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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates signs a Texas A&M University flag for some U.S. Army soldiers during his visit to Camp Eggers, Afghanistan, June 6, 2011. Gates was president of Texas A&M University before serving as defense secretary.

FLAG SIGNING

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates signs a Texas A&M University flag for some U.S. Army soldiers during his visit to Camp Eggers, Afghanistan, June 6, 2011. Gates was president of Texas A&M University before serving as defense secretary.

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