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    MRF-D Marines train for high-frequency communications [Image 7 of 13]

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    U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are erecting a tall communications antenna mast in an open field. The foreground Marine, identified by name tape as 'SANDOVAL,' wears a tactical vest and hearing protection while observing the setup. The scene appears to be a field communications exercise at a military installation.

    DARWIN, NORTHERN TERRITORY, AUSTRALIA

    07.15.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Andrew Whistler 

    Marine Rotational Force - Darwin

    U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Rodolfo Sandoval, a transmissions system operator with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 26, supervises the setting up of a high-frequency antenna during a communications training at Robertson Barracks in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, July 16, 2026. This training prepares Marines to use high-frequency communications between distributed forces in a contested environment. Sandoval is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Andrew Whistler)

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    Date Taken: 07.15.2026
    Date Posted: 07.21.2026 03:27
    Photo ID: 9818773
    VIRIN: 260716-M-GF332-1172
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 7.27 MB
    Location: DARWIN, NORTHERN TERRITORY, AU
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    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered on a grassy field conducting what appears to be a training exercise involving a tripod-mounted piece of equipment, likely a mortar or communications device. Several soldiers are clustered around the equipment while others observe from a distance. The setting appears to be a military installation with fencing, buildings, and eucalyptus trees visible in the background, suggesting a location in Australia.
    A tattooed hand is operating a mechanical winch or mast-raising device mounted on a tripod-style frame. The equipment features labeled controls marked 'LOWER' and 'RAISE' along with carabiners, cables, and guy-wires, suggesting it is a portable antenna or communications mast system. The image is taken outdoors with a blurred urban building visible in the background.
    A group of military personnel in digital camouflage uniforms are collaboratively assembling or erecting a mast or antenna structure in an outdoor area. The soldiers are wearing tactical vests and helmets, working together around a tripod-based pole system with guy-wires extending outward. The setting appears to be a military installation or training area with buildings visible in the background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are erecting a tall antenna or communications mast on a grassy field. Three soldiers work at the base of the tripod-mounted mast while a fourth manages guy-wires at a distance. The setting appears to be a military installation or training area, with a chain-link fence and trees visible in the background.
    A U.S. Marine in full combat gear, including MARPAT digital camouflage uniform and plate carrier vest, holds what appears to be a compound bow or crossbow-related equipment with cables/strings visible. The setting is an outdoor grassy field with a chain-link fence and trees in the background, suggesting a training range environment. The label 'PRIMARY' is visible on the equipment being held.
    A group of military personnel in MARPAT digital camouflage uniforms are conducting a field communications or antenna assembly exercise in an outdoor training area. The foreground shows a service member identified by the name tape 'SANDOVAL' wearing a tactical helmet with hearing protection. Additional personnel are working on erecting a tall antenna or mast structure on a tripod in the background.
    U.S. Marines in MARPAT camouflage uniforms are erecting a tall communications antenna mast in an open field. The foreground Marine, identified by name tape as 'SANDOVAL,' wears a tactical vest and hearing protection while observing the setup. The scene appears to be a field communications exercise at a military installation.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are erecting a tall antenna mast on a grassy field, stabilized by multiple guy-wires extending outward to ground anchors. The structure appears to be a portable communications antenna system supported by a tripod base. The setting appears to be a military installation or training area, likely in Australia based on the vegetation and landscape.
    Three military personnel in digital camouflage uniforms and tactical gear are working together on what appears to be a vehicle or equipment hatch. One soldier is leaning in closely to inspect or work on a mechanism while another holds a tool or wire near their mouth. The scene suggests a maintenance, repair, or technical operation being conducted in an outdoor environment.
    Two individuals are working together on military equipment, handling thin wire or cable routed along a weathered metal component. One person is wearing a digital camouflage uniform (consistent with USMC MARPAT pattern) and a black wristband. The work appears to involve routing or securing wiring on what looks like a military vehicle or equipment housing.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered around the open rear compartment of a military vehicle, examining electronic or communications equipment inside. The center individual, whose name tape reads 'PERRIGO,' appears to be operating or inspecting the equipment. The setting appears to be an outdoor military installation or exercise area.
    A military service member in MARPAT (Marine Pattern) digital camouflage uniform and tactical vest is operating radio communications equipment. The individual is holding a handset to their ear while simultaneously adjusting controls on a mounted radio unit, likely inside or alongside a military vehicle. The scene suggests active field communications operations.
    A person wearing U.S. Marine Corps digital camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is operating a Harris Falcon III military tactical radio mounted in what appears to be a vehicle communications rack. The radio is a Harris RF-7800 series HF/VHF/UHF multiband tactical radio, identifiable by its brand markings and CCI (Controlled Cryptographic Item) designation. The operator is adjusting controls or connecting cables to the unit.

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