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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Marine Sgt. Eric S. Widerman (right) instructs Iraqi Civil Defense Corps recruits at India Base in Nasir Waal Salaam, Iraq, on June 7, 2004. Widerman is attached to Golf Company, 2nd Battalion 1st Marine Regimental Combat Team, 1st Marine Division which is currently engaged in security and stabilization operations in Iraq.

Sgt. Eric S. Widerman instructs Iraqi Civil Defense Corps recruits.

Marine Sgt. Eric S. Widerman (right) instructs Iraqi Civil Defense Corps recruits at India Base in Nasir Waal Salaam, Iraq, on June 7, 2004. Widerman is attached to Golf Company, 2nd Battalion 1st Marine Regimental Combat Team, 1st Marine Division which is currently engaged in security and stabilization operations in Iraq.

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