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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine Corps recruit looks through a view finder on a weapon.

Crucible Concentration

Marine Corps recruit Colin G. VanZalen participates in the final challenge of recruit training, known as the Crucible, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Nov. 22, 2019.

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