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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates speaks to members of the press after observing Marine recruits at the Combat Conditioning Field, Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, Calif., on Aug. 13, 2010.

Secretary Gates speaks to members of the press.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates speaks to members of the press after observing Marine recruits at the Combat Conditioning Field, Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, Calif., on Aug. 13, 2010.

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