We’re Still at War: Photo of the Day for July 13, 2010

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US Army Pfc. Robert Parker (2nd from left) provides fire support for his squad members during a live-fire exercise at the Kirkush Military Training Base in the Diyala province of Iraq on June 27, 2010. Photo via the US Army by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ted Green.