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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A service member recruit in camouflage lies on the ground aiming a firearm surrounded by a sandy environment and wooden structures.

Crucible Focus

Marine Corps recruit William Pilson takes aim during the Crucible, a 54-hour culminating event putting 11 weeks of training to the test, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Aug. 1, 2024.

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