07/14/1998
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"But I do want you to go there on a mission of peace."
"You truly are America's Iron Soldiers."
"I think it's important for the American people to understand that with our volunteer Army now, it's more and more of a family place."
"To General Thurman's family and friends and to the Army community, I extend my heartfelt condolences."