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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marines fire a large weapon in the dark while surrounded by red light.

Shooting Stars

Marines fire an M777 howitzer during Service Level Training Exercise 4-25 at Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 11, 2025. The exercise provides a realistic training environment that produces integrated, combat-ready forces.

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