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U.S. Army Sgt. James Artman sets a perimeter to provide security in the market area of Jurf Assakkar, Iraq, Nov. 11, 2008. Artman is assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division's Company A, 3rd Battalion, 7th Calvary Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team.

ASSAKKAR PERIMETER

U.S. Army Sgt. James Artman sets a perimeter to provide security in the market area of Jurf Assakkar, Iraq, Nov. 11, 2008. Artman is assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division's Company A, 3rd Battalion, 7th Calvary Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team.

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