United States Department of Defense | Vibepedia

The United States Department of Defense (DOD) is a federal executive department. The DOD was created to consolidate the nation's military forces and provide a unified command structure. Headquartered at the Pentagon in Arlington County, Virginia, the DOD has a presence in over 100 countries around the world. The department is home to several notable agencies, including the Defense Intelligence Agency. The DOD is a major driver of innovation, with a wide range of research and development activities.