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Statement from the Secretary of Defense on the Space Shuttle Columbia Mishap

Special message from Secretary of Defense Donald H. Rumsfeld

Story Number: NNS030201-01
Release Date: 2/1/2003 3:58:00 PM

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- We are deeply saddened by this tragedy, including the loss of five U.S. service members. Our thoughts are with their families. Defense representatives are participating in the on-going Domestic Event Conference, coordinating closely with other agencies, and we are prepared to assist as requested.