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Two West Virginia Women Reflect War's Glory and Shame
From Palestine and Fort Ashby two 21 year old women joined the Army to seek a world beyond rural West Virginia. Jessica Lynch survived a Nasiriyah ambush and became a national symbol of courage after rescue. Lynndie England faces military charges amid shocking prisoner photos and a presidential apology.
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