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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A close-up of a Marine Corps recruit lying on the ground in tactical gear looking through the scope of a weapon against a blurred background.

Eyes on the Prize

A Marine Corps recruit provides simulated security during the Crucible at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., March 27, 2025. The Crucible is the culmination of the knowledge and skills recruits learn throughout training.

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