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    1/11 supports Integrated Training Exercise [Image 3 of 7]

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    A U.S. Marine artillery crew is operating what appears to be an M777 155mm howitzer in a desert training environment. The weapon has just been fired, as evidenced by the dark smoke billowing from the muzzle and dust kicked up around the gun. Multiple crew members are visible performing post-fire and reload procedures.

    TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    11.13.2013

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Paul S. Martinez 

    Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center

    Marines with I Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marines, 11th Marine Regiment, fire an M777 Howitzer during an artillery suppression support exercise in support of the Integrated Training Exercise aboard the Combat Center Nov. 13, 2013.

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    Date Taken: 11.13.2013
    Date Posted: 11.14.2013 19:37
    Photo ID: 1052500
    VIRIN: 131113-M-ZM882-180
    Resolution: 4896x3264
    Size: 8.44 MB
    Location: TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, US
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