This Sunday, August 10th, marks the birthday of the United States Department of Defense—a day to pause and recognize the organization that has stood watch over our nation for decades. The DoD’s mission is simple in words but massive in responsibility: keep America safe. From defending our homeland to protecting our interests abroad, it’s the steady hand that ensures we can live our lives with the freedom and security we often take for granted. This anniversary isn’t just about history—it’s about the living promise that our country will always be ready to defend itself.

At the core of that promise are the men and women who serve in uniform. Soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, Guardians, and Coast Guardsmen—they all carry the weight of our safety on their shoulders every single day. Whether standing guard on home soil or serving in far-off corners of the world, their dedication and courage are the reason we can wake up each morning in a country that’s free. Their families, too, serve in their own way—holding things together at home so their loved ones can focus on the mission.

As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, we don’t just appreciate that sacrifice—we understand it. We’ve lived it. Many of us have worn the uniform and know what it means to put the mission first, no matter the personal cost. That experience drives everything we do at Visionary Consulting Partners. On the DoD’s birthday, we say thank you—not just in words, but through our continued commitment to supporting the Department’s mission and helping ensure that America remains strong for generations to come.