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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

U.S. Marines march in perfect formation during Pass in Review of the evening parade at the Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 27, 2008. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates was the guest of honor for the event.

U.S. Marines march in perfect formation during Pass in Review of the evening parade at the Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 27, 2008. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates was the guest of honor for the event.

U.S. Marines march in perfect formation during Pass in Review of the evening parade at the Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., June 27, 2008. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates was the guest of honor for the event.

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