The Department of Defense, employing over 2.5 million, is the largest employer in the U.S., surpassing Walmart's 2.1 million. Most employees are active-duty troops.
In South Dakota, the high concentration of active-duty Air Force personnel makes it a crucial hub for American military operations, emphasizing the state's military significance.
The U.S. Air Force's roots date back to 1907, and it became a separate branch in 1947; it currently has over 265,600 active-duty personnel.
With 734,000 civilians and additional reservists, the DoD's structure highlights the extensive depth of personnel involved in U.S. military capabilities across various states.
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