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Does the Pentagon Library have any meeting, conference, or study rooms?
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Is WiFi available in the Pentagon Library?
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Where is the Pentagon Library and what are the hours of operation?

How do I apply for a library card?
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What are the Pentagon visitor escort procedures?
Last Updated: Nov 20, 2020 |
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Does the Pentagon Library issue ID/passwords for Kanopy?
Last Updated: Apr 01, 2022 |
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How do I return my library books?
Last Updated: May 20, 2025 |
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Does the Pentagon Library staff escort retirees to the library?

I am retired military with a military ID card. Will someone escort me to the Pentagon Library if asked?
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Does the Pentagon Library proctor tests?
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Does the Pentagon Library offer database training for Pentagon offices?
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Does the Pentagon Library have computers available for use?
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Where would I locate army regulations on the Pentagon Library website?
Last Updated: Apr 01, 2022 |
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Does the Pentagon Library have the Janes database?
Last Updated: Dec 30, 2021 |
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Views: 736
Where can I find Congressional information?

Where can I find the Congressional Record, Congressional hearings and reports, legislation, or Congressional member and committee information?
Last Updated: Nov 20, 2020 |
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Does the Pentagon Library have eBooks?
Last Updated: May 12, 2023 |
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Views: 463
What are some of the other databases the Pentagon Library have?
Last Updated: Mar 13, 2025 |
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Views: 395
How do I obtain a subscription to Congressional Quarterly?
Last Updated: Feb 18, 2022 |
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Views: 360
How do I locate a digital journal/newspaper in the Pentagon Library collection?
Last Updated: Nov 20, 2020 |
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Does the Pentagon Library have Bloomberg?
Last Updated: Apr 01, 2022 |
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Does the Pentagon Library have the database called LeadershipConnect?
Last Updated: Feb 11, 2025 |
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Where would I locate the Military Professional Reading lists?
Last Updated: Nov 20, 2020 |
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Views: 155

Who can apply for a Pentagon Library card?
Last Updated: Jul 09, 2026 |
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Does the Pentagon Library accept donations?
Last Updated: Mar 05, 2024 |
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What is my Pentagon Library Account number?
Last Updated: Aug 03, 2022 |
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Does the Pentagon Library request library materials for interlibrary loan?

How do I submit a request?
Last Updated: Dec 10, 2020 |
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Views: 177
What happens if I lose a Pentagon Library book?
Last Updated: Feb 14, 2025 |
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How many times can I renew Pentagon Library material?

If I reach my renewal limit, can the Librarians overide the limit and renew my books over the phone?
Last Updated: Nov 06, 2024 |
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Does the Pentagon Library have any meeting, conference, or study rooms?
Last Updated: Aug 14, 2026 |
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Views: 23455
Who can apply for a Pentagon Library card?
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What are AI hallucination citations and how do I spot them?
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Does the Pentagon Library have a fax machine for public use?
Last Updated: Apr 30, 2026 |
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Where would I find the room in the Pentagon that deals with maps?

Last Updated: Mar 27, 2026 | Views: 121
Is WiFi available in the Pentagon Library?
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Views: 18918
Does the Pentagon Library have computers available for use?
Last Updated: Jun 10, 2025 |
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Views: 225
How do I return my library books?
Last Updated: May 20, 2025 |
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Views: 449
What are some of the other databases the Pentagon Library have?
Last Updated: Mar 13, 2025 |
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Views: 395
Is wearing a mask required when entering the Pentagon Library facility?
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