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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A group of Marines stand in lines as they practice doing drills.

Drill Practice

Marine Corps recruits perform drill movements during practice for the platoon's final drill competition at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 7, 2020. The drills test instructors on their ability to give commands and test recruits on how to execute the movements properly.

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