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Georgian soldiers patrol during Operation Northern Lion II in Afghanistan's Helmand province, July 3, 2013. The Georgian soldiers led the operation, which included U.S. Marines and sailors, to deter insurgents, establish a presence and gather human intelligence in the area.

NORTHERN LION LIGHT

Georgian soldiers patrol during Operation Northern Lion II in Afghanistan's Helmand province, July 3, 2013. The Georgian soldiers led the operation, which included U.S. Marines and sailors, to deter insurgents, establish a presence and gather human intelligence in the area.

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