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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A group of Marines runs over rocky terrain on a sunny day.

Taking the Lead

Marines run toward the finish line during a 7th Marine Regiment infantry rifle squad competition obstacle course at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Dec. 19, 2024.

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