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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Daniel Smith works security during a census patrol in Helmand province, Afghanistan, Aug. 18, 2009. Smith, assigned to Delta Company, 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, is talking with Afghans to understand their concerns and identify possible reconstruction projects.

HELMAND CONCERNS

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Daniel Smith works security during a census patrol in Helmand province, Afghanistan, Aug. 18, 2009. Smith, assigned to Delta Company, 2nd Amphibious Assault Battalion, 2nd Marine Expeditionary Brigade, is talking with Afghans to understand their concerns and identify possible reconstruction projects.

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