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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A uniformed sailor jumps into water churning beneath him; the heads of three other service members bob in the water. A bridge is visible in the background.

Flotation Check

A special operations sailor jumps into Coronado Bay for a floatation check in San Diego, Calif., March 5, 2009.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Michelle Kapica VIRIN: 090305-N-D0439-025.JPG
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