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Another Season

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James Lee
on January 29, 2010 2:38 AM Share: Share on Facebook submit to reddit StumbleUpon Toolbar
01292010-1.jpgArmed with only snowballs, a pair of soldiers in the Afghan National Army (ANA) prepare to pick a fight with their comrades at Forward Operating Base Bostick on January 29, 2010. In the coming months, the melting snow pack will stream into the Kunar River as another season of uncertainty begins. With the mountain passes clear of snow and ice, guerrilla fighters will likely return to this river valley from the tribal lands in nearby Pakistan. Last year alone, more than 20 Afghan soldiers stationed at Bostick were killed during clashes with guerrilla forces.

Photo by James Lee

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By Mayme Trumble on February 10, 2010 7:44 AM

Great photos!

Thank you

By Mike on February 12, 2010 6:31 AM

I loved this picture the first time I saw it, and it makes me smile every time.

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James Lee has partnered with the Museum of Ventura County to create a special two day photography exhibit.

Earlier this year, Lee used this blog to share his stories as a photographer in today's Afghanistan. His previous work has included articles on humanitarian aid in South Asia and sectarian conflict in the Middle East.

Lee graduated from San Francisco State University with a degree in international relations, and served in the United States Marine Corps prior to becoming a photographer.

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