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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Workers wearing protective gear shine a light on a ship’s keel while standing in between two propellers.

Keel Check

Shipyard personnel examine the USS Arlington's keel at a dry dock in Norfolk, Va., Sept. 20, 2023. The Arlington is undergoing scheduled maintenance and upgrades to increase warfighting capabilities and capacity.

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  • Credit: Navy Lt. Cmdr. Nathaniel Bendickson VIRIN: 230920-N-PC065-1001M.JPG
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