Department of Defense Flashcards
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Department of Defense
Definition
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The United States Department of Defense is an executive branch department of the federal government of the United States charged with coordinating and supervising all agencies and functions of the U.S. government directly related to national security and the United States Armed Forces.
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Mission
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To provide combat-credible military forces needed to deter war and protect the security of our nation.
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Three military departments
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Army, Navy, Air Force
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Secretary of Defense (Job)
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oversees the Defense Department and acts as the principal defense policymaker and advisor
