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    Turret gunners of Combat Logistics Battalion 7 keep convoy safe [Image 10 of 10]

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    The image shows a military observation or defensive position with a scoped rifle resting on a fortified wall, aimed toward an arid desert landscape. In the background, low-profile structures and what appear to be military vehicles are visible on the horizon. The setting is consistent with a forward operating base or checkpoint in a desert environment.

    HELMAND PROVINCE, AFGHANISTAN

    07.22.2014

    Photo by Cpl. Danielle Rodrigues 

    Regional Command Southwest

    A turret gunner's view enables them to see far and wide, watching for suspicious activity and observing life as it happens around them during a combat logistics patrol in Helmand province, Afghanistan, July 14, 2014. The turret gunners with CLB-7 act as the eyes and ears while being the guardian angels of each combat logistics patrol conducted during their deployment. (Photo Courtesy of Cpl. Alex Roberts, CLB-7)

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    Date Taken: 07.22.2014
    Date Posted: 07.22.2014 07:27
    Photo ID: 1457665
    VIRIN: 140714-M-XX123-0151
    Resolution: 5332x3276
    Size: 6.02 MB
    Location: HELMAND PROVINCE, AF
    Web Views: 128
    Downloads: 28

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    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is working on or adjusting a crew-served weapon mounted on a military vehicle, likely a HMMWV (Humvee). The soldier appears to be installing or maintaining a machine gun equipped with an optical sight, positioned through the vehicle's turret ring. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation in an arid environment.
    The image shows military personnel working on or around armored military vehicles, likely HMMWVs (Humvees), at what appears to be a forward operating base or military installation. At least three service members in desert camouflage uniforms are visible, with two standing on or near a vehicle and one partially visible in a turret hatch. The background shows tan-colored buildings, military tents, concertina wire, and utility poles consistent with a desert military base environment.
    A military service member in desert camouflage uniform and sunglasses is positioned in the turret of an armored military vehicle, appearing to adjust or handle an antenna or whip radio antenna. The vehicle features an armored turret with multiple viewport panels and a camouflage net canopy overhead. The background shows a military base or forward operating base environment with tents and structures visible in the hazy distance.
    A group of U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are gathered at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. Several personnel are engaged in what appears to be an equipment check or briefing, with one Marine holding gear items. A unit sign reading '1st BN' (1st Battalion) is visible on a tan tent structure in the background.
    A group of four soldiers in desert camouflage uniforms are huddled together in what appears to be a forward operating base, with their heads bowed and arms around each other, suggesting a moment of prayer or emotional support. The setting is a gravel-covered military camp with tan tents and shade structures visible in the background. A fifth armed soldier stands guard in the background near the tent structures.
    A military service member in desert camouflage uniform and helmet is positioned in the turret or open hatch of a tan-colored military vehicle, likely a Humvee. The soldier is looking through or adjusting the optic sight on a mounted weapon system. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation in an arid environment.
    A military service member in desert camouflage uniform is bent over handling an M249 light machine gun resting on its bipod on a gravel surface. The scene appears to be a forward operating base or staging area, with multiple tan-colored military vehicles visible in the background. The image is backlit by strong sunlight, creating a silhouette-like effect on the soldier.
    Two military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are handling weapons and equipment on a gravel surface at what appears to be a forward operating base or military installation. One soldier is holding a weapon upright for inspection while the other bends over to examine items on the ground. Various weapons, ammunition cans, and equipment cases are laid out on the gravel.
    A military convoy of tan/desert-camouflaged armored vehicles is traveling along a dirt track through a flat, arid desert landscape. The photo is taken from inside or atop a lead vehicle, looking rearward at the column of vehicles stretching into the distance. The terrain and vehicle types are consistent with operations in a Middle Eastern desert environment.
    The image shows a military observation or defensive position with a scoped rifle resting on a fortified wall, aimed toward an arid desert landscape. In the background, low-profile structures and what appear to be military vehicles are visible on the horizon. The setting is consistent with a forward operating base or checkpoint in a desert environment.

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