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The Defense Minister of the Czech Republic H.E. Mrs. Vlasta Parkanova, center, shows Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates local artifacts displayed within the Ministry of Defense in Prague, Czech Republic, Oct. 23, 2007.

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The Defense Minister of the Czech Republic H.E. Mrs. Vlasta Parkanova, center, shows Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates local artifacts displayed within the Ministry of Defense in Prague, Czech Republic, Oct. 23, 2007.

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