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    U.S. Army Trains Nigerian Infantry [Image 8 of 27]

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    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are visible in an outdoor setting with arid terrain and sparse vegetation in the background. The foreground soldier, identified by name tape as 'LEBOEUF,' wears a Brigadier General rank insignia (one star) on both his cap and chest. The background soldier, identified as 'SHAMEL,' also displays rank insignia consistent with a Major (gold oak leaf) on his cap.

    U.S. Army Africa's commanding general, Brig. Gen. Eugene LeBoeuf visits U.S. Army's seven-week U.S./Nigerian advanced infantry training in Jaji, Nigeria.

    Twelve Soldiers U.S. Army Soldiers share tactics and training with a little over 200 Nigerian Army Soldiers from 26th Infantry Battalion in a remote military compound four hours north of the capital in Jaji. The seven- week training includes reacting to an IED, react to an ambush, securing an objective, operations planning, etc. The training's significance cannot be underestimated. These Nigerian Soldiers may eventually use these tactics when forward-deployed to fight against the violent terrorist organization, Boko Haram.

    Nigerian Advanced infantry training has significant implications outside of on-the-ground tactical maneuvers. This bilateral military-to-military training carries diplomatic weight showcasing the U.S.'s commitment to its African partners and Nigeria's commitment to countering violent extremist organizations.

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    Date Taken: 02.08.2018
    Date Posted: 02.09.2018 13:36
    Photo ID: 4130450
    VIRIN: 180208-A-GG370-161
    Resolution: 1280x853
    Size: 1.11 MB
    Location: NG

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