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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Raymond Robinson signals his radio operator during a local security patrol in the abandoned village of Now Zad in Helmand province, Afghanistan, April 4, 2009. The Marines are assigned to Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment. Residents have left their homes in fear for their lives from the strong presence of enemies.

HAND SIGNAL

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Raymond Robinson signals his radio operator during a local security patrol in the abandoned village of Now Zad in Helmand province, Afghanistan, April 4, 2009. The Marines are assigned to Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment. Residents have left their homes in fear for their lives from the strong presence of enemies.

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