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U.S. Army Lt. Col. Christopher S. Vanek directs passengers from two U.S Army UH-60 Blackhawks to walk in his direction on a field in Multaka, Iraq, June 19, 2008. Vanek is commander of the 10th Mountain Division's 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment.

DIRECTING PASSENGERS

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Christopher S. Vanek directs passengers from two U.S Army UH-60 Blackhawks to walk in his direction on a field in Multaka, Iraq, June 19, 2008. Vanek is commander of the 10th Mountain Division's 1st Battalion, 87th Infantry Regiment.

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