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Special Reports
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Defense Secretary Ash Carter travels to Israel, Saudi Arabia and Jordan during a weeklong trip to discuss security concerns including countering Iran's destabilizing activities and preventing terror attacks, and the ongoing fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. Special | Travels Archive
Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is traveling, and made an unannounced trip to Baghdad and Kabul, Afghanistan where he met with leaders and service members to discuss progress in the ongoing fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. Special | Travels Archive
Defense Secretary Ash Carter's multiday domestic trip includes stops in three cities to highlight the U.S. Army Global Response Force's readiness and training and thank service members involved in current operations. Special | Travels Archive
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced the seventh annual Feds Feed Families campaign, which extends throughout the government. The Defense Department will play a vital role in the fight against hunger. Special
Secretary of Defense Ash Carter travels to Germany, Estonia and Belgium for meetings with European defense ministers and to participate in his first NATO Ministerial as defense secretary. Carter intends to reaffirm continued U.S. commitment to security in the region and hear from U.S. service members stationed in Europe. Special
U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is visiting Israel to discuss regional threats and the state of the U.S.-Israeli military-to-military relationship. Special | Travels Archive
The Department of Defense has ordered a comprehensive review of DoD laboratory procedures, processes, and protocols associated with inactivating spore-forming anthrax. Special
During the month of June, the Defense Department joins the nation in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender, or LGBT, Pride Month. During this time, the department recognizes lesbian, gay and bisexual service members and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civilians for their dedicated service to both the DoD mission and to our nation. Special
Defense Secretary Ash Carter begins his second trip as secretary to the Asia-Pacific region to strengthen and modernize alliances as a priority for 21st Century defense and sustaining U.S global leadership. Special
The president, vice president, Defense Department and military leaders deliver messages of hope, encouragement and guidance to the class of 2015. Check out Defense.gov's Special Report: Commencements 2015 to read about their speeches, view photographs and watch videos from the ceremonies. Special
Every year on the last Monday in May, the nation pauses to recognize the U.S. military's men and women who sacrificed their lives while serving their country. In this special report, "Memorial Day 2015," the Defense Department shows how it honors the fallen while thanking military families and veterans in observances around the world. Special
U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey is on a four-day trip to Brussels to meet with his NATO counterparts to discuss a range of issues confronting the alliance. Special | Travels Archive
The U.S. military is providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to support Nepal's government and armed forces, following a magnitude-7.8 earthquake, April 25, 2015. Special
As the nation marks the 70th anniversary of the victory in Europe, the Defense Department honors those who fought in Europe, and those who sacrificed all in freedom's name. Learn more about these brave men and women and the day's observances in the Defense.gov Special Report: V-E Day! 70th Anniversary. Special
Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bryan B. Battaglia, senior enlisted advisor to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is on a six-day trip to Jacksonville, Fla., focusing on Defense Department partnerships with the PGA Tour and nonprofit organizations committed to supporting servicemembers, veterans and military families. Special
During May, the Defense Department pays tribute to the dedicated service and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, past and present, in defense of our nation. Special
Defense Secretary Ash Carter is on a two-day trip to California that focuses on the Defense Department's cyber strategy and developing new partnership initiatives to encourage innovation to leverage commercially driven technology. Special | Travels Archive
The Department of Defense cyber strategy guides the development of DoD's cyber forces and seeks to strengthen cyber defense and cyber deterrence posture. It focuses on building cyber capabilities and organizations for DoD's three primary cyber missions. Special
Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work is on a multi-day trip in the U.S. and Europe, meeting with U.S. troops in Colorado and Germany as well as combatant commanders and other senior leaders.
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The DoD Warrior Games 2015 will feature eight sporting events with approximately 200 athletes representing teams from the Army, Navy Marine Corps, Air Force and U.S. Special Operations Command. Adaptive sports and athletic reconditioning activities play a fundamental role in the recovery, rehabilitation and reintegration of our service members. The events of the DoD Warrior Games 2015 embody the spirit of the members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and celebrate the triumphs, personal courage and inspirational attitude of our wounded, ill and injured service members. Special
The Defense Department is taking a stand against sexual assault in the military in an effort to maintain the well-being of U.S. service members and their families. Check out Defense.gov's special coverage, which includes information about resources dedicated to preventing and appropriately responding to this crime. Special
The Defense Department is working with FEMA to bolster U.S. preparedness for hazards of all types to strengthen our collective security, resilience and readiness. Special
Military children make up a very special part of our nation's population. Although young, these brave sons and daughters stand in steadfast support of their military parents through moves and deployments. To honor their unique contributions and sacrifices on behalf of our country, each April is designated the Month of the Military Child. Special
Defense Secretary Ash Carter is kicking off a national discussion on building "the force of the future" and what the Defense Department must do to change and adapt to maintain its superiority well into the 21st century. Special
Seventy years after the Battle for Iwo Jima, the Defense Department remembers the courage and sacrifice of the service members who fought on the Pacific island, and those who gave their lives there. Special
The Defense Department salutes our nation's heroes on National Medal of Honor Day, March 25, 2015. Created in 1861, the Medal of Honor is the United States' highest military decoration. Special
U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, travels to California, Japan and South Korea. Special | Travels Archive
Traumatic brain injury is one of the invisible wounds of war, and one of the signature injuries of troops wounded in Afghanistan and Iraq. This special report highlights the Defense Department's efforts to care for wounded warriors suffering from this condition while promoting research to improve diagnosis and treatment. Special
Navy Adm. James. A. Winnefeld Jr., vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is hosting his third USO tour, traveling with athletes and celebrities to visit deployed service members around the world. The tour runs through March 9, 2015. Special
The Defense Department supports the continuing education and empowerment of military women as they risk their lives to protect our nation. This Defense.gov special report takes a closer look at the contributions of women in the U.S. armed forces as they continue to lead our nation's defense into the future. Special
U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter meets with U.S. and foreign leaders, as well as deployed U.S. service members, to learn more about the train, advise, and assist mission in Afghanistan during his first overseas trip as secretary. Special | Travels Archive
U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, travels to Texas, Kwajalein Atoll and Australia. Special | Travels Archive
The Defense Department welcomes Ash Carter as the 25th secretary of defense in a special report that highlights his extensive defense career, confirmation hearings and swearing-in.
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Deputy Defense Secretary Bob Work is on a multi-day trip to discuss budget priorities, meet with nuclear enterprise troops and tour the U.S. Navy's newest mobile landing platform.
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Each year, the Defense Department marks National African American History Month by honoring the contributions of African Americans who work to keep the country safe. In proclaiming February as National African American History Month, President Barack Obama noted: "Like the countless, quiet heroes who worked and bled far from the public eye, we know that with enough effort, empathy, and perseverance, people who love their country can change it." Special
The president's fiscal year 2016 budget request of $534 billion protects America today, while positioning the U.S. military to face the threats of tomorrow. The budget funds ongoing strategic priorities including the rebalance to the Asia-Pacific and sustaining a global approach to countering violent extremists. Special
The Defense Department pays tribute to Chuck Hagel as the 24th secretary of defense in a special report that highlights his accomplishments in defense diplomacy and internal reforms. It also looks back at the 288,333 miles Hagel traveled to visit troops and engage with defense leaders from 33 countries. Special
U.S. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is travelling to Italy and Belgium for meetings with senior defense officials in each country. Special | Travels Archive
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel is making his final official domestic trip to thank service members and their families across the country for the work they do every day to defend the nation. During the three-day trip, Hagel is scheduled to visit Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo.; Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif.; the USS America; Fort Bliss, Texas, where he completed basic training in 1967, and White Sands Missile Range, N.M. Special | Travels Archive
In proclaiming November as Military Family Month, President Barack Obama urged Americans to recognize every spouse, parent, sibling, child, and loved one who stands with our service members. Obama said "we affirm our solemn vow to serve these families as well as they serve us." Special
In support of the U.S. Agency for International Development, the Defense Department has made critical contributions to the fight against the Ebola virus disease outbreak in West Africa. Chief among these are the deployment of up to 4,000 men and women in uniform to Monrovia, Liberia, as part of Operation United Assistance. Special
Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. Special
One person has the power to teach resilience, recognize warning signs, intervene, chat, or make a call; it only takes one person or one act to save another person's life. The Department of Defense, in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs, has launched the "Power of 1" campaign in observance of DoD Suicide Prevention Month, September 2014. Special
CFC is the world's largest and most successful annual workplace charity campaign, with more than 150 CFC national and international campaigns raising millions of dollars each year. Defense Department employees nationwide have the opportunity to give to the DoD campaign from Sept. 1, 2014 to Dec. 15, 2014. In his memo, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel expressed his unwavering support for the campaign and strongly encouraged members of the workforce to participate in any way they can. Special
The president has authorized U.S. Central Command to work with partner nations to conduct targeted airstrikes in Iraq and Syria as part of the comprehensive strategy to degrade and defeat the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL). Special
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel has directed the Defense Department to conduct a comprehensive review of the Military Health System that will focus on access to care. The review also will assess the safety and quality of health care in military treatment facilities and the health care DOD purchases from civilian providers. The MHS provides health care for more than 9.6 million beneficiaries. Special
Given today's globalized access to knowledge and the rapid pace of technology development, innovation, speed, and agility have taken on a greater importance. The Department of Defense serves as an innovative leader in developing technology to protect Americans and troops – on and off the battlefield. Special
The Medal of Honor is the United States' highest military decoration. Eleven servicemembers have received the Medal of Honor since the global war on terror began following the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. Special
The nation's top defense leaders are urging Congress to move now to prevent major, across-the-board spending cuts that are scheduled to take effect March 1, 2013. Special
Defense intelligence is critical to the Defense Department's role in national security. Such information helps frame national security policies, and enables warfighters to plan and conduct successful military and security operations that protect America. Special
Biological, chemical, and nuclear terrorist attacks, extreme weather events, and naturally-occurring emerging infectious diseases all pose national security threats unbounded by state, country, and regional borders. The Department of Defense uses global biosurveillance networks to identify and track such threats and to help defend the United States. Special
As the United States continues to bring troops home after 10 years of war, providing veterans with new employment opportunities is becoming increasingly important. Check out Defense.gov's special coverage, which includes a look at employment initiatives dedicated solely to veterans and offers helpful resources as they prepare to begin a new chapter in their lives. Special
The Defense Department is investing in energy conservation, from wind power to golf carts for base transportation, to save the earth and save money. Special
DOD's Operational Energy Strategy will guide the department to a more strategic use of energy resources in the fight today and in plans for the future by lowering risks to our warfighters, saving money for American taxpayers, and allowing the department to shift more resources to other warfighting priorities. Special
The National Security Space Strategy is a pragmatic approach to maintain the advantages derived from space while confronting the challenges of an evolving space strategic environment. Special
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