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Norwich University graduates toss their hats into the air after official ceremonies at the university in Northfield, Vt., May 13, 2012. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gave the university's commencement address.

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Norwich University graduates toss their hats into the air after official ceremonies at the university in Northfield, Vt., May 13, 2012. Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gave the university's commencement address.

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