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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

A wrinkled hand holds a challenge coin.

Coin of the Chairman

A World War II veteran holds the coin of the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in his hand after a meeting with Army Gen. Mark Milley, Dec. 7, 2021.

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  • Credit: Navy Chief Petty Officer Carlos M. Vazquez II VIRIN: 211207-D-WD757-1482M.JPG
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