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A U.S. Air Force Academy cadet trainee with the Class of 2013 participates in the steeple chase during field athletic activities in Colorado Springs, Colo., July 10, 2009. About 1,344 trainees competed in the events, including tug of war, log relays and sprint relays.

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A U.S. Air Force Academy cadet trainee with the Class of 2013 participates in the steeple chase during field athletic activities in Colorado Springs, Colo., July 10, 2009. About 1,344 trainees competed in the events, including tug of war, log relays and sprint relays.

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