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Iraqi children show their enthusiasm as U.S. soldiers conduct a humanitarian aid mission in Al Makum, Iraq, March 4, 2008. The Soldiers are from 3rd Battalion, 6th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Comabat Team, 10th Mountain Division.

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Iraqi children show their enthusiasm as U.S. soldiers conduct a humanitarian aid mission in Al Makum, Iraq, March 4, 2008. The Soldiers are from 3rd Battalion, 6th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Comabat Team, 10th Mountain Division.

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