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Minnesota National Guardsmen follow along behind a track vehicle as they conduct cold-weather training at Camp Vearnes, Norway, on Feb. 18, 2008. The Guardsmen are participating in the 35th Annual U.S./Norwegian Troop Reciprocal Exchange which is a two-week winter training and a cultural exchange.

Minnesota National Guardsmen follow along behind a track vehicle.

Minnesota National Guardsmen follow along behind a track vehicle as they conduct cold-weather training at Camp Vearnes, Norway, on Feb. 18, 2008. The Guardsmen are participating in the 35th Annual U.S./Norwegian Troop Reciprocal Exchange which is a two-week winter training and a cultural exchange.

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