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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

U.S. Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter administers the oath of office after promoting U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Philip Michael Wright on Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, Nov. 29, 2013. Carter thanked the new first lieutenant for his service during the holiday season, and for his dedication and hard work.

OATH OF OFFICE

U.S. Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter administers the oath of office after promoting U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Philip Michael Wright on Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, Nov. 29, 2013. Carter thanked the new first lieutenant for his service during the holiday season, and for his dedication and hard work.

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