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    Marines conquer harshest jungle environment in DoD [Image 4 of 7]

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    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is crouched in a jungle or forested environment, aiming a rifle in a combat-ready stance. The soldier's uniform and weapon are visibly muddy and wet, suggesting recent movement through difficult terrain. The setting appears to be a tropical jungle environment, consistent with a military training exercise or field operation.

    CAMP GONSALVES, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    04.17.2014

    Photo by Cpl. Stephen Himes 

    III Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Sgt. Max Hedrington, a native of Rib Lake, Wis., provides rear security during the casualty carry portion of an endurance course April 17 at the Jungle Warfare Training Center on Camp Gonsalves. The last leg of the course requires the participating teams to stabilize a mock casualty, make a field-expedient stretcher, and transport the casualty over a mile of steep slopes and harsh jungle terrain. Hedrington is a vehicle repair technician with 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion currently assigned to Combat Assault Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, under the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stephen D. Himes/Released)

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    Date Taken: 04.17.2014
    Date Posted: 04.27.2014 20:41
    Photo ID: 1279432
    VIRIN: 140417-M-NV693-245
    Resolution: 5120x3413
    Size: 1.41 MB
    Location: CAMP GONSALVES, OKINAWA, JP
    Hometown: RIB LAKE, WISCONSIN, US
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    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are conducting a field training exercise in a jungle or forested environment. The soldiers appear to be performing a casualty evacuation (CASEVAC) drill, carrying what appears to be a litter or stretcher with a simulated casualty. The personnel are visibly dirty and fatigued, suggesting an extended field exercise.
    Military personnel in combat gear and helmets are scaling a tall wooden wall obstacle in a jungle or forested environment. The scene appears to be a military training exercise, with soldiers assisting each other over the barrier. The setting is dense tropical vegetation with dappled overhead light filtering through the tree canopy.
    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms and helmets are gathered around what appears to be a wooden training structure or obstacle. One soldier is crouched down closely examining or working on something at ground level while others observe. The setting appears to be an outdoor training environment with vegetation visible in the background.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is crouched in a jungle or forested environment, aiming a rifle in a combat-ready stance. The soldier's uniform and weapon are visibly muddy and wet, suggesting recent movement through difficult terrain. The setting appears to be a tropical jungle environment, consistent with a military training exercise or field operation.
    A military training exercise is taking place in a water obstacle course. An instructor in a black wetsuit is assisting a trainee wearing camouflage uniform and helmet who is emerging from murky water through a concrete barrier. Additional personnel in military uniforms are visible in the background observing or participating in the exercise.
    A military service member in full combat gear is submerged in muddy water up to their shoulders, appearing to navigate a water obstacle course. The individual is wearing MARPAT (Marine pattern) digital camouflage, a combat helmet with a mounted device, and is carrying a full pack. The expression on their face suggests intense physical exertion during what appears to be a training exercise.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are navigating a rope obstacle course or commando bridge suspended above a dense forest canopy. At least two soldiers are visible traversing a single cable hand-line while gripping overhead guide ropes, with a chain-link suspension bridge visible to the left. The setting appears to be a military training facility built into a wooded hillside.

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