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    Coalition forces blow the doors off at ATG [Image 4 of 11]

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    The image shows a group of military or special operations personnel conducting a tactical breaching exercise at what appears to be a training facility in an arid environment. A large explosive charge has been detonated at the corner of a structure, producing a significant fireball, while the team stacks against the wall in preparation to enter. The setting, equipment, and structured formation suggest this is a controlled close-quarters battle (CQB) training drill.

    SYRIA

    04.27.2020

    Photo by Staff Sgt. William Howard 

    Combined Special Operations Joint Task Force - Central

    Coalition forces detonate an explosive charge on a door during readiness training on At-Tanf Garrison, Syria, April 27, 2020. Joint work between Coalition forces and the Maghaweir al-Thowra depends on regularly training fighting skills on the use of all types of weapons to ensure the enduring defeat of Daesh southern Syria. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. William Howard)

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    Date Taken: 04.27.2020
    Date Posted: 04.29.2020 06:38
    Photo ID: 6189425
    VIRIN: 200427-A-FE868-004
    Resolution: 2736x1824
    Size: 1.87 MB
    Location: SY
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    Three military or law enforcement personnel are conducting what appears to be a close-quarters battle (CQB) training exercise at an outdoor range or mock facility. Two individuals are in full multicam tactical gear with helmets and weapons, while a third in a green t-shirt and tactical vest appears to serve as an instructor or observer. The setting features plywood walls and a door frame consistent with a shoot-house or training compound.
    Two military personnel in full combat gear are visible in the background, standing in an arid desert environment. The foreground features a heavily damaged wooden post or door frame with splintered and broken wood, suggesting structural damage. The image uses a shallow depth of field, keeping the soldiers out of focus while the damaged wood is sharp.
    The image shows a large explosion or controlled detonation occurring adjacent to a series of HESCO barrier walls in an arid, desert-like environment. Two military personnel in full combat gear and helmets are positioned behind the barriers on the left side, taking cover from the blast. Debris and smoke are visible being propelled outward from the explosion site.
    The image shows a group of military or special operations personnel conducting a tactical breaching exercise at what appears to be a training facility in an arid environment. A large explosive charge has been detonated at the corner of a structure, producing a significant fireball, while the team stacks against the wall in preparation to enter. The setting, equipment, and structured formation suggest this is a controlled close-quarters battle (CQB) training drill.
    The image captures a controlled ballistic or breaching test being conducted in an outdoor desert environment. A metal door mounted in a steel test frame is being subjected to a high-energy impact or explosive breach, producing a bright orange flash and debris scatter. The setup includes a plywood backing wall and appears to be a formal equipment evaluation or demonstration.
    A U.S. military soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is photographed from a low angle against a clear blue sky. The soldier is manning or operating a crew-served weapon system, likely a machine gun mounted on a vehicle. The 'US' text is visible on the back of the uniform, confirming U.S. Army affiliation.
    A soldier in military camouflage uniform and gray helmet is aiming what appears to be an M320 grenade launcher in a standalone configuration. A second soldier is partially visible in the background. The setting appears to be an arid, open training or operational environment.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet is firing a shotgun at a paper silhouette target on an outdoor shooting range. A spent shell casing is visibly ejecting from the weapon mid-fire. The setting appears to be a desert or arid environment with a sand berm backstop.
    A soldier in full combat gear is firing a shoulder-launched missile or rocket system from behind a HESCO barrier fortification in an arid environment. A large white smoke plume is visible from the weapon's backblast, indicating the moment of launch. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or defensive position in a desert region.
    A military service member in combat gear is firing a weapon, captured mid-action with visible motion blur on the firearm. The soldier is wearing a tactical helmet with mounted equipment, ballistic eyewear, and camouflage uniform. The image is taken from a close profile angle against an overcast sky background.
    A close-up photograph of a male soldier in tactical gear aiming a firearm. The subject is wearing a military helmet with chin strap and multicam/camouflage uniform. The image is tightly framed, focusing on the right side of the soldier's face and the weapon's sighting system.

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    Syria
    ATG
    Green Beret
    ISIS
    Inherent Resolve
    OIR
    Daesh
    CJTF-OIR
    SOJTF-OIR
    At-Tanf Garrison

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