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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A sailor wearing goggles and fins swims laps in a pool as seen from underwater.

Underwater Action

Navy Seaman Lia Pernas swims laps before a mask clearing skills lab at the Aviation Rescue Swimmer School in Pensacola, Fla., Aug. 20, 2024.

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