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    Total-Force Airmen to the rescue in Afghanistan [Image 9 of 19]

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    A male military personnel wearing MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform and tactical body armor is adjusting or securing his plate carrier vest. A 'PJ' patch is visible on the front of his vest, indicating he is a Pararescueman (USAF Special Operations). A name tape reading 'SSGT ABEL' with additional text including 'B POS' and 'NDA' is visible on his shoulder.

    KANDAHAR, AFGHANISTAN

    01.10.2010

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel J. Martinez 

    United States Air Forces Central           

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Demian Abel, a pararescue jumper with the 66th Expeditionary Rescue Squadron, gears up prior to take off, Jan. 9, at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan. The HH-60G Pave Hawk aircrew member is responding to a medical evacuation request. (U.S. Air Forcephoto/Staff Sgt. Manuel J. Martinez/Released)

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    Date Taken: 01.10.2010
    Date Posted: 01.18.2010 04:09
    Photo ID: 240840
    VIRIN: 100110-F-0856M-137
    Resolution: 3184x2120
    Size: 2.47 MB
    Location: KANDAHAR, AF
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