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Department of Defense

Established in 1949, the Department of Defense (DoD) plays a crucial role in maintaining national security and preventing conflicts. It oversees several military branches, including the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and Army, and employs approximately 1.

Department of Defense

Est. 1949

1.4 Mil M/F Active Duty

Secretary of Defense: Ash Carter

Department of Defense

Military Branches

Air Force
Marine Corps
Navy
Army

Prevent War

Meets with Foreign Leaders

Current Issues

Sexual Assault
Afghanistan War

Agencies

Defense Threat Reduction Agency
Reduces threats posed by weapons of mass destruction
National Security Agency
Global monitoring, collection, and processing of information
Pentagon Force Protection Agency
Protection of the occupants of the Pentagon, Mark Center, Defense Health Headquarters and other delegated Pentagon facilities
Missile Defense Agency
Ballistic Missile Defense systems for U.S & Allies
Defense Security Service
Provide Security to DOD & Federal Agencies

Maintain National Security