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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A uniformed service member takes a knee in front of a row of torches at night.

Honor Them

Army Capt. Assefa Gezu sets a torch during Lāčplēsis Day in Latvia, Nov. 11, 2023. The day honors freedom fighters and veterans in Latvia.

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