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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A sailor fires a cannon on a ship while another sailor stands to the side during daytime.

Saluting Cannon

Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer fire a 40 mm saluting cannon while deployed in support of maritime security and stability in the Middle East, Aug. 31, 2026.

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