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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marines stand in formation as one of them holds a folded American flag.

Raising the Colors

Marines prepare to raise the American flag during the quarterly morning colors ceremony at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., Oct. 31, 2019. The ceremony is held once per quarter to honor the colors as well as award Marines and sailors for their achievements.

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