Pentagon Globe Requested by Hegseth Shattered During Staff Move

Army officials said staff members attempting to relocate a 30‑inch historic globe for Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth accidentally dropped it, causing it to break. The globe, described as a priceless pre‑Second World War artifact, was slated for display in Hegseth’s Pentagon office.

The Eisenhower globe, once used by General Dwight D. Eisenhower while planning the D‑Day landings, is considered a rare piece of military history. Photographs released by the Washington Post show the shattered sphere after the botched move.

Officials did not disclose the extent of the damage or any plans for restoration, but confirmed the incident occurred during the staff’s attempt to move the fragile object without professional assistance.

Why It Matters

The incident highlights the challenges of preserving historic military artifacts within active government facilities.