May 31, 2022 Biden Says U.S. Has Sacred Obligation to Fallen Service Members Americans have many obligations, President Joe Biden said. But one of them rises above all others: doing right by the service members who fight on behalf of the United States.
April 21, 2022 Purple Up: Celebrating military children Students and their families are encouraged to wear purple, which shows support and signifies the unique sacrifices military children make alongside their families, both home and abroad.
Jan. 15, 2022 Nation Observes Anniversary of Operation Desert Storm Operation Desert Storm began 31 years ago — on Jan. 16, 1991 — five months after Iraqi forces invaded and annexed Kuwait.
Nov. 9, 2021 Americans Answer Call to Arms During World War I World War I at one time was known as the Great War or "the war to end all wars" because not many could have imagined an even bloodier global conflict — World War II — would occur just two decades later.
Nov. 2, 2021 DOD Celebrates 'National Veterans and Military Families Month' The Defense Department recognizes that military families have important roles to play in supporting a strong and ready force.
Sept. 10, 2021 DOD Leaders Recall Americans' Resilience After 9/11 At a 9/11 memorial event at the Pentagon, Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks said she remembers the resiliency of Americans following the attacks.