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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A man standing in front of a U.S. flag wears the Medal of Honor around his neck.

Gregory "Pappy" Boyington

Marine Corps Lt. Col. Gregory "Pappy" Boyington wears his Medal of Honor shortly after receiving it on Oct. 5, 1945.

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