Gates Attends Air Force Academy Graduation Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates meets with cadets prior to the start of the U.S. Air Force Academy graduation ceremony, Colorado Springs, Colo., May 30, 2007.   Defense Dept. photo by Cherie A. Thurlby Back To HomePage More Photo Essays Next About DefenseLink DoD Inspector General Freedom of Information Privacy & Security External Link Disclaimer Web Policy Contact Us USA.gov