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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks with troops in Baghdad, Dec. 16, 2015. Carter thanked them for their hard work and sacrifice over the holidays. DoD photo

Thanking The Troops

U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks with troops in Baghdad, Dec. 16, 2015. Carter thanked them for their hard work and sacrifice over the holidays. DoD photo

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