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Afghan National Army soldiers and local villagers cross the Chutu Bridge shortly after opening ceremonies with coalition forces in Uruzgon, Afghanistan, Dec. 30, 2008. The Chutu Bridge connects communities in the Helmand River region.

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

Afghan National Army soldiers and local villagers cross the Chutu Bridge shortly after opening ceremonies with coalition forces in Uruzgon, Afghanistan, Dec. 30, 2008. The Chutu Bridge connects communities in the Helmand River region.

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