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An older man hands a coin to a uniformed soldier while others stand by.

Challenge Coin

Army Col. James Lamar Stone, a Medal of Honor recipient, hands a challenge coin to Army 1st Lt. Joshua Nichols of the 90th Aviation Support Battalion. Stone was at the ceremony that named the unit's facility after him, Nov. 6, 2011.

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  • Credit: Army Sgt. 1st Class Phillip Eugene VIRIN: 111105-A-KD890-031.JPG
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