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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Message

  • Office of the Secretary of Defense Public Affairs
  • April 18, 2024 | 2:07

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III delivers a message to the force for Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month.