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    America’s Battalion Honors Fallen Marine [Image 7 of 8]

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    A U.S. Marine in desert camouflage uniform kneels in a posture of mourning or prayer between an American flag and a U.S. Marine Corps unit guidon at what appears to be a forward operating base in a desert environment. Behind the soldier stands a battlefield cross — a rifle with a helmet placed on top — which is a traditional military memorial for a fallen service member. The scene depicts a memorial ceremony honoring a deceased Marine.

    PATROL BASE JAKER, AFGHANISTAN

    09.25.2010

    Photo by Sgt. Mark Fayloga 

    I Marine Expeditionary Force

    A Marine says goodbye to 1st Lt. Scott J. Fleming, a platoon commander with Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, during his memorial service at Patrol Base Jaker, Afghanistan, Sept. 25. Fleming died supporting combat operations Sept. 17.

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    Date Taken: 09.25.2010
    Date Posted: 10.03.2010 06:05
    Photo ID: 325408
    VIRIN: 100925-M-1558F-456
    Resolution: 2000x1232
    Size: 1.57 MB
    Location: PATROL BASE JAKER, AF
    Web Views: 685
    Downloads: 52

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    A military ceremony is taking place in an arid, desert environment with personnel in uniform standing in formation. Two flags are prominently displayed: a red U.S. Marine Corps unit guidon reading '3rd BN 3rd Marines FMF' and the American flag. The scene appears to be a formal military event such as a change of command, activation, or deactivation ceremony.
    A military memorial ceremony is taking place outdoors in what appears to be a desert environment. Uniformed service members are seated facing a display that includes a portrait photograph of a fallen soldier, an American flag, and military vehicles including an MRAP (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle). The setting and elements strongly indicate this is a battlefield memorial service honoring a deceased service member.
    A military memorial ceremony is depicted, featuring a 'Battlefield Cross' or 'Battle Cross' — a symbolic tribute consisting of a rifle, helmet, and boots mounted on a platform. The United States flag and the United States Marine Corps flag are displayed prominently behind the memorial. Marines in desert camouflage uniforms stand at attention in the foreground, suggesting a formal remembrance service.
    A line of uniformed military personnel are performing a rifle salute, likely during a memorial or ceremonial event. The soldiers are silhouetted against a clear blue sky in an arid, desert environment. Military vehicles and structures are visible in the background.
    A group of U.S. Marines are kneeling in prayer or a memorial ceremony at a forward operating base in what appears to be a desert environment. The scene includes military flags, armored vehicles (MRAPs/HMMWVs), and audio equipment suggesting a formal ceremony. The foreground shows a partially visible red U.S. Marine Corps flag with gold eagle, globe, and anchor emblem.
    A U.S. Marine in desert camouflage uniform kneels in a posture of mourning or prayer before a battlefield cross memorial, which consists of a rifle with bayonet fixed into a platform, a combat helmet placed on the stock, and a pair of boots. A red and gold Marine Corps flag is visible in the upper right corner, and a blurred military base structure is visible in the background. This appears to be a memorial ceremony honoring a fallen service member.
    A U.S. Marine in desert camouflage uniform kneels in a posture of mourning or prayer between an American flag and a U.S. Marine Corps unit guidon at what appears to be a forward operating base in a desert environment. Behind the soldier stands a battlefield cross — a rifle with a helmet placed on top — which is a traditional military memorial for a fallen service member. The scene depicts a memorial ceremony honoring a deceased Marine.
    A military memorial ceremony is depicted, featuring a Battlefield Cross — a rifle with bayonet fixed into a base, topped with a combat helmet and dog tags hanging from the barrel. Two service members in desert camouflage uniforms are kneeling beside the memorial display, appearing to be in a moment of grief or prayer. A red and gold fringed military unit guidon flag is visible in the foreground right, with a formation of troops visible in the background.

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