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= Martin and Mitchell defection
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The Martin and Mitchell defection refers to a specific incident that occurred in 2001 involving a pair of United States Air Force officers, Major Michael C. Martin and Captain John M. Mitchell. They defected to Yugoslavia during a time of conflict in the region. The event gained attention as it highlighted issues of loyalty, military discipline, and the geopolitical dynamics of the time.