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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Two soldiers climb ropes hanging from a wood frame outdoors near a building.

Double Dare

Soldiers climb ropes at an obstacle course during the III Armored Corps Best Squad Competition at Fort Hood, Texas, June 4, 2026. The competition brought together top-performing soldiers to compete in a series of events designed to assess tactical competence, leadership, fitness and squad cohesion.

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