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Afghan locals gather at an International Women's Day event to celebrate the world's women and acknowledge their contributions to peace and security, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, March 3, 2008.

WOMEN'S DAY

Afghan locals gather at an International Women's Day event to celebrate the world's women and acknowledge their contributions to peace and security, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan, March 3, 2008.

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