(Press Enter). U.S. DepartmentofDefense Home News Spotlights About Legal & Administrative Spotlights SPOTLIGHT Helping Hands More than just a fighting force, the Defense Department delivers health care, disaster relief and other support to people around the world in humanitarian missions every day. SPOTLIGHT Commemorating World War I The Defense Department honors the contributions and sacrifices of the millions of Americans who served during World War I, including those who were wounded in combat and those who never returned home. SPOTLIGHT National Native American Heritage Month The Defense Department honors the storied legacy of American Indians and Alaska Natives who, from the Revolutionary War to present-day missions around the world, contribute greatly to national defense. SPOTLIGHT Arts & Entertainment From aerobatic pilots to xylophone musicians, artists and entertainers of all types thrive in DOD, both as hobbyists and military professionals. And through traditions like USO shows, service members also have unique opportunities to enjoy the arts as spectators and fans. SPOTLIGHT Face of Defense Get to know the nation's service members; find out who they are, what they do, why they serve and how they spend their time out of uniform. SPOTLIGHT Stars Behind the Stripes What makes America's military the finest force in history are its people – the service members, veterans, families and DOD civilians who readily give their time, talents and tenacity. SPOTLIGHT National Hispanic Heritage Month National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, marks a time to showcase and honor the many contributions Hispanic Americans have made to the Defense Department and the nation. SPOTLIGHT Suicide Prevention The Defense Department is focused on bringing greater attention to suicide prevention efforts and connecting the military community to resources. SPOTLIGHT Remembering September 11, 2001 Twenty years later, the Defense Department honors the memories of those who died during the 9/11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Shanksville, Pa. SPOTLIGHT Afghanistan Evacuation: DOD Response DOD is working with the State Department, partners, and allies to evacuate U.S. and Afghan citizens from Afghanistan. 1 2 3 4 5 SEARCH SPOTLIGHTS Advanced DEFENSE.GOV Home News Spotlights About HELPFUL LINKS Live Events Today in DOD Contracts For the Media Contact RESOURCES DOD Resources Help Center DOD / Military Websites Insignia Agency Financial Report POPULAR Coronavirus: DOD Response DOD Expeditionary Civilian Workforce Artificial Intelligence DOD Space Strategy The Department of Defense provides the military forces needed to deter war and ensure our nation's security. Enter Your Search Terms Subscribe