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    French Forces Provide Fire Support [Image 3 of 4]

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    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is handling what appears to be a cylindrical munition or equipment canister from a rack containing multiple similar containers mounted on a military vehicle. The soldier is wearing a unit patch on the left shoulder and a combat helmet with communications equipment. The image depicts a military logistics or ammunition handling operation.

    QAYYARAH WEST, IRAQ

    10.18.2016

    Photo by Pfc. Christopher Brecht 

    Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve     

    A French soldier places ammunition in a Caesar truck-mounted artillery system at Qayyarah West, Iraq, in support of the Iraqi security forces’ push toward Mosul, Oct. 17, 2016. French Soldiers conducted numerous fire missions, denying the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant safe haven during the ISF advance. The United States stands with a Coalition of more than 60 international partners to assist and support the Iraqi security forces to degrade and defeat ISIL. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Christopher Brecht)

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    Date Taken: 10.18.2016
    Date Posted: 10.29.2016 03:13
    Photo ID: 2953796
    VIRIN: 161018-A-MF745-270
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 10.44 MB
    Location: QAYYARAH WEST, IQ
    Web Views: 54
    Downloads: 13

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    A self-propelled artillery system mounted on a heavy military truck is captured mid-fire, with a large plume of smoke rising from the barrel. Several soldiers are visible near the base of the weapon system, likely operating or maintaining it. The scene appears to be a desert or arid environment, possibly a forward operating base indicated by concrete barriers in the background.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is interacting with the exterior panel of a military vehicle, which appears to hold multiple circular munition or equipment containers arranged in a grid pattern. The arid, dusty environment and military equipment suggest a desert operational setting. A second soldier is visible in the background, out of focus.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is handling what appears to be a cylindrical munition or equipment canister from a rack containing multiple similar containers mounted on a military vehicle. The soldier is wearing a unit patch on the left shoulder and a combat helmet with communications equipment. The image depicts a military logistics or ammunition handling operation.
    A soldier in military camouflage uniform and helmet is positioned at an elevated observation or guard post, holding an assault rifle while surveying a flat, arid landscape below. The post is partially covered with camouflage netting, and a military installation or forward operating base is visible in the background. The environment appears to be a desert or semi-arid region.

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