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    Port Security Unit 308 live fire qualifications [Image 2 of 13]

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    The image shows an open ocean scene with a tall, vertical water spout or whale blow rising prominently above the surface. The deep blue sea has moderate wave activity, and a small white sail or distant object is visible on the horizon to the left. The sky is clear and hazy blue, suggesting calm weather conditions.

    GUANTANAMO BAY, CUBA

    06.19.2015

    Photo by Sgt. Richard Hoppe 

    123rd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

    A spectacle of water explodes into the air as tactical crewman with the U.S. Coast Guard Port Security Unit 308 fire their .50-calibur machine guns at an off-shore range buoy during an annual course fire qualification June 19, 2015, at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. (Photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Richard Hoppe/Released)

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    Date Taken: 06.19.2015
    Date Posted: 07.01.2015 15:53
    Photo ID: 2040307
    VIRIN: 150619-Z-WK979-010
    Resolution: 5184x3456
    Size: 4.58 MB
    Location: GUANTANAMO BAY, CU
    Web Views: 83
    Downloads: 5

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    A U.S. Coast Guard rigid inflatable boat (RIB) is operating on open ocean waters. The vessel is crewed by multiple personnel in military/tactical gear and is equipped with mounted weapons, communications antennas, and a small American flag. The image is taken from a distance, rendering the crew as silhouettes against a bright, hazy horizon.
    The image shows an open ocean scene with a tall, vertical water spout or whale blow rising prominently above the surface. The deep blue sea has moderate wave activity, and a small white sail or distant object is visible on the horizon to the left. The sky is clear and hazy blue, suggesting calm weather conditions.
    A U.S. Coast Guard rigid inflatable boat (RIB) with hull number 32112 is underway on open blue water. The vessel is crewed by multiple personnel in military/tactical gear and is equipped with mounted weapons and communications equipment. A mountainous coastline is visible in the background under hazy conditions.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in digital camouflage (NWU Type III) uniform stands watch aboard a vessel at sea, positioned next to a mounted crew-served weapon. An American flag is visible flying above in the upper right portion of the frame. The setting appears to be open ocean under clear blue skies.
    Close-up photograph of a belt-fed machine gun, showing the feed tray area with a linked ammunition belt loaded and partially chambered. An olive drab ammunition can is visible on the left side with partial yellow stenciled markings. The weapon shows significant wear with chipped and peeling paint on the receiver.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in digital camouflage (NWU Type I/III) is firing a machine gun from the side of a patrol boat over open ocean. Spent brass casings are visible ejecting from the weapon, and a water splash impact can be seen in the distance. An American flag is mounted on the vessel's overhead canopy structure.
    A U.S. Navy sailor in full combat gear stands aboard a patrol boat on open ocean waters. The service member is equipped with tactical body armor, a camouflage helmet, hearing protection, and is holding a rifle while positioned near a mounted machine gun. The setting appears to be an active maritime security or patrol operation.
    A military service member in full combat gear stands at a mounted weapon station aboard a naval vessel at sea. The individual is equipped with personal protective equipment and holds a shotgun while manning what appears to be a crew-served machine gun mount. The setting is an open ocean environment under clear blue skies.
    A military or law enforcement personnel is working on or maintaining a large-caliber weapon system, likely an M2 .50 caliber machine gun, mounted on a vessel. A U.S. Coast Guard boat is visible in the background. The setting appears to be a dock or hangar facility.
    A waterfront military or law enforcement facility building numbered '761' with an official shield/crest emblem on its corrugated metal exterior. The structure sits on a wooden dock over calm water, with a rigid inflatable patrol boat (RIB) moored alongside. The scene is photographed during golden hour lighting, likely early morning or late afternoon.
    A group of military personnel in U.S. Navy Working Uniform (NWU Type III) camouflage are gathered in what appears to be a warehouse or storage facility. Several individuals appear to be engaged in a briefing or discussion, with one central figure gesturing with their hands as if explaining something. The setting suggests an operational or logistical environment.
    The image shows the lower body of a military personnel standing on a metal deck surface covered with numerous spent brass cartridge casings and black metal links from disintegrating ammunition belts. The individual is wearing camouflage fatigues consistent with US Navy Working Uniform (NWU) pattern and tan tactical boots. A partial sign or placard is visible on the right side of the frame.
    A military personnel in US Navy digital camouflage (NWU) is operating a crew-served machine gun, likely an M2 .50 caliber, mounted on a small patrol boat at sea. A water splash/impact plume is visible in the distance, indicating active live-fire training or an engagement. The scene takes place on open ocean under clear skies.

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