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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Eight Marines salute while standing in formation on a stage under a blue sky.

Salute to Success!

Marine Corps top performing officer candidates salute the commanding officer, not pictured, before receiving their awards during a graduation ceremony at Officer Candidate School at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Aug. 2, 2025. The school's mission is to educate and train officer candidates in Marine Corps knowledge and skills.

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