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Defense Secretary Ash Carter thanks troops for all they do in supporting security efforts at home and around the world during a visit to Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., Nov. 2, 2016.

Top News: Carter Visits New York, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio

Defense Secretary Ash Carter thanks troops for all they do in supporting security efforts at home and around the world during a visit to Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., Nov. 2, 2016.

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