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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Chilean President Michelle Bachelet (center) greets Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (right) during his visit to La Moneda, the presidential house in Santiago, Chile, on Oct. 4, 2007, as Chilean Minister of Defense Jose Mario Goni (left) looks on.

Chilean President Michelle Bachelet greets Secretary Gates.

Chilean President Michelle Bachelet (center) greets Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (right) during his visit to La Moneda, the presidential house in Santiago, Chile, on Oct. 4, 2007, as Chilean Minister of Defense Jose Mario Goni (left) looks on.

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