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Vice President Richard B. Cheney addresses more than 8,500 U.S. Army soldiers at Cooper Field on Fort Hood, Texas, Oct. 4, 2006. He told the audience that Americans are grateful for their service.

CHENEY ADDRESSES SOLDIERS

Vice President Richard B. Cheney addresses more than 8,500 U.S. Army soldiers at Cooper Field on Fort Hood, Texas, Oct. 4, 2006. He told the audience that Americans are grateful for their service.

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