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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A rope is thrown between a ship and Marines in a rubber raft as the raft approaches the ship in choppy water.

Rope Ready

Marines maneuver their combat rubber raiding craft onto the USS Green Bay during a boat raid exercise in the Philippine Sea, Feb. 8, 2023. The training increases proficiency to secure contested terrain and allow friendly forces to advance from ship to shore.

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