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    Marines awarded for heroic actions in Afghanistan [Image 7 of 11]

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    A young male United States Marine Corps service member is photographed in Service Alpha (Dress Green) uniform at what appears to be an outdoor military ceremony or formal occasion. He wears sergeant chevrons on his sleeves and displays multiple medals and ribbons on his chest, including what appears to be a Bronze Star Medal with 'V' device. The background shows manicured hedges, palm trees, and a green canopy, suggesting a military installation setting.

    TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    02.19.2014

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher J. Moore 

    1st Marine Division

    Sergeant Kenneth Rick, a squad leader with 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, received the Silver Star Medal from Lt. Gen. John Toolan, commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, during an award ceremony held at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Feb. 18, 2014. Rick, a native of Sacramento, was recognized for his heroic actions in Afghanistan when he maintained a tactical advantage while being ambushed by a larger enemy force. Rick saved the lives of multiple Marines and destroyed numerous enemy positions during a six-day operation. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Lance Cpl. Christopher J. Moore/released)

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    Date Taken: 02.19.2014
    Date Posted: 02.20.2014 01:33
    Photo ID: 1170580
    VIRIN: 140218-M-PC317-348
    Resolution: 3840x5760
    Size: 9.66 MB
    Location: TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA, US
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    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a green parade field at what appears to be a military installation. A senior officer in the foreground is rendering a salute toward a color guard bearing the American flag and other military colors. Rows of uniformed Marines are standing at attention on both sides of the field.
    A senior U.S. Marine Corps officer in dress green uniform is speaking into a microphone at an outdoor military ceremony. He is holding a small card in his other hand, suggesting prepared remarks. Behind him, formations of Marines in uniform are visible along with U.S. and Marine Corps flags.
    A U.S. Marine Corps officer in service dress green uniform is speaking into a handheld microphone at an outdoor military ceremony. He is holding a red folder and wearing multiple medals and ribbons on his chest, including what appears to be a Bronze Star Medal. In the background, another Marine in uniform is visible along with flags, including what appears to be the flag of Guam.
    A group of U.S. Marines in dress uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony, likely a color guard or parade event. The central figure is speaking into a microphone while wearing multiple service ribbons and medals. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation with arid terrain visible in the background.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a grass parade field, likely a decoration, award, or change of command ceremony. Multiple Marines in dress green uniforms are assembled in formation, with a color guard bearing the American flag and a Marine Corps unit guidon. A senior officer appears to be presenting something to a Marine standing at attention in the foreground.
    A bald male U.S. Marine in Service 'Charlie' dress uniform stands at attention outdoors. He displays multiple medals and ribbons on his left chest, including what appears to be a Bronze Star Medal with 'V' device and a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal. Red chevron rank insignia is visible on both sleeves, consistent with a Staff Non-Commissioned Officer rank.
    A young male United States Marine Corps service member is photographed in Service Alpha (Dress Green) uniform at what appears to be an outdoor military ceremony or formal occasion. He wears sergeant chevrons on his sleeves and displays multiple medals and ribbons on his chest, including what appears to be a Bronze Star Medal with 'V' device. The background shows manicured hedges, palm trees, and a green canopy, suggesting a military installation setting.
    A male military officer in U.S. Marine Corps Service 'Charlie' uniform stands at attention outdoors. He is wearing a bronze star medal with ribbon and additional decorations on his left chest, along with a ribbon rack. The setting appears to be a military base, likely during or after a formal awards ceremony.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a grass parade field. A senior officer appears to be pinning a medal or award on a civilian man in a dark suit, while other Marines in dress uniforms stand at attention. Color guard members hold the U.S. flag and a red Marine Corps flag in the background.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a grass parade field. Three senior officers in the foreground are rendering salutes toward a color guard bearing the American flag and what appears to be a unit guidon. Rows of Marines in dress green uniforms are lined up on both sides of the field in formation.
    A formal U.S. Marine Corps military ceremony is taking place on a grass parade field, likely at a desert installation. Multiple uniformed Marines are rendering salutes while a color guard presents the U.S. flag and a Marine Corps unit flag. A civilian in a dark suit stands at attention with his hand over his heart on the right side of the formation.

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