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    Camp Eggers celebrates Naadam festival [Image 4 of 5]

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    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.

    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: 971299
    VIRIN: 130711-A-WI994-699
    Resolution: 3780x3264
    Size: 5.33 MB
    Location: CAMP EGGERS, AF
    Web Views: 98
    Downloads: 1

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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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