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Video by Cpl. Casimir Krul

Keeping Shank Safe (Long Version)

AFN Afghanistan

Aug. 31, 2013 | 1:36

Soldiers operate Phalanx Weapons system on FOB Shank, Afghanistan. The system shoots down enemy mortar and rocket attacks that hit the base almost daily.

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