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2 Civil War Soldiers Receive Medal of Honor, Inducted Into Hall of Heroes

Two soldiers posthumously received the Medal of Honor for sabotaging the railroad that the Confederate army used during the Civil War in 1862.

Two Civil War Soldiers Earn Medal of Honor for Hijacking Confederate Railroad

Two soldiers posthumously received the Medal of Honor for sabotaging the railroad that the Confederate army used during the Civil War in 1862.

U.S. Is Fully Committed to Ukraine’s Defense, Pentagon Official Says

The United States is fully committed to continuing its support for Ukraine as that country battles for survival in the face of Russian aggression, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder said.

Marine Corps’ Force Design Is Focused on Pacing Challenge From China

The National Defense Strategy places a primary focus on the need to strengthen U.S. military deterrence against China and defeat it if necessary.

Austin Underscores U.S. Commitment to Ukraine in Meeting With Counterpart

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III previewed a new military assistance package for Ukraine as he met with Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov at the Pentagon. 

U.S. Bases in Europe Go to Higher State of Alert

U.S. commanders in Europe have placed bases in a higher state of alert in response to a combination of factors, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.

Pentagon Official Says Partnerships Are Central to Building Robust Industrial Capacity

Close collaboration with like-minded partners remains a top priority as Defense Department leaders drive efforts to reinforce supply chains and bolster industrial capacity, a senior Pentagon official said.

Floating Pier to Return to Israel After Successful Gaza Aid Delivery

With high seas expected, U.S. Central Command removed the temporary pier from its anchored position in Gaza and will tow it back to Ashdod, Israel, Sabrina Singh, deputy Pentagon press secretary said.