Notice: The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.

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Shutdown Message

Support is available to help Sailors, Marines, civilians and their families lessen the impact of the government shutdown.

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What is the Stand-in Force

A "Stand-in Force" is a forward deployed, agile and lethal force designed to counter potential threats and deter aggression.

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UNITAS 2025

This year marks the 66th iteration of UNITAS, the world’s longest running annual multinational maritime exercise since 1960.

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A Drill Instructor's Final Cycle

The standard drill instructor tours last three years and are one of the special duty assignments enlisted Marines must complete in their careers.

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Northern Strike 25-2

U.S. Marines participate in close air support during Northern Strike 25-2 to enhance the survivability and lethality of the naval expeditionary force.

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