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    The US Army's Best Warrior Competition, 2015 [Image 40 of 49]

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    A U.S. Army soldier in Army Combat Uniform (ACU) is photographed in a three-quarter profile view, looking to his left. His uniform displays the name tape 'NICHOLS,' a U.S. Army tape, a Sergeant rank insignia on the collar, and a reverse American flag patch on the left sleeve. The image is a well-composed portrait taken in natural outdoor lighting.

    PORT ROYAL, VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES

    10.06.2015

    Photo by Michael Parnell 

    55th Public Affairs Company (Combat Camera)   

    U.S. Army Sgt. Raymond J. Nichols, assigned to 110th Aviation Brigade, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command, waits for further instructions after conducting an exercise for the U.S. Army's Best Warrior Competition in Fort A.P. Hill, Va., Oct. 6, 2015. The competition is a grueling, weeklong event that tests the skills, knowledge, and professionalism of 26 warriors representing 13 commands. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Michael Parnell/Released) #BestWarrior

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    Date Taken: 10.06.2015
    Date Posted: 10.06.2015 21:05
    Photo ID: 2217238
    VIRIN: 151006-A-QU609-002
    Resolution: 5616x3744
    Size: 6.63 MB
    Location: PORT ROYAL, VIRGINIA, US
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    A U.S. Army soldier is working in darkness, illuminated by a red-light headlamp mounted on their helmet. The soldier appears to be writing or reviewing documents/materials at night, likely during a field exercise or operational mission. The red light preserves night vision while providing enough illumination for close-up tasks.
    A U.S. Army soldier is reading a document or map at night, illuminated by a headlamp mounted on their patrol cap. The scene is dramatically lit in warm orange-red tones from the headlamp, with the surrounding environment in complete darkness. The soldier is wearing full combat gear including gloves and a tactical vest.
    A soldier in military camouflage uniform is reading a map at night, illuminated by a red-filtered headlamp mounted on their helmet. The red light is a tactical choice, as red light preserves night vision while still providing enough illumination to read documents. The soldier is wearing black tactical gloves and appears to be pointing at a specific location on the map, which is enclosed in a clear plastic protective sleeve.
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    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is taking an aiming position behind a wooden post, sighting down the barrel of an M4 carbine rifle. The soldier is wearing Army Combat Uniform (ACU) in Universal Camouflage Pattern (UCP) with a Kevlar helmet and tactical vest. The setting appears to be a military training range based on the open field and tree line in the background.
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    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU/OCP camouflage uniform is in a prone firing position operating a belt-fed machine gun at what appears to be a military training range. The soldier is aiming downrange with a linked ammunition belt feeding into the weapon. The setting is an outdoor range with a wooden barrier and open grassy terrain.
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    A U.S. Army soldier in Army Combat Uniform (ACU) is photographed in a three-quarter profile view, looking to his left. His uniform displays the name tape 'NICHOLS,' a U.S. Army tape, a Sergeant rank insignia on the collar, and a reverse American flag patch on the left sleeve. The image is a well-composed portrait taken in natural outdoor lighting.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and tactical gear is writing on a clipboard at a table in what appears to be a military facility or training area. In the background, a second individual in olive/military casual clothing holds a tablet device. Military equipment including a rifle and helmet are visible on the table.
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    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'FRENCH' is seated at a wooden table writing on documents or a notepad. He is wearing Army Combat Uniform (ACU) with a U.S. flag patch on the left shoulder and appears to be wearing a tactical vest. A combat helmet and what appears to be a rifle are visible on the table beside him.
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