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Upon arrival in Bagram, unexpected chaos unfolded as a rocket attack rattled the base, illustrating the everyday dangers faced by service members. Despite the peril, the sense of calm among the military personnel was striking; they navigated the chaos with a practiced composure that belied the grave threat they faced. This soon morphed into a personal confrontation with fear as the author grappled with the reality of feeling isolated and overwhelmed.