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    Camp Ripley Hosts Open House Honoring Native Americans [Image 9 of 58]

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    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is showing two young boys a large artillery piece, likely an M198 or M777 howitzer, at what appears to be a public military display or open house event. The children are actively engaging with the equipment under the soldier's supervision. The setting is an outdoor grassy area with military vehicles and trees visible in the background.

    LITTLE FALLS, MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES

    09.19.2021

    Photo by Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh 

    Camp Ripley Training Center

    Brothers, Chase, 9, and Chance, 11, from Lakeville Minnesota, elevate the barrel on a M777 155mm Towed Howitzer during the Camp Ripley biennial Open House and Community Appreciation Day, September 19, 2021. The Open House provided and opportunity for community members to visit the training site, meet service members and observe equipment and training techniques. (Minnesota National Guard photo by Sgt. Mahsima Alkamooneh)

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    Date Taken: 09.19.2021
    Date Posted: 09.20.2021 13:28
    Photo ID: 6846398
    VIRIN: 210919-Z-DY230-1009
    Resolution: 4397x2931
    Size: 3.36 MB
    Location: LITTLE FALLS, MINNESOTA, US
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