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U.S. Army Spc. Francisco Rivera watches as Tommy Lasorda, retired Los Angeles Dodgers manager, autographs a ball. Lasorda was one of five guests to visit with soldiers on Forward Operating Base Fenty, Afghanistan, during a USO spring tour, April 23, 2009. Rivera is assigned to the 1st Infantry Division's 3rd Brigade Combat Team.

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U.S. Army Spc. Francisco Rivera watches as Tommy Lasorda, retired Los Angeles Dodgers manager, autographs a ball. Lasorda was one of five guests to visit with soldiers on Forward Operating Base Fenty, Afghanistan, during a USO spring tour, April 23, 2009. Rivera is assigned to the 1st Infantry Division's 3rd Brigade Combat Team.

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