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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates addresses the audience during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Intrepid Center at the National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., June 5, 2008. Gates said the "center represents America’s dedication to providing first-class treatment for troops who may be suffering combat-related stress and mental illness."

BETHESDA INTREPID CENTER

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates addresses the audience during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Intrepid Center at the National Naval Medical Center, Bethesda, Md., June 5, 2008. Gates said the "center represents America’s dedication to providing first-class treatment for troops who may be suffering combat-related stress and mental illness."

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