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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A sailor stands on top of a submarine next to a gangplank with a “USS Hawaii” banner along the side on an overcast day. Another military ship floats in the background.

Standing Watch

A sailor assigned to the fast attack submarine USS Hawaii stands watch before the ship undergoes maintenance from submarine tender USS Emory S. Land during a scheduled port visit to HMAS Stirling Navy Base, Australia, Aug. 23, 2024. The Land is in port as part of AUKUS Pillar 1’s effort to support Australia’s acquisition of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarine capability.

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