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    Flintlock 2017 closing ceremony in Burkina Faso [Image 3 of 5]

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    A military ceremony is taking place in what appears to be Burkina Faso, featuring a color guard parade with soldiers in camouflage uniforms and white boots carrying rifles. A ceremonial flag bearing the text 'Burkina Faso' and the national colors (red, green, yellow) is prominently displayed. Dignitaries, including a civilian in traditional attire and a man in a suit with hand over heart, stand at attention alongside a military officer in desert camouflage.

    BURKINA FASO

    03.16.2017

    Photo by Spc. Britany Slessman 

    U.S. Africa Command

    The U.S. Ambassador to Burkina Faso, Andrew Young, stands with his hand over his heart during the national anthem of Burkina Faso during the closing ceremony of Flintlock 2017 on March 16, 2017. Andrew Young gave a speech during the Flintlock 2017 closing ceremony thanking the U.S. Special Forces Soldiers and the Burkina Faso Soldiers during Flintlock. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Britany Slessman)

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    Date Taken: 03.16.2017
    Date Posted: 03.17.2017 07:51
    Photo ID: 3237022
    VIRIN: 170316-A-ZF167-018
    Resolution: 3331x2012
    Size: 1.99 MB
    Location: BF
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    Downloads: 5

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    A white-haired man in a navy blue suit and striped tie is delivering a speech at a wooden podium equipped with two microphones. An American flag with gold fringe is prominently displayed to his left, suggesting an official U.S. government or diplomatic event. The outdoor setting, arid landscape, and presence of a local individual in the background suggest this event is taking place in a sub-Saharan African country.
    A large formation of military or paramilitary personnel are marching in a parade or drill exercise on a gravel surface. All individuals wear matching khaki/tan uniforms with dark green belts, black boots, and distinctive red/maroon berets. The setting appears to be an outdoor training ground or parade ground in an arid environment.
    A military ceremony is taking place in what appears to be Burkina Faso, featuring a color guard parade with soldiers in camouflage uniforms and white boots carrying rifles. A ceremonial flag bearing the text 'Burkina Faso' and the national colors (red, green, yellow) is prominently displayed. Dignitaries, including a civilian in traditional attire and a man in a suit with hand over heart, stand at attention alongside a military officer in desert camouflage.
    The image depicts what appears to be a military or law enforcement training exercise involving multiple uniformed personnel surrounding a white pickup truck. Several armed individuals in matching uniforms are conducting a vehicle interdiction or tactical drill in an open, arid compound setting. The scene includes multiple vehicles and appears to be a structured training scenario rather than an actual operation.
    A formation of military or paramilitary personnel standing at attention in uniform. The soldiers are wearing matching tan/khaki uniforms with dark red berets bearing a gold insignia, and blue shoulder epaulettes. The image appears to depict a formal parade or ceremonial assembly, likely in a West African country based on uniform styling.

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