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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marines fire a weapon in darkness.

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Marines fire an M252 81 mm mortar system at Mount Bundey Training Area, Australia, Aug. 9, 2019. The Marines are assigned to Marine Rotational Force Darwin, a troop rotation that strengthens the alliance between the U.S. and Australia.

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