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According to this passage, what is the main duty of the Secretary at War?

A
to stay informed about the military and its supplies
B
to command the US Army in battle if the president is unable to
C
to fight any enemy Congress chooses
D
to examine the relationship of the United States to other countries
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The Department of War was established in 1789 to manage the US military. The department established an official army instead of relying on militias. The National Reorganization Act of 1947 changed this division of the cabinet by creating the Department of Defense. It oversees the nation's military actions. In 2002, the Department of Homeland Security was formed to focus on safety within the nation's borders. What information did you include in your response? Check all that apply.The Department o

A
The Department of War originally oversaw the military.
B
The Department of Defense was created in the late 1940s.
C
In 2001, the Department of Homeland Security was formed.

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