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U.S. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld addresses the audience during the 88th American Legion National Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, Aug. 29, 2006. Speaking to the veterans at the convention, he applauded them for their help in dispelling the negative perceptions and standing up for the truth about the military.

RUMSFELD AT AMERICAN LEGION

U.S. Defense Secretary Donald H. Rumsfeld addresses the audience during the 88th American Legion National Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, Aug. 29, 2006. Speaking to the veterans at the convention, he applauded them for their help in dispelling the negative perceptions and standing up for the truth about the military.

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