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    'To the shores of Tripoli,' reserve Marines make historic first [Image 4 of 4]

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    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors where a senior officer in USMC desert MARPAT camouflage is shaking hands with a junior service member, likely presenting an award or certificate. Several other military personnel and civilians in business attire are standing in the background observing the ceremony. The recipients are holding red folders, suggesting a formal recognition or graduation event.

    TRIPOLI, LIBYA

    04.07.2013

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    U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Europe and Africa     

    Staff Sgt. Miguel Diaz, Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Africa 13 mechanic from Tucson, Ariz., is congratulated on his promotion to staff sergeant by Maj. Gen. Raymond Fox, Marine Forces Africa commanding general, during an awards and promotion ceremony at U.S. Embassy Tripoli, Libya, April 7, 2013. The Marines with Special-Purpose MAGTF Africa 13 are the first reserve Marines to serve in Tripoli in an official capacity, providing additional security to the U.S. Embassy. Special-Purpose MAGTF Africa strengthens U.S. Marine Corps Forces Africa and U.S. Africa Command’s ability to assist partner nations in addressing their security challenges. The approximately 150 Marines and sailors conduct security force assistance, military-to-military engagements and are trained to provide support to crisis response. (Courtesy photo/Released)

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    Date Taken: 04.07.2013
    Date Posted: 06.14.2013 16:18
    Photo ID: 953706
    VIRIN: 130407-O-ZZ999-015
    Resolution: 3454x3107
    Size: 2.03 MB
    Location: TRIPOLI, LY
    Hometown: TUCSON, ARIZONA, US

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