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The secretary of defense tosses a coin surrounded by football players and referees.

Coin Toss

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III participates in the coin toss at the beginning of the annual Army-Navy football game in Boston, Dec. 9, 2023.

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Tags: Austin, Defense Secretary, Sports, Army, Navy
Credit: Benjamin D. Applebaum, DOD VIRIN: 231209-D-LS763-1043.JPG

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