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Mike Beck talks about getting to know a young soldier as she was preparing for her mission in Iraq, and how this experience has put a face on the war for him
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| Title | Artist | Album | Label | Year | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanda Come Home | Mike Beck | Rooted. | Reata Records | 2008 | 01:00 |
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