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U.S. Department of Defense

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Austins Deliver Holiday Message

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and Charlene Austin send holiday greetings to Defense Department service members and civilians.

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Austins Deliver Holiday Message
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Austin Brings Holiday Cheer to Deployed Service Members

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III expressed gratitude, shared stories and offered encouragement to troops and their families who have sacrificed the comforts of home while serving their country.

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Austin Brings Holiday Cheer to Deployed Service Members
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Taking Care of Our People

We recognize the service and sacrifice of our military and their families, and dedicate resources, services, policies and programs to support the more than 2 million uniformed service members and 2.6 million family members across the globe.

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Taking Care of Our People
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General Officer Assignments

General Officer Assignments

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Makes Thanksgiving Calls to Deployed Service Members

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Makes Thanksgiving Calls to Deployed Service Members

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Statement From Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the Ceasefire Agreed to by Israel and Lebanon

Statement From Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III on the Ceasefire Agreed to by Israel and Lebanon

From The Services

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Army

Soldiers Win Turkey Bowl Championship

Soldiers Win Turkey Bowl Championship
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Marine Corps

Marines Complete Phase 1 of Operation Clean Sweep

Marines Complete Phase 1 of Operation Clean Sweep
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Navy

USS George Washington Returns to Japan

USS George Washington Returns to Japan
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Air Force

Tips for Staying Safe During the Holidays

Tips for Staying Safe During the Holidays
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Space Force

Leader Praises Guardians During Visit

Leader Praises Guardians During Visit
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National Guard

Guardsmen Help Control Wildfire

Guardsmen Help Control Wildfire

Interactive Experiences

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Multimedia

Take a look behind the lens at the missions and accomplishments of the men and women who serve in the U.S. armed forces.

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