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Army 1st Lt. Nicholas Plocar negotiates the part of the Malvesti Obstacle Course known as the “Worm Pit” during the 30th annual Best Ranger Competition on Fort Benning, Ga., April 13, 2013.

Army 1st Lt. Nicholas Plocar negotiates the part of the Malvesti Obstacle Course known as the “Worm Pit” during the 30th annual Best Ranger Competition on Fort Benning, Ga., April 13, 2013.

Army 1st Lt. Nicholas Plocar negotiates the part of the Malvesti Obstacle Course known as the “Worm Pit” during the 30th annual Best Ranger Competition on Fort Benning, Ga., April 13, 2013.

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