An official website of the United States Government 
Here's how you know

Official websites use .gov

A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS

A lock ( lock ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Two sailors, shown in silhouette against an orangish sky, hold refueling equipment while standing on a ship's deck.

Ready to Refuel

Sailors aboard the USS Benfold prepare to refuel an MH-60R helicopter in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 14, 2025.

Photo Gallery