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Former President George W. Bush and Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates receive accolades during the Circle Ten Council Friends of Scouting dinner in Dallas, March 3, 2011. Bush introduced Gates, who gave the keynote speech.

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Former President George W. Bush and Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates receive accolades during the Circle Ten Council Friends of Scouting dinner in Dallas, March 3, 2011. Bush introduced Gates, who gave the keynote speech.

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