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Week In Photos

Discover the latest on DOW's missions, milestones and people through this curated collection of top photos.

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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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A kneeling soldier holds a red kong as a sitting puppy watches it.
Eyes on the Prize - Army Spc. Ayllyson Faust tests military working dog, IIbiza, to wait for a kong on the confidence course at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria, Germany, Dec. 11, 2025. The exercise reinforces discipline and patience, key skills that strengthen the team's effectiveness during real-world missions.

Mission Impossible

DOD helped make another "Mission: Impossible" possible. Military expertise, feedback and equipment provided authenticity to make the magic of Hollywood feel real.

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Statement by Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on the Restoring Honor to Service Members Separated Under the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccine Mandate Memorandum

Statement by Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell on the Restoring Honor to Service Members Separated Under the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccine Mandate Memorandum

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Secretary of War General Officer Announcements for Dec. 15, 2025

Secretary of War General Officer Announcements for Dec. 15, 2025

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Readout of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's Call With Japan's Defense Minister Shinjirō Koizumi

Readout of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's Call With Japan's Defense Minister Shinjirō Koizumi
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From The Services

Army Meets Recruitment Goal, Improves Soldier Experience

Army

Army Meets Recruitment Goal, Improves Soldier Experience 

Squadron Provides 'Support Within Striking Distance' in Exercise

Marine Corps

Squadron Provides 'Support Within Striking Distance' in Exercise  

U.S., Philippines Conduct Bilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity
NAVAIR Releases V-22 Osprey Comprehensive Review

Air Force

NAVAIR Releases V-22 Osprey Comprehensive Review 

Space Force Leaders Emphasize Warfighting, Development

Space Force

Space Force Leaders Emphasize Warfighting, Development 

Alaska Guard's Snowstorm Response Inspires Police Officer to Enlist

National Guard

Alaska Guard's Snowstorm Response Inspires Police Officer to Enlist 

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Year in Photos 2025

Year in Photos focuses in on the people and activities of the War Department around the world while highlighting the extraordinary work of military photographers who capture it all.

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Military Units: Navy

Dive in and explore the Navy — from its traditions to leadership and structure, to the ships, submarines, aircraft and personnel that deliver a global reach. See how America projects power at sea.

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Sensors, Receivers and Ordnance, Oh My! Drones Carry It All

Unmanned systems help U.S. service members gain realistic training experience, test equipment and so much more. Can you pass this quiz on military drones with flying colors?

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The Aircraft Boneyard

The boneyard at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., has powered America's air dominance for decades. See how specialists restore, preserve and reactivate aircraft, keeping warfighters in flight.