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Hicks Celebrates Purple Up Day

Defense.gov
April 16, 2024 | 2:37

Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen H. Hicks “purples up” in honor of Purple Up Day, held during the Month of the Military Child to honor military children from all branches of the military.