Updated: March 2008
This Guidebook outlines the functions of the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), Defense Agencies, and DoD Field Activities. Where appropriate, the functional statement cites the pertinent Department of Defense (DoD) Directive which charters the organization and provides more detailed information on the authorities, responsibilities, and functions of the organization.
General information on
the Military Departments, the Joint Chiefs of Staff,Unified Combatant Commands, and the Inspector
General of the DoD is also provided. More detailed information may
be found in DoD Directives, the United States Government Manual, or by direct
contact with the organizations. DoD personnel may
obtain copies from OSD Publications Counter Service, Room 3A1037, Pentagon,
(703) 695-2167. All other personnel may obtain copies from OSD Public
Affairs, Room 1E757, Pentagon, (703) 697-5737.