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    A group of U.S. military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are gathered for a holiday meal, likely Thanksgiving or a patriotic celebration, based on the American flag decorations and festive red tablecloths. Multiple tables are filled with service members eating together in what appears to be a decorated dining facility (DFAC) or mess hall. The atmosphere is social and celebratory, with several individuals smiling at the camera.

    CAMP LEATHERNECK, AFGHANISTAN

    12.25.2010

    Photo by Sgt. Shawn Coolman  

    Regional Command Southwest

    Marines enjoy themselves during the Christmas meal at dining facility 5 aboard Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, Dec. 25. The dining facility was decorated with a Santa Claus, complete with a sled and reindeer, ice sculptures and many hand-crafted decorations. The meal included a full range of desserts, baked goods and food ranging from prime rib, turkey, and ham, as well as, numerous other holiday dishes.

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    Date Taken: 12.25.2010
    Date Posted: 12.25.2010 05:41
    Photo ID: 352915
    VIRIN: 101225-M-3455C-001
    Resolution: 1800x1200
    Size: 570.23 KB
    Location: CAMP LEATHERNECK, AF
    Web Views: 259
    Downloads: 12

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    A group of U.S. military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are gathered for a holiday meal, likely Thanksgiving or a patriotic celebration, based on the American flag decorations and festive red tablecloths. Multiple tables are filled with service members eating together in what appears to be a decorated dining facility (DFAC) or mess hall. The atmosphere is social and celebratory, with several individuals smiling at the camera.
    Military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms (consistent with USMC MARPAT desert pattern) are going through a food service line. A large roasted meat, likely a turkey or roast, is being carved by a gloved hand in the foreground. The setting appears to be a military dining facility or field mess hall.
    A U.S. Marine in desert camouflage uniform is being served food by a cook wearing a white chef's hat and a 'Supreme' branded black uniform with blue latex gloves. The scene appears to take place inside a military dining facility (DFAC) or field mess hall, indicated by the temporary structure with plywood walls and tent-like surroundings. The Marine is holding multiple plates of food while the server hands him an additional plate.

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