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Deputy Defense Secretary William Lynn, left, joined by special guest Vice President Joseph Biden render honors during the playing of the national anthem at the start of the 2009 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards Ceremony at the Pentagon, June 3, 2009. Eight DoD installations were recognized for their outstanding envoronmental programs.

DEFENSE HONORS

Deputy Defense Secretary William Lynn, left, joined by special guest Vice President Joseph Biden render honors during the playing of the national anthem at the start of the 2009 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards Ceremony at the Pentagon, June 3, 2009. Eight DoD installations were recognized for their outstanding envoronmental programs.

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