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Photos

Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A soldier, viewed from below, climes a rope ladder with wooden rungs.

Race to the Top

Army Sgt. Adam Macro navigates an obstacle course challenge during the Alaska State Best Warrior Competition 2026 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, May 20, 2026.

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