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Five Korean War ‘Firsts’ Had Lasting Impacts

The Korean War, which ended with an armistice on July 27, 1953, is sometimes referred to as the “forgotten war” or a “police action,” but despite that reputation, the war had five unforgettable firsts. 

Ryder Says Military Will Work to Maintain Americans’ Trust

While still high, Americans’ trust in the military has dropped, and DOD officials will do all they can to communicate to the American people about the positive good of the U.S. military.

DOD Releases Plan for Implementing Cyber Workforce Strategy

The Defense Department Cyber Workforce Strategy sets the foundation for how the department will foster a cyber workforce capable of executing complex and varied missions.

U.S., Mongolia Discuss Military-to-Military Relations During Pentagon Visit

The U.S. and Mongolia share a common vision for the Indo-Pacific region and a fundamental desire for peace and stability, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said during the first visit of a Mongolian prime minister to the Pentagon.

Troops From 3 Nations Make Amphibious Landing in Australia

Over 30,000 personnel and 13 nations are participating in Exercise Talisman Sabre 23. This year’s exercise is the largest in its history since the exercises began in 2005.

Austin, Morgan Freeman Discuss Upcoming Documentary

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met with actor and producer Morgan Freeman, who is featured in an upcoming documentary about the heroics of a segregated, all-Black Army tanker unit that fought in Europe during World War II.

Expeditionary Strike Group Readies Marines to Land in Australia

The USS America was abuzz with activity as Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit prepared to conduct a simulated amphibious assault during Exercise Talisman Sabre.

Austin Concludes Productive Trip in Indo-Pacific

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III returned from a weeklong trip to the Indo-Pacific region with productive stops in both Papua New Guinea and Australia, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said.