U.S. Central Command change-of-command ceremony (Tampa, FL).

U.S. Department of Defense Speeches | October 31, 2008| | Copyright

As Delivered by Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates, U.S. Central Command Headquarters, Tampa, FL, Friday, October 31, 2008

Good morning. It's a pleasure to be here with you this morning. A special welcome to all distinguished guests, including members of the Florida congressional delegation, the governor, and leaders from the Tampa community.

I would also like to acknowledge our coalition partners and extend my gratitude to their troops and advisors serving in Iraq, Afghanistan, and throughout the command's area of responsibility. The United States has ...

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