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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

French Minister of Defense Alain Richard (right) responds to a reporter's question during a joint media availability with Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen (left) at the Pentagon on April 30, 1998. The press conference came at the conclusion of Richard's two day visit to Washington for discussions with senior U.S. defense officials.

French Minister of Defense Richard responds to a reporter's question in the Pentagon.

French Minister of Defense Alain Richard (right) responds to a reporter's question during a joint media availability with Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen (left) at the Pentagon on April 30, 1998. The press conference came at the conclusion of Richard's two day visit to Washington for discussions with senior U.S. defense officials.

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