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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates receives a tour at the Great Wall of China in Mutianyu, China, Jan. 12, 2011. Gates wrapped up a four-day trip to China by visiting the People's Liberation Army 2nd Artillery Corps and the Great Wall.

GREAT WALL TOUR

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates receives a tour at the Great Wall of China in Mutianyu, China, Jan. 12, 2011. Gates wrapped up a four-day trip to China by visiting the People's Liberation Army 2nd Artillery Corps and the Great Wall.

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