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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld greets veterans and well-wishers after Memorial Day ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery on May 29, 2006. Rumsfeld earlier joined President George W. Bush and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Peter Pace, U.S. Marine Corps, in paying tribute to generations of Americans who have died while serving their country.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld greets veterans and well-wishers.

Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld greets veterans and well-wishers after Memorial Day ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery on May 29, 2006. Rumsfeld earlier joined President George W. Bush and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Peter Pace, U.S. Marine Corps, in paying tribute to generations of Americans who have died while serving their country.

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