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    Commandant, Sergeant Major of Marine Corps visit Marines in Afghanistan [Image 6 of 7]

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    Three U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are engaged in conversation at what appears to be a forward operating base or field installation in a desert environment. The central figure displays general officer rank insignia (four stars visible on collar) and a 'U.S. Marines' tape, indicating senior leadership. A fourth Marine is visible in the background near a military tent structure.

    FORWARD OPERATING BASE JACKSON, AFGHANISTAN

    07.17.2012

    Photo by Cpl. Mark Garcia 

    Regional Command Southwest

    General James F. Amos, commandant of the Marine Corps, and Maj. Gen. Charles M. Gurganus, commanding general of Regional Command Southwest, speak with Lt. Col. David Bradney, commanding officer, 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, July 17, 2012. During their visit, Gen. Amos and Sgt. Maj. Micheal P. Barrett, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, spoke with leaders of 1st Bn., 7th Marines, and took the opportunity to take photographs with Marines of the battalion.

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    Date Taken: 07.17.2012
    Date Posted: 07.18.2012 02:30
    Photo ID: 626960
    VIRIN: 120717-M-BZ222-006
    Resolution: 1920x1280
    Size: 1.49 MB
    Location: FORWARD OPERATING BASE JACKSON, AF
    Web Views: 228
    Downloads: 8

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    A tiltrotor aircraft, identifiable as a V-22 Osprey, hovers or flies at low altitude over an arid, desert military installation. White smoke or dust clouds billow across the ground, likely from smoke grenades or rotor wash, while a single armed soldier stands to the right observing the aircraft. The setting appears to be a forward operating base in a desert environment, consistent with military operations.
    Several U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are gathered at what appears to be a forward operating base in an arid environment. Three Marines in the foreground appear to be engaged in a conversation or briefing, with one reaching out toward another. The background shows shipping containers, HESCO barriers, a thatched shade structure, and what appears to be a British flag, suggesting a coalition base.
    Five military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms (MARPAT pattern) are gathered in an outdoor area with sandy, arid terrain and a mud/concrete wall in the background. The individuals appear to be U.S. Marines based on their distinctive desert MARPAT uniforms and cover (caps). They appear to be engaged in conversation or a briefing while walking in what appears to be a forward operating environment.
    A large group of military personnel, approximately 50-60 individuals, pose for a formal unit photograph in front of a mud-brick or adobe structure. The soldiers are wearing desert camouflage uniforms and patrol caps, with many carrying rifles. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or outpost in an arid, desert environment.
    Three U.S. Marines in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms pose together outdoors in what appears to be a forward operating base or deployed environment. The central figure is a senior officer wearing four stars on his collar, indicating the rank of General, with a name tape partially visible reading 'AMOS' and branch tape reading 'U.S. MARINES'. The two flanking individuals appear to be younger, lower-ranking Marines.
    Three U.S. Marines in desert MARPAT camouflage uniforms are engaged in conversation at what appears to be a forward operating base or field installation in a desert environment. The central figure displays general officer rank insignia (four stars visible on collar) and a 'U.S. Marines' tape, indicating senior leadership. A fourth Marine is visible in the background near a military tent structure.
    Two U.S. Marines in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniforms are shaking hands during what appears to be a formal military ceremony or recognition event. An older, senior-ranking Marine is holding a microphone and addressing the younger Marine, suggesting an award presentation or commendation. A formation of Marines in the background indicates this is an official unit gathering.

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