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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A sailor, dressed a Santa Claus, squats while waving out of the open door of an airborne helicopter to a community of homes.

Flying Santa

Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Bret Rapier, dressed as Santa Claus, waves from an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during an event over Naval Base Guam, Dec. 2, 2023.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Samantha Jetzer VIRIN: 231202-N-ML137-1169M.JPG
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