The American Spirit

Montana farmer Steve Raska pounded his ploughshares into an artist's brush Sept. 16 when he plowed 'USA' in letters 1,000 feet high. Steve and his wife, Lola, own the 2,500-acre farm 12 miles southeast of Great Falls, near Malmstrom AFB. They wanted 341st Space Wing's helicopter crews to know they supported them in their efforts to defend the nation. (Photo by Capt. Mark Hudnall)

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We've seen our share of sorrow

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"To all the men and women in our military -- 

every sailor, every soldier, every airman, every coastguardsman, every Marine -- 

I say this: 

Your mission is defined; your objectives are clear; your goal is just. 

You have my full confidence, 

and you will have every tool you need to carry out your duty."

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"The United States of America is a friend to the Afghan people, 

and we are the friends of almost a billion worldwide who practice the Islamic faith. 

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At the same time, the oppressed people of Afghanistan 

will know the generosity of America and our allies. 

As we strike military targets, we'll also drop food, medicine and supplies

 to the starving and suffering men and women and children of Afghanistan.

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A child mourns the loss of her Daddy who died saving so many

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