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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (left) shakes hands with U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Grady Hamilton during a visit to Langley Air Force Base, Va., on Feb. 22, 2007. Hamilton is attached to the 94th Fighter Wing.

Secretary Gates shakes hands with Master Sgt. Grady Hamilton.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (left) shakes hands with U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Grady Hamilton during a visit to Langley Air Force Base, Va., on Feb. 22, 2007. Hamilton is attached to the 94th Fighter Wing.

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