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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Richard Alvis crosses over a large creek outside a small patrol base near Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 17, 2012. The Marines maintain a good relationship with villagers by conducting security patrols with Afghan soldiers. Alvis is assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment.

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Richard Alvis crosses over a large creek outside a small patrol base near Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 17, 2012. The Marines maintain a good relationship with villagers by conducting security patrols with Afghan soldiers. Alvis is assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment.

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