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    U.S. Army Trains Nigerian Infantry [Image 13 of 24]

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    The image shows a U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP uniform interacting with a group of African military personnel wearing desert camouflage uniforms. The U.S. soldier is holding what appears to be an AK-pattern rifle with a distinctive red stock, likely during a training or advisory engagement. The setting appears to be an outdoor, arid environment consistent with sub-Saharan Africa.

    Twelve 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: 02.13.2018
    Date Posted: 02.19.2018 12:39
    Photo ID: 4151520
    VIRIN: 180213-A-GG370-977
    Resolution: 1280x853
    Size: 1.18 MB
    Location: NG

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