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    Modesto, Calif., Marine's Memorial in Iraq [Image 1 of 8]

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    A U.S. Marines officer in desert MARPAT camouflage is placing a helmet atop a rifle that is bayonet-down in the ground, forming a battlefield cross memorial. Dog tags hang from the rifle, and combat boots are placed at the base — a traditional military tribute to a fallen service member. A group of Marines and military vehicles are visible in the background observing the ceremony.

    KARABILAH, IRAQ

    04.25.2006

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    1-230th Cavalry Regiment

    Lt. Col. Nicholas F. Marano, commanding officer for the Twentynine Palms, Calif.-based 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, pays his respects to Lance Cpl. Aaron W. Simons, during a memorial service for the Marine April 25, 2006, at Karabilah, Iraq. Simons was killed in action April 24, 2006, while serving in western Al Anbar Province, Iraq. Simons, a two-time Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran, was a 20-year-old from Modesto, Calif.

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    Date Taken: 04.25.2006
    Date Posted: 05.09.2006 09:53
    Photo ID: 19741
    Resolution: 2048x2500
    Size: 1.12 MB
    Location: KARABILAH, IQ
    Web Views: 782
    Downloads: 55

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    A U.S. Marines officer in desert MARPAT camouflage is placing a helmet atop a rifle that is bayonet-down in the ground, forming a battlefield cross memorial. Dog tags hang from the rifle, and combat boots are placed at the base — a traditional military tribute to a fallen service member. A group of Marines and military vehicles are visible in the background observing the ceremony.
    A soldier in desert camouflage uniform is kneeling on rocky ground, holding an assault rifle and resting his hand on his forehead in what appears to be a moment of rest or distress. He is surrounded by other soldiers in similar uniforms, visible only from the waist down. The setting appears to be an arid, outdoor military environment.
    A group of military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms (MARPAT pattern) are gathered together, likely during a field exercise or ceremony. One service member in the center appears to be wiping his eye with a gloved hand, suggesting an emotional moment. The name tape 'CANTU' is visible on one of the service members.
    A battlefield cross memorial arrangement is displayed on rocky, sandy ground. The memorial consists of a rifle bayoneted into the ground with a helmet balanced on the stock, combat boots placed at the base, and dog tags hanging from the trigger guard. This is a traditional military memorial tribute honoring a fallen service member.
    The image shows a group of U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT (Marine Pattern) camouflage uniforms in what appears to be a forward operating base or military compound. The Marines are armed and equipped, with at least one visibly emotional soldier in the foreground. The setting suggests a deployment environment, likely in a Middle Eastern or Southwest Asian theater of operations.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT desert camouflage uniform stands with head bowed, holding a helmet against his chest in what appears to be a memorial or moment of reflection. He is wearing tactical sunglasses and holding a rifle at his side. At least two other Marines in similar uniforms are visible in the background.
    A group of military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are gathered in an arid outdoor area that appears to be a forward operating base or training area. The foreground soldier is bent over handling a rifle, while others stand observing in the background. Military vehicles and sandbag fortifications are visible in the background.
    A soldier in desert camouflage uniform kneels in prayer before a battlefield memorial (Battle Cross) in an arid, rocky environment. The memorial is dedicated to 'Suicide Charley' (2nd Platoon, Charlie Company), featuring a rifle bayoneted into the ground with a helmet on top and dog tags hanging from it. A handmade wooden sign with a skull-and-spades insignia and a smaller sign with photographs and an inspirational quote complete the tribute.

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    7th Marines
    Regimental Combat Team 7
    Al Qa'im
    Cpl. Antonio Rosas
    Karabilah
    Lance Cpl. Aaron W. Simons
    Iraq
    1st Battalion

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