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Illinois firefighters receive jiu-jitsu training for self-defense in the field
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) -- Fire crews from all over the state made their way to Springfield on Friday for a unique training. The focus wasn't necessarily on how to stay safe when running into a blazing building; it was all about self-defense.
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) -- Fire crews from all over the state made their way to Springfield on Friday for a unique training. The focus wasn't necessarily on how to stay safe when running into a blazing building; it was all about self-defense.
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