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U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Stephan P. Karabin makes first contact with three village elders from the Five Points area during a patrol, Afghanistan, Feb. 14, 2010. Karabin is the commanding officer, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. The Marines had been previously unable to meet with local leaders due to engagements with Taliban fighters during their patrols.

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U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Stephan P. Karabin makes first contact with three village elders from the Five Points area during a patrol, Afghanistan, Feb. 14, 2010. Karabin is the commanding officer, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment. The Marines had been previously unable to meet with local leaders due to engagements with Taliban fighters during their patrols.

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