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    A U.S. Marine identified by name tape as 'MESSINA' is assembling or adjusting a large antenna array, looking upward while working with both hands. The Marine is wearing MARPAT desert camouflage uniform and a patrol cap. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation with multiple communication antennas visible in the background.

    AL ASAD, IRAQ

    05.30.2006

    Photo by Cpl. James Hoke 

    Marine Corps Air Station Miramar

    Lance Cpl. Alvin B. Messina extends the leaves of a satellite communication antenna at Al Asad, Iraq, May 30. Messina is an aviation radio technician with Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 38, Marine Air Control Group 38 (Reinforced), 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing. He is a 25-year-old native of Texas City, Texas.

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    Date Taken: 05.30.2006
    Date Posted: 06.09.2006 13:05
    Photo ID: 23012
    Resolution: 1400x2100
    Size: 441.1 KB
    Location: AL ASAD, IQ
    Web Views: 76
    Downloads: 18

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    A military service member in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is assembling or adjusting a Yagi-style directional antenna at what appears to be a forward operating base. The setting shows a desert environment with sandbag berms, camouflage netting, and multiple communication antenna masts visible in the background. The soldier is focused on the antenna assembly, suggesting communications equipment setup or maintenance.
    A close-up photograph showing a human hand adjusting or gripping a mechanical mounting bracket or antenna assembly. Multiple parallel rods or elements extend diagonally across the frame, consistent with a directional antenna (such as a Yagi-Uda antenna). The image is taken from a low angle against a clear blue sky.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is assembling or installing a multi-element antenna array, raising it overhead. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or field position, with camouflage netting, communication masts, and wiring visible in the background. The name tape partially reads 'SSINA' and the opposite tape reads 'U.S. Marines'.
    A U.S. Marine identified by name tape as 'MESSINA' is assembling or adjusting a large antenna array, looking upward while working with both hands. The Marine is wearing MARPAT desert camouflage uniform and a patrol cap. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation with multiple communication antennas visible in the background.
    A military service member in desert camouflage uniform (MARPAT desert pattern) is working on a multi-element antenna array in an outdoor field environment. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or communications post, with camouflage netting and additional antenna structures visible in the background. The soldier is actively assembling or adjusting the antenna equipment.
    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform and cover (cap) is working on or assembling what appears to be a military antenna or communications equipment. The Marine is focused on manipulating metal rods or antenna elements, likely during a field communications setup. The background shows a rocky, arid terrain consistent with a desert environment.
    A close-up photograph taken from below showing a hand adjusting or operating a mechanical mounting assembly, likely an antenna or satellite dish mount on a pole. The device features angle/degree measurement scales and appears to be a tilt/azimuth adjustment mechanism. Multiple metal tubes or rods radiate outward from the top of the assembly, consistent with a directional antenna structure.
    A close-up photograph shows a human hand gripping a dark, knurled cylindrical component attached to a larger black metal tool or device. The image is taken at a shallow depth of field, keeping the hand and grip area in focus while the background is blurred. The tool appears to be mechanical or industrial in nature, possibly a drill chuck, lens mount, or similar adjustable fastening mechanism.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) are engaged in what appears to be a formal military ceremony, likely an award or promotion presentation. Two soldiers on the left and right are exchanging or presenting an item, while a third soldier named 'Mason' stands between them. The setting appears to be an indoor military facility with an American flag and a whiteboard visible in the background.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) digital camouflage are gathered indoors in what appears to be a military forward operating base or command post. The central soldier, identified by nametape as 'MASON' and wearing a 101st Airborne Division patch, appears to be receiving a medal or award pinned by the soldier facing away from the camera. A fourth soldier is visible in the background near an American flag display.
    A military ceremony is taking place indoors, likely a promotion or award ceremony. A senior officer on the right is placing or adjusting something on the cap/head of a soldier identified as 'MASON' in the center, while another soldier identified as 'TURNER' stands at attention to the left. Additional soldiers are visible in the background near military flags.
    A U.S. Army Colonel named Mason is shaking hands with another soldier in what appears to be an indoor military facility or forward operating base. He is wearing the Army Combat Uniform (ACU) with a full bird colonel insignia on his cap and a 101st Airborne Division patch on his right shoulder. A third soldier is visible in the background near a wooden wall with posted notices.
    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'Mason' is cutting a congratulatory cake. The cake reads 'Congratulations Col Mason - Destiny Support' and features military insignia including what appears to be a Colonel's eagle insignia and the 101st Airborne Division patch. The setting appears to be a military forward operating base or similar facility, indicated by the camouflage netting backdrop.

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