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    A nighttime military artillery operation captured under red light illumination, showing several soldiers in combat gear working around what appears to be a large artillery piece or howitzer. The scene is bathed in red light, likely from red-lens flashlights used to preserve night vision. Multiple personnel are actively engaged in what appears to be a fire mission or maintenance procedure.

    MOSUL, IRAQ

    12.21.2018

    Photo by Sgt. Edward Bates 

    Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve     

    U.S. Army Soldiers from the 3rd Cavalry Regiment load and elevate an M777A2 howitzer during nighttime fire missions for a gun raid mission with Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) in Iraq, Dec. 22, 2018. The gun raid was conducted in coordination with the ISF to destroy ISIS tunnels and caves in the Makhmour Mountains. The 3rd Cav. Regt. is deployed in support of Operation Inherent Re-solve, working by, with and through the (ISF) and Coalition partners to defeat ISIS. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Edward Bates)

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    Date Taken: 12.21.2018
    Date Posted: 01.01.2019 05:49
    Photo ID: 5011666
    VIRIN: 181221-A-OC230-0099
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 10.33 MB
    Location: MOSUL, IQ
    Web Views: 86
    Downloads: 28

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    Several soldiers in US Army multicam/OCP uniforms are working around what appears to be an M198 or M777 howitzer artillery piece secured with chains. The scene takes place in an arid, forward operating base environment with military vehicles visible in the background. The soldiers appear to be conducting maintenance, rigging, or repositioning operations on the artillery system.
    Several soldiers in camouflage uniforms are working on and around a large artillery piece, likely an M777 or M198 howitzer, at what appears to be a forward operating base. The soldiers appear to be conducting maintenance or preparation activities on the weapon system. The setting includes defensive barriers (HESCO bastions and concertina wire) visible in the background.
    A military or utility helicopter is captured in flight, suspending a load beneath it via a sling or cable in a sling-load operation. The helicopter appears as a dark silhouette against a partly cloudy sky. Ground-level structures, including what appears to be a crane or gantry frame, are visible in the lower left foreground.
    A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter with tail number 08050 is on the ground at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. An artillery piece, likely an M198 or M777 howitzer, is positioned beside the helicopter and appears to be rigged with sling-load cables, suggesting preparation for an air transport operation. Personnel in military camouflage uniforms are visible near the equipment.
    A nighttime outdoor scene featuring a tall dark structure or chimney emitting a plume of white smoke or steam into the dark sky. The foreground shows silhouetted figures or objects illuminated by red lights, with a distant cityscape or industrial facility visible on the horizon. The image is heavily underexposed and motion-blurred, making fine details difficult to discern.
    A large artillery piece or howitzer is captured mid-fire at night, producing a massive muzzle blast and fireball at the top of the barrel. The image was taken from a low angle behind the weapon, with personnel and defensive barriers visible in the foreground. The intense light from the discharge illuminates surrounding smoke and low cloud cover.
    A nighttime photograph showing a tall industrial smokestack or chimney emitting a large plume of white smoke or steam that spreads horizontally across the dark sky. The structure appears to be part of heavy industrial equipment, silhouetted against the night sky. Ambient light sources are visible in the distant background.
    A nighttime military operation showing several soldiers gathered around what appears to be a large artillery piece or howitzer, illuminated by red light. The scene takes place in an outdoor field environment with distant structures and lights visible on the horizon. The red lighting suggests use of tactical night-vision-compatible illumination to preserve operational security.
    A nighttime military operation showing several soldiers working around what appears to be an artillery piece or heavy weapon system, illuminated primarily by red light sources. The scene is set in a dark outdoor environment with distant lights and smoke or haze visible on the horizon. Personnel are wearing full combat gear including helmets and tactical equipment.
    A nighttime military artillery operation captured under red light illumination, showing several soldiers in combat gear working around what appears to be a large artillery piece or howitzer. The scene is bathed in red light, likely from red-lens flashlights used to preserve night vision. Multiple personnel are actively engaged in what appears to be a fire mission or maintenance procedure.
    A group of military personnel are operating a large artillery piece during nighttime conditions, illuminated by red light. The soldiers are wearing combat gear including helmets and body armor, and appear to be in the process of loading or maintaining the weapon system. The red lighting suggests the use of tactical red-light discipline to preserve night vision.
    A large artillery piece is captured firing at night, with a massive muzzle blast illuminating the sky in bright orange and yellow flames. The image is taken from a low angle looking up the barrel toward the muzzle, silhouetting the weapon's breech and mount against the dramatic fireball. The scene depicts a nighttime artillery discharge with significant propellant gases and combustion visible.
    A nighttime image showing multiple armed personnel in full tactical gear illuminated by a red light source. The figures appear to be conducting a coordinated operation or briefing in low-light conditions. The image is heavily obscured by darkness and red ambient lighting, limiting detailed identification of specific equipment or insignia.
    A nighttime military artillery operation showing soldiers working around what appears to be a large artillery piece or howitzer. The scene is illuminated primarily by red light sources, consistent with tactical red-light discipline used to preserve night vision. Multiple personnel in helmets and combat gear are visible operating the weapon system.
    A nighttime military operation showing several soldiers illuminated by red light, consistent with tactical red-light discipline used to preserve night vision. The personnel appear to be gathered around a large piece of military equipment, possibly an artillery piece or vehicle. The scene suggests a coordinated military exercise or operational activity conducted under low-light conditions.

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    M777 155 MM Howitzer
    3CR
    3d Cavalry Regiment
    artillerman
    Operation Inherent Resolve
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    3d Cav Regt OIR

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