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    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) pattern camouflage is shown in an aiming position with a scoped semi-automatic rifle, likely an M14 EBR (Enhanced Battle Rifle) or similar designated marksman rifle. The soldier's name tape reads 'ADKINS' and rank insignia indicates Sergeant. The setting appears to be a rural, mountainous environment consistent with operations in Afghanistan.

    COMBAT OUTPOST HERRERA, AFGHANISTAN

    10.11.2009

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Smith 

    Combat Camera Afghanistan

    U.S. Army Sgt. Zachary Adkins, from Sweetland, W.Va., uses his rifle scope to scan the terrain while on a dismounted patrol with his platoon near Combat Outpost Herrera, Paktiya province, Afghanistan, Oct. 11. The Soldiers were searching for sites from which the Taliban has been using to fire rockets at the outpost. Adkins is deployed with Apache Troop, 1st Squadron, 40th Cavalry Regiment.

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    Date Taken: 10.11.2009
    Date Posted: 10.14.2009 11:51
    Photo ID: 212646
    VIRIN: 091011-A-3355S-006
    Resolution: 3000x1992
    Size: 1.6 MB
    Location: COMBAT OUTPOST HERRERA, AF
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