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Trump, Hegseth, Caine Speak to Top War Department Leaders

  • Department of War
  • Sept. 30, 2025 | 02:01:48

President and Commander in Chief Donald J. Trump, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speak to top War Department leaders at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Sept. 30, 2025.

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America's Nuclear Triad

The triad, along with assigned forces, provide 24/7 deterrence to prevent catastrophic actions from our adversaries and they stand ready, if necessary, to deliver a decisive response, anywhere, anytime.

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Art of the Shot

They're not dumb grunts, and hitting the target requires more than good aim. Set your sights on discovering what snipers do, and how they master their essential, exacting, lethal art.

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Military Units: Air Force

Composed of an active-duty and two reserve components, learn about the Air Force's structure and more key facts.

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Baseball's Impact on the Navy

From its introduction into the Navy in the late 1800s, baseball became a phenomenon that U.S. sailors — many of whom were Major League pros — helped to spread around the world.