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    160817-N-PM781-003 [Image 223 of 260]

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    The image shows a heavily corroded and degraded ancient sword or blade artifact resting on a white protective surface, likely plastic sheeting or conservation paper. The object exhibits extensive iron oxidation (rust) and mineral encrustation across its entire surface, with remnants of what appears to be an organic handle or grip at one end showing green patina consistent with bronze or copper fittings. This appears to be a recently excavated or recovered archaeological artifact undergoing initial documentation or conservation assessment.

    WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES

    08.17.2016

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Arif Patani 

    U.S. Navy           

    160817-N-PM781-003
    WASHINGTON (Aug. 17, 2016) An M1 Garand rifle used by U.S. Marine Corps Raiders during the World War II attack on Japanese military forces on Makin Island is at Naval History and Heritage Command’s (NHHC) Underwater Archaeology Branch. Due to the rifle’s significant surface concretions, corrosion and other physical damage, NHHC Underwater Archaeology Branch is performing an assessment of the artifacts stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Arif Patani/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.17.2016
    Date Posted: 08.19.2016 00:11
    Photo ID: 2803275
    VIRIN: 160817-N-PM781-003
    Resolution: 4928x3280
    Size: 5.55 MB
    Location: WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, US

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