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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marines prepare to lay more green panels on a helipad in a dirt area in a field.

Building Buds

Marines build a helipad during Rim of the Pacific at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Waimanalo, Hawaii, June 26, 2024. The exercise provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans.

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