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Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates is welcomed by Peruvian officials after arriving in Lima, Peru, as part of a four day trip to South America on April 13, 2010.

Secretary Gates is welcomed by Peruvian officials after arriving in Lima.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates is welcomed by Peruvian officials after arriving in Lima, Peru, as part of a four day trip to South America on April 13, 2010.

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