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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A uniformed soldier in a helmet, goggles and mask gestures as purple smoke is visible in the background.

Sapper Signal

A soldier wearing protective gear participates in the 2024 Best Sapper Competition at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., April 21, 2024. Sappers are elite combat engineers and this competition brings the best from across the Army to test their skills and physical endurance.

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