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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Sailors fire pistols at targets on the deck of a ship during a small arms qualification shoot on a cloudy day.

Deck Shoot

Sailors aboard the USS Carter Hall fire 9 mm pistols during a small arms qualification shoot in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, Dec. 11, 2023. The sailors are deployed there to ensure maritime security and stability in the Middle East region.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Moises Sandoval VIRIN: 231211-N-ED646-3200Y.JPG
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