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Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates introduces George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, who was being honored with the 2009 Atlantic Councils Distinguished International Leadership Award for his historic roles in helping to end the Cold War and reunify Germany. The ceremony was held April 29, 2009, in Washington, D.C.

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Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates introduces George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, who was being honored with the 2009 Atlantic Councils Distinguished International Leadership Award for his historic roles in helping to end the Cold War and reunify Germany. The ceremony was held April 29, 2009, in Washington, D.C.

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