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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier in uniform swims backstroke between red and white dividers in a pool.

Aquatic Focus

A soldier completes the 100-meter swim portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge swim event at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Sept. 4, 2024.

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