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    Shakin' With the Sheik [Image 3 of 6]

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    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) poses with a civilian man wearing a white dishdasha and a young child. The soldier has a U.S. Army tape and a name tape reading 'MAJOR' visible on his uniform, along with an American flag patch on his shoulder. The group appears to be posing informally against a concrete wall.

    SCANIA, IRAQ

    08.19.2009

    Photo by Spc. Anita Stratton 

    41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team

    Mr. Ali Jadaan, a local contractor, his son, and 1st Lt. Mark Major, Alpha Co 2-162 IN, 41st Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oregon National Guard, Capture memories after a pre-Ramadan feast held at Mr. Ali's home, Aug. 19. The feast was hosted by Mr. Ali to welcome the new command of Alpha Co. to Scania Base, Iraq.

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    Date Taken: 08.19.2009
    Date Posted: 09.02.2009 15:52
    Photo ID: 200857
    VIRIN: 090819-A-9075A-094
    Resolution: 1192x1800
    Size: 1.48 MB
    Location: SCANIA, IQ
    Web Views: 211
    Downloads: 14

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    A civilian man wearing a white thobe is shaking hands with a U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear including ACU (Army Combat Uniform) and helmet. The interaction appears cordial and takes place inside a building that shows signs of construction or damage. Additional military personnel and a civilian in a blue shirt and hard hat are visible in the background.
    A large spread of Middle Eastern or Central Asian food is laid out on a floral-patterned tablecloth, being shared by individuals wearing military camouflage uniforms. The meal includes multiple dishes of stewed legumes, rice with meat, flatbreads, and pickled vegetables, suggesting a communal dining event. A hand sanitizer bottle and a utensil holder with orange-handled cutlery are visible at the center of the table.
    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) poses with a civilian man wearing a white dishdasha and a young child. The soldier has a U.S. Army tape and a name tape reading 'MAJOR' visible on his uniform, along with an American flag patch on his shoulder. The group appears to be posing informally against a concrete wall.
    The image shows a long, single-story temporary or semi-permanent building constructed primarily from plywood and wood framing, consistent with a forward operating base or military camp structure in an arid desert environment. The building features a covered walkway along its front facade with multiple doors and posted notices. The surrounding terrain is flat, sandy, and sparsely vegetated.
    A large grilled whole fish is displayed on a white oval platter, garnished with sliced tomatoes, lemon wedges, green bell pepper rings, red onion rings, cucumber slices, and radish slices. The dish is part of a larger spread on a floral tablecloth, with additional side dishes visible including what appears to be a soup or stew, rice, and another dish. The setting suggests a communal or family-style Middle Eastern or Mediterranean meal.
    The image shows multiple soldiers in U.S. Army Universal Camouflage Pattern (UCP) uniforms conducting what appears to be a patrol or security operation in an arid, urban environment. The setting features low concrete and brick structures with roll-up metal doors, razor wire barriers, and sandy terrain consistent with a Middle Eastern operational area. Several soldiers are positioned at various points along a dusty street, suggesting a security sweep or checkpoint activity.

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