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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine walks with a dog on a leash as Marine Corps musicians perform in the background.

Promoted Pup

Opha May, the mascot of Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, walks with her handler after being promoted to the rank of corporal at the depot in South Carolina, Jan. 3, 2020.

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