Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates speaks with Eagle Scout Adam Evans and his father David Evans during the Boy Scouts of America 39th Annual Citizen of the Year award reception and dinner in Washington, D.C., Nov. 15. Since 1968, the National Capital Area Council has annually saluted a great American leader as "Citizen of the Year," honoring those who serve as a good example and are dedicated to serve among youth in America. (Defense Dept. photo/Cherie A. Thurlby)