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A coalition force member provides security during a patrol with Afghan special forces to escort a district governor in Helmand province, Afghanistan, April 14, 2013. Afghan forces have been taking the lead in operations to bring security and stability to the people of Afghanistan.

A coalition force member provides security during a patrol with Afghan special forces to escort a district governor in Helmand province, Afghanistan, April 14, 2013. Afghan forces have been taking the lead in operations to bring security and stability to the people of Afghanistan.

A coalition force member provides security during a patrol with Afghan special forces to escort a district governor in Helmand province, Afghanistan, April 14, 2013. Afghan forces have been taking the lead in operations to bring security and stability to the people of Afghanistan.

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