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    A group of individuals, most wearing military or camouflage uniforms, are gathered in a dry, semi-arid landscape among sparse acacia-type trees. A civilian in light-colored clothing appears to be addressing or instructing the uniformed personnel. The setting suggests a field training exercise or operational briefing in an African savanna environment.

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    02.28.2017

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Kulani Lakanaria 

    U.S. Africa Command

    An Australian Special Operations Forces soldier instructs a military movement class to Nigerien soldiers during Exercise Flintlock 2017 in Diffa, Niger, Feb. 28, 2017. Australia is one of 24 countries participating in Flintlock 17. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kulani Lakanaria)

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    Date Taken: 02.28.2017
    Date Posted: 03.06.2017 14:48
    Photo ID: 3207246
    VIRIN: 170228-A-UW671-029
    Resolution: 2000x1333
    Size: 2.79 MB
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