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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier wearing tactical gear climbs over an obstacle with trees in the background.

Conquering the Climb

Army Spc. Jacob Serpas climbs over an obstacle during the Croatian Winter Challenge at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Jan. 5, 2024. The 15-kilometer competition consisted of seven events: land navigation, small arms firing, wall climbing, obstacle course while wearing a gas mask, rope crossing, low-crawl and obstacle climbing, and a hand grenade toss.

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