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Iraqi Army 8th Division soldiers stand in formation during the certification ceremony of the 8th Division at Ad Diwaniyah, Iraq, on Dec. 20, 2005. The certification allows the Division to conduct independent operations in their area of responsibility.

Iraqi Army 8th Division soldiers stand in formation.

Iraqi Army 8th Division soldiers stand in formation during the certification ceremony of the 8th Division at Ad Diwaniyah, Iraq, on Dec. 20, 2005. The certification allows the Division to conduct independent operations in their area of responsibility.

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