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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Dozens of airmen in caps and dress uniforms salute in the direction of Air Force One, which is parked on tarmac, while a casket is unloaded from a hearse. To the side and far away, the Air Force Band awaits.

George H.W. Bush State Funeral

Joint Base Andrews airmen salute the remains of the late President George H.W. Bush on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 5, 2018. Nearly 4,000 military and civilian personnel from across all branches of the U.S. armed forces, including reserve and National Guard components, provided ceremonial support during the state funeral for the 41st president of the United States.

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  • Credit: Air Force Airman 1st Class Michael S. Murphy VIRIN: 181205-F-SP573-1148.JPG
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