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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Adults at a table help children dress stuffed animals.

Building a Bear

Volunteers at a Build-A-Bear station help children put together their stuffed animals during the 9th annual Winter Wonderland Extravaganza held for military families at the Ritz Carlton in Arlington, Va., Dec. 5, 2022.

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