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Former President George W. Bush and his wife Laura board Air Force One for their departure from Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Jan. 20, 2008. The outgoing commander in chief’s last speech and farewell to all the men and women in uniform took place here, marking the end of one administration and beginning of another.

ANDREWS DEPARTURE

Former President George W. Bush and his wife Laura board Air Force One for their departure from Andrews Air Force Base, Md., Jan. 20, 2008. The outgoing commander in chief’s last speech and farewell to all the men and women in uniform took place here, marking the end of one administration and beginning of another.

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