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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England (right) administers the oath of office to newly appointed Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Dr. Ward Casscells (left) during a Pentagon ceremony on April 16, 2007. Holding the Bible is Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness David S. C. Chu (center).

Deputy Secretary England administers the oath of office.

Deputy Secretary of Defense Gordon England (right) administers the oath of office to newly appointed Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Dr. Ward Casscells (left) during a Pentagon ceremony on April 16, 2007. Holding the Bible is Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness David S. C. Chu (center).

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