CONNOLLY BASE U.S. Army soldiers assigned to the 101st Airborne Division's 1st Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, listen to U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates while he visits Forward Operating Base Connolly, Afghanistan, Dec. 7, 2010. Gates is in Afghanistan to receive operational updates and thank troops for their service. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.08 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 515561-T-TIB17-158.jpg Photo Gallery