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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates shakes hands with soldiers at Fort Campbell, Ky., during a visit with the 101st Airborne Division on May 14, 2010.

Secretary Gates shakes hands with soldiers at Fort Campbell.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates shakes hands with soldiers at Fort Campbell, Ky., during a visit with the 101st Airborne Division on May 14, 2010.

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