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This document summarizes a court case regarding whether the Feres doctrine bars lawsuits against the military. It describes how David Elliott, a soldier, was injured from carbon monoxide poisoning in military housing during leave. The district court found the military negligent and awarded damages. On appeal, the key issues were whether Feres prevents recovery for injuries during leave due to negligent military housing maintenance, and whether Elliott

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