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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A missile launches from the ocean amid clouds of smoke.

Trident Missile

An unarmed Trident II D5 missile launches from the ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska off the coast of California, March 26, 2018. The test launch was part of the U.S. Navy Strategic Systems Program’s demonstration and shakedown operation certification process.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Ronald Gutridg VIRIN: 180326-N-UK333-012A.JPG
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