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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marines run on sand under a starry sky illuminated by a blue streak.

Shooting Stars

Marines conduct a live-fire exercise during a theater amphibious combat rehearsal at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Feb. 14. The rehearsal allows sailors and Marines to practice a range of critical combat-related capabilities.

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