An A-10 “Thunderbolt” takes off at Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan, for a mission on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24. The A-10, or more affectionately known as the “Warthog”, has served in the U.S. Air Force’s arsenal for more than 40 years and continues to provide effective close air support to ground troops. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Henry Chan, 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Public Affairs)
<br>Unit: 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion
1st Lt. Henry Chan
Taken on 24 December 2012
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