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    US Marines return from building capacity with the Burundi National Defense Force [Image 9 of 12]

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    A formal ceremony or presentation is taking place in what appears to be a military or institutional building. A civilian in a blue shirt is shaking hands with a soldier in camouflage uniform while exchanging what appears to be a document or certificate. Multiple military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are present as observers, suggesting a joint military cooperation event.

    BURUNDI

    04.11.2014

    Photo by 94th Airlift Wing 

    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    A soldier with the Burundi National Defense Force receives a certificate during a graduation ceremony, April 11, 2014, at the end of a course held by Marines with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa 14. The Marines with the task force spent 10 weeks working with the BNDF in preparation for their support of the African Union Mission in Somalia.

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    Date Taken: 04.11.2014
    Date Posted: 04.24.2014 03:53
    Photo ID: 1269097
    VIRIN: 140411-M-XX000-045
    Resolution: 4608x3456
    Size: 5.64 MB
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    A soldier in camouflage uniform is performing a low crawl exercise on a grass field beneath a metal frame obstacle course structure. The individual is lying flat on their back or stomach, navigating under low-hanging wire or rope obstacles. This appears to be a military training exercise at an outdoor obstacle course facility.
    Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms are running through a grassy field during what appears to be a military training exercise. Green colored smoke grenades have been deployed, creating a dense smoke screen across the field. Small red and brown stakes are arranged in a line pattern on the ground, suggesting a marked training course or obstacle area.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet stands in a field surrounded by dense green smoke, likely from a colored smoke grenade used during a military training exercise. The soldier is carrying what appears to be a weapon or equipment and is positioned near a concrete block structure. The scene suggests a tactical training drill in an outdoor environment with red dirt paths and tropical vegetation.
    The image shows a military training exercise involving soldiers in camouflage uniforms conducting a building entry or room-clearing drill. A US Marine in MARPAT camouflage observes from the left while several African soldiers in woodland camouflage stack up near a doorway. The setting appears to be a training compound in a sub-Saharan African country.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is aiming a rifle toward buildings in the background. The scene appears to be an outdoor field environment with tall grass, trees, and brick structures visible. The image is taken from a close rear perspective of the armed individual.
    A soldier in woodland camouflage uniform and helmet cover is in a prone firing position on a grass field, aiming a rifle toward a yellow smoke screen in the distance. The scene appears to be a military training exercise, indicated by the colored smoke grenade deployment. A building and tree line are visible in the background beyond the smoke.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is working at the base of a metal pole in an open grassy field. The soldier appears to be attaching or manipulating materials secured to the pole, with colored cordage and equipment visible. A dirt road is visible in the background.
    Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and helmets are positioned near a wall with hanging ropes and cables. One soldier in the foreground holds a rifle at low ready, while the second soldier in the background aims a rifle with a sling attached. The setting appears to be an indoor or semi-enclosed training or operational environment.
    A formal ceremony or presentation is taking place in what appears to be a military or institutional building. A civilian in a blue shirt is shaking hands with a soldier in camouflage uniform while exchanging what appears to be a document or certificate. Multiple military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are present as observers, suggesting a joint military cooperation event.
    A civilian woman in a brown patterned jacket is shaking hands with a U.S. Marine in desert camouflage uniform during what appears to be an official visit or greeting ceremony. Several other Marines in MARPAT desert camouflage uniforms are lined up in the background. The setting appears to be an outdoor military compound in a tropical or subtropical location.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is distributing candy or small items from a colorful bag to three young children outside a red brick building. The setting appears to be a compound or school in a sub-Saharan African country, based on the architecture and environment. The interaction appears friendly and community-oriented.
    A group of African military personnel in camouflage uniforms and black berets are performing a salute inside a building. In the background, several Western military personnel in tan/khaki uniforms are seated and observing. This appears to be a joint military training or ceremonial event.

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