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Army soldiers conduct search and rescue missions in Joplin, Mo., May 22, 2011, just hours after a deadly tornado passed through the area. The soldiers are assigned to the 294th Engineer Company, Missouri National Guard. Guard officials said about 140 Guardsmen were assisting on the ground.

SEARCH AND RESCUE

Army soldiers conduct search and rescue missions in Joplin, Mo., May 22, 2011, just hours after a deadly tornado passed through the area. The soldiers are assigned to the 294th Engineer Company, Missouri National Guard. Guard officials said about 140 Guardsmen were assisting on the ground.

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