Robert Gates

American Secretary of Defense

Robert Gates - Leaders & Politicians born September 25th, 1943
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Served as the 22nd Secretary of Defense from 2006 to 2011 under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Held the position of president at Texas A&M University from 2002 to 2006. Worked as a director of the Central Intelligence Agency from 1991 to 1993. Contributed to national security and intelligence throughout a long career in government and academia.

Served as Secretary of Defense

Directed the CIA

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