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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marine Corps poolees in red shirts conduct outdoor pullups while being evaluated as dozens of poolees stand in a field waiting for their turn.

Poolee's Pullups

Marine Corps poolees conduct the pullup portion of the initial strength test during a pool function at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Madison, Wis., July 18, 2026. During the event, poolees also practiced casualty evacuation and utilized the indoor simulated marksmanship trainer and battle positions.

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