Gates recommends McChrystal for top spot in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON - Citing the need for new thinking and new ideas in Afghanistan, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates has recommended President Barack Obama nominate Lt. Gen. Stanley McChrystal as the new commander of NATO and U.S. forces there. READ MORE
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2009 Army Posture Statement
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