The 22nd U.S. Secretary of Defense, Robert Michael Gates retired June 30 after more than four years of trusted service. Mr. Gates was sworn in under President George W. Bush in December 2006. His successor, Leon Edward Panetta was sworn in as the 23rd secretary of defense on July 1, 2011. (U.S. Air Force Courtesy Photo)
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