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    Philippine marines instruct 3rd Marine Littoral Combat Team on jungle survival during KAMANDAG 10 [Image 9 of 15]

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    The image shows a large green bamboo stalk being cooked over an open fire in a forest setting. The bamboo appears to have been split or scored along its length and is elevated on sticks above burning wood and embers. Individuals wearing camouflage military-style uniforms are visible in the background, suggesting a survival training or field cooking exercise.

    PAREDES AIR STATION, PHILIPPINES

    06.18.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Ernesto Lagunes 

    3d Marine Division     

    U.S. Marines assigned to 3rd Littoral Combat Team, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, participate in a jungle survival class hosted by Philippine marines assigned to 3rd Marine Brigade, during KAMANDAG 10 at Paredes Air Station, Philippines, June 18, 2026. The jungle survival course focused on essential fieldcraft skills, including fire starting, trap construction, and food procurement, strengthening Marines’ ability to sustain operations and survive in austere environments. KAMANDAG 10 is a multi-domain, joint, and combined exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and United States military focused on enhancing maritime security, interoperability, contested logistics, and combined readiness throughout the Philippine archipelago. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Ernesto Lagunes)

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    Date Taken: 06.18.2026
    Date Posted: 06.27.2026 01:19
    Photo ID: 9774301
    VIRIN: 260618-M-KJ570-1094
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 4.99 MB
    Location: PAREDES AIR STATION, PH
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