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    Exercise Tradewinds: Critical weapons training in Jamaica [Image 11 of 16]

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    The image shows military personnel on what appears to be a firing range or training exercise. The foreground soldier is in an aiming stance with a shotgun-style weapon, wearing camouflage uniform, protective eyewear, and orange ear protection. Additional soldiers are visible in the background also engaged in shooting activities.

    JAMAICA

    06.24.2016

    Photo by Cpl. Justin Updegraff 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Service members from several different partner nations shoot the M32 and M79 grenade launchers loaded with non-lethal ammunition during Exercise Tradewinds 2016, at Twickenham Park Gallery Range, Jamaica, June 24, 2016. Tradewinds will include both maritime and land phases, which will further enhance opportunities for participating countries to improve their security and disaster relief assistance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Justin T. Updegraff/ Released)

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    Date Taken: 06.24.2016
    Date Posted: 06.25.2016 20:19
    Photo ID: 2689783
    VIRIN: 160624-M-TV331-085
    Resolution: 5760x3524
    Size: 3.99 MB
    Location: JM
    Web Views: 183
    Downloads: 19

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