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    U.S. Army Trains Nigerian Infantry [Image 20 of 24]

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    The image shows a group of military personnel in a field setting, wearing camouflage uniforms and bush hats. At least one soldier displays a Nigerian Army shoulder patch, and another appears to wear a US Army patch (82nd Airborne division patch visible), suggesting a joint training or advisory operation. The soldiers are positioned in dry scrubland terrain, armed with rifles including what appears to be an AK-pattern weapon.

    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: 02.14.2018
    Date Posted: 02.19.2018 12:37
    Photo ID: 4151548
    VIRIN: 180214-A-GG370-653
    Resolution: 1280x853
    Size: 1.33 MB
    Location: NG

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