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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta, left, stands with Australian Minister for Defence Stephen Smith during a wreath laying ceremony at Kings Park in Perth, Australia, on Nov. 14, 2012. Panetta is in Perth for the annual ministerial consultations between the United States and Australia.

Secretary Panetta stands with Australian Minister Smith during a wreath laying ceremony

Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta, left, stands with Australian Minister for Defence Stephen Smith during a wreath laying ceremony at Kings Park in Perth, Australia, on Nov. 14, 2012. Panetta is in Perth for the annual ministerial consultations between the United States and Australia.

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