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    Entering a tunnel at the Salang Pass [Image 6 of 6]

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    A military convoy of tan/desert-colored armored vehicles is traveling along a mountain road approaching a tunnel entrance in a snow-covered mountainous terrain. A civilian minivan is also visible traveling in the same direction alongside the military vehicles. The scene appears to be at high altitude based on the significant snow coverage and rugged mountain peaks visible in the background.

    BAGRAM AIR FIELD, AFGHANISTAN

    05.12.2014

    Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Luis Saavedra 

    10th Mountain Division Sustainment Brigade Public Affairs Office

    Vehicles from the 114th Transportation Company and 730th Transportation Company convoy escort team prepare to enter several tunnels located at the Salang Pass in Afghanistan during a mission in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The CET provides security for National Afghan Trucking vehicles to ensure the loads arrive to the destination safely.

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    Date Taken: 05.12.2014
    Date Posted: 05.18.2014 07:54
    Photo ID: 1350026
    VIRIN: 140512-A-VH456-030
    Resolution: 4288x2848
    Size: 6.38 MB
    Location: BAGRAM AIR FIELD, AF
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    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear, including MultiCam camouflage uniform and helmet, is patrolling near a tunnel entrance in a mountainous, snow-covered environment. The soldier is armed with what appears to be an M4 carbine rifle and is wearing protective eyewear. In the background, a blue-rimmed tunnel entrance, buses, and a high-voltage electrical transmission tower are visible.
    A single soldier in desert camouflage uniform stands on rocky terrain at the base of a large, snow-covered mountain range partially obscured by low clouds. The soldier appears to be on patrol or standing watch, carrying equipment including what appears to be a radio antenna. A power transmission tower is faintly visible in the mid-distance against the snowy slope.
    A convoy of tan/desert-colored military MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicles is staged along a mountain road under a rock avalanche barrier or snow shed structure. The vehicles are lined up on a muddy dirt road with snow-covered mountain peaks visible in the background. Several soldiers in military uniforms are visible standing near the vehicles, suggesting a halt or checkpoint stop.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are inspecting the engine compartment of a red truck, accompanied by a local civilian man wearing traditional white shalwar kameez and a checkered scarf. The scene appears to take place at a vehicle checkpoint or inspection point, with multiple large commercial trucks visible in the background. The interaction suggests a routine vehicle inspection or security checkpoint operation.
    A nighttime military operation showing two soldiers in camouflage uniforms standing near military vehicles on a road or patrol route. The scene is illuminated primarily by vehicle headlights and taillights, creating a low-light operational environment. The soldiers appear to be conducting a road security or convoy escort operation.
    A military convoy of tan/desert-colored armored vehicles is traveling along a mountain road approaching a tunnel entrance in a snow-covered mountainous terrain. A civilian minivan is also visible traveling in the same direction alongside the military vehicles. The scene appears to be at high altitude based on the significant snow coverage and rugged mountain peaks visible in the background.

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