Fighting the Taliban in pink boxers and flip-flops

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During a recent speech in New York, Gates recounted the story of Specialist Zachary Boyd, who responded to enemy fire in eastern Afghanistan while wearing only pink boxer shorts and flip-flops. Gates highlighted Boyd's bravery, suggesting that his unconventional attire exemplified a unique form of courage. He humorously noted that this incident could represent a new approach to psychological warfare against the Taliban, pondering the potential impact of such a sight on the enemy. The anecdote underscores the resilience and spirit of soldiers in challenging situations.
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Gates told an audience in New York about Specialist Zachary Boyd, routed from sleep by enemy fire on his post in eastern Afghanistan.

"He immediately grabbed his rifle and rushed into a defensive position clad in his helmet, body armor, and pink boxer shorts that said 'I Love New York,'" Gates said Thursday night.

"Unfortunately, or fortunately, depending on your perspective, an AP photographer was there for a candid shot," Gates continued...

..."Any soldier who goes into battle against the Taliban in pink boxers and flip-flops has a special kind of courage," Gates said, adding that Boyd may have hit on a new kind of psychological warfare. "I can only wonder about the impact on the Taliban...
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