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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier watches as two soldiers operate a hydraulics system in a field during daylight.

Systems Check

Army Malek James observes a hydraulics systems check during Keen Sword at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024. The exercise is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance.

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