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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier in civilian clothes throws a ball in the air as children gathered around him watch.

Eyes on the Ball

Army Maj. Erik Buendia uses his Portuguese language skills while interacting with children in Bebedo, Mozambique, April 8, 2019, during Cyclone Idai relief efforts. Buendia is commander of the 403rd Civil Affairs Battalion, Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa.

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