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    Military personnel are conducting a waterborne training exercise on a river or waterway bordered by dense vegetation. The scene shows a mix of soldiers wearing different uniforms and equipment, with at least one appearing to be a U.S. Marine in MARPAT camouflage instructing others. The soldiers in green helmets and orange life vests are positioned at the bow of an inflatable boat with rifles raised.

    TOUBAKOUTA, SENEGAL

    04.30.2013

    Photo by Cpl. Timothy Norris 

    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    Sgt. Blaec Nelson, Special-Purpose Marine Air — Ground Task Force Africa 13 reconnaissance Marine from Kailua, Hawaii, instructs Senegalese Companie de Fusilier Marine Commandos how to accurately engage enemies during an aquatic combat marksmanship training course in Toubacouta, Senegal, April 30, 2013. Marines and Sailors with Special-Purpose MAGTF Africa 13 were recently in Senegal working with Companie de Fusilier Marine Commandos on combat marksmanship, maritime security and light infantry operations. Special-Purpose MAGTF Africa strengthens U.S. Marine Corps Forces Africa and U.S. Africa Command's ability to assist partner nations. The approximately 150 U.S. Marines and Sailors conduct security force assistance, military-to-military engagements and are trained to provide support to crisis response. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Timothy Norris/Released)

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    Date Taken: 04.30.2013
    Date Posted: 05.20.2013 22:07
    Photo ID: 937054
    VIRIN: 130430-M-LZ697-091
    Resolution: 2355x1570
    Size: 2.13 MB
    Location: TOUBAKOUTA, SN
    Hometown: KAILUA, HAWAII, US
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