Gates Visits Czech Republic Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and the Defense Minister of the Czech Republic H.E. Mrs. Vlasta Parkanova review the troops during an arrival ceremony at the Ministry of Defense in Prague, Czech Republic, Oct. 23, 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