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    Spartan cavalry Soldiers set up for mission success [Image 1 of 5]

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    Three soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are operating a mortar system in a rocky, outdoor terrain. The soldiers appear to be setting up or preparing to fire an 81mm or 60mm mortar, with one soldier adjusting the weapon system, one handling tools or equipment nearby, and a third standing in overwatch. Visible unit patches suggest affiliation with the U.S. Army 10th Mountain Division.

    PAKTIA PROVINCE, AFGHANISTAN

    05.04.2014

    Photo by Sgt. Javier Amador 

    3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division

    Spartan Soldiers with Bandit Troop, 3rd Squadron 71st Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry) set up a mortar position May 4, during their mission of providing security for a joint Afghan and U.S. Forces security meeting in the Chamkani district of Paktia province in Afghanistan. The Spartan Brigade is currently deployed to Afghanistan as a Security Forces Advise Assist Brigade in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Javier Amador, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division Public Affairs/Released)

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    Date Taken: 05.04.2014
    Date Posted: 05.06.2014 09:16
    Photo ID: 1316904
    VIRIN: 140504-A-YK672-009
    Resolution: 4288x2848
    Size: 2.56 MB
    Location: PAKTIA PROVINCE, AF
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    Downloads: 24

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    Three soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are operating a mortar system in a rocky, outdoor terrain. The soldiers appear to be setting up or preparing to fire an 81mm or 60mm mortar, with one soldier adjusting the weapon system, one handling tools or equipment nearby, and a third standing in overwatch. Visible unit patches suggest affiliation with the U.S. Army 10th Mountain Division.
    Two soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms and tactical gear are positioned beside a concrete bunker or barrier structure. One soldier is standing and operating a handheld electronic device with a cable, while the second soldier is kneeling and using optics or a camera to observe over the wall. Multiple large tactical backpacks are stacked on the ground between them.
    The image shows a group of military personnel in multicam/OCP camouflage uniforms conducting what appears to be a communications or planning operation near concrete barrier walls. The soldiers are equipped with full tactical gear including body armor, helmets with camouflage covers, radio equipment, and multiple antennas. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or checkpoint in an arid, hilly environment.
    Three soldiers in full combat gear are walking along a dirt path through what appears to be a forward operating base or military outpost. The area shows signs of debris, damaged materials, and defensive fortifications including HESCO barriers and wire mesh fencing. The terrain and environment suggest an arid, mountainous region.
    A group of military soldiers in full combat gear are positioned on a rocky, grass-covered hillside terrain. They appear to be taking a tactical pause or conducting a briefing, with weapons at the ready. The soldiers are wearing matching camouflage uniforms with unit patches visible on their shoulders.

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