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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine wearing a life vest in a canoe high-fives a child wading near shore as others look on.

Paddle Pals

Marine Corps Sgt. Justin Cortez, right, celebrates with Latvian Sea Scouts after canoeing to Scout Island in Jurmala, Latvia, June 8, 2019. The visit aims to build international relationships and raise awareness about an upcoming NATO exercise.

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