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    Baptism by fire - 24th TC keeps rolling despite mountains of challenges [Image 2 of 4]

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    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) pattern camouflage are assembled on a gravel surface at what appears to be a forward operating base or military installation. Several soldiers are gathered around what appear to be red fire extinguishers on the ground, with one soldier holding a clipboard or document. Military vehicles including an MRAP or similar armored vehicle are visible in the background.

    CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE Q-WEST, IRAQ

    06.06.2008

    Photo by Sgt. Andrea Merritt 

    1st Infantry Division Sustainment Brigade

    Soldiers of the 24th Transportation Company, 1st Sustainment Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, undergo an inspection before heading out on the road, June 6. The transporters check to make sure they have all their necessary gear and proper equipment before the mission.

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    Date Taken: 06.06.2008
    Date Posted: 06.30.2008 09:23
    Photo ID: 98620
    Resolution: 1024x687
    Size: 484.4 KB
    Location: CONTINGENCY OPERATING BASE Q-WEST, IQ
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    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) digital camouflage is bent over performing maintenance or mechanical work on a military vehicle, likely a HMMWV (Humvee). The soldier is focused on a component near the front bumper or tow hook area of the tan-colored tactical vehicle. The setting appears to be a forward operating base or military installation with gravel ground and structures visible in the background.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) pattern camouflage are assembled on a gravel surface at what appears to be a forward operating base or military installation. Several soldiers are gathered around what appear to be red fire extinguishers on the ground, with one soldier holding a clipboard or document. Military vehicles including an MRAP or similar armored vehicle are visible in the background.
    Two military personnel in combat gear are positioned in the open turret hatches of a tan/desert-camouflaged armored wheeled vehicle, likely an M1117 Guardian Armored Security Vehicle (ASV). The vehicle is equipped with multiple weapon systems and communication antennas, and its headlights are illuminated. A Humvee and what appears to be a military base structure are visible in the background.
    A military convoy of heavy tactical trucks is staged on a gravel surface at what appears to be a forward operating base or staging area. The lead vehicles are tan/desert-camouflage colored military trucks, likely HEMTT (Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck) variants, with headlights on. At least two uniformed personnel are visible near the vehicles, suggesting convoy preparation or inspection.

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