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    Forward operating base defense [Image 6 of 10]

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    Three military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms and boonie hats are positioned atop a stacked pair of shipping containers painted in a green-black-brown camouflage pattern. The containers appear to have been converted into a fortified observation or fighting position, with sandbags and what appear to be equipment cases arranged along the top edge. The structure is set in an arid, rocky environment under an overcast sky.

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    08.04.2013

    Photo by Cpl. Michael Lockett 

    26th Marine Expeditionary Unit     

    U.S. Marines of Company K, Battalion Landing Team 3/2, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), keep watch from a machine gun position at a forward operating base during sustainment training in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility, Aug. 4, 2013. The 26th MEU is a Marine Air-Ground Task Force forward-deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility aboard the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group serving as a sea-based, expeditionary crisis response force capable of conducting amphibious operations across the full range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Michael S. Lockett/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.04.2013
    Date Posted: 08.14.2013 08:49
    Photo ID: 995029
    VIRIN: 130804-M-LP523-006
    Resolution: 3456x5184
    Size: 1.67 MB
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    A military sniper in desert camouflage uniform is positioned on rocky elevated terrain, aiming a scoped long-range rifle mounted on a bipod. The arid, mountainous landscape in the background suggests a desert or semi-arid operational environment. Additional military gear including an ammunition can and tactical vest are visible nearby.
    A person in military-style clothing and a boonie hat is positioned behind rocks and HESCO barriers in what appears to be a defensive fighting position. Smoke or dust is visible in the background, suggesting recent weapons discharge. The setting is a rocky, mountainous terrain consistent with a combat or training environment.
    A U.S. Marine in full combat gear is moving at a quick pace across rocky, arid terrain toward the camera. He is wearing MARPAT desert camouflage, a combat helmet with a camera mount, tactical vest, and carrying a rifle. Additional military personnel are visible in the background amid a rocky, mountainous landscape.
    A group of military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are positioned along a rocky berm or earthen mound in an arid, mountainous terrain. The soldiers appear to be in a firing line or tactical formation, with some prone and others standing, suggesting a live-fire training exercise or field operation. The landscape is characterized by rocky hills, sparse vegetation, and a winding dirt road visible in the background.
    A military service member in desert camouflage (MARPAT pattern) is positioned behind a bipod-mounted machine gun, aiming downrange in an arid, rocky terrain environment. The soldier is wearing a USMC-style Lightweight Helmet (LWH) with a night vision device mount attached. The setting appears to be a firing range or tactical position based on the berm and road visible in the background.
    Three military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms and boonie hats are positioned atop a stacked pair of shipping containers painted in a green-black-brown camouflage pattern. The containers appear to have been converted into a fortified observation or fighting position, with sandbags and what appear to be equipment cases arranged along the top edge. The structure is set in an arid, rocky environment under an overcast sky.
    A group of military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are gathered in an arid, rocky outdoor environment near a military vehicle (likely a HMMWV/Humvee). Several soldiers wearing different camouflage patterns and tactical gear appear to be in discussion or receiving a briefing. The background shows mountainous terrain consistent with a desert training or operational environment.
    Military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms traverse a dark volcanic rocky terrain toward a forward operating base or field camp visible in the middle distance. The camp features military tents, camouflage netting, vehicles, and appears to be established on terraced desert hillside terrain. The arid, mountainous landscape with reddish-brown hills suggests an East African or Middle Eastern operational environment.
    A nighttime scene showing military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms gathered around a light source on the ground. The soldiers appear to be reviewing documents or maps by the light of what appears to be a lantern or flashlight. Military gear and equipment bags are visible on the ground between them.
    A group of military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms are gathered outdoors at night, illuminated by flashlights or tactical lights. They appear to be reviewing documents or maps during a nighttime briefing or planning session. The soldiers are armed and equipped with tactical gear.

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