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Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates speaks to Air Force basic trainees on Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, July 24, 2008. Gates toured the Air Force's Basic Military Training facility and praised the trainees on their perseverance and dedication.

LACKLAND VISIT

Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates speaks to Air Force basic trainees on Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, July 24, 2008. Gates toured the Air Force's Basic Military Training facility and praised the trainees on their perseverance and dedication.

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