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Defense Secretary Ash Carter and his wife, Stephanie, arrive at Pope Field on Fort Bragg, N.C., July 9, 2015. Carter is visiting Fort Bragg to observe training exercises and host a troop event.

Defense Secretary Ash Carter and his wife, Stephanie, arrive at Pope Field on Fort Bragg, N.C., July 9, 2015. Carter is visiting Fort Bragg to observe training exercises and host a troop event.

Defense Secretary Ash Carter and his wife, Stephanie, arrive at Pope Field on Fort Bragg, N.C., July 9, 2015. Carter is visiting Fort Bragg to observe training exercises and host a troop event.

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