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    Two military personnel in full CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear) protective gear are standing at what appears to be a military base checkpoint or gate area. Both individuals are wearing gas masks, olive-drab protective suits, combat helmets, and carrying assault rifles. One soldier is pointing in a direction while holding a yellow object, suggesting a coordinated security or training exercise.

    MCAS IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN

    10.28.2020

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Austin 

    Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni

    Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) soldiers decontaminate an area in a simulated gas attack during Exercise Active Shield aboard Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 28, 2020. Active Shield is an annual bilateral exercise partnering U.S. and Japanese forces for the protection and defense of MCAS Iwakuni and other assets in the region in order to sustain military operations in support of the U.S.-Japan Alliance. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Mitchell Austin)

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    Date Taken: 10.28.2020
    Date Posted: 10.29.2020 03:24
    Photo ID: 6406358
    VIRIN: 201028-M-MY099-2622
    Resolution: 6479x4319
    Size: 5.17 MB
    Location: MCAS IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JP
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