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Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses midshipmen and guests during the U.S. Naval Academy Forrestal Lecture Series in Annapolis, Md., Sept. 21, 2011. The series began in 1970 and draws representatives from various walks of life to enhance the education, awareness and appreciation of the Brigade of Midshipmen.

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Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses midshipmen and guests during the U.S. Naval Academy Forrestal Lecture Series in Annapolis, Md., Sept. 21, 2011. The series began in 1970 and draws representatives from various walks of life to enhance the education, awareness and appreciation of the Brigade of Midshipmen.

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