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Assistant Secretary of Defense M&RA (@asdmandra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Check out Mr. Tim Dill’s visit to Fort Jackson in Columbia, SC! He engaged in physical fitness, key leader meetings, and drills with U.S. Army soldiers, affirming the center's dedication to #Servicemember #MissionReadiness.

Check out Mr. Tim Dill’s visit to <a href="/fortjackson/">Fort Jackson</a> in Columbia, SC! He engaged in physical fitness, key leader meetings, and drills with <a href="/USArmy/">U.S. Army</a> soldiers, affirming the center's dedication to #Servicemember #MissionReadiness.
Department of Defense 🇺🇸 (@deptofdefense) 's Twitter Profile Photo

For 70+ years, “The Old Guard” has provided caisson funeral services at Arlington National Cemetery. Following an operational pause in May 2023 and a transformative overhaul of the unit, they are back & dedicated to honoring tradition & enhancing equine welfare. defense.gov/News/Feature-S…

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (@secdef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This morning, I joined our Marines and DNI Tulsi Gabbard for a motivating PT session at Henderson Hall. Every rep, every drop of sweat, reminds us of the toughness and tenacity that defend our nation.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (@secdef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Excellent meeting today with my French counterpart, Minister of the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu. We discussed the imperative need for Europeans to meet a 5% defense spending commitment to restore deterrence with ready, lethal conventional forces. 🇺🇸🇫🇷

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It’s not just about strength, it’s about trust! Recruits with Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, take on the confidence course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C.. Every obstacle overcome builds character and camaraderie.

DOD Rapid Response (@dodresponse) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Dakota Meyer has repeatedly answered the call of duty. On September 8th, 2009, Dakota bravely fought in the Battle of Ganjgal, where he saved THIRTY-SIX Marines and Afghan soldiers. He earned the Medal of Honor for his bravery. Today, He has decided to put his Country first

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (@secdef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Nearly sixteen years ago, Medal Of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer almost lost his life while fighting in Afghanistan. Dakota has decided to answer the call of duty once again and has reenlisted in the U.S. Marines

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SHOWCASING EXCELLENCE! U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa hosted a best squad competition on Caserma Del Din, Italy. Over the span of three days, squads tested their technical and tactical proficiency, as well as their ability to work as a disciplined and cohesive team.

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth (@secdef) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On April 18th, 1775, Paul Revere rode through the night to warn local militias that the British were coming. Two hundred and fifty years later, we honor his bravery.

On April 18th, 1775, Paul Revere rode through the night to warn local militias that the British were coming.

Two hundred and fifty years later, we honor his bravery.