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Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A docked ship is illuminated by lights at night.

Dock Lights

The USS Essex prepares to depart San Diego, Sept. 8, 2023. The amphibious assault ship was dry docked for a maintenance period to upgrade and refurbish multiple key systems.

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