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Defense Secretary Ash Carter makes remarks at the 2014 David Packard Award Ceremony at the Pentagon, May 21, 2015. The Defense Department award recognizes acquisition excellence.

PACKARD AWARD

Defense Secretary Ash Carter makes remarks at the 2014 David Packard Award Ceremony at the Pentagon, May 21, 2015. The Defense Department award recognizes acquisition excellence.

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