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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A rocket launches against a blue sky. Flames and smoke billow from underneath.

Falcon Launch

The Falcon 9 Starlink rocket successfully lifts off of Pad 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla., Jan. 29, 2020.

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  • Credit: Air Force Airman 1st Class Zoe Thacke VIRIN: 200129-F-AO460-1022A.JPG
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