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Joseph C. McConnell Jr. lights a cigarette for rival ace Pete Fernandez during a Pentagon press conference after they were returned to the U.S. against their wishes. (U.S. Air Force)
Joseph C. McConnell Jr. lights a cigarette for rival ace Pete Fernandez during a Pentagon press conference after they were returned to the U.S. against their wishes. (U.S. Air Force)