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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

An abrams tank maneuvers across a field.

Platinum Lion

A soldier in an M1 Abrams tank conducts maneuvering during Platinum Lion 19 at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria, July 12, 2019. The training exercise allows units to share military knowledge and tactics to increase interoperability and strengthen the bond between the nations.

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