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Under the Gun

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Matt Saint
on March 11, 2010 8:49 AM Share: Share on Facebook submit to reddit StumbleUpon Toolbar
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After hearing the familiar sound of incoming gunfire, Sergeant Abraham Cavazos scans a jagged ridgeline and prepares to return fire from inside a guard tower at Observation Post (OP) Bari Alia, eastern Afghanistan on February 21, 2010.  Half an hour later, Cavazos lowers his machine gun without having fired a single shot.  

Words and Photo by James Lee

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By Cheryl on March 20, 2010 5:26 PM

Mr. Lee,

Your photos are very moving. I like your work.

I am also a military photojournalist, but alas, I'm still very green and looking to cover the Canadian troop pullout next year.

Any tips on how to go about getting experience or nabbing a gig like yours?

Thanks,
Cheryl

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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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