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    U.S. Army Trains Nigerian Infantry [Image 2 of 22]

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    A U.S. Army soldier from the 10th Mountain Division, wearing MultiCam/OCP uniform with a U.S. flag patch, appears to be briefing or instructing a group of African military personnel in a field setting. The foreign soldiers are wearing a distinctive green-pattern camouflage uniform and wide-brimmed bush hats, consistent with Nigerian Army attire. The scene suggests a joint training exercise or military advisory engagement.

    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: 02.11.2018 08:55
    Photo ID: 4133846
    VIRIN: 180208-A-GG370-047
    Resolution: 1280x853
    Size: 1.22 MB
    Location: NG

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