The Invictus Games are an international sporting competition for wounded, injured and ill Service personnel, both serving and veteran. Visible as well as invisible wounds have changed their lives forever. Yet, they have shown the power to persevere and overcome their challenges resulting in being role models around the globe. .
The DoD Warrior Games is an annual event, first held in 2010. From July 18-26, U.S. Army Training & Doctrine Command hosts the Department of Defense Warrior Games bringing together hundreds of wounded, ill, and injured active duty and veteran military members to compete in adaptive sports as part of their recovery journeys.
The 10th Mountain Division commemorates the hardships and trials the original 10th Mountain Soldiers endured to prepare for combat by hosting an annual winter competition. The name “D Series” refers to the culminating winter training event that the Soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division went through in March-April 1944 to prepare for combat in the mountains of Italy. World War 2 10th...
In response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, the California National Guard and Department of Defense, are conducting disaster response missions to provide critical support to CAL FIRE and local authorities. The mission includes, but is not limited to, aerial firefighting, security assistance, and relief operations. The mission aims to support firefighting efforts, ensure public...
TRADEWINDS is a U.S. Southern Command-sponsored, combined, joint, exercise designed to expand our regional capability to mitigate, plan for, and respond to crises; improve readiness; develop new and refine existing standard operating procedures; enhance ability to defend exclusive economic zones; promote human rights; fully integrate women into the force; and increase maritime domain awareness...
The Ukraine Defense Contact Group, a U.S. Secretary of Defense initiative, brings together global Allies and partners to discuss Ukraine's security cooperation.
The Medical Readiness Command, West (MRCW), Best Medic Competition seeks to challenge MRC, W's best medical personnel in a simulated operational environment. During the competition, two-soldier teams from each of our subordinate commands navigate a grueling series of events that push their stress, physical, and emergency medical skills to the limits.
Former President Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States, passed away on Dec. 29, 2024.
