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Trump Makes Announcement

  • Department of War
  • Sept. 5, 2025 | 30:29

President Donald J. Trump makes an announcement in Washington, Sept. 5, 2025.

Test Your Knowledge of the First President's Military Prowess

Test your military knowledge about America's first president, Gen. George Washington, who first established the Department of War on Aug. 7, 1789.

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Military Units: Army

From team to region — an interactive look at the Army's organization structure and top things to know about America's first service branch.

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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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USS Constitution: A Look Inside 'Old Ironsides'

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.