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    Archipelago Endeavor 18 – U.S. Mortars in Sweden [Image 3 of 7]

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    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine digital camouflage) uniforms are conducting an amphibious landing operation from a tactical patrol boat onto a rocky shoreline. The lead Marine is carrying what appears to be a shoulder-fired weapon system (likely an AT4 or similar anti-tank rocket launcher) along with a rifle and gear bag. The setting appears to be a northern coastal environment, possibly Scandinavia, based on the rocky terrain and vegetation visible in the background.

    STOCKHOLMS LäN, SWEDEN

    08.30.2018

    Photo by Sgt. Averi Coppa 

    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    U.S. Mortarmen with Marine Rotational Force - Europe 18.1 disembark from the Swedish Marine Combat Boat 90 (CB-90) to establish weapon positions during a practice amphibious assault as part of Exercise Archipelago Endeavor aboard the island of Uto, Harsfjarden, Sweden, Aug. 30, 2018. Archipelago Endeavor is a bilateral training exercise in Sweden that enhances interoperability and strengthens security in the Baltic Region. This is the first time U.S. and Swedish Marines have trained as an integrated unit on the Swedish Combat Boat 90 (CB-90) to perform a company-level amphibious assault on the outer Stockholm archipelago. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Averi Coppa/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2018
    Date Posted: 09.13.2018 01:57
    Photo ID: 4722175
    VIRIN: 180830-M-RI194-010
    Resolution: 4968x3332
    Size: 4.83 MB
    Location: STOCKHOLMS LäN, SE
    Web Views: 96
    Downloads: 10

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    A soldier in full combat gear, including helmet and camouflage uniform, stands in a low-lying shrub landscape while holding a rifle. In the background, several silhouetted figures are visible on elevated terrain against a bright, hazy sky. The image appears to depict a military patrol or field exercise.
    A U.S. Marine in full combat gear is positioned among rocks in an open field environment, holding an assault rifle and scanning the surroundings. The soldier is wearing MARPAT (Marine Pattern) digital camouflage uniform and helmet with face paint applied. Additional personnel are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a field training exercise or operational patrol.
    A group of military personnel in MARPAT (Marine digital camouflage) uniforms are conducting an amphibious landing operation from a tactical patrol boat onto a rocky shoreline. The lead Marine is carrying what appears to be a shoulder-fired weapon system (likely an AT4 or similar anti-tank rocket launcher) along with a rifle and gear bag. The setting appears to be a northern coastal environment, possibly Scandinavia, based on the rocky terrain and vegetation visible in the background.
    The image shows multiple military personnel in silhouette on elevated rocky terrain during low-light conditions, likely dawn or dusk. Soldiers are carrying various military equipment including what appears to be weapons systems and gear. A large optical or weapons device is visible in the foreground right, held by a partially visible soldier.
    A U.S. Marine, identified by the name tape 'HERBSTER' on their pack, carries a large cylindrical tube (consistent with an SMAW or similar rocket launcher) over their shoulder near a rocky shoreline. In the background, at least one other Marine and what appears to be an Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) are visible at the water's edge. The setting and equipment suggest an amphibious landing or coastal training exercise.
    Three military personnel in different camouflage uniforms are gathered around what appears to be a mortar or optical sighting device mounted on a tripod. One soldier on the right wears a Swedish Armed Forces patch (blue-yellow flag insignia visible on shoulder), while the soldier on the left wears US Marine Corps MARPAT camouflage with face paint. This appears to be a joint military training exercise or demonstration.
    A group of military personnel in mixed uniforms are gathered around a mortar weapon system in an outdoor setting. The scene appears to depict a joint military training exercise, with soldiers wearing at least two distinct camouflage patterns. One soldier wearing a green beret is leaning in to observe or instruct near the mortar tube.

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