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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Australian Minister for Defense John Faulkner arrives at the Pentagon and is welcomed by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates. Faulkner and Gates will hold bilateral security talks on a range of issues.

Australian Minister for Defense John Faulkner arrives at the Pentagon.

Australian Minister for Defense John Faulkner arrives at the Pentagon and is welcomed by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates. Faulkner and Gates will hold bilateral security talks on a range of issues.

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