General David Petraeus, the Multi-National Force–Iraq commander, speaks with pilots during an awards ceremony at the Victory Base Complex, Iraq, July 27. The awardees helped rescue two OH-54 Kiowa pilots who were forced down by enemy fire July 2. ( Army Photo by Spc. Nathan Hoskins, 1st ACB, 1st Cav. Div. Public Affairs) 1st Air Cav pilots recognized for daring rescue DVIDS51474

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