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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier, shown in silhouette, leans over and motions while working on a weapon system with another soldier.

Preventive Prep

Soldiers perform preventive maintenance checks and service on an M121 mortar system at the Hobet reclaimed mine site in southern West Virginia, Jan. 12, 2018, during a three-day drill period. Air National Guard photo by Capt. Holli Nelson

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