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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A uniformed soldier wearing a helmet and sunglasses and carrying a weapon crawls up a hill during daylight.

Climbing Higher

Army Sgt. Mikael Marcial competes in the Best Warrior competition in Waimanalo, Hawaii, April 6, 2024. The annual event identifies the most skilled and proficient soldiers across various military occupational specialties.

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