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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Deputy defense secretary holds hand over her heart while facing a wreath display.

Wreath Honors

Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen H. Hicks places a wreath at the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial, Sept. 7, 2021, during a private ceremony with Pentagon survivors.

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