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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Sailors practice sparring with batons.

Baton Balance

Sailors practice baton strike techniques in the hangar bay of the USS John C. Stennis in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 22, 2018. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class David A. Brandenburg

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  • Credit: Petty Officer 2nd Class David A. Brandenburg VIRIN: 180822-N-UD522-0105C.JPG
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