On the recordFebruary 4, 2004
I now hear that the 1057th Transportation Company, part of the 37th Theater Supply Command, is not outfitted with advanced body armor.
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Ben Nelson
I now hear that the 1057th Transportation Company, part of the 37th Theater Supply Command, is not outfitted with advanced body armor.
Senator Nelson raises concerns about body armor for a specific military unit.
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