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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Lucky Lady II crew members are greeted by Air Secretary Stuart Symington and Gen. Hoyt Vandenberg following the first non-stop flight around the world.

Lucky Lady II welcome

Lucky Lady II crew members are greeted by Air Secretary Stuart Symington and Gen. Hoyt Vandenberg following the first non-stop flight around the world.

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