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Two soldiers grapple with their hands while standing and facing each other.

Combatives Course

Soldiers conduct slapping drills during a basic combatives course in Grafenwoehr, Germany, Sept. 7, 2017. The course teaches soldiers basic hand-to-hand techniques for protection from enemy combatants. Army photo by Spc. Emily Houdershieldt

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