More civilian contractors working for American companies than American soldiers died in Afghanistan last year for the first time, and some survivors are left uncompensated.

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Afghan War Risks Are Shifting to Contractors

There was plenty of disappointment and hardship this year. But the year also brought opportunities for transformation. It was a tough year. The economy continued its so-called jobless recovery with Wall Street anticipating another year of record bonuses while most Americans struggle to get work and hold on to their homes. The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan continued, and spilled over into Pakistan and Yemen, and more American soldiers died by suicide than fighting in Afghanistan. read more

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Ten Most Hopeful Stories of 2010

Some 12,000 Jewish soldiers died fighting on the German side in World War I. Jews hoped that military service would promote their acceptance.

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A Ceremony for Jews Who Fought for Germany