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    U.S. Marines from across I MEF participate in TACP exercise [Image 4 of 8]

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    A military optical/targeting device, likely a laser rangefinder or designator system, is mounted on a tripod in an arid, desert-like terrain with mountains visible in the background. The device is olive drab in color and features multiple control buttons including a prominently labeled red 'FIRE' button, along with labels such as 'QUIT', 'GATE', 'FIRST/LAST', and 'CODE'. The background shows a semi-arid landscape under a partly cloudy sky.

    CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    08.11.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco 

    1st Marine Division

    An Elbit AN/PEQ-17 portable lightweight designator rangefinder II sits on a tripod and faces downrange during a Tactical Air Control Party exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Aug. 12, 2026. The exercise was the culminating event for the TACP school, which trains forward air controllers and joint terminal attack controllers to better coordinate air support assets and calls for fire. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Stella Tedesco)

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    Date Taken: 08.11.2026
    Date Posted: 08.14.2026 13:32
    Photo ID: 9869589
    VIRIN: 260811-M-AW426-1136
    Resolution: 8192x5464
    Size: 2.38 MB
    Location: CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US
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    Downloads: 1

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    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform is closely examining or adjusting a tan-colored military optical/laser rangefinder device mounted on a tripod. Several other Marines in similar uniforms are visible in the background observing. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or field exercise environment on rocky/gravel terrain.
    A female military service member in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is looking through a tan-colored optical device mounted on a tripod. The image appears to be taken outdoors in a dry, arid environment under a clear blue sky. The subject is focused and engaged with the optical equipment, suggesting a training or operational observation activity.
    A military service member in desert camouflage (MARPAT) uniform is using a compact optical device, likely a rangefinder or monocular, while leaning out of a wooden observation post window. The arid, open terrain visible in the background suggests a training environment or forward operating position. The image captures a surveillance or reconnaissance activity in a desert setting.
    A military optical/targeting device, likely a laser rangefinder or designator system, is mounted on a tripod in an arid, desert-like terrain with mountains visible in the background. The device is olive drab in color and features multiple control buttons including a prominently labeled red 'FIRE' button, along with labels such as 'QUIT', 'GATE', 'FIRST/LAST', and 'CODE'. The background shows a semi-arid landscape under a partly cloudy sky.
    A military personnel in camouflage uniform is using a protractor/plotter tool on an aeronautical or topographic map while referencing a filled-out military tactical form, likely a CAS (Close Air Support) 9-line brief card. The individual is wearing a watch and a ring, and has a weapon slung over their shoulder. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment with sandy/arid terrain visible in the background.
    A wide-angle landscape photograph showing an arid, semi-desert valley with a cluster of small reddish-brown structures in the middle distance. A dust cloud is visible near the structures, and what appears to be a helicopter or small aircraft is flying nearby. A rugged mountain range forms the backdrop under a partly cloudy blue sky.
    A military helicopter, appearing to be a UH-1Y Venom or similar utility helicopter in light gray/blue livery, is flying at low altitude over an arid, open field. The rotor wash is kicking up a large dust cloud from the dry ground below. The surrounding terrain includes dry grassland and scrub vegetation in the background.
    A person in full tactical/military gear is writing in a notebook or logbook under red light conditions. The scene is extremely dark with red illumination as the only light source, consistent with night operations where red light is used to preserve night vision. The individual appears to be wearing a plate carrier vest with magazine pouches and a helmet-mounted device, likely night vision goggles.

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