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Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets recite the oath of office, delivered by Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, during the Washington State University commencement ceremony, May 7, 2011.

RECITING THE OATH

Reserve Officers Training Corps cadets recite the oath of office, delivered by Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, during the Washington State University commencement ceremony, May 7, 2011.

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