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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel departs Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, June 1, 2014. Hagel addressed U.S. troops during his visit. The secretary is on a 12-day trip to Asia and Europe.

Hagel Visits Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan

U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel departs Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, June 1, 2014. Hagel addressed U.S. troops during his visit. The secretary is on a 12-day trip to Asia and Europe.

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