Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen (left) applauds the search dog Nike and his handler Susan Mingle (right) after presenting Assistant Chief Mark Wheatley (center) of the Fairfax County Urban Search and Rescue Team a plaque in ceremonies at the Pentagon on June 27, 2000. Cohen lauded the team for their continuing tireless work and selfless dedication in providing humanitarian assistance to victims of disasters worldwide. Wheatley accepted the honor on behalf of the approximately 100 team members and three search dogs in the audience.