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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense William Cohen (right) escorts newly appointed Italian Defense Minister Carlo Scognamiglio into the Pentagon on Nov. 13, 1998. The two defense leaders will meet to discuss a range of international security issues.

Secretary Cohen escorts Italian Defense Minister Scognamiglio into the Pentagon.

Secretary of Defense William Cohen (right) escorts newly appointed Italian Defense Minister Carlo Scognamiglio into the Pentagon on Nov. 13, 1998. The two defense leaders will meet to discuss a range of international security issues.

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