Gates Speech on AFRICOM

October 1, 2008

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AFRICOM Activation Ceremony (Washington D.C.)

As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, Washington D.C. , Wednesday, October 01, 2008

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Thank all of you for coming today. And a special thanks to Administrator Fore and all our distinguished guests -- in particular the members of the diplomatic corps from many African nations who are with us today.

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