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    A military ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors in front of a traditional Mongolian ger (yurt). A Mongolian military officer in camouflage uniform with gold aiguillettes is shaking hands with a US Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP uniform. The scene suggests a bilateral military engagement or award ceremony between Mongolian and US armed forces.

    CAMP EGGERS, AFGHANISTAN

    07.11.2013

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Sandra Lucas 

    226th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade

    The Mongolian coalition celebrated Naadam at Camp Eggers, Afghanistan, with music, a pass and review, a hand-to-hand combat demonstration, wrestling competition, native foods and awards. Naadam (pronounced naa-dm) is one of Mongolia's largest festivals celebrated nationwide July 11, 2013.

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    Date Taken: 07.11.2013
    Date Posted: 07.14.2013 06:09
    Photo ID: 971297
    VIRIN: 130711-A-WI994-573
    Resolution: 3616x2824
    Size: 3.72 MB
    Location: CAMP EGGERS, AF
    Web Views: 136
    Downloads: 2

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    Two military honor guard personnel in ornate ceremonial uniforms are marching across a paved courtyard during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. Their uniforms are distinctively blue and red with gold trim, characteristic of Mongolian ceremonial dress, and they carry sabers. In the background, a formation of soldiers in combat uniforms stands at attention near a display of multiple national flags.
    A military ceremony appears to be taking place outdoors in front of a traditional Mongolian ger (yurt). A Mongolian military officer in camouflage uniform with gold aiguillettes is shaking hands with a US Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP uniform. The scene suggests a bilateral military engagement or award ceremony between Mongolian and US armed forces.
    Two military personnel are engaged in a formal salute exchange outdoors near a building decorated with small flags. One soldier, wearing a green beret and brown camouflage uniform with an orange aiguillette, is saluting a second soldier in MultiCam/OCP pattern uniform with the name tape 'STEPHENS' visible on their cap. The flags strung along the roofline appear to be Mongolian flags, suggesting a joint military event or ceremony.
    Three military personnel are cutting a large ceremonial cake decorated with the Mongolian flag in what appears to be a forward operating base or military compound. Two soldiers wearing U.S. Army multicam uniforms flank a Mongolian military officer in a distinctive dark uniform with a teal/green beret. The event appears to be a celebration of Mongolian National Day or a coalition military ceremony.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered inside a traditional Mongolian ger (yurt) for a meal. The setting features traditional Mongolian decorative elements including ornate carved wooden furniture and a portrait labeled 'Chinggis Khaan' (Genghis Khan). The table is laden with traditional Mongolian food, beverages, and serving vessels.

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