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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Navy recruits stand in formation framed by flowers on a tree.

Boot Camp

Navy recruits stand in formation during boot camp at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill., May 17, 2023. Boot camp lasts about 10 weeks and all enlistees in the Navy begin their careers at the command.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Olympia O. Martin VIRIN: 230517-N-GW654-1219A.JPG
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