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A high-altitude parachute jumper floats in front of Mount Rainier as he prepares to land at the opening ceremony for Rodeo, an international combat skills competition, on McChord Air Force Base, Wash., July 19, 2009. The competition is designed to develop and improve techniques and procedures with international partners to enhance mobility operations.

RODEO RIDE

A high-altitude parachute jumper floats in front of Mount Rainier as he prepares to land at the opening ceremony for Rodeo, an international combat skills competition, on McChord Air Force Base, Wash., July 19, 2009. The competition is designed to develop and improve techniques and procedures with international partners to enhance mobility operations.

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