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    31st MEU Marines come together for breakfast potluck [Image 8 of 8]

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    A large group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated on a grass lawn eating food from plates during what appears to be an outdoor meal event. The setting appears to be a military base or installation, with barracks-style buildings visible in the background. The atmosphere is informal and relaxed, with personnel sitting casually on the ground.

    OKINAWA, JAPAN

    08.30.2019

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevan Dunlop 

    31st Marine Expeditionary Unit       

    Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit enjoy a breakfast potluck together, Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 30, 2019. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premier crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps official photo by Lance Cpl. Kevan Dunlop)

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2019
    Date Posted: 09.04.2019 01:22
    Photo ID: 5719169
    VIRIN: 190830-M-LD713-125
    Resolution: 4545x3030
    Size: 4.17 MB
    Location: OKINAWA, JP
    Web Views: 174
    Downloads: 2

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    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely on a base, where two uniformed service members wearing medals are being addressed or recognized by a senior officer. Surrounding personnel appear to be applauding, suggesting an awards or commendation ceremony. All individuals are wearing MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms consistent with the U.S. Marine Corps.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is gesturing with his hands, appearing to brief or instruct others. His name tape reads 'MOTA' and the branch tape reads 'U.S. MARINES'. In the background, other Marines are visible along with a red Marine Corps guidon flag bearing the text '31st ME' (likely 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit).
    A U.S. Marine Corps award or decoration ceremony is taking place outdoors, with one Marine pinning a medal or device onto another Marine's uniform. A formation of Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms stands at attention in the background, with a red Marine Corps unit guidon flag visible. The ceremony appears to be conducted at a military installation, likely in a tropical or subtropical location based on the vegetation.
    Two men are engaged in conversation in what appears to be an indoor military or USO facility. One man is wearing a black USO polo shirt, while the other is dressed in U.S. Marines camouflage uniform. The Marine appears to be gesturing and speaking, suggesting an active discussion or briefing.
    A griddle with five uncooked or lightly cooking pancakes is visible in the center of the image, set on a kitchen counter. To the left is a pancake mix box with red and yellow branding, and to the right a baking sheet holds already-cooked pancakes. The scene depicts an active pancake-making session in a dimly lit kitchen.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely on a U.S. Marine Corps base, where a senior Marine is pinning a medal or award onto a fellow Marine's uniform. A formation of Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms stands at attention in the background. A red and gold Marine Corps guidon flag is visible in the scene.
    A group of U.S. Marines in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are gathered on a grassy area, appearing to be at an outdoor social or recreational event. The central figure, whose name tape reads 'COLNE' (partially visible), is seated on the grass holding a paper plate with food. The informal setting and relaxed postures suggest a unit cookout or morale event.
    A large group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated on a grass lawn eating food from plates during what appears to be an outdoor meal event. The setting appears to be a military base or installation, with barracks-style buildings visible in the background. The atmosphere is informal and relaxed, with personnel sitting casually on the ground.

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