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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine laying on the ground in the dark near a wood structure fires a weapon illuminated by orange light.

Night Fire

Marines fire an M4 carbine during a night range at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 10, 2023. The exercise is designed to increase proficiency in engaging in close contact and unknown distance targets at night.

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