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    2/9 steps up IED awareness in northern Marjah [Image 3 of 4]

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    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT desert camouflage uniform is conducting a route clearance or IED detection operation in an arid, rocky environment. The Marine is holding a metal detector in his right hand while scanning the ground, and carries a rifle slung on his left side. The setting appears to be a combat zone consistent with operations in Afghanistan.

    FORWARD OPERATING BASE SHER WALI, AFGHANISTAN

    08.05.2010

    Photo by Pfc. Andrew Johnston 

    I Marine Expeditionary Force

    A Marine with 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines, sweeps the ground for an improvised explosive device using a metal detector, during 2/9’s Explosive Ordinance Disposal Support Company’s advanced IED training course Aug. 5, aboard Forward Operating Base Sher Wali, Afghanistan.

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    Date Taken: 08.05.2010
    Date Posted: 08.07.2010 06:07
    Photo ID: 307223
    VIRIN: 100805-M-9426J-003
    Resolution: 764x1900
    Size: 1.02 MB
    Location: FORWARD OPERATING BASE SHER WALI, AF
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    A U.S. Marine in desert MARPAT camouflage uniform is crouched low to the ground in a rocky, arid terrain, operating what appears to be a metal detector or mine-sweeping device. The soldier is wearing full combat gear including a MICH/ACH helmet with NVG mount, tactical vest, and gloves. The environment suggests a forward operating area consistent with Middle Eastern desert terrain.
    Two military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are kneeling and working on the ground in a sandy, arid environment. One soldier is using a pickaxe/mattock tool while the other is handling what appears to be a yellow object with white cordage or rope attached. A group of additional uniformed personnel are visible standing in the background, suggesting a training or demonstration exercise.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT desert camouflage uniform is conducting a route clearance or IED detection operation in an arid, rocky environment. The Marine is holding a metal detector in his right hand while scanning the ground, and carries a rifle slung on his left side. The setting appears to be a combat zone consistent with operations in Afghanistan.
    A military service member wearing desert camouflage uniform and cap is actively digging in sandy terrain using a long-handled shovel. The action has disturbed the sand, creating a visible dust cloud around the digging area. The setting appears to be an arid, sandy environment consistent with desert conditions.

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