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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A group of sailors raise their right hands inside a bright room.

Ardent Allegiance

Navy recruits take the U.S. citizenship oath during a naturalization ceremony inside the Recruit Memorial Chapel at Recruit Training Command, Ill., March 13, 2025.

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  • Credit: Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Christopher M. O'Grady VIRIN: 250313-N-LN782-1113K.JPG
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