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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

An airman works on adjustable wall fixtures as fellow service members work in the background.

Pale Serpent

An airman adjusts specialized stanchion systems and adjustable wall fixtures during Pale Serpent at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Dec. 29, 2025. The exercise supported U.S. Africa Command's ability to respond to regional emergencies by preparing medical and evacuation teams to operate under realistic conditions.

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