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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

The U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Marching Company salutes the president at the reviewing stand in front of the White House. Photo by Petty Officer 3rd class Thomas M. Smith, USN.

The U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Marching Company salutes the president at the reviewing stand in front of the White House. Photo by Petty Officer 3rd class Thomas M. Smith, USN.

The U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard Marching Company salutes the president at the reviewing stand in front of the White House. Photo by Petty Officer 3rd class Thomas M. Smith, USN.

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