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    5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company hosts swim qualification [Image 6 of 13]

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    A person in military digital camouflage uniform is floating in a bright blue swimming pool, using an inflated camouflage flotation device wrapped around their torso. The individual appears to be undergoing military water survival training, keeping their head above water while kicking their legs. The image is taken from above at a slight angle, capturing the splashing water and the buoyancy aid in use.

    OKINAWA, JAPAN

    08.27.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. John Haubeil 

    III MEF Information Group     

    U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Marco Ramirezlazos, a native of California and a field artillery officer with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, performs a trouser inflation technique during a swim qualification course at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 28, 2026. The Marine Corps swim qualification test supports mission readiness by developing Marines’ confidence and ability to survive and operate in aquatic and littoral environments during amphibious operations or rescue situations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. John-Paul Haubeil)

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    Date Taken: 08.27.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 01:13
    Photo ID: 9902143
    VIRIN: 260828-M-FK383-1116
    Resolution: 5184x3535
    Size: 8.08 MB
    Location: OKINAWA, JP
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