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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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Three competitors carrying a sniper rifle and gear walk in a field as shown in silhouette as the sun shines above.
Sunlit Silhouette - Sniper teams compete in events at the 55th Winston P. Wilson and 35th Armed Forces Skill at Arms Meeting Sniper Championships at Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Training Center, Ark., Dec. 8, 2025. The matches challenged competitors to locate and engage multiple target sets, identify threats, make rapid precision shots and detect a concealed sniper, testing the full range of fieldcraft and marksmanship skills required in sniper operations.

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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AUKUS Defense Ministers' Meeting Joint Statement

AUKUS Defense Ministers' Meeting Joint Statement

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Hosts AUKUS Defense Ministers' Meeting

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Hosts AUKUS Defense Ministers' Meeting

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to Host Australian, U.K. Defense Ministers for AUKUS Ministerial

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to Host Australian, U.K. Defense Ministers for AUKUS Ministerial
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From The Services

Army Secretary Highlights Readiness, Talent at Ranger Graduation

Army

Army Secretary Highlights Readiness, Talent at Ranger Graduation 

Operation Odyssey Stormbreaker III Enhances Indo-Pacific Readiness

Marine Corps

Operation Odyssey Stormbreaker III Enhances Indo-Pacific Readiness 

U.S., Malaysian Forces Kick Off Training
Air Force Welcomes 21st Chief Master Sergeant

Air Force

Air Force Welcomes 21st Chief Master Sergeant 

Command Accepts Long-Range Radar System

Space Force

Command Accepts Long-Range Radar System 

Guardsmen Participate in Vigilant Guard Exercise, Sharpen CBRN Response

National Guard

Guardsmen Participate in Vigilant Guard Exercise, Sharpen CBRN Response 

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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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Land vs. Sea: Test Your Army-Navy Game Knowledge

Who will "sing second" this year? See how much you know about one of the oldest college football rivalries.

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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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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?