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    EOD Marines conduct large destruction range [Image 7 of 8]

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    The image shows a large explosion with an orange fireball and accompanying dust/smoke cloud occurring on a road or trail running through dry, rolling hills dotted with oak trees. A second dust cloud is visible to the left, suggesting a possible second detonation or vehicle movement. The terrain appears to be dry grassland consistent with a training range or arid rural environment.

    CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    11.26.2019

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Alison Dostie 

    Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton

    Civilian fireworks, 40mm grenades and 155mm insensitive high explosive rounds are detonated during a large destruction range at Range 600 on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Nov. 26, 2019. MCB Camp Pendleton Explosive Ordnance Disposal conducts these ranges in order to gain and sustain knowledge in the planning and destruction of large quantities of ammunition. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alison Dostie)

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    Date Taken: 11.26.2019
    Date Posted: 11.27.2019 00:43
    Photo ID: 5941713
    VIRIN: 191126-M-GM961-1178
    Resolution: 4255x2837
    Size: 7.48 MB
    Location: CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 83
    Downloads: 15

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    A U.S. Marine in digital camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is working on the flatbed of a truck in an arid, hilly outdoor environment. He is handling a wooden crate containing items wrapped in reflective mylar/foil material. The setting appears to be a military training area or field operation, likely in Southern California based on the terrain.
    The image shows a large collection of 40mm grenade rounds piled on dirt ground. The rounds feature distinctive gold/yellow ogive (nose) sections and dark metallic bodies, consistent with 40mm grenade launcher ammunition. Text markings including 'CRTG 40MM' are partially visible on several rounds.
    A military service member in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform and boonie cover is handling a 155mm artillery projectile (M795) in an outdoor field environment. The individual appears to be preparing or inspecting the round, which is standing upright between their legs. The setting appears to be a training or operational area with disturbed earth visible in the foreground.
    A person wearing USMC MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is handling what appears to be a large artillery shell or mortar round. They are applying or removing a white substance (likely a sealing compound or packing material) from the fuze well or base of the munition. The munition is olive drab green with yellow markings, consistent with standard U.S. military ordnance color coding.
    The image shows multiple large green military artillery shells or rocket bodies arranged in a pit or trench in sandy/dirt terrain. The munitions appear to be connected by wires or cables, and are surrounded by numerous cylindrical tubes. This appears to be a documented cache or disposal/demolition setup of military ordnance.
    The image shows a dry, hilly landscape with two simultaneous explosions occurring on separate ridgelines. The terrain features golden-brown grass, scattered oak trees, and a dirt road in the foreground. The explosions appear to be controlled detonations, possibly part of a military exercise or demolition operation.
    The image shows a large explosion with an orange fireball and accompanying dust/smoke cloud occurring on a road or trail running through dry, rolling hills dotted with oak trees. A second dust cloud is visible to the left, suggesting a possible second detonation or vehicle movement. The terrain appears to be dry grassland consistent with a training range or arid rural environment.
    The image shows a dry, hilly landscape with multiple smoke columns rising and at least one visible explosion with an orange fireball on the right side of the frame. The terrain features golden-brown grassland and scattered dark green oak trees typical of a Mediterranean or semi-arid climate. This appears to be a controlled detonation, military exercise, or ordnance disposal event.

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