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Sebastian Junger explores the reality of combat

Broadcast: Midmorning, 06/09/2010, 10:06 a.m.

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Journalist Sebastian Junger is fascinated by people living and working in extreme situations. His new book chronicles his experience embedding with the men of a U.S. Army platoon in one of the most dangerous regions of Afghanistan.

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  • Sebastian Junger: Journalist and author of "War." His previous books include "The Perfect Storm."

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