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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A photo looks upward at Marines treading water in a swimming pool.

Sink or Swim

Marines tread water during an intermediate swim qualification at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Feb. 27, 2024. Marines from bases around Hawaii participated in the exercise which included a 250-meter swim, shedding gear and treading water.

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