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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier uses a circular light under a starry sky.

Circle of Color

A Special Forces soldier demonstrates a chemical light during Trojan Footprint in Macedonia, May 10, 2021. The exercise is designed to demonstrate proficiencies, assess readiness and lethality and improve interoperability with allies and partners.

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