090717-N-8848T-049 GREAT LAKES, Ill., (July 17, 2009) Secretary of Defense (SECDEF) the Honorable Robert M. Gates, left, inspects a recruit rifle drill squad with Capt. John W. Peterson, commanding officer of Recruit Training Command during a recruit graduation ceremony. Gates was the reviewing officer at the graduation during his first visit to the Navy's only boot camp. ( Navy photo by Scott A. Thornbloom/Released) US Navy 090717-N-8848T-049 ecretary of Defense (SECDEF) the Honorable Robert M. Gates, left, inspects a recruit rifle drill squad with Capt. John W. Peterson

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