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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Retired Army Gen. Colin Powell stands at a microphone with concert players on a stage in the background.

Memorial Day Remarks

Retired Army Gen. Colin Powell delivers the opening remarks during the National Memorial Day Concert in Washington, D.C., May 26, 2013.

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