Evergreen and Tinsel Adorn Korean Dugouts
In East Central Front Korea Christmas spirit already fills the dugouts as soldiers hang evergreen and tinsel. Despite "20 More shooting days till Christmas" the festive display brings a seasonal mood to the frontline.
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Army Santa Giv es Longer Leave Policy Change
Defense Department expands holiday leave for overseas servicemen citing a travel crash. Previously fixed Dec 22 to Jan 6 windows for Air Force Army and Navy. New policy lets base and post commanders start leaves earlier and end them later, with length left to their discretion. Only overseas personnel affected.
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Doomed Boy Has Christmas Party
Christmas cheer appears in a war zone as American soldiers in dugouts and foxholes decorate with pine sprigs, tinsel, and a cut out merry Christmas. Three men share a forward foxhole and gather gifts from Elks, hospitals, and local groups while a hospitalized boy awaits relief days before Christmas.
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