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Lance Cpl. Joshua D. Luke speaks to Afghans during a patrol.
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joshua D. Luke, with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 8, speaks to Afghans during a patrol through a bazaar in Musa Qala, Afghanistan, on April 9, 2011. The battalion patrolled the bazaar to gain the trust of Afghans and establish a presence.