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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A service member swims near a Coast Guardsman helping a soldier in rescue basket in body of water while a rope hangs from above.

Wavy Rescue

A Coast Guardsman mock rescues a soldier during water rescue training in Ponce, Puerto Rico, July 18, 2024. The training is designed to enhance readiness and interoperability for emergencies and natural disasters.

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