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    A person in a green military-style t-shirt and camouflage trousers is lying prone on a paved surface, aiming a weapon system equipped with an optical scope and a distinctive circular front aperture. A second individual in similar attire is visible in the background in a similar prone position. The setting appears to be a parking lot or paved training area, with additional personnel in full camouflage uniforms visible at the edges of the frame.

    CAMP GEIGER, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    05.03.2021

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray 

    2nd Marine Division

    U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jason Bunch, a Pelion, S.C., native and a squad leader with 1st Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment (1/2), 2d Marine Division (2d MARDIV), participates in practical application of the M3E1 Multi-purpose Anti-armor Anti-personnel Weapon System on Camp Geiger, N.C., May 3, 2021. 1/2 is tasked as 2d MARDIV’s experimental infantry battalion to test new gear, operating concepts and force structures. The unit’s findings will help refine infantry battalions across the Marine Corps as we continue to push toward the end state of Force Design 2030. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma L. Gray)

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    Date Taken: 05.03.2021
    Date Posted: 05.07.2021 15:57
    Photo ID: 6635559
    VIRIN: 210503-M-RQ720-1184
    Resolution: 4640x3093
    Size: 8.21 MB
    Location: CAMP GEIGER, NORTH CAROLINA, US
    Hometown: PELION, SOUTH CAROLINA, US
    Web Views: 142
    Downloads: 31

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    A military instructor in civilian clothing and a face mask is conducting a weapons training class for a group of Marines in camouflage uniforms. The classroom setting includes a projected presentation displaying weapon specifications such as 'Practical Rate of Fire' (6 rounds per minute) and 'Service Life' (1000 rounds). A weapon system, appearing to be a mortar or recoilless rifle, is displayed on a folding table at the front of the room.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is handling what appears to be a military gas mask or protective mask, examining its components. The individual is seated and holding the mask's facepiece and filter canister separately. The name tape on the uniform reads 'U.S. MARINES' and a partial surname is visible.
    A group of U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms and black face masks are seated in an auditorium-style classroom during a military training or briefing session. Several weapons systems and equipment cases are visible on the floor, suggesting a familiarization or instruction course on military hardware. The setting appears to be an indoor training facility.
    A person in a green military-style t-shirt and camouflage trousers is lying prone on a paved surface, aiming a weapon system equipped with an optical scope and a distinctive circular front aperture. A second individual in similar attire is visible in the background in a similar prone position. The setting appears to be a parking lot or paved training area, with additional personnel in full camouflage uniforms visible at the edges of the frame.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT camouflage uniform is kneeling on a concrete surface while handling what appears to be a shoulder-fired rocket launcher or recoilless weapon system. The weapon has an optical sight mounted on top and a label partially visible reading 'BACKBL' (likely 'BACKBLAST'). Other military personnel and civilians are visible in the background in an outdoor training or demonstration area.
    Two individuals in military camouflage uniforms are working on mounting or adjusting an optic sight on a large crew-served weapon system, likely an M2 .50 caliber machine gun or similar heavy weapon. One person is prone behind the weapon while another kneels alongside, assisting with the optic installation. The setting appears to be an outdoor training range with grass and gravel visible.
    Military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are engaged in a weapons training exercise at an outdoor firing range. A kneeling Marine appears to be instructing or assisting another Marine in the prone position with a weapon, likely an M203 grenade launcher or similar weapon system. Additional personnel and equipment are visible in the background near stacked green ammunition crates.
    A military service member wearing MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniform is aiming a large shoulder-fired weapon system, likely an M3E1 Multi-Role Anti-Armor Anti-Personnel Weapon System (MAAWS) or similar recoilless rifle/rocket launcher. The operator is in a kneeling or prone position on what appears to be a training range. The weapon is equipped with multiple optical sighting systems and accessories.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is shouldering and aiming what appears to be an M3E1 Multi-role Anti-armor Anti-personnel Weapon System (MAAWS) recoilless rifle during a training exercise. Additional Marines are visible in the background, seated and observing, suggesting a formal weapons familiarization or qualification training event. The setting appears to be an outdoor training range in a wooded, flat terrain environment.
    A person wearing military camouflage uniform is operating what appears to be a advanced optical/targeting device or military observation system. The equipment features multiple lenses, control buttons, a flip-out display screen, and a pistol grip handle. The setting appears to be an outdoor military training range or observation post.
    A military service member in woodland camouflage (MARPAT pattern) is positioned at what appears to be a firing range, aiming a rifle equipped with an optical scope. The foreground shows a close-up of the rifle scope with a teal/green anti-reflective lens coating in sharp focus, while the shooter and downrange terrain are blurred. The setting appears to be an open, flat training range with sparse vegetation under an overcast sky.
    Three military personnel are engaged in what appears to be a weapons training exercise in an open field environment. Two individuals in MARPAT (Marine) digital camouflage are handling a shoulder-fired weapon system, while a third in MultiCam/OCP pattern observes. Additional personnel are visible in the background, suggesting a larger training event.
    A military service member in MARPAT camouflage uniform is firing a shoulder-launched rocket weapon system on an open training range. A large muzzle blast with yellow-green smoke and bright flash is visible to the right of the frame, indicating the weapon has just been discharged. The setting appears to be a military training facility with open grassland and treeline in the background.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are firing a shoulder-launched rocket or recoilless weapon system during what appears to be a live-fire training exercise. A significant back-blast of dust, smoke, and debris is visible behind the weapon, indicating the round has just been fired. The setting is an open field with treeline in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

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