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    Southern Jackaroo 26: MRF-D Marines conduct live-fire range [Image 11 of 12]

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    A sand-colored military wheeled armored vehicle, heavily camouflaged with natural vegetation and netting, is positioned in dry grassland terrain near eucalyptus trees. A missile or projectile is visible in flight in the upper left portion of the image, suggesting a live-fire or demonstration exercise. At least one crew member is visible in the vehicle's turret area.

    TOWNSVILLE FIELD TRAINING AREA, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

    07.01.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Kyle Chan 

    Marine Rotational Force - Darwin

    A U.S. Marine with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 26, fire a BGM-71 Tube-launched, Optically-tracked, Wireless-guided (TOW) anti-tank missile during a live-fire range as part of Exercise Southern Jackaroo at Townsville Field Training Area in Queensland, Australia, July 2, 2026. Exercise Southern Jackaroo is a trilateral training event between the armed forces of Australia, Japan, and the United States that builds combined combat readiness and interoperability in the Indo-Pacific through joint operations and live-fire training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kyle Chan)

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    Date Taken: 07.01.2026
    Date Posted: 07.06.2026 20:39
    Photo ID: 9795690
    VIRIN: 260702-M-MO098-1418
    Resolution: 8192x5464
    Size: 10.86 MB
    Location: TOWNSVILLE FIELD TRAINING AREA, QUEENSLAND, AU
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    A soldier in full combat gear with camouflage face paint is pointing in a direction, likely issuing tactical directions during a field exercise or operation. Behind the soldier, a camouflaged military vehicle is visible, partially concealed with natural vegetation. The setting appears to be an open, dry grassland environment under a clear blue sky.
    A person with military-style camouflage face paint is reflected in a vehicle's side mirror. The subject appears to be in an outdoor, wooded environment with natural lighting. The composition uses the mirror as a framing device, with the back of the subject's head visible in the foreground.
    A young male soldier in military camouflage uniform is applying face paint in green and brown tones to his face. He is holding what appears to be a military-issue camouflage face paint compact close to his face, carefully applying the paint. The image is taken in an outdoor setting with warm, golden-hour lighting.
    The image shows an open military ammunition can containing a belt-fed row of large-caliber cartridges. The rounds are linked together with metal disintegrating links, typical of machine gun ammunition. One round near the center has a red-tipped projectile, while the majority have blue/silver tips, indicating different ammunition types.
    Two military personnel in MARPAT (Marine pattern) camouflage uniforms are handling a crew-served weapon, likely performing maintenance, assembly, or inspection. The close-up perspective focuses on their hands working on what appears to be an M2 .50 caliber machine gun or similar heavy weapon system. Both individuals are wearing full tactical gear including plate carriers with magazine pouches.
    Close-up portrait of a male military personnel wearing orange-tinted tactical eyewear and green/black camouflage face paint. The subject is smiling broadly, displaying white teeth, and wearing what appears to be a tan/camouflage uniform. The image suggests active field training or a tactical exercise.
    A heavily camouflaged military vehicle, covered in natural vegetation and netting, is positioned in dry grassland terrain with sparse eucalyptus trees in the background. At least one soldier is visible in the turret position, and what appears to be a weapon barrel is extended. Dust or smoke is visible in the background, suggesting recent or ongoing movement or firing activity.
    Three military personnel in full combat gear are moving tactically along a dirt road in an arid, scrubland environment. They are wearing matching camouflage uniforms and carrying assault rifles while advancing in a patrol formation. The setting appears to be a training exercise or operational patrol in a dry, bush-like terrain.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform is operating a crew-served automatic grenade launcher mounted on a bipod in an outdoor field environment. The weapon appears to be actively firing, as evidenced by visible smoke/gas discharge near the muzzle and receiver area. The setting appears to be a training exercise or combat operation in a dry, grassy terrain under a partly cloudy sky.
    A heavily camouflaged self-propelled artillery vehicle is positioned among trees and tall dry grass, appearing to be firing or having just fired, as evidenced by a bright muzzle flash or projectile trail visible on the right side of the image. The vehicle is covered with camouflage netting and natural vegetation to blend into the surrounding Australian bush environment. The scene is captured at dusk or dawn, with a dramatic blue and orange sky in the background.
    A sand-colored military wheeled armored vehicle, heavily camouflaged with natural vegetation and netting, is positioned in dry grassland terrain near eucalyptus trees. A missile or projectile is visible in flight in the upper left portion of the image, suggesting a live-fire or demonstration exercise. At least one crew member is visible in the vehicle's turret area.
    A heavily camouflaged wheeled military armored vehicle is concealed with natural vegetation including dry grass, branches, and foliage in an open savanna-like terrain. The vehicle appears to be in a firing or operational position, with smoke visible in the background suggesting recent weapons discharge. The setting features dry grassland, scattered eucalyptus-type trees, and rolling hills under a partly cloudy sky.

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