Defense Visual Information Center

The Defense Visual Information Center (DVIC), a U.S. government agency under the Department of Defense, traces its roots to 1918 with the Army's Signal Corps Photographic Laboratory for visual records. Evolved from the 1970s Defense Audiovisual Agency (DAVA), it was redesignated DVIC, managing vast archives of still photos, motion pictures, and videos from Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps, including over 4 million feet of film. Key activities encompass collecting, preserving, and distributing official visual information documenting military operations, exercises, and history. Notable achievements include consolidating DoD visual depositories and automating facilities at March AFB. Now integrated into Defense Media Activity (DMA, est. 2008), it supports public affairs and media distribution via DVIDS. No direct UAP/UFO research links found; focuses on general defense visual records. Current status: active within DMA.