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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Incoming European Command Commander Adm. James Stavridis (left), U.S. Navy, Gen. John Craddock, U.S. Army, outgoing commander, and Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates share a humorous moment prior to the change of command ceremony held at European Command Headquarters, Stuttgart, Germany, on June 30, 2009. Craddock is relinquishing command to Stavridis.

Adm. James Stavridis, Gen. John Craddock and Secretary Gates share a humorous moment.

Incoming European Command Commander Adm. James Stavridis (left), U.S. Navy, Gen. John Craddock, U.S. Army, outgoing commander, and Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates share a humorous moment prior to the change of command ceremony held at European Command Headquarters, Stuttgart, Germany, on June 30, 2009. Craddock is relinquishing command to Stavridis.

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