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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A man holds a big bird in his hand.

Ready Raptor

A falconer with the 52nd Fighter Wing launches a male hawk as part of an effort to keep skies clear of birds that could damage military aircraft at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, May 14, 2019.

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