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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A group of Marines and sailors prepare to board a military aircraft under a greenish light at night.

Night Training

Marines and sailors board an MV-22B Osprey at a simulated landing helicopter dock pad during a raid exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., April 24, 2024. The pad matches the flight deck dimensions of a Navy amphibious assault ship, allowing pilots to simulate a ship landing.

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