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    Marines continue time-honored tradition in Sangin [Image 1 of 5]

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    Two U.S. military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms (MARPAT pattern) are raising or securing an American flag on a flagpole. The setting appears to be an overseas military installation, likely in a Middle Eastern environment based on the sandy-colored architecture visible in the background. The image captures a formal flag ceremony being conducted by what appear to be U.S. Marines.

    AFGHANISTAN

    10.06.2012

    Photo by Cpl. Timothy Lenzo  

    Regional Command Southwest

    Lance Cpl. Lamarr Johnson, left, an administrative clerk, and Lance Cpl. Henry Cervantes, an administrative clerk, both with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 6, lower the flag during evening colors, Sept. 29, 2012. The two Marines take great pride in their duty to raise and lower the flag.

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    Date Taken: 10.06.2012
    Date Posted: 10.06.2012 05:15
    Photo ID: 676827
    VIRIN: 120929-M-PC317-009
    Resolution: 1850x2647
    Size: 2.69 MB
    Location: AF
    Web Views: 105
    Downloads: 11

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    Two U.S. military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms (MARPAT pattern) are raising or securing an American flag on a flagpole. The setting appears to be an overseas military installation, likely in a Middle Eastern environment based on the sandy-colored architecture visible in the background. The image captures a formal flag ceremony being conducted by what appear to be U.S. Marines.
    Two military personnel in uniform stand at attention flanking a flagpole flying the American flag against a clear blue sky. The figures are heavily silhouetted due to backlighting, suggesting the photo was taken during early morning or late evening. Damaged or partially destroyed structures are visible in the background, suggesting a forward operating base or conflict zone setting.
    A close-up photograph showing a folded or draped American flag held against a military uniform in digital camouflage pattern. The background contains at least one additional service member in similar camouflage gear, rendered out of focus. The image has a solemn, ceremonial tone.
    A close-up photograph of a folded American flag showing embroidered white stars on a navy blue field and red and white stripes. A dark-skinned hand is visible in the blurred background, appearing to handle or fold the flag. The shallow depth of field keeps the flag fabric in sharp focus while the background and hand remain out of focus.
    A silhouette photograph taken at sunset showing two flagpoles with flags against a gradient sky transitioning from deep gray-blue at the top to bright golden-orange near the horizon. The flags are rendered entirely in dark silhouette, making their colors and designs indistinguishable. A low-lying structure or rooftop is visible at the base of the poles.

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