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    Multi-National Corps-Iraq commander honors regulars [Image 1 of 4]

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    The image shows a close-up of individuals exchanging or examining military/police challenge coins. One person is wearing a uniform patch reading 'POLICE' with what appears to be an Iraqi flag emblem. The scene appears to involve a ceremonial coin exchange, a common military and law enforcement tradition.

    CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE GARRY OWEN, IRAQ

    08.11.2009

    Photo by Sgt. Eric R. Weaver 

    4th Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division

    Lt. Col. Ghazi, commandant of the Maysan Iraqi police Academy, distributes Multi-National Corps-Iraq Commander's "challenge" coins to his officers as a reward for completing the Special Weapons and Tactics course conducted by Soldiers from C Company, 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment. The U.S. battalion is deployed from Fort Bliss, Texas, to advise and assist Iraqi security forces in Maysan province.

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    Date Taken: 08.11.2009
    Date Posted: 09.10.2009 06:47
    Photo ID: 202726
    VIRIN: 090910-A-4661W-001
    Resolution: 1805x1204
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    Location: CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE GARRY OWEN, IQ
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    The image shows a close-up of individuals exchanging or examining military/police challenge coins. One person is wearing a uniform patch reading 'POLICE' with what appears to be an Iraqi flag emblem. The scene appears to involve a ceremonial coin exchange, a common military and law enforcement tradition.
    A U.S. Army officer is shaking hands with members of what appears to be an Iraqi Special Forces unit, identifiable by their distinctive patches and tactical gear. The scene appears to be a formal greeting or inspection at a military installation. Both U.S. Army personnel and foreign military forces are present, suggesting a joint military cooperation or training event.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage are participating in a military awards ceremony, likely in a deployed or forward operating base environment. One soldier is pinning a medal, appearing to be a Purple Heart based on the visible purple ribbon, onto another soldier's uniform. The setting appears to be outdoors against a concrete or HESCO barrier wall in an arid environment.
    A senior U.S. Army officer, identifiable by four stars on his patrol cap indicating the rank of General, is addressing a group of soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage. Several of the soldiers are wearing Purple Heart medals, suggesting this is a medal presentation or recognition ceremony. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation.

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