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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Norman Heffle from the 48th Security Forces Squadron defends the entry control point from simulated base attackers at Royal Air Force Feltwell, England, on April 2, 2009. Airmen from the 48th Security Forces Squadron are participating in an air base defense exercise. The training is an annual requirement for the squadron.

Staff Sgt. Norman Heffle defends the entry control point.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Norman Heffle from the 48th Security Forces Squadron defends the entry control point from simulated base attackers at Royal Air Force Feltwell, England, on April 2, 2009. Airmen from the 48th Security Forces Squadron are participating in an air base defense exercise. The training is an annual requirement for the squadron.

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