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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Michael G. Vickers (left) takes the oath of office from Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (right) becoming the assistant secretary of defense for special operations and low intensity conflict in the Pentagon on Oct. 18, 2007. Vickers' wife Melana holds the Bible.

Michael G. Vickers takes the oath of office.

Michael G. Vickers (left) takes the oath of office from Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (right) becoming the assistant secretary of defense for special operations and low intensity conflict in the Pentagon on Oct. 18, 2007. Vickers' wife Melana holds the Bible.

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