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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Chris Conner, platoon sergeant assigned to the 3rd Platoon, Golf Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/4, interacts with a local child while conducting clearing operations in Barwanah, Iraq. The California-based Marines conducted a sweep and clear operation through the city.

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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Chris Conner, platoon sergeant assigned to the 3rd Platoon, Golf Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/4, interacts with a local child while conducting clearing operations in Barwanah, Iraq. The California-based Marines conducted a sweep and clear operation through the city.

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