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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A Marine in ceremonial dress tosses a rifle as fellow Marines stand at attention during a ceremony while an audience watches under a cloudy sky.

Blessing the Fleet

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon performs at a blessing of the fleet ceremony during Sail 250 New Orleans, June 1, 2026. The event celebrated 250 years of Navy and Marine Corps service as part of the nation's Freedom 250 commemoration.

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