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First Lady Michelle Obama thanks military members and civilian employees for their service at the Pentagon on April 9, 2010. Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates hosted the event.

Michelle Obama thanks military members and civilian employees for their service.

First Lady Michelle Obama thanks military members and civilian employees for their service at the Pentagon on April 9, 2010. Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates hosted the event.

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