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Despite Prewitt's AWOL status, his platoon sergeant carries him " present " for three days at Warden's direction.
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Despite the game's out-of-print status, a thriving convention scene exists supporting the game.
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Despite and platoon
Despite capturing a trench line, the Germans were unable to capitalise due to the actions of a platoon commanded by Second-Lieutenant James Leach.
Despite minor wounds received from grenade shrapnel, Lummus knocked out three enemy strongholds, well-fortified positions arranged to defend each other, which were preventing his platoon from reaching its objective.
Despite his wound, he then continued with his platoon to the final objective.
Despite over 50 % losses in the platoon the remainder held on.
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Despite and sergeant
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Despite the warnings of his men, the gunnery sergeant crawled out from the flank and advanced alone towards the German lines.
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Despite and carries
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Despite George's impressive day, he actually struggled for most of the first half, gaining only 38 yards on nine carries while kickers Mike Vanderjagt and Al Del Greco spent the first two quarters trading field goals.
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