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    Marines return to amphibious roots [Image 8 of 9]

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    Multiple individuals in military camouflage uniforms are submerged in an indoor swimming pool, suggesting a military water survival or combat swimming training exercise. The participants appear to be treading water while fully clothed in what appears to be standard military combat fatigues. The setting is a clearly defined indoor pool facility with blue water.

    CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    01.08.2013

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Devin Nichols 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    Marines with Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group use their uniforms as flotation devices during the unit's swim qualification aboard Camp Lejeune, N.C., Jan. 8, 2013. In the intermediate qualification, Marines had to stay afloat for 10 minutes.

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    Date Taken: 01.08.2013
    Date Posted: 01.11.2013 08:37
    Photo ID: 812666
    VIRIN: 130108-M-AR522-310
    Resolution: 5616x3744
    Size: 2.57 MB
    Location: CAMP LEJEUNE, NORTH CAROLINA, US
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    Three individuals are swimming in an indoor pool while wearing what appears to be military or tactical clothing/uniforms rather than swimwear. The foreground subject has his mouth open, possibly breathing hard or calling out, suggesting physical exertion. This appears to be a military or law enforcement water survival training exercise.
    A person in a black t-shirt and khaki shorts appears to be instructing or briefing a group of individuals wearing military camouflage uniforms (MARPAT pattern consistent with U.S. Marines). The instructor is pointing toward the group in what appears to be an indoor facility. A sign reading 'Ladies Locker Room' is visible on the wall in the background.
    An aerial/overhead photograph captures a person entering or moving through a swimming pool, creating a dramatic splash pattern. The image is taken from directly above, showing the turbulent white water disturbance surrounding a dark-clad figure submerged just below the surface. The bright cyan-blue pool water contrasts sharply with the white foam and the dark silhouette of the swimmer.
    The image shows what appears to be a military combatives or hand-to-hand combat training session. One individual in camouflage uniform is being restrained from behind by another person in a green t-shirt, demonstrating a grappling or control technique. Several other uniformed personnel observe in the background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a water survival or combat swimming training exercise in an indoor pool facility. Some personnel are in the water fully clothed and equipped with rifles, while others stand at the pool's edge observing or assisting. The facility features red and white life preserver rings mounted on the walls, and numbered starting blocks are visible along the pool deck.
    Military personnel in full combat gear, including helmets and camouflage uniforms, are conducting water survival or amphibious training in an indoor pool. Each individual is holding a rifle above the water while swimming or treading water. This appears to be a structured military training exercise focused on weapons handling during water operations.
    A soldier in full combat gear, including a camouflage uniform and helmet, is swimming through water while holding a rifle above the surface. The individual appears to be participating in a military water survival or combat swimming training exercise. The helmet has visible red markings, and the soldier maintains a low profile in the water while keeping the weapon ready.
    Multiple individuals in military camouflage uniforms are submerged in an indoor swimming pool, suggesting a military water survival or combat swimming training exercise. The participants appear to be treading water while fully clothed in what appears to be standard military combat fatigues. The setting is a clearly defined indoor pool facility with blue water.
    A young male with a military-style high-and-tight haircut is swimming in a pool while fully clothed in what appears to be camouflage military uniform. He is performing a backstroke or survival float technique with his face tilted upward out of the water. This appears to be a military or tactical water survival training exercise.

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