional Loan Commitment With Performance Drone Works to Expand Domestic Drone Component Manufacturing

Office of Strategic Capital Signs $820 Million Conditional Loan Commitment With Performance Drone Works to Expand Domestic Drone Component Manufacturing

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Navy to Decommission Littoral Combat Ship Fort Worth

Navy to Decommission Littoral Combat Ship Fort Worth
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From The Services

Fort Drum Soldiers Get First Look at New Campus-Style Dining Venue

Army

Fort Drum Soldiers Get First Look at New Campus-Style Dining Venue 

Communication Strategy Marines Conduct Field Training in Japan

Marine Corps

Communication Strategy Marines Conduct Field Training in Japan 

Top Enlisted Sailor Visits Naval Station Great Lakes
Senior Enlisted Leader Reflects on Career During Base Visit

Air Force

Senior Enlisted Leader Reflects on Career During Base Visit 

Council on Foreign Relations Visits Cape Canaveral Station

Space Force

Council on Foreign Relations Visits Cape Canaveral Station 

Virginia Guardsmen Strengthen Engineering Skills in Mongolia

National Guard

Virginia Guardsmen Strengthen Engineering Skills in Mongolia 

Quiz

Heart of the Matter: Take This Quiz on America's Oldest Medal

The Purple Heart medal lays over the American flag.

From Revolutionary War battlefields to today's frontlines, the Purple Heart has served as a recognition of sacrifice and heroism. How well do you know the history behind America's oldest military medal?

The Purple Heart medal lays over the American flag.
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We Prepare. You Should, Too.

Two people in camouflage military uniforms direct the driver of a bulldozer on a two-lane road; trees and mud surround the road.

Service members train and prepare year-round so when disasters strike, troops are ready to help those in harm's way. Learn how you can prepare, too.

Two people in camouflage military uniforms direct the driver of a bulldozer on a two-lane road; trees and mud surround the road.
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Delivering Peace Through Strength

The silhouette of a military aircraft taking off at night with fire trailing behind it.

From defending America's borders and fighting drug trafficking to changes in culture and business operations to better build the nation's arsenal of freedom, President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are ushering in a new era characterized by peace through strength.

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USS Constitution: A Look Inside 'Old Ironsides'

A DOD graphic illustrates an old ship sailing in a harbor next to graphics in blue and yellow.

Meet Boston's only undefeated team: the crew aboard Old Ironsides! Step aboard the oldest and toughest warship in all seven seas, which doubles as a living — and floating — museum.

A DOD graphic illustrates an old ship sailing in a harbor next to graphics in blue and yellow.