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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A civilian carries a wreath with a red bow through a cemetery where other wreaths have been placed against headstones.

Honoring Veterans

Volunteers participate in the 33rd Wreaths Across America Day at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., Dec. 14, 2024. More than 32,000 volunteers placed approximately 260,000 wreaths at every gravesite and niche column in the cemetery to honor the sacrifices of fallen service members and veterans.

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