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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A blurred arm holding a pistol is seen in front of a row of soldiers firing pistols. A few shell casings are in the air.

Strong-Arm Tactics

Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joshua Aikman fires an M18 service pistol during weapons training with the Marine Corps shooting team at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., July 8, 2026.

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