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U.S. Marine recruits learn martial arts while going through basic training at Parris Island, S.C., May 13, 2011. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates visited the Marines and watched their training.

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U.S. Marine recruits learn martial arts while going through basic training at Parris Island, S.C., May 13, 2011. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates visited the Marines and watched their training.

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