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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel makes remarks during the welcome ceremony for Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James at the Pentagon, Jan. 24, 2014. James serves as the 23rd secretary.

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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel makes remarks during the welcome ceremony for Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James at the Pentagon, Jan. 24, 2014. James serves as the 23rd secretary.

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