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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 sailor rappels from a flying helicopter with a rope during daytime, with a blue sky overhead.
Air Suspension - A Navy explosive ordnance disposal technician rappels from an MH-60S Sea Hawk during a helicopter rope-suspension techniques course at Silver Strand Training Complex in Coronado, Calif., Dec. 3, 2025.

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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United States Defends Space Interests in Partnership with Allies: CSpO Initiative to Advance Coalition Spacepower

United States Defends Space Interests in Partnership with Allies: CSpO Initiative to Advance Coalition Spacepower

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Secretary Pete Hegseth Greets Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson at the Pentagon

Secretary Pete Hegseth Greets Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson at the Pentagon

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Readout of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's Meeting With Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson

Readout of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's Meeting With Swedish Minister of Defense Pål Jonson
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From The Services

Helicopter Medevac Training Enhances Military Working Dogs' Readiness

Army

Helicopter Medevac Training Enhances Military Working Dogs' Readiness 

Chief Warrant Officer Explains Selection Process, Her Pride in Proficiency

Marine Corps

Chief Warrant Officer Explains Selection Process, Her Pride in Proficiency 

U.S., Japan Naval Forces Complete Mine Warfare Exercise
100th KC-46A Pegasus Delivered to Travis Air Force Base

Air Force

100th KC-46A Pegasus Delivered to Travis Air Force Base 

Space Force, Air Force Integration Powers Air Force Battle Network

Space Force

Space Force, Air Force Integration Powers Air Force Battle Network 

Utah Guard Opens Medical Simulation Training Center at Camp Williams

National Guard

Utah Guard Opens Medical Simulation Training Center at Camp Williams 

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Remembering Pearl Harbor

On Dec. 7, 1941, Japan launched a surprise attack on the U.S. Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and propelled the nation into World War II.

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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.

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The 'Date Which Will Live in Infamy': How Much Do You Know?

Test your knowledge about the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, that took American lives and led the United States into World War II.