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Outgoing Defense Logistics Director Navy Vice Adm. Alan S. Thompson receives a standing ovation during the DLA change of responsibility and retirement ceremony on Fort Belvoir, Va., Nov. 18, 2011. Navy Vice Adm. Mark D. Harnitchek succeeded Thompson as DLA director.

STANDING OVATION

Outgoing Defense Logistics Director Navy Vice Adm. Alan S. Thompson receives a standing ovation during the DLA change of responsibility and retirement ceremony on Fort Belvoir, Va., Nov. 18, 2011. Navy Vice Adm. Mark D. Harnitchek succeeded Thompson as DLA director.

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