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U.S. Marines from 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment prepare to conduct a patrol in Husaybah, Iraq, Nov. 3, 2006.

PATROL IN IRAQ

U.S. Marines from 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment prepare to conduct a patrol in Husaybah, Iraq, Nov. 3, 2006.

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