The Red Bulls

Survivor of rocket attack in Iraq raises flag for first Twins game

Spc. Jacob Benson looked out over the lush green grass of the brand new Target Field and raised his eyes skyward. In his hands he held an American flag, partially unfurled. Soon he will raise the flag for the Minnesota Twins' first regular season game at their new ballpark.

Out in the diamond, various Twins employees groomed the infield. Soon, the Minnesota Twins, the heroes of the baseball diamond, will take the field. A new season is on the way, spring is in the air, and the cheers of thousands will resound and echo in the Minneapolis sky.

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Sandstorm Photo Magazine

January 2010

The January issue of The Sandstorm offers its audience a unique view of USD-S with an opening photo essay. This month's photographic story takes readers through a day in the life of a helicopter pilot, living and flying throughout southern Iraq.

Danyel Piecek reports on her dad coming home from in Iraq.

The 34th Infantry Red Bull Division returns from a year long deployment in Basra, Iraq to Rosemount, MN., January 31, 2010. Family and friends gather together in excitement to welcome home their Soldiers.

Thanks for the report, Danyel!

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