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They jumped into Normandy or ran into enemy fire. Here are the heroes and leaders we lost in 2021.
From former secretaries of state to Medal of Honor recipients, a look back at the legacies they leave behind.
By Jessica Edwards
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Former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld dies at 88
Rumsfeld is the only person to serve twice as Pentagon chief. The first time, in 1975-77, he was the youngest ever. The next time, in 2001-06, he was the oldest.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
10 former Pentagon chiefs warn Trump on involving military in pursuing election claims
All 10 living former secretaries of defense signed on to an opinion article that implicitly questioned Trump’s willingness to follow his constitutional duty to peacefully relinquish power on Jan. 20.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
Allegations about VA secretary nominee’s past expected to fuel debate during confirmation hearing
A report just hours before his confirmation hearing found support by nominee Robert Wilkie for controversial policies and figures.
Rumsfeld ‘snowflakes’ reveal former DoD head’s thoughts on 9/11, punctuality and ‘Izlam’
If you worked in the Pentagon during the Bush era, this might give you flashbacks.
By Aaron Mehta