BACK IN THE SWIM: About 40 wounded soldiers from active-duty, Guard and Reserve units who are members of the Warriors Transition Unit at Tripler Army Medical Center got a chance to play at Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park yesterday with their families. Staff Sgt. Francis Freeman, behind left, and Pfc. Stephen Schwartzengraber were all smiles as they enjoyed their ride.
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