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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marine Corps recruits swing on long ropes during a training course.

Rope Swing

Marine Corps recruits execute the rope swing during a confidence course at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Sept. 24, 2019. The obstacles are used to instill confidence by challenging recruits to overcome their fears.

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