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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Three Marine Corps recruits walk across elevated logs while passing a metal box against a blue sky.

Conquer the Crucible

Marine Corps recruits Willie Thomas, left, and Dixon Adair Ireland work together to maneuver through an obstacle course during the Crucible at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., March 26, 2026. The Crucible is the culminating event recruits must complete before earning the eagle, globe and anchor and the title Marine.

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