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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Three guardians carry a long sandbag in a field as spectators watch in the background.

Iron Sharpens Iron

Guardians lift and maneuver a long sandbag during a strength coordination event as part of Guardian Arena at Patrick Space Force Base, Fla., Dec. 9, 2025. The competition cultivates a combat-ready mindset, links military and civilian space enterprises, and instills esprit de corps.

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