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Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A close-up of a soldier holding a flag close to his face.

Soldier Stance

Army Spc. Khiyam Mercer, a member of the V Corps color guard, stands ready during a ceremony at Fort Knox, Ky., July 18, 2023.

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