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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld (center) and Minister of Defense Gen. Sebhat Ephraim (right) inspect troops during a welcoming ceremony on Dec. 10, 2002. Rumsfeld is in Asmara, Eritrea, to meet with leaders concerning defense issues of mutual interest.

Secretary Rumsfeld and Minister of Defense Gen. Ephraim inspect troops during a welcoming ceremony.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld (center) and Minister of Defense Gen. Sebhat Ephraim (right) inspect troops during a welcoming ceremony on Dec. 10, 2002. Rumsfeld is in Asmara, Eritrea, to meet with leaders concerning defense issues of mutual interest.

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