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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Two soldiers, shown from behind, navigate a wide rope ladder against a blue sky.

Obstacle Experts

Soldiers climb down a rope ladder while going through a nine-station obstacle course at Fort Polk, La., June 7, 2019. Candidates wishing to obtain the Army’s Air Assault Badge must successfully complete a majority of the stations.

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