The United States Marine Corps [Archive] - Page 13

trikora88

05-26-2011, 08:54 AM

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Sgt. James Michaelin, an Amphibious Assault Vehicle operator with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, drives an AAV during a dry run of the final training exercise (FTX) in Thailand as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2011. CARAT is an annual series of bilateral exercises held between the U.S. and Southeast Asian nations with the goals of enhancing regional cooperation, promoting mutual trust and understanding, and increasing operational readiness with regional allies and partners. The FTX is a mock beach assault with U.S. and Royal Thai Marines and Sailors. (Official Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Aaron Hostutler)

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1st Lt. Nishan Campbell , the commanding officer for the 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion attachment, 4th Marine Division, signals the other Amphibious Assault Vehicles May 17 during a dry run of the final training exercise (FTX) in Thailand of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2011.

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Sgt. James Michaelin, an Amphibious Assault Vehicle operator with 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, drives an Amphibious Assault Vehicle during a dry run of the final training exercise (FTX) in Thailand of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2011.

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Marines of 4th Assault Amphibian Battalion, 4th Marine Division, drive Amphibious Assault Vehicles from the amphibious transport dock ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) during a dry run of the final training exercise (FTX) in Thailand as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2011.

trikora88

05-26-2011, 09:18 AM

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5/18/2011 By Sgt. Bobby J. Yarbrough

Marine Barracks 8th & I

Lance Cpl. Marcus Terry fires the M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon through a mock window on an unknown distance course at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., May 18. Terry is an infantryman assigned to the Grounds Combat Element, Marine Barracks Washington.

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5/24/2011 By Lance Cpl. Gregory Moore

Marine Corps Bases Japan

A Marine from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 314, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, stands by to direct the pilot to the Kadena Air Base runway May 24. The Black Knights of VMFA-314 are currently assigned to MAG-12 as part of the Marine Corps' Unit Deployment Program.

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5/25/2011 By Sgt. Richard Blumenstein

24th MEU

Marines and Sailors aboard the USS Iwo Jima (LHD-7) man the rails, as the ship pulls into the Hudson Bay May 24, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marines Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy's Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in New York City's Fleet Week from May 25 to June 1, 2011. There, the Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF, and also honor those who have served by participating in various events during the Memorial Day weekend.

trikora88

05-26-2011, 09:51 AM

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5/24/2011 By Lance Cpl. Claudia M. Palacios

11th MEU

CH-53E heavy lift helicopters with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced), carrying Marines and sailors with Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, participate in an aerial transport exercise here May 24. This is the first time that the Expeditionary Fire Support System has been loaded into an aircraft on the West Coast.

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5/24/2011 By Lance Cpl. Claudia M. Palacios

11th MEU

Marines with Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, load a Expeditionary Fire Support System into a CH-53E heavy lift helicopter from the MEU's aviation combat element, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) during an aerial transport exercise here May 24. This is the first time the system has been loaded into an aircraft on the West Coast.

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5/24/2011 By Lance Cpl. Claudia M. Palacios

11th MEU

Marines and sailors with Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, participate in an aerial transport exercise here May 24. This is the first time that Expeditionary Fire Support System has been loaded into an aircraft on the West Coast.

HollywoodMarine

05-26-2011, 10:19 AM

Those last photos may say "Marines", but they are ANA.

trikora88

05-26-2011, 10:33 AM

Those last photos may say "Marines", but they are ANA.Sorry my mistake just edited the pictures...:)

HollywoodMarine

05-26-2011, 01:35 PM

Yut!!!! ;)

trikora88

05-28-2011, 12:05 AM

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U.S. Marines arrive at the impact site with French soldiers to recover the wreckage of a French Mirage 2000 jet fighter aircraft northwest of Forward Operating Base Delaram in Afghanistan's Helmand province, May 25, 2011. The Marines are assigned to the Combat Logistics Battalion 8, 2nd Marine Logistics Group Forward. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Jeff Kaus

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U.S. Marine cadets take the oath of enlistment during the U.S. Naval Academy commencement ceremony in Annapolis, Md., May 27, 2011. DOD photo by Cherie Cullen

trikora88

05-28-2011, 12:16 AM

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett W. Bush, with 1st Platoon, Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 8, walks through foliage during a patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan, on May 11, 2011. Patrols are used to interact with area residents and show military presence. DoD photo by Cpl. Christopher M. Burke, U.S. Marine Corps. (Released)

USMC29

05-28-2011, 12:20 AM

Shot a 233 on table 1 today. Used the loop sling, because I find that it does help. None of us from my unit even knew you were allowed to use grip-pods now, until we showed up the first day and saw all the air wing and CLR kids rocking them, and I didn't want to screw myself up by trying it out after getting all zeroed without it. Doing both prequal and qual for table 2 tomorrow, since we get off at noon on Friday for Memorial Day weekend. I'm not worried about that at all, considering the absurd number of table 3/4 CMP shoots we've done in recent months.

So have you not shot with the ACOG yet on qual? I would not like that after shooting the same way for 3 years. Couple of SNCOs in my unit bitched about qualing with it on table 1 so I don't think it would bid well for most Marines.

vor033

05-28-2011, 02:09 AM

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Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) practice donning their M50 gas masks in the well deck aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41). The Whidbey Island is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC-3/f5cf701c.jpg

Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), practice donning their M50 gas masks in the well deck aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41). http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC-3/d70b229f.jpg

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Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) practice forward movement and reloading drills in the well deck aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41).

vor033

05-28-2011, 02:20 AM

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Sgt. Jeron Richardson, a receiving drill instructor, corrects a new recruit at the receiving building, Nov. 2, 2010. Support Battalion drill instructors are the first Marines new recruits meet at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island

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Sgt. Victor Lucio, Marine combat instructor of water survival, trains Lance Cpl. Drarodrick Canidate, a data network specialist with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, in the back stroke at the Combat Training Tank, April 20.

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Sgt. Joshua “daggone” Detrick, Marine combat instructor of water survival, coaches 1st Lt. Valerie McGuire, series commander, November Company, 4th Recruit Training Battalion April 20. Water survival instructors are part of Support Battalion and lead the way in water survival training for the entire depot at the Combat Training Tank.

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Sgt. Reginald Berry, a martial arts instructor trainer, grapples with a student at Parris Island, S.C., May 19.

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Sgt. Gustavo Hernandes, a martial arts instructor, grapples with an MAI student at Parris Island, S.C., May 19.

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Sgt. Gustavo Hernandez, a martial arts instructor trainer, explains grappling techniques to MAI students at Parris Island, S.C., May 19.

Check out the story that goes with the Photos:

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vor033

05-28-2011, 02:39 AM

Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th MEU to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are embarking on the Navy's Amphibious Assault Ships, the USS Iwo Jima (LHD -7) and USS New York (LPD-21) to take part in Fleet Week New York 2011 from May 25 to June 1. The Marines will showcase the capabilities of the MAGTF and honor those who have served by participating in a various of events during Memorial Day weekend.

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Sgt. Jamie Balderrama, a squad leader with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, gathers himself before conducting a beach assault demonstration at Coney Island, May 26.

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Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment prepare for a beach assault demonstration at Coney Island, May 26.

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Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment prepare for a beach assault demonstration at Coney Island, May 26.

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Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment prepare for a beach assault demonstration at Coney Island, May 26.

Ratamacue

05-29-2011, 11:42 AM

So have you not shot with the ACOG yet on qual? I would not like that after shooting the same way for 3 years. Couple of SNCOs in my unit bitched about qualing with it on table 1 so I don't think it would bid well for most Marines.I qual'd with the ACOG two years ago as well. I have mixed feelings on it as far as table 1 is concerned. On the one hand, it obviously magnifies the target significantly, which makes it much easier to place your shots where you want them. On the other hand, you can't make any adjustments other than BZO'ing the weapon, which means you have to use Kentucky windage to get your shots in the black--and your shot placement tends to vary from day-to-day, especially depending on the wind. It's also more difficult to get proper sight alignment than with iron sights, which is especially noticeable at the 500. All-in-all, I don't think it's better or worse or harder or easier, but it does require different training. Fortunately I've had a lot of experience shooting with the ACOG, even if it's been mostly on CMP shoots. We only had two or three UNQs out of the guys from my battalion at the range, but there were about 20 or so total on the range--mainly from the pogue units whom you could tell never really get to shoot their rifles, because their M16s and M4s still had all the bluing and powder coat.

vor033

05-30-2011, 01:55 PM

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Members of the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Team perform during a Memorial Day service in honor of the 93rd anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery. More than 1,800 Marines from the 5th and 6th Regiments lost their lives in the 21-day battle that stopped the last German offensive in 1918.

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The “Commandant’s Own” drum and bugle corps performed in front of a crowd of more than 2000 on the parade field of the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery during a Memorial Day ceremony in honor of the 93rd anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood. More than 1,800 Marines from the 5th and 6th Regiments lost their lives in the 21-day battle that stopped the last German offensive in 1918.

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A formation of French soldiers stands and pays tribute to fallen U.S. service members during a Memorial Day ceremony here. More than 2,000 French and American visitors attended the Memorial Day ceremony.

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Lt. Gen. John M. Paxton Jr. (left), commanding general, II Marine Expeditionary Force and Brig. Gen. Paul W. Brier, deputy commander, Marine Corps Forces Europe, lay a wreath at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments during a Memorial Day ceremony here. At the cemetery, there are 2,039 known buried and 250 unknown. In the chapel, there are 1,060 names inscribed on the walls to commemorate the missing—all from the Battle of Belleau Wood.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos lays a wreath at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments during a Memorial Day ceremony here. At the cemetery, there are 2,039 known buried and 250 unknown. In the chapel, there are 1,060 names inscribed on the walls to commemorate the missing—all from the Battle of Belleau Wood.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos lays a wreath at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments during a Memorial Day ceremony here. At the cemetery, there are 2,039 known buried and 250 unknown. In the chapel, there are 1,060 names inscribed on the walls to commemorate the missing—all from the Battle of Belleau Wood.

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French Commander of Land Forces Lt. Gen. Herve Charpentier lays a wreath during a Memorial Day ceremony here at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments. More than 2,000 French and American visitors attended the Memorial Day ceremony here.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos and French Commander of Land Forces Lt. Gen. Herve Charpentier salute the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. Following World War I, the French government renamed the Belleau Wood forest “Wood of the Marine Brigade."

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos and French Commander of Land Forces Lt. Gen. Herve Charpentier salute the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. Following World War I, the French government renamed the Belleau Wood forest “Wood of the Marine Brigade."

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos lays a commemorative coin in front of the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. The coin is from the Marines of Task Force Belleau Wood, assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) in Regional Command (Southwest) in Afghanistan. The coin was given to the Commandant during his visit to Afghanistan, May 11-15.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps General James F. Amos lays a wreath in front of the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. The Iron Mike monument was sculpted by Felix Weihs de Weldon, the artist who later designed the Marine Corps War Memorial in Washington, D.C., and was erected in honor of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments after World War I.

khalifah

05-30-2011, 04:14 PM

Nice Pics, Vor

thanks for sharing

KEEPER0311

05-30-2011, 05:30 PM

Great pictures.

Semper Fi

vor033

05-30-2011, 09:57 PM

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U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Christopher Z. Esrey, communicates with fellow Marines during training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 20, 2010. Esrey is the commander of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. Exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper prepares Marines to deploy to Afghanistan.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/08832677.jpg

U.S. Marines prepare to conduct a range rehearsal during training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 20, 2010. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/a2a64f3f.jpg

U.S. Marines board a CH-46 Sea Knight helicopter during training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 21, 2010. The Marines are assigned to India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/f72e3a50.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Matthew A. Robertson, left, Sgt. Daniel T. Adair, center, and Lance Cpl. Ruben J. Ramirez, set up a security overwatch position while participating in a clear, hold, build 2 exercise during Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 21, 2010. Robertson, Adair and Ruben are assigned to Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regimenthttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/52f0f087.jpg

A U.S. Marine holds security outside a house after taking over a mock village while participating in a clear, hold, build 2 exercise during Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 21, 2010. The Marine is assigned to the 1st Radio Battalion, attached to Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/fe993bde.jpg

U.S. Marines sit inside a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter during a clear, hold, build 2 exercise during Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010. The Marines are assigned to Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regimenthttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/d56a8b80.jpg

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U.S. Marines prepare to assault targets during exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010. The Marines are assigned to Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4844b47b.jpg

U.S. Marines prepare to assault targets during exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010.

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U.S. Marines prepare to move an M777 howitzer in support of 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment during training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010. The Marines are assigned to Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment.

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A U.S. Marine prepares to load a 155mm high explosive round into an M777 howitzer during training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2f57da0e.jpg

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Artillery rounds fired from M777 howitzers by U.S. Marines explode on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/f52c181b.jpg

U.S. Marines watch as air support drops flares during a live-fire exercise on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 23, 2010, during training exercise Enhanced Mojave Viper. The Marines are assigned to Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment.

vor033

05-30-2011, 10:20 PM

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U.S. Marines zero their weapons systems during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise at range 107 on Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 6, 2010. The Marines are assigned to Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. Mojave Viper is designed to prepare Marines for deployment to Afghanistan.

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Josue Barron sights his target through an advanced optical gun scope during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise at range 107 on Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 7, 2010. Barron is assigned to Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment

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U.S. Marines perform maneuver-at-speed reloads during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise at range 107 on Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 7, 2010.

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U.S. Marines set up and prepare for modular tactical foot bridges during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise on Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 7, 2010. The Marines are assigned to Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Christopher King evacuates a mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicle egress trainer during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise on Marine Corps Base Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 7, 2010. King is assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment.

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U.S. Marines dig out dirt to connect chains to a mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicle during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 8, 2010. The Marines are assigned to Truck Company Bravo to support the 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment. Marines use the training to improve their skills in recovering downed and overturned vehicles.

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A U.S. Marine uses a mine detector during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 10, 2010

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U.S. Marines evacuate a mock casualty during training focusing on improvised explosive devices on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 10, 2010. The training is part of Enhanced Mojave Viper, an overall exercise to prepare troops to deploy to Afghanistan

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A U.S. Marine fires an M2 .50-caliber heavy machine gun during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 10, 2010

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U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Soulinha Chanthavong aims downrange with an M-2 .50-caliber heavy machine gun during Enhanced Mojave Viper, a training exercise on Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 17, 2010. Chanthavong is assigned to Police Mentoring Team, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment.

JC0352

06-01-2011, 11:16 PM

vor, I haven't been on here in a long while and wanted to say thanks again for all the great pics in here. Thanks for your work in posting them!

Hollis

06-02-2011, 12:08 AM

Memorial Day ceremony honors Belleau Wood fallen

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Members of the United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Team perform during a Memorial Day service in honor of the 93rd anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery. More than 1,800 Marines from the 5th and 6th Regiments lost their lives in the 21-day battle that stopped the last German offensive in 1918.

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The “Commandant’s Own” drum and bugle corps performed in front of a crowd of more than 2000 on the parade field of the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery during a Memorial Day ceremony in honor of the 93rd anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood. More than 1,800 Marines from the 5th and 6th Regiments lost their lives in the 21-day battle that stopped the last German offensive in 1918.

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A formation of French soldiers stands and pays tribute to fallen U.S. service members during a Memorial Day ceremony here. More than 2,000 French and American visitors attended the Memorial Day ceremony.

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Lt. Gen. John M. Paxton Jr. (left), commanding general, II Marine Expeditionary Force and Brig. Gen. Paul W. Brier, deputy commander, Marine Corps Forces Europe, lay a wreath at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments during a Memorial Day ceremony here. At the cemetery, there are 2,039 known buried and 250 unknown. In the chapel, there are 1,060 names inscribed on the walls to commemorate the missing—all from the Battle of Belleau Wood.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos lays a wreath at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments during a Memorial Day ceremony here. At the cemetery, there are 2,039 known buried and 250 unknown. In the chapel, there are 1,060 names inscribed on the walls to commemorate the missing—all from the Battle of Belleau Wood.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos lays a wreath at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments during a Memorial Day ceremony here. At the cemetery, there are 2,039 known buried and 250 unknown. In the chapel, there are 1,060 names inscribed on the walls to commemorate the missing—all from the Battle of Belleau Wood.

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French Commander of Land Forces Lt. Gen. Herve Charpentier lays a wreath during a Memorial Day ceremony here at the foot of the steps that lead to the chapel at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery in front of dignitaries and a formation of Marines from 5th and 6th Marine Regiments. More than 2,000 French and American visitors attended the Memorial Day ceremony here.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos and French Commander of Land Forces Lt. Gen. Herve Charpentier salute the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. Following World War I, the French government renamed the Belleau Wood forest “Wood of the Marine Brigade."

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos and French Commander of Land Forces Lt. Gen. Herve Charpentier salute the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. Following World War I, the French government renamed the Belleau Wood forest “Wood of the Marine Brigade."

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos lays a commemorative coin in front of the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. The coin is from the Marines of Task Force Belleau Wood, assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward) in Regional Command (Southwest) in Afghanistan. The coin was given to the Commandant during his visit to Afghanistan, May 11-15.

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The 35th Commandant of the Marine Corps General James F. Amos lays a wreath in front of the Iron Mike monument atop a hill in the heart of the Belleau Wood forest during a private Memorial Day ceremony in front of a formation of Marines and French soldiers. The Iron Mike monument was sculpted by Felix Weihs de Weldon, the artist who later designed the Marine Corps War Memorial in Washington, D.C., and was erected in honor of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments after World War I.

trikora88

06-02-2011, 02:02 AM

Marines Participate in a Two-Mile Run to Ground Zero

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U.S. Marines lead a run to ground zero in New York, May 31, 2011. The Marines are assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. More than 3,000 Marines, sailors and Coast Guardsmen are participating in community outreach events and equipment demonstrations as part of Fleet Week 2011. This is the 27th year New York has hosted the sea services for Fleet Week, which started May 25 and runs through June 1, 2011. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Randall A. Clinton

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Marines participate in a two-mile motivational run to the site of the World Trade Center in New York, May 31, 2011. Various units from II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Forces Reserve have organized under the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit to form the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - New York. The Marines are participating in Fleet Week 2011. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Michael J. Petersheim

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Marines lead a run to ground zero in New York, May 31, 2011. The Marines are assigned to the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, most of whom joined the service after the attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. More than 3,000 Marines, sailors and Coast Guardsmen are participating in community outreach events and equipment demonstrations during Fleet Week 2011. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Randall Clinton

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Service members bow their heads for a moment of remembrance in the shadow of the ground zero construction site in New York, May 31, 2011. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karim Delgado

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A Marine takes a moment to reflect in the shadow of the ground zero construction site in New York, May 31, 2011. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Karim Delgado

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Marines and sailors pose for a photo at ground zero following a two-mile motovational run in New York, May 31, 2011. The run was one of many activities that service members will participate in during Fleet Week 2011, which started May 25 and runs through June 1, 2011. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nicholas J. Gillen

santana

06-02-2011, 05:48 PM

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SANGIN DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Marines from 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, and soldiers from 1st Tolay, 2nd Kandak, Afghan National Army, patrol through a wheat field during Operation Zapoonki Guzaroona in the Upper Sangin Valley, Afghanistan, May 23. The two rifle platoons on the ground clearing were supported by Combined Anti-Armor Teams, Scout Sniper Platoon, Advisor Training Teams and direct support assets from within the company. Every element contributed to the operations success whether they were on the ground clearing with the platoons, maintaining a security cordon to prevent enemies from fleeing the area or providing immediate intelligence to the Marines searching.

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SANGIN DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Adam B. Kramvik, an assaultman for 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sweeps for improvised explosive devices to protect the Marines in his squad during Operation Zapoonki Guzaroona in the Upper Sangin Valley, Afghanistan, May 23. “That is what I was most proud of knowing that we are getting all that stuff out of there. Finding any IED making material is potentially saving lives,” said Kramvik, a 2005 graduate of Shanely High School. “We pushed them back and did a lot of counterinsurgency during the three days.” Kramik, 24, is from Moorhead, Minn.

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SANGIN DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Marines from 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, and soldiers from 1st Tolay, 2nd Kandak, Afghan National Army, patrol through a wheat field during Operation Zapoonki Guzaroona in the Upper Sangin Valley, Afghanistan, May 23. Every element contributed to the operation's success whether they were on the ground clearing with the platoons, maintaining a security cordon to prevent enemies from fleeing the area or providing immediate intelligence to the Marines searching.

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SANGIN DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Cpl. Matthew T. Woodall, a squad leader for 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, moves between the elements of his squad during Operation Zapoonki Guzaroona in the Upper Sangin Valley, Afghanistan, May 23. Woodall was made the squad leader of 3rd squad when his squad leader was injured the first day of the operation. This forced Woodall to assume the role of squad leader and make critical decisions that directly affected and ensured his Marines safety. Woodall, 26, is from Paducah, Ky., and a 2003 graduate of Heath High School.

santana

06-02-2011, 08:35 PM

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan — An Afghan man smiles after shaking Lance Cpl. Robert Lemonte hand during a security patrol here, May 25. Lemonte, a Mansfield Ind., native, is a squad leader in Charlie Company, 1st battalion 3rd Marine Regiment. He has been nicknamed ‘the little mayor of the Safar Bazaar’ because of his ability to relate to those of a different culture. His relationships in the local community are a model for how 1/3 wants it’s Marines to interact with the local people here. The battalion supports Regimental Combat Team 1, under 2nd Marine Division (Forward), which serves as the ground combat element in Helmand. The mission of the division is to partner with Afghan National Security Forces to conduct counterinsurgency operations to secure the Afghan people, defeat insurgent forces, and enable ANSF to assume security responsibilities in the region. Ultimately, the partnered forces promote the expansion of stability, development and legitimate governance.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan — Lance Cpl. Robert Lemonte speaks to a local shop owner during a security patrol here, May 25. The Mansfield Ind., native is a squad leader in Charlie Company, 1st battalion 3rd Marine Regiment. He has been nicknamed “the little mayor of the Safar Bazaar” because of his ability to interact with the local people. His relationship with the local community is a model for how 1/3 wants its Marines to interact with the local people here.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan — Lance Cpl. Robert Lemonte walks across the street to a shop owner he knows during a security patrol here, May 25.

trikora88

06-03-2011, 11:16 PM

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Charles Mabry, a combat cameraman with the 2nd Marine Division Combat Camera, records video while working with Marines with the 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion on patrol near Combat Outpost Castle, Helmand province, Afghanistan, on May 30, 2011. The Marines patrolled the area to show continued presence and to provide security for the area. DoD photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2nd Class Clinton W. Runyon, U.S. Marine Corps. (Released)

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Charles Hayes, with the 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, leads a patrol near Combat Outpost Castle, Helmand province, Afghanistan, on May 30, 2011. The Marines patrolled the area to show continued presence and to provide security for the area. DoD photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2nd Class Clinton W. Runyon, U.S. Marine Corps. (Released)

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U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Daniel Strumlok, a 2nd Marine Division information operations officer working with the 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, provides security while on patrol near Combat Outpost Castle, Helmand province, Afghanistan, on May 30, 2011. The Marines patrolled the area to show continued presence and to provide security for the area. DoD photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2nd Class Clinton W. Runyon, U.S. Marine Corps. (Released)

khalifah

06-04-2011, 02:13 AM

^intel officer outside the wire?

Interesting, perhaps its just that the cameras just follow the Infantry around Afghanistan,

trikora88

06-06-2011, 07:08 AM

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6/3/2011 By Pfc. Sean Dennison

2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Fwd)

Marine Attack Squadron 513 airframe mechanics clean one of the squadron's AV-8B Harriers at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, June 3. Keeping Harriers free of Afghanistan's fine sand, often called moon dust by Marines, helps ensure the multimillion dollar jets are ready on a moment's notice. We haven't been seeing anything yet, said Staff Sgt. Aaron Palacios, the VMA-513 airframe division chief and San Bernadino, Calif., native. Being this weather is similar to Yuma, I don't think things will get too crazy.

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6/3/2011 By Pfc. Sean Dennison

2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Fwd)

Marine Attack Squadron 513 airframe mechanics clean one of the squadron's AV-8B Harriers at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, June 3. Keeping Harriers free of Afghanistan's fine sand, often called moon dust by Marines, helps ensure the multimillion dollar jets are ready on a moment's notice. We haven't been seeing anything yet, said Staff Sgt. Aaron Palacios, the VMA-513 airframe division chief and San Bernadino, Calif., native. Being this weather is similar to Yuma, I don't think things will get too crazy.

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6/3/2011 By Pfc. Sean Dennison

2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (Fwd)

Durham, N.C., native, sprays the underside of one of the squadron's AV-8B Harriers at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, June 3. Keeping Harriers free of Afghanistan's fine sand, often called moon dust by Marines, helps ensure the multimillion dollar jets are ready on a moment's notice. We haven't been seeing anything yet, said Staff Sgt. Aaron Palacios, the VMA-513 airframe division chief and San Bernadino, Calif., native. Being this weather is similar to Yuma, I don't think things will get too crazy.

Lord Helmet

06-06-2011, 08:11 AM

^intel officer outside the wire?

Interesting, perhaps its just that the cameras just follow the Infantry around Afghanistan,

Theres all kinds of attachments that every once in a while go outside the wire to do whatever they need to do. Either be go talk to some elders or try to seal some deals with some of the locals, etc, etc.

trikora88

06-08-2011, 02:45 AM

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Lance Cpl. Kyle M. Rowe, a Marine Attack Squadron 513 ordnance technician and Troy, Ohio, native, signals to Lance Cpl. Peter E. Clary, also a VMA-513 ordnance technician and Moscow, Idaho, native, to disarm the other side of an AV-8B Harrier at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, June 6.

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Lance Cpl. Peter E. Clary, left, a Moscow, Idaho, native, and Lance Cpl. Kyle M. Rowe, of Troy, Ohio, both Marine Attack Squadron 513 ordnance technicians, rush to arm two of the squadron’s AV-8B Harriers before they take off for a combat mission from Kandahar Airfield, June 6.

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Lance Cpl. Peter E. Clary, at left under aircraft, a Moscow, Idaho, native; Lance Cpl. Kyle M. Rowe, a Troy, Ohio, native; and Cpl. Zachary G. Mills, an Orlando, Fla., native, all Marine Attack Squadron 513 ordnance technicians, disarm one of the squadron’s AV-8B Harriers before it returns to the docking area at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, June 6.

Ghelp

06-09-2011, 06:08 PM

Hayuut!!! Range is a ablaze Check fire check fire!

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Ghelp

06-09-2011, 06:11 PM

To the rear! March

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HollywoodMarine

06-09-2011, 06:13 PM

What happened? Hot brass under the shirt? p-)

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trikora88

06-10-2011, 09:12 AM

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ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia -- Marines and Sailors with Landing Force Company and Marines with Korps Marinir, 6th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, Tentara National Indonesia, make their way to martial arts training May 27, their first day of bilateral training.

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ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia – Lance Cpl. Alfred Castaneda a rifleman with 3rd Platoon, Landing Force Company, demonstrates a combat glide during Military Operations in Urban Terrain training with Marines from Korps Marinir, 6th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, Tentara National Indonesia.

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ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia – Lance Cpl. Alfred Castaneda a rifleman with 3rd Platoon, Landing Force Company, demonstrates a combat glide during Military Operations in Urban Terrain training with Marines from Korps Marinir, 6th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, Tentara National Indonesia.

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ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia – Marines from Korps Marinir, 6th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, Tentara National Indonesia, practice combat gliding during Military Operations in Urban Terrain training with U.S. Marines with Landing Force Company May 27. The Marines and Sailors are participating in Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2011.

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ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia — Gunnery Sgt. Victor Lopez, the platoon sergeant for Weapons Platoon, Landing Force Company, uses a white board to explain urban sniper camouflaging techniques to Indonesian Marines May 29.

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ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia — Indonesian Marines are familiarized with the M-82 Special Application Scoped Rifle during sniper training with U.S. Marines from Landing Force Company May 29. After instruction, the Indonesian Marines fired the rifle.

trikora88

06-10-2011, 11:07 AM

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5/25/2011 By Lance Cpl. Ammon W. Carter

Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command 29 Palms

Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 trainin in searching for improvised explosive devices as a part of Enhanced Mojave Viper, pre-deployment training, May 25, 2011, at Marine Air-Ground Training Center Twentynine Palms, Calif. The Marines are conducting counter IED training in preparation for combat logistics patrols during RCT-5's upcoming deployment to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. As the first regimental combat team to participate in EMV, RCT-5 will fine tune its command and control capabilities during this combined arms exercise.

KEEPER0311

06-10-2011, 11:36 AM

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Yut! How'd they manage to get pictures of this bag p-)

HollywoodMarine

06-10-2011, 11:41 AM

Yut! How'd they manage to get pictures of this bag p-)
I take it he's from Golf 2/23, and goes by a screen name of Keeper0311. :roll:

ubermensche

06-10-2011, 01:16 PM

To the rear! March

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Had a nice dream there?

Ghelp

06-10-2011, 09:10 PM

Thats you Keeper? Any libo? If so do share.

KEEPER0311

06-10-2011, 09:19 PM

I take it he's from Golf 2/23, and goes by a screen name of Keeper0311. :roll:

Not me, but he's from my unit. Luckily I didn't end up on the LFCRAT.

0497

06-11-2011, 07:37 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gu4cCQLbD-E&NR

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ddCD-6ahXs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sVPc3FLhDU

MAFIAxMaverick

06-11-2011, 04:50 PM

Really great photos. Thank you all again!

Just curious if anyone's got pics of any FMF Corpsmen out there in the field with the Marines!

HollywoodMarine

06-11-2011, 04:52 PM

Just curious if anyone's got pics of any FMF Corpsmen out there in the field with the Marines!
They are on here, but you'll have to search this thread to find them.

trikora88

06-12-2011, 10:09 AM

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Members of the U.S. Marines Corps 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance fire a mortar from a Light Armored Vehicle at targets down range at Camp Dra near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 22 May 2011.

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U.S. Marine Corps M1A1 Abrams tank crews from the 4th Tank Battalion drive and fire at targets down range at Camp Dra near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 22 May 2011.

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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Corporal Nicholas, Munitions Loader, 4th Tank Battalion, loads a tank round during training at Camp Dra near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 24 May 2011.

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U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Brandon Herrinton, Tank Commander, 4th Tank Battalion, yells for the gunner to fire during training at Cap Draa near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 24 May 2011.

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U.S. Marine Corps Corporal William Tate, 4th Tank Battalion, searches for targets during training at Camp Dra near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 24 May 2011.

Elsewhere

06-14-2011, 02:17 AM

Hope that the US back to Cam Ranh bay and Subic bay again

JC0352

06-14-2011, 10:15 AM

Hope that the US back to Cam Ranh bay and Subic bay again

What?

10 characters

HollywoodMarine

06-14-2011, 10:25 AM

Exactly as JC mentioned.

Hope that the US back to Cam Ranh bay and Subic bay again
What does your freggin post have to do with this thread? Go away!

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trikora88

06-14-2011, 10:32 AM

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A member of the U.S. Marine Corps 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance makes corrections to his sites as he sites in his M-4 carbine at Camp Dra near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 21 May 2011.

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Members of the U.S. Marines Corps Light Armored Reconnaissance fire mortars at targets down range at Camp Dra near the city of TanTan, Morocco, during Exercise African Lion, 22 May 2011.

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HollywoodMarine

06-14-2011, 10:36 AM

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vor033

06-14-2011, 02:09 PM

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SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Cpl. Micah D. Carlton, a squad leader and designated marksman for the 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, kneels during a patrol. “It is important for us to set in security halts and observe the area on patrol so that we can establish a baseline from what we see in the area,” said Carlton.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/acc6e80c.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Austin W. Strecker, a point man for the 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, observes fields and compounds during a halt while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan. “As the point man I am the first guy to come across and find the IEDs, so I am really good about being careful and investigating hits (with the metal detector),” said Strecker. “I really care about my job and making sure the Marines make it home safe”. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/986125b5.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Austin W. Strecker, a point man for the 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sights in on suspicious movement in a nearby tree line during a halt while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan. His duties also include setting the Marines into security positions when the patrol halts to speak with local villagers.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/0e6f62af.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Austin W. Strecker, a point man for the 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sweeps a compound entrance for improvised explosive devices with a metal detector while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan. “When everyone makes it back at the end of the day, I really feel like I had a big part in it,” said Strecker.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/43202c3a.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Austin W. Strecker, a point man and rifleman for the 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, sights in on a potential spotter in an opposing tree line during a halt while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan. “Insurgents like to spot Marines on patrol and look for patterns that they can exploit and use against us,” said Strecker. “So it is important not to set patterns out there.” Strecker, 18, is from Derby, Kan., and is a 2010 graduate of St. John’s Military School in Salina.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/5ce17066.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Cpl. Micah D. Carlton, a squad leader and designated marksman for 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, talks to local villagers in Sareagear while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/62e0b720.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Cpl. Micah D. Carlton, a squad leader and designated marksman for 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, talks to local villagers in Sareagear while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/5d2a158f.jpg

SANGIN, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan - Cpl. Micah D. Carlton, a squad leader and designated marksman for 81 mm Mortar Platoon, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, talks to local villagers in Sareagear while on patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan.

vor033

06-14-2011, 02:25 PM

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U.S. Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 Fire Support Coordination Center conducting Fire Support Coordination Exercise 1 Bravo during Enhanced Mojave Viper aboard Marine Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., May 31, 2011. The Marines are conducting joint training with 1st Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and 2nd Battalion 10th Marine Regiment, in preparation for RCT-5's upcoming deployment to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. As the first regimental combat team to participate in EMV, RCT-5 will fine tune its command and control capabilities during this combined arms exercise.

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U.S. Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 Fire Support Coordination Center conducting Fire Support Coordination Exercise 1 Bravo during Enhanced Mojave Viper aboard Marine Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., May 31, 2011. The Marines are conducting joint training with 1st Battalion 6th Marine Regiment and 2nd Battalion 10th Marine Regiment, in preparation for RCT-5's upcoming deployment to Helmand Province, Afghanistan. As the first regimental combat team to participate in EMV, RCT-5 will fine tune its command and control capabilities during this combined arms exercise.

vor033

06-14-2011, 02:27 PM

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U.S. Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 conduct the day and night portion of their Table 3 rifle marksmanship training during Enhanced Mojave Viper aboard Marine Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, Calif., June 3, 2011. As the first regimental combat team to participate in EMV, RCT-5 will fine tune its command and control capabilities during this combined arms exercise

vor033

06-14-2011, 02:30 PM

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Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Whidbey Island via fastrope from a MH-60S Seahawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28 during a simulated vessel board, search and seizure exercise. Marines conduct VBSS training operations before certification during the deployment to enhance mission capabilities. The Marines and Sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU's ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force.Part 1

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Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Whidbey Island via fastrope from a MH-60S Seahawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28 during a simulated vessel board, search and seizure exercise. Marines conduct VBSS training operations before certification during the deployment to enhance mission capabilities. The Marines and Sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU's ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force.Part 2

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Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Whidbey Island via fast rope from a MH-60S Seahawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28 during a simulated vessel board, search and seizure exercise. Marines conduct VBSS training operations before certification during the deployment to enhance mission capabilities. The Marines and Sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU's ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force.Part 3

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Marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit board the USS Whidbey Island via fast rope from a MH-60S Seahawk with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 28 during a simulated vessel board, search and seizure exercise. Marines conduct VBSS training operations before certification during the deployment to enhance mission capabilities. The Marines and Sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Ready Group and will continue to train and improve the MEU's ability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. Part 4

Red_Fern

06-15-2011, 12:54 AM

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The Marines are wearing ACH-type helmets now? What happened to the LWH?

Ratamacue

06-15-2011, 01:01 AM

The Marines are wearing ACH-type helmets now? What happened to the LWH?Seen a few photo series lately with Marines wearing MICH helmets in-country, and I'm not quite sure what's up. We still all get issued the LWH stateside, so I don't know if the Corps is beginning a shift towards the MICH or what. They may just be trialing it with one or a few units in Afghanistan and seeing which Marines prefer. Last I hear, MARCORSYSCOM was still participating in the Enhanced Combat Helmet program (with the intent to begin fielding it this fall), which is supposed to have a shape similar to the MICH but provide ballistic protection against rifle rounds, rather than just shrapnel as with the PASGT/MICH/LWH.

HollywoodMarine

06-15-2011, 01:02 AM

The Marines are wearing ACH-type helmets now? What happened to the LWH?
We wear both, as well as a few others.

Red_Fern

06-15-2011, 01:07 AM

Thanks for the info!

trikora88

06-15-2011, 10:14 AM

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US Marines from 3rd Battalion 9th Marines Kodiak Company walk during a patrol at Kote Tazagul area in Marjah district in Helmand Province on May 24, 2011. US lawmakers saw momentum for political reconciliation in Afghanistan in the wake of Osama bin Laden's death, but voiced fear that the fight against extremism was floundering in Pakistan. Senator John Kerry, who recently visited the region, said US forces' killing of bin Laden in Pakistan along with 'security gains' in the Taliban's historic stronghold of southern Afghanistan 'have created some political space'.

HollywoodMarine

06-15-2011, 10:25 AM

US Marines from 3rd Battalion 9th Marines Kodiak Company...
Must be some heavy Kodiak "dip" users in that Company.

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JC0352

06-15-2011, 10:47 AM

...Last I hear, MARCORSYSCOM was still participating in the Enhanced Combat Helmet program (with the intent to begin fielding it this fall), which is supposed to have a shape similar to the MICH but provide ballistic protection against rifle rounds, rather than just shrapnel as with the PASGT/MICH/LWH.

Thanks for the info!

In case anyone's interested: http://militarytimes.com/blogs/gearscout/tag/usmc/

Military gear aficionados are well aware that the push to develop a new, plastic helmet better able to withstand 7.62mm ammunition has faced several snags in the last year, leaving the Marine Corps and Army in a holding pattern.
Less known: It isn’t just the development of the Enhanced Combat Helmet that’s throwing a wrench in the Corps’ plans. The Corps also is working around lengthy acquisition delays for its existing domepiece, the Lightweight Helmet.

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Marines with 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, are qualifying to become diving supervisors during the Diving Supervisor’s Course off the northeast coast of Camp Schwab June 7. The three-week long course has drills on each type of dive and focuses on everything the candidates need to know in order to oversee diving operations.

JC0352

06-16-2011, 01:36 PM

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Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force (MRF), clear rooms with simulated hostile targets during an MRF training course here June 15. The training is part of a large-scale MEU field exercise, it's first since coming together in May.

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Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force (MRF), practice entering compounds over walls during an MRF training course here June 15. The training is part of a large-scale MEU field exercise, its first since coming together in May.

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Lance Cpl. Benjamin V. Stout, a Barnsville, Minn. native and machine gunner with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force (MRF), assists machine gunner Lance Cpl. Josh M. Tasior from Dallas, as they hold security on the outer cordon of a target site during an MRF training course here June 15. The security provided by the cordon allows other Marines to safely clear buildings of possible threats.

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Company K Marines Lance Cpl. Jackie Donkhong, left, and Cpl. Michael J. Rosekelly rehearse security before a nighttime raid at an urban training town here June 14. The rifle company is one of three in Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The unit recently began its first full-scale exercise since forming a complete Marine air-ground task force in May. Donkhong, 20, is from Minneapolis. Rosekelly, 20, is from Deland, Fla.

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Service members with Company K, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, review a map of an urban training town before a nighttime raid exercise here June 14. The Marines acted as the assault element, clearing buildings and engaging enemy targets.

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Marines with Company K rehearse before conducting a nighttime raid at an urban training town here June 14. The rifle company is one of three in Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The unit recently began its first full-scale exercise since forming a complete Marine air-ground task force in May.

KEEPER0311

06-17-2011, 12:40 AM

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khalifah

06-17-2011, 01:23 AM

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Nice one Keeper, thanks for sharing.

a quiet, humble, character he is and may the Fallen Marine Rest In Peace.

trikora88

06-17-2011, 09:30 AM

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US Marine Lance Corporal James Copenhaver from Combat Operation Patrol (COP) Bandini of 2nd Batallion 8 Marine (2/8) Weapons Company 81's Platoon stands guard on his armored vehicle at COP Wilson in Sistani, Helmand Province, on May 9, 2011.

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US Marine Gunner Vincent Pope (C) from Weapon Trainning and Employment briefs Marines from Combat Operation Patrol (COP) Bandini of 2nd Batallion 8 Marine (2/8) Weapons Company 81's Platoon after they shot targets to zeroing their rifles' scopes at COP Wilson in Sistani, Helmand Province, on May 9, 2011.

Caffeinated

06-17-2011, 07:49 PM

These pics include my son, a Marine squad leader in Afghanistan.
If I'm doing this wrong, please let me know.

I've talked to Aaron about his little squad patrol base on the hill, no electricity, no hot food except what the ANA cooks. I asked him if he has any trouble with mice, he said no, the snakes keep the mice away...
He wanted to be a grunt, he got it, lol.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan —Marines of 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company walk away from their patrol base during a security patrol here, June 7. During the patrol, the squad found an improvised explosive device. The squad has encountered three IEDs, the most of any squad in 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment during their deployment so far. The battalion supports Regimental Combat Team 1, under 2nd Marine Division (Forward), which serves as the ground combat element in Helmand. The mission of the division is to partner with Afghan National Security Forces to conduct counterinsurgency operations to secure the Afghan people, defeat insurgent forces, and enable ANSF to assume security responsibilities in the region. Ultimately, the partnered forces promote the expansion of stability, development and legitimate governance

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan — Lance Cpl. Aaron Ferencik shakes the hand of a local elder during a security patrol here, June 7. Ferencik, a native of Denver, is the squad leader of 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan —Lance Cpl. Dominique Holliday talks to an Afghan boy while providing security during a security patrol here, June 7. Holliday, a native of Chicago, is a rifleman with 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan — Lance Cpl. Scott Knapp sickles through a haystack during a security patrol here, June 7. Knapp, a native of Orlando, Fla., is a dog handler with 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan — Lance Cpls. Aaron Ferencik and Bryan Schuler notify units in the surrounding area that their squad found an improvised explosive device during a security patrol here, June 7. Ferencik, a native of Denver, is the squad leader of 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company. Schuler, a native of Tampa Bay, Fla., is a team leader with 3rd Squad.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan —Lance Cpl. Bryan Schuler calls for explosive ordnance disposal support over the radio during a security patrol here, June 7. Schuler, a native of Tampa Bay, Fla., is a team leader with 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan —Lance Cpl. Ryan Maloney watches a controlled detonation of an improvised explosive device during a security patrol here, June 7. Maloney, a native of Milford, Penn., is a team leader with 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan —An Afghanistan National Army soldier wades through a canal during a security patrol with 3rd Squad, 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company here, June 7. The ANA soldier was with the squad when they found an improvised explosive device.

HollywoodMarine

06-17-2011, 08:35 PM

These pics include my son, a Marine squad leader in Afghanistan.
If I'm doing this wrong, please let me know.
You did well posting on here. Tell Aaron he's now famous on this site. Send him our best wishes and hope he someday posts on here as a member of the Mean Green Machine.

Semper Fi!
Hollywood Marine ;)

Caffeinated

06-18-2011, 12:06 AM

Thanks! And I will.
Steve

Caffeinated

06-18-2011, 11:34 AM

Here are some more. These don't have captions. Aaron told me they had a guy from Combat Camera follow them on a patrol, these pics must be ones he didn't use in his story. They were posted on the unit Facebook page.

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santana

06-18-2011, 12:32 PM

great pictures thanks for posting and sharing over here!!!!

ChewyChunx

06-18-2011, 02:04 PM

Great video, I live two miles from Lincroft. Definitely going to pay him a visit.

vor033

06-20-2011, 06:56 PM

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Marines with AAV platoon, Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a training exercise at Red Beach here June 17. The exercise is in preparation for the unit's upcoming deployment.

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Marines with AAV platoon, Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct pre-water operation checks on assault amphibian vehicles here June 17. The exercise is in preparation for the unit's upcoming deployment.

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Marines with Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a training exercise on Red Beach here June 17. The exercise is in preparation for the unit's upcoming deployment

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Marines with Lima Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a training exercise on Red Beach here June 17. The exercise is in preparation for the unit's upcoming deployment.

vor033

06-20-2011, 08:19 PM

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A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force fast ropes from a CH-46E Sea Knight during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircraft.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/d3476b50.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force fast ropes from a CH-46E Sea Knight during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircraft.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/5b870005.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force fast ropes from a CH-46E Sea Knight during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircraft.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/8a0930ab.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force fast ropes from a CH-46E Sea Knight during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircraft.

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Lance Cpl. Justin Wiley, a Coleman, Texas native and forward observer with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force, steadies a rope under a CH-46E Sea Knight as Marines from the unit prepare to fast rope during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircraft.

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Lance Cpl. Justin Wiley, a Coleman, Texas native and forward observer with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force, straightens a rope attached to a CH-46E Sea Knight in preparation for Marines with the unit to fast rope during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircrafthttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/eb766b63.jpg

Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force move to a CH-46E Sea Knight to practice fast roping during an MRF training course June 17. Fast roping is a technique used to quickly descend into a target site without landing the aircraft.

vor033

06-20-2011, 08:47 PM

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Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element, carry fellow Marines with simulated injuries to a CH-46E helicopter after conducting a helicopter raid on an urban training environment here June 16. The Marines are training for their deployment later this year.

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Gunnery Sgt. Jason D. Walker calls in a notional casualty evacuation request during a raid course here June 16. Walker is with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground combat element for the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

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Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element, carry fellow Marines with simulated injuries to a CH-46E helicopter after conducting a helicopter raid on an urban training environment here June 16. The Marines are training for their deployment later this year.

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Lance Cpl. Pedro Mariscal carries a fellow Marine during a simulated helicopter raid on a training village here June 16. Mariscal serves with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element.

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Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element, position themselves to assault an enemy in an urban training environment during a raid course here June 16. The Marines are training for their deployment later this year.

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Gunnery Sgt. Jason D. Walker calls in a simulated casualty evacuation request during a raid course here June 16. Walker is with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ground combat element.

trikora88

06-22-2011, 09:46 AM

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6/20/2011 By Cpl. Gene Allen Ainsworth III

11th MEU

Company I Marines ride in a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter after recovering a simulated downed pilot here June 20. Company I is one of three rifle companies in Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Pilots from the unit's aviation combat element, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) flew six helicopters during the mission.

santana

06-23-2011, 05:19 PM

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A soldier attached to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security outside of a village during a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, patrol through a village during a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible. (Official U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kyle McNally/Released)

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A Marine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, looks out from the back of an M-ATV during a simulated convoy as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command M-ATV rolls across the desert during a simulated convoy as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command M-ATV rolls toward the mountains during a simulated convoy as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A Marine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, speaks with an Afghan role player during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provide security during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provide security during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A Marine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A Marine sniper with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security from the back of an M-ATV during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A Marine sniper with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security from the back of an M-ATV during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

vor033

06-24-2011, 12:39 AM

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U.S. Marine Corps 1st Sgt. Michael P. Edwards pulls the lanyard on a 120 mm mortar system, causing it to fire June 21. Edwards, a Rome, N.Y., native, serves as the first sergeant for Battery K. The battery provides artillery and indirect fire for Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The unit is training with the Expeditionary Fire Support System for an upcoming deployment later this year.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/56e4f9f7.jpg

Lance Cpl. Tracy D. Strickland records information for firing 120 mm mortars June 21. Strickland, an Indianapolis native, serves with Battery K, which provides artillery and indirect fire for Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/491721e1.jpg

Cpl. Sloane A. Toll pulls the lanyard on a 120 mm mortar system, causing it to fire June 21. Toll, a Port Angeles, Wash., native, serves with Battery K, which provides artillery and indirect fire for Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4d6b4b85.jpg

Cpl. Manuel E. Soto loads a 120mm mortar June 21. Soto, an El Paso, Texas, native, serves with Battery K, which provides artillery and indirect fire for Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/0ba8e61d.jpg

Marines with Battery K fire 120 mm mortars June 21. The battery provides artillery and indirect fire for Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

gunman

06-24-2011, 10:30 AM

AH-1Z Viper

http://img32.imageshack.us/img32/4935/ah1zviperattackhelicopt.jpg

More (1024x768) (http://worldwide-defence.blogspot.com/2011/06/ah-1z-viper-attack-close-air-support.html)

khalifah

06-24-2011, 12:25 PM

Se-xy......

Dankster

06-24-2011, 12:38 PM

http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/3150/418931.jpg (http://img29.imageshack.us/i/418931.jpg/)

Badass :D dddd

santana

06-24-2011, 02:45 PM

gunman Sorry that I didnt gave you before the propper link for the US Marines Thread, that chopper looks amazing here in the right thread!!!!!!!!!p-)

gunman

06-24-2011, 03:22 PM

gunman Sorry that I didnt gave you before the propper link for the US Marines Thread, that chopper looks amazing here in the right thread!!!!!!!!!p-)

No problem, and thanks again for the link!!!

HollywoodMarine

06-25-2011, 05:30 AM

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khalifah

06-25-2011, 11:05 AM

Super-moto-video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itCpdEXwp0k

gunman

06-25-2011, 02:37 PM

UH-1Y Venom

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More (1024x768) (http://worldwide-defence.blogspot.com/2011/06/uh-1y-venom-helicopter-us-marines.html)

santana

06-25-2011, 05:57 PM

US Marines Corps and Colombian Marines in training drills in the Colombian Coast

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OG.d.R. Timmy

06-26-2011, 04:30 AM

nice pictures

muttbutt

06-26-2011, 04:19 PM

Mate please stop spamming every thread with the same thing...

KEEPER0311

06-27-2011, 02:52 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4JieM0zYMI

"Who knows who's John Glenn is? **** it, we ain't got time." "Oldest man to go back into space, cause he's a PT GOD!"

HollywoodMarine

06-27-2011, 01:28 PM

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REMOV

06-28-2011, 09:00 AM

USMC 5,56-mm light machine gun M27 IAR (HK416D165RS) in Afghanistan

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Ratamacue

06-28-2011, 09:03 AM

At least they put a decent bipod on there.

gunman

06-29-2011, 12:35 PM

Force Protection Receives $71.3 Million in Awards for Additional Buffalo Vehicles and Field Service Representative Support

U.S. Army Orders 56 Buffalo Route Clearance Vehicles
U.S. Marine Corps Contracts for Six Month Extension of 55 FSRs

LADSON, S.C., June 28, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --
Force Protection Industries, Inc., a FORCE PROTECTION, INC. (NASDAQ: FRPT) group company, today announced it has received two awards totaling $71.3 million.
The first award is a firm fixed price modification under contract W56HZV-08-C-0028 totaling $63.8 million from U.S. Army Contracting Command for delivery of 56 Buffalo Mine Protected Clearance Vehicles. Work will be performed in Ladson and is expected to begin in January 2012 and be completed by July 31, 2012.

More (http://worldwide-defence.blogspot.com/2011/06/force-protection-receives-713-million.html)

USMC29

06-29-2011, 02:22 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4JieM0zYMI

"Who knows who's John Glenn is? **** it, we ain't got time." "Oldest man to go back into space, cause he's a PT GOD!"

You will now have this stuck in your head for a long time. Thanks for reminding me.

KEEPER0311

06-29-2011, 04:30 PM

Sentence Structure for Marines. p-)

trikora88

06-30-2011, 09:16 AM

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6/29/2011 By Lance Cpl Steve Acuff

31st MEU

A U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswains Mate guides a pair of U.S. Marine AH-1 Cobras with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, after landing aboard the flight deck of U.S.S. Essex (LHD-2). Flight operations were conducted throughout the day in preparation for exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011 is a biennial training activity aimed at improving and validating the Australian Defense Force and the United States combat readiness and interoperability as a combined joint task force.

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6/29/2011 By Lance Cpl Steve Acuff

31st MEU

Sgt. Maj. Russel A. Strack, the Sergeant Major of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, observes flight operations aboard the flight deck of the U.S.S. Essex (LHD-2). Flight operations were being conducted in preparation for exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. TS11 demonstrates the United States and Australian commitment to their military alliance, and enhances stability and security throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The 31st MEU is the only continually forward-deployed MEU, and remains the nation's force-in-readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

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6/29/2011 By Lance Cpl. Garry J. Welch

31st MEU

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced) prepares to land on USS Essex (LHD 2) during flight operations, June 29. Helicopters with HMM 265 (REIN) were flown aboard throughout the day, and are scheduled to provide support during exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. TS11 demonstrates the United States and Australian commitment to their military alliance, and enhances stability and security throughout the Asia-Pacific region. The 31st MEU is the only continually forward-deployed MEU, and remains the nation's force-in-readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.

trikora88

06-30-2011, 09:16 AM

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6/25/2011 By Cpl. Dwight A. Henderson

22nd MEU

A Spanish Piranha, right, from 9th Mechanized Company, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, passes by an amphibian assault vehicle, left, with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, during a mechanized raid aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25, 2011. The training was part of the Spanish Amphibious Bilateral Exercise, a 10-day exercise where Marines from 22nd MEU are training alongside Spanish Marines to build relations and increase interoperability with the Spanish. The Marines and sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Squadron 6 aboard the USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group serving as a flexible, formidable and potent force who continues to train and improve their capability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. The 22nd MEU is a multi-mission, capable force comprised of an Aviation Combat Element, Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 263 (Reinforced); a Logistics Combat Element, Combat Logistics Battalion 22; a Ground Combat Element, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment; and its Combat Element.

trikora88

06-30-2011, 10:18 PM

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A U.S. Marine arrives with his sniffer dog at Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, June 30, 2011.

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U.S. Marines arrive with their sniffer dogs at the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, June 30, 2011.

trikora88

07-02-2011, 01:02 AM

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A makeshift Improvised Explosive Device (IED) warning placard is seen in front of a U.S. Marines armoured vehicle with a mine roller near the Patrol Base Pickard in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 1, 2011.

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An Afghan man rides a motorcycle past U.S. Marines near the Patrol Base Montana in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 1, 2011.

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Andrew Gourgoumis, a U.S. Marines Captain and commander of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, listens to a village elder near the Patrol Base Montana in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 1, 2011.

vor033

07-02-2011, 04:14 AM

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Sgt. Josh Sutherland, an entry member with the Special Reaction Team, Military Police Department, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, kicks in a door to clear a room with fellow SRT member Cpl. Alexander Williams during SRT training at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, June 28, 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/605d10ed.jpg

Cpl. Michael Lacson, an entry member with the Special Reaction Team, Marine Corps Base Hawaii Military Police Department, (left) waits for the command to exit the room during room clearing operations at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, June 28, 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/c161f8f4.jpg

John Supple, Special Reaction Team leader, Military Police Department, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, holds his weapon at the ready while practicing room clearing at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, June 28, 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b6c1b056.jpg

Lance Cpl. Joshua Mazurek, an entry member with the Special Reaction Team, Military Police Department, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, leads fellow SRT members toward an abandoned building during room clearing operations at Marine Corps Training Area Bellows, Hawaii, June 28, 2011.

vor033

07-02-2011, 04:15 AM

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Marines, with 1st Battalion, 25th Marines Regiment, Alpha Company, learn how to handle and operate foreign weapons during a foreign weapons course with the Advisor Training Group at Range 314 here, June 30. The Advisor Training Group instructs deploying Marines on weapons like the Singular Valve Decompression Rifle, Kalashnikov’s Machinegun-Modernized rifle and the AK-47.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/15fe2a10.jpg

Lance Cpl. Thomas Smyth, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 25th Marines Regiment, Alpha Company, prepares to fire an AK-47 during a foreign weapons course with the Advisor Training Group at Range 314 here, June 30. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/19fd7fc4.jpg

Lance Cpl. Thomas Smyth, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 25th Marines Regiment, Alpha Company, prepares to fire an AK-47 during a foreign weapons course with the Advisor Training Group at Range 314 here, June 30. The training gives Marines a basic understanding of weapons like the Singular Valve Decompression Rifle, Kalashnikov’s Machinegun-Modernized rifle and the AK-47.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/24e771eb.jpg

Lance Cpl. Justin Vandershaaf, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 25th Marines Regiment, Alpha Company, fires an AK-47 during a foreign weapons course with the Advisor Training Group at Range 314 here, June 30. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/8586f8bd.jpg

Lance Cpl. Justin Vandershaaf, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 25th Marines Regiment, Alpha Company, loads and prepares to fire an AK-47 assault rifle during a foreign weapons course with the Advisor Training Group at Range 314 here, June 30. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/35a306a6.jpg

Lance Cpl. Justin Vandershaaf, a rifleman with 1st Battalion, 25th Marines Regiment, Alpha Company, prepares to fire an AK-47 assault rifle during a foreign weapons course with the Advisor Training Group at Range 314 here, June 30.

vor033

07-02-2011, 08:58 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rzksd-oAbKE

Video of U.S. Marines with 3rd Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, Regimental Combat Team 8 and the Afghan Uniformed Police patrolling to Kowtayzay village to establish a patrol base in Sangin, Afghanistan, June 11, 2011

Dave76

07-02-2011, 01:30 PM

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Lance Cpl. Blas Trevino, of the 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, shouts out as he is boards a medevac helicopter from the U.S. Army's Task Force Lift "Dust Off", Charlie Company 1-214 Aviation Regiment, after he was shot in the stomach outside Sangin, in southern Afghanistan, on Saturday, June 11, 2011. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)http://img26.imageshack.us/img26/4417/trevinowia5thmarines02.jpg

Lance Cpl. Blas Trevino clutches his rosary beads as he is rescued onto a medevac helicopter from the U.S. Army's Task Force Lift "Dust Off", Charlie Company 1-214 Aviation Regiment after he was shot in the stomach, on Saturday, June 11, 2011. The Army's "Dust Off" crew needed two attempts to get him out, as they were fired upon and took five rounds in the tail of their aircraft. (AP Photo/Anja Niedringhaus)Speedy recovery Marine!

Wilco

07-02-2011, 02:15 PM

Bad thing with plate carriers is that they leave alot of the lower stomach exposed.

REMOV

07-02-2011, 02:29 PM

http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2c9a2d45.jpg

http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/15fe2a10.jpg

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http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/35a306a6.jpgThose are not AK-47s, but Polish 7,62-mm kbkg wz. 1960 assault rifles and I think I know the guy who sold it to the marines ;)

KEEPER0311

07-02-2011, 02:33 PM

Same thing...

REMOV

07-02-2011, 04:23 PM

Not quite, take a look at the buttstock ;)

Anthony91

07-02-2011, 04:30 PM

Not to be blunt, i'm pretty sure your average Marine, soldier, or civilian for the matter can neither identify nor care about the slight differences in AK-47/AKM variants.

Leaper

07-02-2011, 04:33 PM

Nor does your average Marine, soldier, or civilian for the matter want you to quote ALL the pics againski

REMOV

07-02-2011, 04:44 PM

Not to be blunt, i'm pretty sure your average Marine, soldier, or civilian for the matter can neither identify nor care about the slight differences in AK-47/AKM variants.So what? Do you want to level of discussion of the whole MilitaryPhotos.net to the Average Joe or Marine level? ;)

Anthony91

07-02-2011, 04:46 PM

So what? Do you want to level of discussion of the whole MilitaryPhotos.net to the Average Joe or Marine level? ;)

Gearqueer. :p

Ratamacue

07-02-2011, 05:20 PM

Bad thing with plate carriers is that they leave alot of the lower stomach exposed.They provide the same exact plate coverage (i.e. protection from small arms) as the MTV does. You can lengthen the shoulder straps if you really want to drop the plate down over your abdomen, but personally I like to ride it high simply because I find it more comfortable, and I'd rather provide as much protection as possible for my chest.

I want my plate carrier back, bad. The Corps really ought to start CIF issuing them instead of the MTV.

Vince S

07-02-2011, 05:50 PM

Stumbled upon these on DVIDS

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A corpsman attached to 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard in a smoky fog after Marines breach a doorway at the Close Quarter Training course facility, May 12. The CQT course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines and sailors on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and clearing spaces.

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A Marine with 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard at an entryway while other Marines clear the room at a close quarter training course, May 12. The course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and clearing procedures.

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A Marine with 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard at an entryway while other Marines clear the room at a close quarter training course, May 12. The course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and room clearing.

HollywoodMarine

07-02-2011, 10:24 PM

Those are not AK-47s, but Polish 7,62-mm kbkg wz. 1960 assault rifles and I think I know the guy who sold it to the Marines ;)
If it looks like a duck, and quacks like a duck... its an AK-47. p-)

gaijinsamurai

07-02-2011, 10:40 PM

Those are not AK-47s, but Polish 7,62-mm kbkg wz. 1960 assault rifles and I think I know the guy who sold it to the marines ;)

I'm sure you're right, REMOV. However, the term "AK-47" has pretty much become standard nomenclature for all 7.62x39 Kalashnikov rifles, even if they're stamped receiver AKMs, Hungarian AMD-65s, Chicom Type 56s, etc. It used to bother me too, but I got used to it and realized I was fighting a losing battle against the technical inaccuracies.

Thanks for pointing it out. Amongst semi-auto AKs available to us civilians in the US, the Polish imports have great reputations for quality.

vor033

07-03-2011, 12:45 AM

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U.S. Marine artillery cannoneers with Romeo Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, conduct live-fire drills with M777A2 155 mm howitzers as part of Artillery Relocation Training Program 11-1 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area at Combined Area Training Center, Camp Fuji, Japan, June 21. The Marines of 3rd Bn., 12th Marine Regiment, are participating in ARTP 11-1 to maintain operational proficiency in support of the U.S.-Japan security alliance and regional stability.

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U.S. Marines with Romeo Battery, 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, set up a M240B medium machine gun prior to conducting live-fire training with M777A2 155 mm howitzers as part of Artillery Relocation Training Program 11-1 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area June 19

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U.S. Marines with Romeo Battery, 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, construct an ammunition pit for a M777A2 155 mm howitzer prior to conducting live-fire training during ARTP 11-1 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area June 19

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U.S. Marines with Romeo Battery, 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, load M240B medium machine guns during a live-fire crew-served weapons training exercise as part of ARTP 11-1 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area June 18.

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U.S. Marines with Romeo Battery, 3rd Bn., 12th Marines, receive an operations and safety brief on the M240B medium machine gun prior to conducting a live-fire crew-served weapons training range as part of ARTP 11-1 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area June 18.

vor033

07-03-2011, 01:02 AM

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The Combat Rubber Raiding Craft is the boat of choice for the Raiders of Company F. The Marines used the boats to conduct launch and recovery operations June 28.

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Marines with Company F, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare to board the USS Tortuga during launch and recovery operations June 28. Once onboard Tortuga, the Marines turned the boats around and returned to the water.

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A Marine with Company F communicates with USS Tortuga via radio as his boat heads through the surf to White Beach Naval Facility June 28. The Marines and USS Tortuga conducted launch and recovery operations to better equip the Marines for their job once aboard ship.

Full Story:

http://www.dvidshub.net/news/73065/31st-marine-expeditionary-unit-raiders-embrace-amphibious-roots-tactics

vor033

07-03-2011, 01:29 AM

The training was part of the Spanish Amphibious Bilateral Exercise, a 10-day exercise where Marines from 22nd MEU trained alongside Spanish Marines to build relations and increase interoperability with the Spanish. The Marines and sailors of the 22nd MEU are currently deployed with Amphibious Squadron 6 aboard the USS Bataan Amphibious Ready Group serving as a flexible, formidable and potent force who continues to train and improve their capability to operate as a cohesive and effective Marine Air Ground Task Force. The 22nd MEU is a multi-mission, capable force comprised of an Aviation Combat Element, Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 263 (Reinforced); a Logistics Combat Element, Combat Logistics Battalion 22; a Ground Combat Element, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment; and its Combat Element.
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Marines with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare for a patrol during patrol base operations training aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 24.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/480973f0.jpg

A Marine with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, looks out from an observation post during patrol base operations training aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 24, 2011http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/fea9eafc.jpg

Pfc. John S. Brown, a machine gunner with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, sights in on an avenue of approach with his M240G machine gun during patrol base operations training aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 24, 2011http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/33212d14.jpg

A Marine with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, returns from a patrol during patrol base operations training aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 24, 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/ee11dc6b.jpg

U.S. Marines from Light Armored Reconnaissance Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, demonstrate immediate action drills for improvised explosive devices to Spanish marines with Tercer Batallón Mecanizado de Desembarco, translated to Spain's Third Mechanized Landing Battalion, aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7c961bd4.jpg

Spanish Marines with El Tercer Batallón Mecanizado de Desembarco, translated to Spain's Third Mechanized Landing Battalion, practice immediate action drills for improvised explosive devices aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25, 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3ea5e427.jpg

A light-armored vehicle, left, from Light Armored Reconnaissance Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, and a Spanish Piranha, right, with Reconnaissance Platoon, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, practice immediate action drills for improvised explosive devices aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25, 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b89f71d2.jpg

A Spanish Piranha (right), from 9th Mechanized Company, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, passes by an amphibious assault vehicle assigned to Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, during a mechanized raid. The training is part of the Spanish Amphibious Bilateral Exercise, a 10-day exercise intended to increase interoperability between U.S. and Spanish marines. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4ee8a0e0.jpg

U.S. Marines assigned to Light Armored Reconnaissance Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, demonstrate immediate action drills for improvised explosive devices to Spanish marines assigned to the Spain's Third Mechanized Landing Battalion.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/ad4f8f60.jpg

Frank Rodriguez (left), a Spanish marine assigned to Spain's Third Mechanized Landing Battalion, points out an improvised explosive device indicator to U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Jhosue M. Escate, a squad automatic weapon gunner assigned to Light Armored Reconnaissance Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, during counter improvised explosive device training.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4c46077f.jpg

U.S. Marines assigned to Engineer Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, and Spanish marine engineers, assigned to Spain's 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, practice mine detector techniques through an improvised explosive device lane during counter improvised explosive device training.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3bd7b7b8.jpg

U.S. Marines assigned to Engineer Platoon, Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, and Spanish marine engineers, assigned to Spain's 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, walk through an improvised explosive device lane during counter improvised explosive device training.

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A Spanish Piranha, right, from 9th Mechanized Company, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, passes by an amphibious assault vehicle, left, with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, during a mechanized raid aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25.

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Spanish marines, right, from 9th Mechanized Company, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, and U.S. Marines from Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, control air support during a mechanized raid aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25.

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Spanish marines, right, from 9th Mechanized Company, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, and U.S. Marines from Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, control air support during a mechanized raid aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25.

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Spanish Piranhas from 9th Mechanized Company, 3rd Mechanized Landing Battalion, line up to conduct a mechanized raid with Easy Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, aboard Sierra Del Retin, Spain, June 25.

vor033

07-03-2011, 03:17 AM

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Company I Marines ride in a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter after recovering a simulated downed pilot here June 20. Company I is one of three rifle companies in Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Pilots from the unit’s aviation combat element, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced) flew six helicopters during the mission.

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Pfc. Cheexeng Lee uses a M-240G machine gun to provide security during a training exercise to recover a simulated downed pilot here June 20. Lee, an Appleton, Wis., native, serves with Company I, one of three rifle companies in Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

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Lance Cpl. Tyler J. Jensen patrols a field here while searching for a simulated downed pilot June 20. Jensen, an Albuquerque, N.M., native, serves with Company I, one of three rifle companies in Battalion Landing Team 3/1, the ground-combat element of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

trikora88

07-04-2011, 09:03 AM

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U.S. Marines of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines are silhouetted against the sunset during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers along Helmand river near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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U.S. Marines of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines are silhouetted against sunset during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers along Helmand river near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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Drew Daigle, U.S. Marines Lance Corporal of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, walks across an irrigation canal during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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Drew Daigle, U.S. Marines Lance Corporal of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, aims his machine gun during a joint patrol along Helmand river with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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John Mobley, U.S. Marines Lance Corporal of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines walks across a irrigation canal next to an Afghan farmer during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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John Mobley, U.S. Marines Lance Corporal of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines walks through vegetation along Helmand river during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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Jake Byers, U.S. Marines Corporal of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines jumps across a ditch during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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Jake Byers, U.S. Marines Corporal of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines waves to an Afghan man during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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Jake Byers, U.S. Marines Corporal of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines and an Afghan boy show thumbs up during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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Brett Good, U.S. Marines Lance Corporal of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, rests during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers along Helmand river near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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U.S. Marines of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, walks along Helmand river during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

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U.S. Marines of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines walks along Helmand river during a joint patrol with Afghan National Army (ANA) soldiers near the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 3, 2011.

trikora88

07-04-2011, 10:10 AM

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7/1/2011 By Lance Cpl. Garry J. Welch

31st MEU

As a crewmember of USS Essex (LHD 2) looks on, an AV-8B Harrier aircraft with Marine Attack Squadron 214, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, lands on the flight deck during flight operations June 29. Flight operations were conducted throughout the day in preparation for exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. TS11 will increase interoperability, flexibility, and readiness, all of which are force multipliers in maintaining peace and stability in the Pacific.

razorback 7.62x51

07-04-2011, 12:53 PM

Independence is not free
happy 4th
from arkansas

trikora88

07-06-2011, 08:23 AM

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An Afghan shepherd walks with a herd of sheep past a U.S. Marines armored vehicle of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines outside the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan July 5, 2011.

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A U.S. Marine of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines walks past an Afghan girl during a patrol outside Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 5, 2011.

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An Afghan boy looks at a U.S. Marine of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines during a patrol outside the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan July 5, 2011.

vor033

07-06-2011, 09:27 PM

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jordan Gerber, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, provides security during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/855e6abc.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Mark Hammet, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, searches and clears compounds during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/efc7f30b.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jordan Gerber, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, provides security during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/465a4ff0.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Mark Hammet, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, uses his rifle combat optic during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/bc403975.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Mark Hammet, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, uses a periscope to search for enemy fighters during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Mark Hammet, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, uses his rifle combat optic during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jordan Gerber, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, provides security while using his rifle scope during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.

santana

07-06-2011, 10:08 PM

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jordan Gerber, a sniper with Scout Sniper Platoon, Headquarters and Service Company, in support of India Company, 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 2, provides security while using his rifle scope during a company operation in Sangin, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2011. The battalion's mission was to conduct counterinsurgency operations in partnership with the International Security Assistance Force in Afghanistan.

helmet cam???

trikora88

07-08-2011, 02:06 AM

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U.S. Marines of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines detain a suspected Afghan man during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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U.S. Marines of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines detain a suspected Afghan man during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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Michael Gunther, U.S. Marines 1st lieutenant of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines pushes an Afghan police motorcycle next to a burning field after landing for a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of the Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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U.S. Marines of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines check a dug-out during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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U.S. Marines of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines check a dug-out during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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U.S. Marines of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines wait for a helicopter during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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Ryan Richter, U.S Marine 1st lieutenant of Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, waits for a helicopter during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

trikora88

07-08-2011, 02:07 AM

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A gunner of U.S. Marines CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter shows beginning of descending during an operation Western Engagement in Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a join operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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A U.S. Marine covers from dust caused by the CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter after landing for a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of the Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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A gunner of CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter watches U.S. Marines of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines and members of Afghan National Police (ANP) board for a Western Engagement operation at the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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U.S. Marines of the Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines and members Afghan National Police (ANP) with motorcycles board CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter for an operation Western Engagement at the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a join operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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Members Afghan National Police (ANP) board with motorcycles on a U.S. Marines CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter for an operation Western Engagement at the Camp Gorgak in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a join operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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A member of Afghan National Police (ANP) runs with his machine gun from a U.S. Marines CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter during a Western Engagement operation in the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

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A gunner of U.S. Marines CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter flies during a Western Engagement operation over the Garsmir district of Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 7, 2011. U.S. Marines and Afghan security forces conducted a joint operation aiming to extend their presence west of Helmand river.

vor033

07-08-2011, 07:18 AM

Nice pics trikora88 thanks for posting them :-)

vor033

07-09-2011, 03:13 AM

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Marines with the Police Advisory Team rush toward the firing line during a known and unknown distance range here, July 6. With help from the Advisor Training Cell, PAT members were given a series of classes and demonstrations to better understand how to apply their combat marksmanship skills.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b27c2885.jpg

Sgt. Tim Kubasek, 25, La Habra, Calif., conducts a speed reload during a known and unknown distance range here, July 6. Marines with the Police Advisory Team are currently preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan where they will train Afghan security forces.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/5662a050.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Aaron Parham, 27, a team leader from Lake Charles, La., reloads his magazines during a known and unknown distance range here, July 6. Parham is one of many Police Advisory Team members training for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion. PAT will be training Afghan security forces in order to help stabilize the country.
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U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Aaron Parham, 27, a team leader from Lake Charles, La., fires his M4A2 carbine during a known and unknown distance range here, July 6. Marines honed their marksmanship skills by firing at targets from various distances while wearing a full combat load.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7073915e.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Aaron Parham, 27, a team leader from Lake Charles, La., sights in during a known and unknown distance range here, July 6. Parham is one of many Police Advisory Team members training for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/9638ff25.jpg

Marines with the Police Advisory Team assigned to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion practice their combat marksmanship skills during a known and unknown distance range here, July 6. 1st LAR is currently preparing for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan. Instructors from the Advisor Training Cell were present to help participants better understand combat marksmanship. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b0d28951.jpg

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Brian Doss, 24, a team leader from Cantonment, Fla., fires his M4A2 carbine during a known and unknown distance range at Camp Pendleton, Calif., July 6. Doss is part of a Police Advisory Team preparing for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan where they will train Afghan security forces. Instructors from the Advisor Training Cell gave the Marines a series of classes and demonstrations on combat marksmanship.

vor033

07-09-2011, 03:14 AM

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Spent shell casings fly from a vehicle as Marines participate in a heavy machine gun range here, July 7. The range was designed for the Marines with the Police Advisory Team assigned to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion to hone their skills for an upcoming deployment. The Marines from the PAT will train Afghan security forces during their deployment.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/9eeab710.jpg

A spent ammo box along with shell casings litter the ground during a heavy machine gun range here, July 7. Marines with the Police Advisory Team assigned to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion honed their skills with heavy machine guns. The PAT Marines are preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan where they will train Afghan security forces.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/795c28bd.jpg

Staff Sgt. Matthew Harrington with the Police Advisory Team assigned to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion sights in during a heavy machine gun range here, July 7. Harrington is one of many PAT members training for a deployment to Afghanistan with 1st LAR. PAT members will train Afghan security forces in an effort to help stabilize the country.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/020cfaf1.jpg

Gunnery Sgt. Brian Stirrat with the Police Advisory Team assigned to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion switches the barrel of an M2 .50 caliber machine gun here, July 7.First LAR is preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan. Advisor Training Cell instructors were present to assist the Marines with proper weapons handling and safety procedures http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/ce3125ac.jpg

Gunnery Sgt. Brian Stirrat with the Police Advisory Team assigned to 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion removes the barrel of an M2 .50 caliber machine gun here, July 7. First LAR is preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan. Advisor Training Cell instructors were present to assist the Marines with proper weapons handling and safety procedures.

vor033

07-09-2011, 05:30 AM

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Marines from the Adviser Training Cell coordinated and instructed Marines on proper weapons handling and the correct way to gauge distances on the range at Camp Pendleton, July 6. During the firing drills Marines from the Police Advisory Team attached to the 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion participated in the drills on the known and unknown distance range. 07.6.2011

vor033

07-10-2011, 02:09 AM

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marine Master Sgt. Darwin White, right, assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU), inspects the parachute equipment of another Marine in preparation for a routine parachute training evolution in the hangar bay aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4).

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) stand by as an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 transports them to their drop point for a routine parachute training evolution

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) indicate to their team leader that they are on air as they are transported to their drop point in an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 during a routine sky diving evolution.

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) prepare to jump from an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 during a routine parachute training evolution.

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) stand by as an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 transports them to their drop point for a routine parachute training evolution.

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) prepare to jump from an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 during a routine sky diving evolution.

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) jump from an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 during a routine sky diving evolution.

vor033

07-10-2011, 04:09 AM

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U.S. Marines from 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion (1st LAR) conduct a raid on the bazaar of Bahram Cha, Afghanistan, October 30, 2010. 1st LAR is deployed in support of the International Security Assistance Forc

vor033

07-10-2011, 04:10 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsI6k4HAvV8

U.S. Marines from 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion (1st LAR) conduct a raid on the bazaar of Bahram Cha, Afghanistan, October 30, 2010. 1st LAR is deployed in support of the International Security Assistance Force

vor033

07-10-2011, 04:26 AM

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command checks his grid coordinates during Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 7. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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Joint Terminal Attack Controllers with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command double-check coordinates with aircraft during Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 7. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command communicates with a Navy MH-60S helicopter during takeoff as part of Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 7. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command looks out the window of a Navy MH-60S helicopter during Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 7. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command communicates with a Navy MH-60S helicopter during takeoff as part of Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 5. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command communicates with a Navy MH-60S helicopter during landing as part of Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 5. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command communicates with aircraft from inside a Humvee during a convoy exercise as part of Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 5. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

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A Joint Terminal Attack Controller with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command looks through a SOF Laser Marker to provide a laser mark on a target for supporting aircraft during Carrier Airwing Training conducted by the Naval Strike and Air Warfare Center aboard Naval Air Station Fallon, Nev., April 14. During the exercise, MARSOC JTACs practiced their critical skills and renewed their currencies and qualifications.

vor033

07-10-2011, 04:34 AM

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A Marine with 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard at an entryway while other Marines clear the room at a close quarter training course, May 12. The course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and room clearing.

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A corpsman attached to 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard in a smoky fog after Marines breach a doorway at the Close Quarter Training course facility, May 12. The CQT course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines and sailors on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and clearing spaces.

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A Marine with 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard at an entryway while other Marines clear the room at a close quarter training course, May 12. The course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and room clearing.

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A Marine with 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard at an entryway while other Marines clear the room at a close quarter training course, May 12. The course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and room clearing.

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A Marine with 1st platoon, Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, stands guard at an entryway while other Marines clear the room at a close quarter training course, May 12. The course is part of Special Operations Training Group, Training and Experimentation Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, and is dedicated to training Marines on tactics and techniques for breaching buildings and clearing procedures.

santana

07-10-2011, 07:00 AM

Are this last set of pictures all from MARSOC???

Lord Helmet

07-10-2011, 08:34 AM

So if you're MARSOC or Recon you don't have to cut your hair and blouse your boots? sign me up! haha...

Seems pretty relaxed compared to your regular grunt units.

vor033

07-10-2011, 08:59 AM

Are this last set of pictures all from MARSOC???

Hi Mate, do you mean where I got the Photos or are they part of MARSOC ?

Dave76

07-10-2011, 12:54 PM

Are this last set of pictures all from MARSOC???
The JTAC pics are MARSOC, the following set is 1st Recon Battalion. Read the captions. ;)

santana

07-10-2011, 08:15 PM

Hi Mate, do you mean where I got the Photos or are they part of MARSOC ?

No I was wondering if all of those were MARSOC units??? but Dave76 all ready answered!!!

Anthony91

07-11-2011, 03:40 PM

No I was wondering if all of those were MARSOC units??? but Dave76 all ready answered!!!

The "Reconnaissance Battalions" (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th) are the divisional special operations capable units of the Ground Combat Element.

The Marine Special Operations Regiment consists of three battalions (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and is the fighting arm of MARSOC.

santana

07-11-2011, 04:44 PM

The "Reconnaissance Battalions" (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th) are the divisional special operations capable units of the Ground Combat Element.

The Marine Special Operations Regiment consists of three battalions (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and is the fighting arm of MARSOC.

So The Marine Special Operations Regiment are MARSOC Units???

vor033

07-11-2011, 08:08 PM

Marines from 1/6 part of Regimental Combat Team 7 conducting counterinsurgency operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan March 2010

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Lord Helmet

07-11-2011, 09:36 PM

2nd Battalion, 6th Marines in Marjah Afghanistan 2010

CAAT during an op
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Squads before foot patrol
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Foot patrol and CAAT squad
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Dave76

07-12-2011, 02:37 AM

So The Marine Special Operations Regiment are MARSOC Units???
Yes. Basic questions like that can be answered via google or wiki in a jiffy.

Blasphemy

07-12-2011, 03:20 AM

So if you're MARSOC or Recon you don't have to cut your hair and blouse your boots? sign me up! haha...

Seems pretty relaxed compared to your regular grunt units.

dude you have no idea, my buddy recently completed ITC and got with his team, his text to me read "dude, my team looks like they haven't shaved in days and gotten a haircut in WEEKS, I HAVE FINALLY ARRIVED!"

vor033

07-12-2011, 03:42 PM

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PATROL BASE FAHEEM, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Gregor M. Phillips, a designated marksman and point man for 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, observes a compound potentially being used by enemy fighters in the district of Sangin, Afghanistan, June 26. Phillips is also a point man for the squad and protects the improvised explosive device sweeper. Phillips, 22, is from Lancaster, Pa., and graduated from Pequea Valley High School in 2006.

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PATROL BASE FAHEEM, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Sgt. Jacob P. Nelson, a squad leader for 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, shakes hands and shares a laugh with the children on a reconnaissance patrol near Patrol Base Faheem, June 26. The Marines of 3rd Platoon recently established and occupied the patrol base, extending the battalion’s ability to limit the enemy’s movement north of Sangin and provide a presence in the area. “When we come up here and patrol out of Faheem we show the enemy that we own this area,” said Nelson. “We don’t have to fight every time to get to this point and can be more effective in our patrolling efforts.” Nelson, 27, is from San Diego and graduated from Waukasha North High School in 2002.

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PATROL BASE FAHEEM, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. John F. Farias, an M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon machine gunner for 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, provides security during a patrol designed to link up with Marines of a different squad in the Upper Sangin Valley, June 26. “Third Platoon really is the tip of the spear as the northern most unit in the 1/5 battle space. We are in firefights every day. The minute we pass the first tree line there is a 90 percent chance we are going to get contact, which is good because we are here to draw them into contact,” said Farias. “We are acting as a shield for the guys down south and keep pushing the insurgents north.” Farias was killed in action in the area when his squad came under fire June 28. Farias, 20, was from New Braunfels, Texas, and graduated from Canyon High School in 2009.

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PATROL BASE FAHEEM, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Gregor M. Phillips, a designated marksman for 3rd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, provides rooftop security for a forward patrol base after a grenade was lobbed over the compound wall at the Marines operating in Sangin, Afghanistan, June 26. The Marines of 3rd Platoon maintain a forward patrol base to limit the enemy’s movement and provide a presence in the area. Phillips is also the point man for his squad and provides security for the improvised explosive device sweeper. Phillips, 22, is from Lancaster, Pa., and graduated from Pequea Valley High School in 2006.

vor033

07-12-2011, 05:16 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkAWrxB139A

Video of a resupply mission carrying fuel and watching as JTAC calls in medical evacuations. Whether it's clearing the air space for a controlled detonation or calling in air support, Joint Terminal Attack Controllers are the voice behind the madness. Marine Sgt. Rachael Moore rode along to see them in action. Includes soundbites from Marine Sgt. Kevin Krebs - joint terminal attack controller. 07.11.2011

madmike

07-14-2011, 07:58 AM

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GULF OF ADEN (June 25, 2011) Marines assigned to the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) jump from an H-53 Sea Stallion helicopter assigned to the Evil Eyes of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron (HMM) 163 during a routine sky diving evolution.
Are there Marines other than MARSOC and FR members, who are HALO/HAHO qualified?

USMC29

07-14-2011, 08:00 AM

Are there Marines other than MARSOC and FR members, who are HALO/HAHO qualified?

All of them

madmike

07-14-2011, 09:01 AM

All of them You mean every Marine could be HALO/HAHO qualified?

USMC29

07-14-2011, 12:17 PM

You mean every Marine could be HALO/HAHO qualified?

If they ask their Sgt. who then goes through their SNCO who then asks their SNCOIC who asks their OIC who then asks the one with the shiny in charge who then gets yelled at and then yells at everyone who asked them.

madmike

07-14-2011, 05:42 PM

If they ask their Sgt. who then goes through their SNCO who then asks their SNCOIC who asks their OIC who then asks the one with the shiny in charge who then gets yelled at and then yells at everyone who asked them. Ok, but what is a simple answer? If I understood you correctly, every Marine could volounteer for the HALO/HAHO training and if he got his superior accept this apply he can pass through the course. But who can participate in that kind od of MEU peronnnel training? Everyone, who is qualified or only the elements, that are supposed to use that skills (HALO/HAHO) in combat? I mean inside MEU community - just the FR element?

Leaper

07-14-2011, 05:48 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkAWrxB139A

Nice to see a fellow Marine JTAC

Ratamacue

07-14-2011, 05:53 PM

Ok, but what is a simple answer? If I understood you correctly, every Marine could volounteer for the HALO/HAHO training and if he got his superior accept this apply he can pass through the course. But who can participate in that kind od of MEU peronnnel training? Everyone, who is qualified or only the elements, that are supposed to use that skills (HALO/HAHO) in combat? I mean inside MEU community - just the FR element?Essentially, any Marine can theoretically request to attend a school like that. But they're going to be denied unless they're a MARSOC/Force Recon that needs to do it for their job.

vor033

07-16-2011, 02:21 AM

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Cpl. Devin P. Tiernan (left) and Sgt. Jeremy D. Lima with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force take cover behind a rock while a UH-1Y lands after an assault on a mock town here July 12. The MRF, along with a section of the unit's aviation combat element, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (Reinforced), and command element are taking part in a large-scale exercise with ocean and urban-based scenarios. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2ae7b3a0.jpg

Lance Cpl. Matthew Stauber with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force monitors radio traffic during an assault on a mock town here July 12. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/8512a416.jpg

Cpl. Aaron J. Boyd with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force holds security with his M249 squad automatic weapon during an assault on a mock town here July 12.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/36edbffd.jpg

Maj. Anthonol Neely, commander of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force, is dropped off by a UH-1Y helicopter during an assault mission on a mock village here July 12.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/f0053264.jpg

Several Marine CH-46 Sea Knights transport Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force back to base after the MRF conducted a raid on a mock village here July 12.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/c9fbd311.jpg

Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force receive a brief before conducting a raid of a mock town at Camp San Luis Obispo, Calif., July 12.

vor033

07-16-2011, 05:09 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEqtJ1w6z2U

Video of U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's battalion landing team, firing the M252 81mm Mortar Systems during Talisman Sabre 2011 on Townshend Island, Australia. Talisman Sabre promotes the alliance with Australia, which is one the United States' most important defense relationships and a central pillar for national security strategy, based on shared values and a common commitment to peace and security 07.14.2011

vor033

07-16-2011, 05:10 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHNzZqalF9k

Video of Marines with Kilo Company, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, currently deployed to Afghanistan, brave the hardships of enemy attacks, improvised explosive devices, and extreme heat to force insurgent forces out of their area of operations and make it a safer place for the local populace. 07.14.2011

vor033

07-16-2011, 06:30 AM

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A Marine with 1st Intelligence Battalion fires a M249 squad automatic weapon during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/476842b1.jpg

Marines with 1st Intelligence Battalion sight in on targets with M4A2 carbines during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/d5fe372b.jpg

Marines with 1st Intelligence Battalion shoot their M4A2 carbine in the ****e position during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3db25282.jpg

Marines with 1st Intelligence Battalion examine targets during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12. The exercise provides Marines with a realistic training environment to prepare them for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7e0600ff.jpg

Marines with 1st Intelligence Battalion shoot their M4A2 carbine in the ****e position during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/a75227ac.jpg

Marines with 1st Intelligence Battalion move to engage targets with M4A2 carbines during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/f4e06aa1.jpg

M249 squad automatic weapons are staged during a pre-deployment training program for 1st Intelligence Battalion July 12. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/13fe7a09.jpg

Marines with 1st Intelligence Battalion examine targets during a pre-deployment training program field exercise July 12. The exercise consists of shooting blocks three and four, land navigation and military operations in urban terrain.

vor033

07-16-2011, 06:52 AM

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A photo of the oil platform Hogan located off the coast of Carpinteria Calif., July 10. The 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit used the platform to train during their large-scale exercise with ocean and urban-based scenarios. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/25d9b2db.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force fast ropes out of a CH-46E Sea Knight during an exercise at the oil platform Hogan July 10. The MRF, along with a section of the unit's aviation combat element, Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268, and command element, are taking part in a large-scale exercise with ocean and urban-based scenarios. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3de8478c.jpg

Marines and sailors with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit ride in a Navy rigid hull inflatable boat during an exercise at the oil platform Hogan July 10. . http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/9eec594e.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force climbs a ladder to the oil platform Hogan during an exercise July 10. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3c76e4a4.jpg

Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force train to secure the gas and oil platform Hogan off the coast of Carpinteria July 10. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/a74326a6.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force secures a stairwell while training to take over the gas and oil platform Hogan off the coast of Carpinteria July 10. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/d00793d3.jpg

A Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's maritime raid force searches the oil platform Hogan for threats during an exercise July 10.

USMC29

07-16-2011, 07:14 AM

If they ask their Sgt. who then goes through their SNCO who then asks their SNCOIC who asks their OIC who then asks the one with the shiny in charge who then gets yelled at and then yells at everyone who asked them.

Ok, but what is a simple answer? If I understood you correctly, every Marine could volounteer for the HALO/HAHO training and if he got his superior accept this apply he can pass through the course. But who can participate in that kind od of MEU peronnnel training? Everyone, who is qualified or only the elements, that are supposed to use that skills (HALO/HAHO) in combat? I mean inside MEU community - just the FR element?

Essentially, any Marine can theoretically request to attend a school like that. But they're going to be denied unless they're a MARSOC/Force Recon that needs to do it for their job.

Bingo. Man I was plastered when I wrote that one.

JC0352

07-17-2011, 01:49 AM

Essentially, any Marine can theoretically request to attend a school like that. But they're going to be denied unless they're a MARSOC/Force Recon that needs to do it for their job.

They would also have to have gone through Army's jump school also, right? as a prerequisite?

Good pics lately guys, thanks!

ebk187

07-17-2011, 03:18 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEqtJ1w6z2U

Lol.. This is the only video I've seen posted on here about 2/7 and it's a live fire exercise..

vor033

07-18-2011, 11:23 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y3LF-6hiLP4

MARINE CORPS AIR GROUND COMBAT CENTER TWENTYNINE PALMS, Calif. - U.S. Marine M1 Abrams tanks attached to 1st Battalion 6th Marines defend their position for the Clear Hold Build 3 exercise with Regimental Combat Team 5 during Enhanced Mojave Viper here June 15. As the first regimental combat team to participate in EMV, RCT-5 will fine tune its command and control capabilities during this combined arms exercise - 06.15.2011

vor033

07-19-2011, 02:46 PM

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Marines with Company E, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, help each other climb the washout during a squad maneuver, June 19. The rocky incline was one of the most challenging parts of the maneuver. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b50d0a16.jpg

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Charles Major, the Battalion Gunner for 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment debriefs the Marines after a squad maneuver, June 19. After the movement, the Marines received feedback on their performance, allowing them to improve and build upon lessons learned.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/6f81eec5.jpg

Cpl. Connor Butler, a mortarman with 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, and Coon Rapids, Mich. native loads a 60 millimeter mortar in support of a squad maneuver, June 19. The maneuver, which combined a squad of riflemen, mortars and machine gun section, reinforced basic war fighting skills while focusing on communication and engaging the enemy in difficult terrain.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4082b7e5.jpg

Marines with Company E, 2nd Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment, perform squad maneuvers, June 19. The live-fire exercise was performed to sharpen the combat skills of the Marines by coordinating efforts with indirect and machine gun fire to eliminate the enemy.

vor033

07-19-2011, 02:47 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stUuzqaxr1c

Video of U.S. Marines with 3rd Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, Regimental Combat Team 8, conduct a reconnaissance patrol in Sangin, Afghanistan June 26, 2011. To disrupt insurgent activity and draw out enemy fighters, U.S. Marines conduct operations out of a temporary patrol base in the northern Sangin Valley. 06.26.2011

vor033

07-19-2011, 08:09 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Umt7QGemiw

U.S. Marines with Echo Battery, 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, Regimental Combat Team 8, patrol the perimeter of Outpost Shrine in Kajaki, Afghanistan - 05.24.2011

santana

07-20-2011, 04:32 PM

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U.S Marines stands in front of portraits of Afghan historical figures during a ceremony to hand over control of security in the town of Lashkar Gah in Helmand province, southern Afghanistan, July 20, 2011. The Afghan police and army took control of security in Lashkar Gah, the capital of Helmand province and the most contentious of the seven areas to be handed over this week.

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Afghansitan — Lance Cpl. Joseph Messina walks next to a compound during a security patrol here, June 8. Messina, a native of San Diego, is the corpsman for 2nd Section, Combined Anti-Armor Team 1,Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment

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GARMSIR DISTRICT, Helmand province, Afghansitan — Marines of 2nd Section, Combined Anti-Armor Team 1, Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, walk through wheat fields during a security patrol here, June 8

dangerdan87

07-20-2011, 11:36 PM

It seems that every other civilian on here thinks Force Recon is is the only recon around...when in fact most of Force Recon is no more.

santana

07-21-2011, 11:17 AM

Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sam4lq2WHos

JC0352

07-22-2011, 08:05 PM

It seems that every other civilian on here thinks Force Recon is is the only recon around...when in fact most of Force Recon is no more.

1st and 2nd force went away, leaving 3th and 4th (Reserve), but didn't they reactivate the 2 Fleet companies last year?

vor033

07-23-2011, 03:14 AM

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Explosions from 60 mm mortar rounds are seen in the distance during a training exercise where Marines tested a new 60 mm mortar system aboard Camp Pendleton July 21. The training provided hands-on experience with the new system which replaces the World War II era M2 Mortar and M119 Mortar

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Marines with 1st Marine Division Schools and Infantry Training Battalion fire a new 60 mm mortar system aboard Camp Pendleton July 21. The training provided hands-on experience with the new system which replaces the World War II era M2 Mortar and M119 Mortar

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Marines with 1st Marine Division Schools and Infantry Training Battalion field strip 60 mm mortar rounds during a training exercise where Marines tested a new 60mm mortar system July 21. The training provided hands-on experience with the new system which replaces the World War II era M2 Mortar and M119 Mortar.

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Marines with Infantry Training Battalion boresight the M64 A1 sight unit for the M224 60 mm Light Weight Mortar system at the mortar range aboard Camp Pendleton July 21. The training provided hands-on experience with the new system which replaces the World War II era M2 Mortar and M119 Mortar.

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A Marine with Infantry Training Battalion boresights the M64 A1 sight unit for the M224 60 mm Light Weight Mortar system at the mortar range aboard Camp Pendleton July 21. The training provided hands-on experience with the new system which replaces the World War II era M2 Mortar and M119 Mortar.

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Marines with 1st Marine Division Schools and Infantry Training Battalion, set up the new M224 60 mm Light Weight Mortar system at the mortar range aboard Camp Pendleton July 21. The training provided hands-on experience with the new system which replaces the World War II era M2 Mortar and M119 Mortar.

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Marines with 1st Marine Division Schools and Infantry Training Battalion conduct a two-mile hike to the mortar range where they tested a new 60 mm mortar system July 21. The new system weighs around nine pounds less than the World War II era system it replaced.

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Marines with 1st Marine Division Schools and Infantry Training Battalion conduct a two-mile hike to the mortar range where they tested a new 60 mm mortar system July 21. The new system weighs around nine pounds less than the World War II era system it replaced.

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Marines with 1st Marine Division Schools and Infantry Training Battalion conduct a two-mile hike to the mortar range where they tested a new 60 mm mortar system July 21. The new system weighs around nine pounds less than the World War II era system it replaced.

vor033

07-23-2011, 03:15 AM

TS11 is the largest joint military exercise undertaken by the Australian Defence Force. Around 14,000 U.S. and 9,000 Australian personnel will participate. TS11 provides an opportunity to conduct operations in a combined and joint environment that will increase both countries' bilateral war-fighting capabilities to respond to crisis and to provide humanitarian assistance. The 31st MEU is the only continuously forward-deployed MEU and remains the nation's force in readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.
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A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/11231a60.jpg

An amphibious assault vehicle moves forward to provide security for Marines after they made contact with the enemy during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/06e44ccd.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, patrol through thick brush during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/809c3e3d.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, patrol through thick brush during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b5590239.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/aabef664.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/8f620c56.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/c57fac9d.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, takes a knee shortly before setting up a security position during a mock mechanized assault July 19, 2011, during Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/d1e87596.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, patrol a road during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/90054646.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, set up defensive positions during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/88c4d62e.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, exits an amphibious assault vehicle during a mock mechanized assault July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011.

James

07-23-2011, 03:23 AM

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Full Story:

http://www.dvidshub.net/news/73065/31st-marine-expeditionary-unit-raiders-embrace-amphibious-roots-tactics

Wow, memories...

James

07-23-2011, 03:24 AM

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And more memories...

James

07-23-2011, 03:29 AM

F*ck me, sometime I still want to go back in, but I'd be the saltiest Lance Corporal (at age 37) of all time. If I'd stayed in, I'd be a Gunny or MSgt now.

digrar

07-23-2011, 03:44 AM

SWBTA. Black out driving without NVGs, 360' break live fire break contact traces, CTRs from within the enemy position, over head live fire 155's at close range, then on the other side of the coin, sitting on a bush track for two weeks as range sentry for an Arty practice.

vor033

07-23-2011, 06:11 AM

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A landing craft air cushioned from USS Germantown, heads toward the shores of Shoalwater Bay Training Area during an amphibious assault by Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011

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Several landing craft air cushioned from USS Germantown head to the shores of Shoalwater Bay Training Area July 19, during a U.S. Marines amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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A landing craft air cushioned from USS Germantown heads to the shores of Shoalwater Bay Training Area July 19, during a U.S. Marines amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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Three landing craft air cushioned from the USS Germantown land on to the beach at Freshwater Bay in Shoalwater Bay Training Area as amphibious assault vehicles from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit secure the beach heads July 19, 2011,

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Two Marines with 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit secure the beach at Freshwater Bay at Shoalwater Bay Training Area as the second wave of amphibious assault vehicles land July 19, during a U.S. Marines amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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An amphibious assault vehicle with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit crests a wave on its final approach on to the beach at Freshwater Bay in Shoalwater Bay Training Area July 19, during a U.S. Marines amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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A landing craft air cushioned from the USS Germantown lands on Freshwater Bay beach in Shoalwater Bay Training Area as amphibious assault vehicles from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit secure the beach July 19, during a U.S. Marines amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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Amphibious assault vehicles of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit deploy smoke while assaulting the beach at Freshwater Bay in Shoalwater Bay Training Area July 19, during a U.S. Marines amphibious assault exercise during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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An amphibious assault vehicle crewman with 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit secures the loading ramp of the vehicle as part of an amphibious assault on to the beach of Freshwater Bay in Shoalwater Bay Training Area July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011.

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Marines from 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit make an amphibious assault and secure the beach at Freshwater Bay in Shoalwater Bay Training Area July 19, during Talisman Sabre 2011

vor033

07-23-2011, 06:24 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clmONcDramM

U.S. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit prepare for force-on-force training following an amphibious assault at Freshwater Bay in Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia, during Talisman Sabre 2011.

vor033

07-23-2011, 06:48 AM

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The 3rd Reconnaissance Company Marines fast-rope out of a CH-46 and provide cover during a tactical insertion exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., July 20, 2011. The fast-roping exercise was one of many training exercises taking place during Operation Javelin Thrust 2011.

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A 3rd Reconnaissance Company Marine fast-ropes out of a CH-46 as part of a tactical insertion exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., July 20, 2011. The exercise was part of Operation Javelin Thrust 2011, which is the largest reserve training exercise in the Marine Corps.

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A CH-46 Sea Knight flies alongside another CH-46 in a tactical insertion exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., July 20, 2011. In the training exercise, reconnaissance Marines fast-roped out of the CH-46 to simulate the small area insertions the helicopter can perform

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Sgt. Cedric V. Ruffin, HMM-764 crew chief, looks out the side of a CH-46 during a tactical insertion training exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., July 20, 2011. The exercise was one of many performed during Operation Javelin Thrust 2011 to prepare reserve Marines for deployment.

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Staff Sgt. Trevor D. McCrea, HMM-764 CH-46 crew chief, and Sgt. Cedric V. Ruffin, HMM-764 crew chief, wait in the back of the Sea Knight for takeoff at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., July 20, 2011. The CH-46 was participating in a fast-roping exercise with 3rd Reconnaissance Company Marines as part of Operation Javelin Thrust 2011.

vor033

07-23-2011, 09:26 AM

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CAMP SCHWAB, Okinawa—Marines with Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, move into position in a formation of combat rubber raiding craft near Kin Blue beach here July 13. The Marines were preparing for an upcoming night raid. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7345111b.jpg

CAMP SCHWAB, Okinawa— Lance Cpl. Jonathan Zimmer, scout swimmer,
Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, establishes security on Kin Blue beach here July 13. Zimmer had been inserted with other scout swimmers 500 meters from the beach to swim in and secure the beach for the landing element.
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CAMP SCHWAB, Okinawa—Marines with Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare their combat rubber raiding craft near Kin Blue beach here July 13. The Marines were preparing for an upcoming night raid. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7bb70680.jpg

CAMP SCHWAB, Okinawa—Marines with Fox Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, lay in the floor boards on their combat rubber raiding craft near Kin Blue beach here July 13. The Marines assembled the boats in preparation for an upcoming night raid.

Ratamacue

07-23-2011, 12:11 PM

Interesting. Are they bringing boat companies back to MEUs? For a couple years now, as far as I'm aware, they haven't really trained any BLTs for that mission.

spyguy

07-25-2011, 12:15 PM

repost....

spyguy

07-25-2011, 12:16 PM

F*ck me, sometime I still want to go back in, but I'd be the saltiest Lance Corporal (at age 37) of all time. If I'd stayed in, I'd be a Gunny or MSgt now.

It is a strange thing. I'm still in the IRR and wonder about going back in all the time. I've only been out a year, tell me the feeling fades with time.

HollywoodMarine

07-25-2011, 12:19 PM

vor033

07-25-2011, 02:58 PM

Continuous foot patrols in the area limit insurgents’ ability to set up ambushes and explosives along the routes, ensuring the safety of the engineers as they continue to repair roads throughout the district. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/6fd1e8cd.jpg

Local children observe as Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), patrol the area searching for improvised explosive devices and anti-personnel mines during a security foot patrol July 14, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. .http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2805bdce.jpg

A Marine with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), takes a brief break prior to continuing sweeping for improvised explosive devises and anti-personnel mines during a security foot patrol July 14, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/c4ab1bbe.jpg

A Marine with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), uses a mine detector to search for improvised explosive devices and anti-personnel mines during a security foot patrol July 14, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/1d7b3449.jpg

Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), leave behind the safety of their vehicles to venture on an early-morning security foot patrol July 14, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistanhttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/42b23781.jpg

A Marine and a sailor with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), conduct a hasty search on a local national during a security foot patrol July 13, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/17abb418.jpg

Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), keep their guard up during a security foot patrol July 12, 2011 in Marjah, Afghanistan.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/ed160365.jpg

Lance Cpl. Alex G. Perez, from Phoenix, a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), walks through high grass during a security foot patrol July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/ef7e928a.jpg

Lance Cpl. Justin F. Pickett, from Fitzpatrick, Ala., a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), talks to a local during a security foot patrol July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/1d0c0fbf.jpg

Lance Cpl. Alex G. Perez, from Phoenix, a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), observes his surroundings during a security foot patrol July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/f9855b7f.jpg

Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), return from a seven-hour security foot patrol in Marjah, Afghanistan, July 12, 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3f68ddb4.jpg

Cpl. Julymer Q. Ediza, from Pearl City, Hawaii, a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), takes cover behind a wall when taking a break during a security foot patrol July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/55b11fa7.jpg

Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), conduct reconnaissance during a security foot patrol after demolishing a wall July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/f8bd397b.jpg

Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), conduct a security foot patrol July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7664eb1c.jpg

Lance Cpl. Justin F. Pickett, from Fitzpatrick, Ala., a combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 2nd Marine Logistics Group (Forward), observes his surroundings during a security foot patrol July 12, 2011, in Marjah, Afghanistan

vor033

07-25-2011, 04:02 PM

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A V-22 Osprey carries an external load attached by landing support Marines with Headquarters and Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, prepare a sling at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 18. While attaching the load, the Osprey was hovering less than ten feet above the heads of the LS Marines, who were attaching the load in support of Exercise Mojave Viper as they prepare to deploy to Afghanistan later this year.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/dff7ccb9.jpg

Landing Support Marines with Headquarters and Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, attach an external cargo load to a V-22 Osprey at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 18. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/fca3a111.jpg

A V-22 Osprey carries an external load attached by landing support Marines with Headquarters and Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, prepare a sling at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 18. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4797406a.jpg

A V-22 Osprey carries an external load attached by landing support Marines with Headquarters and Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, prepare a sling at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 18. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/00e3fd38.jpg

Marines with Headquarters and Support Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 1, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, prepare a sling at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., July 18.

vor033

07-25-2011, 06:11 PM

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Video of U.S Marines from Anti-Tank Training Company firing the Mk 19, M240, and M16 on various ranges to keep their skills sharp during Javelin Thrust 2011- 07.21.2011

vor033

07-25-2011, 08:15 PM

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Lance Cpl. James Thao, 21, an infantryman from San Francisco, provides security during casualty evacuation training here, July 19, part of an eight-day counterinsurgency exercise conducted by the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's ground combat element, Battalion Landing Team 3/1.

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Pfc. Timothy A. Hathaway, 19, an infantryman from Mobridge, S.D., carries a simulated casualty during evacuation training here, July 19, part of an eight-day counterinsurgency exercise conducted by the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's ground combat element, Battalion Landing Team 3/1.

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Lance Cpl. Alex C. Wieland, 19, an infantryman from Reading, Mich., reports a threat from a possible improvised explosive device during a patrol here, July 19, part of an eight-day counterinsurgency exercise conducted by the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's ground combat element, Battalion Landing Team 3/1

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Assisted by a translator, platoon sergeant Staff Sgt. Justin W. Stover, right, speaks to a role player during a patrol here, July 19, part of an eight-day counterinsurgency exercise conducted by the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit's ground combat element, Battalion Landing Team 3/1. Stover, 29, is an Anchorage, Alaska, native serving with Company K.

vor033

07-25-2011, 08:22 PM

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Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Ratliff, HMLA-773 aerial observer, fires an M2 .50-caliber machine gun out of a UH-1N Huey helicopter during Operation Javelin Thrust July 21. The exercise allowed reserve Marines to keep current in their training as well as prepare for a deployed environment.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/e71bdfb5.jpg

Sgt. Lucas W. Anderson, HMLA-773 crew chief, checks for target locations out of a UH-1N Huey helicopter during a close air support exercise July 21. The mission was one of many during Operation Javelin Thrust, which offered reserve Marines an opportunity to prepare for a deployed environment. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/ac5c9a89.jpg

Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Ratliff, HMLA-773 aerial observer, looks out the side of a UH-1N Huey helicopter while an AH-1 Cobra offers aerial support during a close air support exercise at Operation Javelin Thrust July 21. The crew of the Huey eliminated simulated targets with M2 .50-caliber machine gun and M240 machine fire.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/fa8448e8.jpg

A UH-1N Huey helicopter with HMLA-773 prepares for takeoff during a night firing close air support exercise July 21. The mission was part of Operation Javelin Thrust in which reserve Marines trained and prepared for deployed situations.

vor033

07-25-2011, 08:48 PM

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Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company watch an explosion here July 21. A detachment of Marines and sailors from the company performed close-air support training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

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Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company wait for bombs to be dropped here July 21. A detachment of Marines and sailors from the company performed close-air support training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with the 11th Marine

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A CH-46 Sea Knight, flown by pilots from 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, unloads gear during a close-air support training event with 1st and 3rd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison companies here July 21.

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Sgt. Ryan J. Eskandary, a forward observer serving with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, or Anglico, watches the explosion from a bomb dropped by an F/A-18 Hornet here July 20. A detachment of Marines and sailors from the company performed close-air support training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Eskandary is from St. Paul, Minn.

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Navy Lt. James E. Lamb, right, relays target areas to Sgt. Ryan J. Eskandary during close-air support training here July 20. Lamb, a joint terminal attack controller, and Eskandary, a forward observer, serve with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, or Anglico, with a detachment deploying with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit later this year. Lamb is from Minneapolis and Eskandary is from St. Paul, Minn.

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Navy Lt. James E. Lamb, a joint terminal attack controller serving with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, or Anglico, climbs to position before the day's training here July 20. A detachment of Marines and sailors from the company performed close-air support training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

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Marines with 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company watch an explosion here July 21. A detachment of Marines and sailors from the company performed close-air support training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.

vor033

07-25-2011, 11:06 PM

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A Marine sniper with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security from the back of an M-ATV during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15. The three-week exercise is designed to prepare MARSOC Marines for deployment to combat operations in Afghanistan by immersing them in an environment as realistic and comprehensive as possible.

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A Marine sniper with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security from the back of an M-ATV during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15.

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A Marine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provide security during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provide security during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15.

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A Marine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, speaks with an Afghan role player during a medical engagement as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif., May 15.

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A U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command M-ATV rolls toward the mountains during a simulated convoy as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011.

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A U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command M-ATV rolls across the desert during a simulated convoy as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011.

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A Marine with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, looks out from the back of an M-ATV during a simulated convoy as part of a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, patrol through a village during a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011.

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Marines with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, walk through a village with Afghan role players during a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011.

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A soldier attached to U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Special Operations Command, provides security outside of a village during a pre-deployment exercise at the National Training Center, Fort Irwin, Calif. May 15, 2011.

vor033

07-26-2011, 06:17 PM

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U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), look out for the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force

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U.S. Marine Sgt. Zachary Zobrist, 3rd platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, engages the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of Company B are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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U.S. Marine Cpl. Kristopher Gates, with 3rd platoon Company B, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, points out the direction of the enemy fire during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of Company B are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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A U.S. Marine with Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), engages the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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Sergeant Zachary Zobrist, Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), conducts a patrol in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of Company B are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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Sergeant Anthony Battles (center), Bravo Company , 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), engages the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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Sergeant Anthony Battles (left), Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), engages the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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U.S. Army Sfc. David Chabot, an attachment with 3rd platoon Company B, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, engages the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of Company B are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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An Afghan National Army soldier (center) along side Sgt. Anthony Battles (right), Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), engage the enemy during a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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U.S. Marines with Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), take a security pause after a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

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Corporal Greg Gedese, Bravo Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division (Forward), opens up a candy package for a local Afghan boy after a firefight in Northern Trek Nawa, Afghanistan, Aug. 15. The Marines and sailors of B Company are currently conducting counter insurgency operations in support of the International Security Assistance Force.

Qyn

07-26-2011, 10:44 PM

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anybody notice the open knife in the fourth pic down? Sorry for quoting all the pics, I dumb...

digrar

07-26-2011, 11:16 PM

Just click on the pics in your reply box and delete them.

Qyn

07-27-2011, 12:22 AM

Thank you!

spyguy

07-27-2011, 09:53 AM

It doesn't. When I EAS'd, I lasted less then a year before I decided to re-enlist with a SMCR unit. It does not fade with time bro. If you want to come back regardless of the BS games we played, I would seriously reconsider. The camaraderie is second to none.

Making it work around your life is hard as well. I was in a SMCR unit my entire time and in 5 years I was activated for 3.5 of it. I remeber really hating the BS when I left but now I hardly think about it. But you're right the camaraderie and the work are truly second to none. I've still got 2 more years of IRR, we'll see what happens.

HollywoodMarine

07-27-2011, 12:54 PM

I've still got 2 more years of IRR...
Have you thought about the IMA Det (http://www.marines.mil/unit/hqmc/cmclegalasst/Pages/IMADet.aspx). That may work for you another option.

Foxtrot Alpha Whiskey

07-27-2011, 02:24 PM

I dont suppose anyone has more photos of Excercise Share Accord II happening in SA?

HollywoodMarine

07-27-2011, 02:34 PM

I dont suppose anyone has more photos of Excercise Share Accord II happening in SA?

Take your pick...

http://www.marines.mil/unit/marforaf/Pages/photos.aspx
http://www.dvidshub.net/image/431502/shared-accord-2011

Foxtrot Alpha Whiskey

07-27-2011, 02:41 PM

There are only 4 from the current excercise, would of thought more would of come out.

HollywoodMarine

07-27-2011, 08:05 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbsY550HK5U

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPXSpkdaXTU

Foxtrot Alpha Whiskey

07-28-2011, 06:07 AM

thanks
1234567890

madmike

07-28-2011, 02:45 PM

Essentially, any Marine can theoretically request to attend a school like that. But they're going to be denied unless they're a MARSOC/Force Recon that needs to do it for their job.

Bingo. Man I was plastered when I wrote that one.

Thanks genlemen, now it's clear.

Hisroyalhighness

07-28-2011, 06:24 PM

Voennoe Delo: US Marines. Russian Documentary about USMC (English Subtitles)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mev_u8m52Tg&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
(This documentary is pretty old but you'll be pretty surprised if your interested in how former foes view the USMC)

Steven Danger

07-28-2011, 07:40 PM

8:52

What fighting has taken place in Hawaii involving the USMC?

Hisroyalhighness

07-28-2011, 07:43 PM

8:52

What fighting has taken place in Hawaii involving the USMC?

Yeah the translations are horrible and there are a few historical inaccuracies, but all that aside its interesting.

Steven Danger

07-28-2011, 07:46 PM

Yeah the translations are horrible and there are a few historical inaccuracies, but all that aside its interesting.

I agree, it was a good way to spend 10 minutes. Thank you for the post.

HollywoodMarine

07-28-2011, 07:47 PM

8:52

What fighting has taken place in Hawaii involving the USMC?
At Zero-dark-thirty... a bunch of drunk K-bay Marines from Kilo 1/3, with Soldiers from Schofield Barracks, and Sailors from Pearl Harbor, fought local Hawaiian thugs for the front of the line. Casualties were heavy on both sides, but with superiority of fighting spirit amongst the servicemen, they took and held Mickey D's... ordering everything off the $1 Value Menu. p-)

Note: Air Force and Coast Guard were busy picking up hookers in front of Burger King.

Foxx308

07-28-2011, 08:38 PM

^ ahahahaha good story

usmcprincipal

07-29-2011, 07:37 AM

My son spent three years with 3/3 at Kaneohe Bay until 2008. While he was home on leave earlier this summer, we talked with a guy, who had been assigned to the 25th Infantry out of Schofield Barracks. He related how they loved to go in bars where Marines hung out. They never had problems with Marines, but if there were native Hawaiians in the bar a fight would often end the night. He said you could always count on the Marines to be the first to throw down.

Essentially, my son related the same thing. One funny story. My wife and I would always fly out to Hawaii after he returned from a deployment. After each deployment the first night was reserved for going out with other Marines. No parents, wives, or girlfriends. After one deployment we packed five Marines in a rental and took them to a bar not far from Kaneohe Bay and dropped them off.

Later that night a fight erupted between the Marines and several native Hawaiians. A certain corporal (not my son), who is a little guy, but mean, went to the head where he exchanged words with a native. My son said suddenly the door to the head came crashing open. The corporal had hit the guy, who outweighed him by a hundred pounds, with a picture perfect tackle landing on top of him and commenced to pound the guy in the face. At that point the brawl was on and the police were called. It turns out two of the officers were former Marines, so there were no real problems. Everybody had to clear the bar, so my son and his buddies ended up walking back to base. One of the MP's ended up giving them a ride back to the barracks. Other than a few scrapes and bruises they were no worse for wear, although my son kept one hand packed in ice most of the day.

One of these days I'll post some of his photos from Iraq and Afghanistan.

kawaiku

07-29-2011, 07:52 AM

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Any possibility of a hi-res of this picture?

vor033

07-30-2011, 04:12 AM

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Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire an Mk-19 automatic grenade launcher during a live-fire exercise, July 28. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/069d33bf.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires a Mk-19 automatic grenade launcher during a live fire training exercise, July 27.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/02aef49f.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires a Mk-19 automatic grenade launcher during a live fire training exercise, July 27. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/e33be388.jpg

July 27, 2011, a U.S. Marine with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fires an M16 A4 service rifle during a live fire exercise at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/71e46cf7.jpg

July 27, 2011, U.S. Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fire M16 A4 service rifles during a live fire exercise at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/cde868a9.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M240B machine gun during a live fire training exercise, July 27.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/af54bbc4.jpg

July 27, 2011, U.S. Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fire M240 B and M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) machine guns during a live fire exercise at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2a02ce1f.jpg

July 27, 2011, a U.S. Marine with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fires a M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW), as his assistant gunner feeds a belt of ammunition during a live fire exercise at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/067f9b8f.jpg

July 27, 2011, U.S. Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), fire M240 B and M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) machine guns during a live fire exercise at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/6cf43937.jpg

July 27, 2011, a U.S. Marine Browning .50 caliber machine gun is fired from the top of a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV), during a live fire exercise conducted by Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/0a1b07a0.jpg

July 27, 2011, a U.S. Marine 30mm is fired from the top of a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV), during a live fire exercise conducted by Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/11c38a09.jpg

July 27, 2011, a U.S. Marine 30mm is fired from the top of a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV), during a live fire exercise conducted by Marines with Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), at Freshwater Beach in Queensland, Australia, in support of Exercise Talisman Sabre 2011http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/b2921ffc.jpg

A Marine with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M240B machine gun during a live fire exercise, July 27.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/db33a331.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire crew-served weapons during a live fire training exercise, July 27. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7d8f3fb2.jpg

Marines with Company G, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire crew-served weapons during a live fire training exercise, July 27. The exercise was conducted in Australia during exercise Talisman Sabre 2011.

vor033

07-30-2011, 04:32 AM

Any possibility of a hi-res of this picture?

Hi Mate, have added a link to the Hi-Res though its not that great as only 1.2mb

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dangerdan87

07-30-2011, 08:15 AM

At Zero-dark-thirty... a bunch of drunk K-bay Marines from Kilo 1/3, with Soldiers from Schofield Barracks, and Sailors from Pearl Harbor, fought local Hawaiian thugs for the front of the line. Casualties were heavy on both sides, but with superiority of fighting spirit amongst the servicemen, they took and held Mickey D's... ordering everything off the $1 Value Menu. p-)

Note: Air Force and Coast Guard were busy picking up hookers in front of Burger King.

I was gathering intel at the Wiki Wiki when all that was going down...

I'm 3/3

vor033

07-30-2011, 10:01 AM

Marines and sailors with 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, and 1st Tank Battalion work side by side while training to integrate ground troops and tanks during a training exercise at Range 210 Wednesday. The battalions practiced assaulting a MOUT town using live fire and artillery against dummy insurgents – July 2011

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vor033

07-30-2011, 10:30 AM

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Marines attached to Marine Corps Security Forces Company C, 5th Platoon, discuss tactics during a during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. The MCSF provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Station.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/7fc6c6dd.jpg

Lance Cpl. Joshua Filippin, attached to Marine Corps Security Forces Company C, 5th Platoon, shoots during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range Guantanamo Bay, July 26. The MCSF provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Station

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Gunnery Sgt. Shawn Kelley observes Lance Cpl. Joshua Filippin during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Gun Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. Both Marines are attached to Marine Corps Security Forces Company C, 5th Platoon which provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Station.

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A Marine attached to Marine Corps Security Forces Company C, 5th Platoon, conducts a simulated patrol during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. The MCSF provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Stationhttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/1e57b214.jpg

Marines attached to Marine Corps Security Force Company C, 5th Platoon, discuss tactics during a during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. The MCSF provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Stationhttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2bfc035d.jpg

Two Marines attached to Marine Corps Security Force Company C, 5th Platoon, sit on an old watch tower for a break during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/4db1b850.jpg

Marines attached to Marine Corps Security Force Company C, 5th Platoon, conduct a simulated patrol during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. The MCSF provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Station. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/3145e855.jpg

Gunnery Sgt. Shawn Kelley observes Lance Cpl. Joshua Filippin during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Gun Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. Both Marines are attached to Marine Corps Security Forces Company C, 5th Platoon, which provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Stationhttp://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/9a2bd3f1.jpg

Lance Cpl. Nicholas Born conducts a simulated patrol during a live fire exercise at Grenadilo Range on Guantanamo Bay, July 26. Born is attached to Marine Corps Security Forces Company C, 5th Platoon, which provides 24 hour security to both the Joint Task Force and Naval Station.

santana

07-30-2011, 12:25 PM

From sniper thread!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eu6SFML0IZ8&feature=youtu.be

Its 100% worth to watch it!!!!

van_pomidor45

07-30-2011, 12:34 PM

Very good pics... p-)

HollywoodMarine

07-30-2011, 05:45 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-06i6wRwEk

vor033

07-31-2011, 01:33 AM

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PATROL BASE KAKAR, Helmand province, Afghanistan - A Marine from 3rd Platoon, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, fires an M249 squad automatic weapon at the enemy during a firefight July 24 at Observation Post Kakar, Afghanistan. A squad of Marines on patrol from Patrol Base 302 came under attack. Using superior fire power, the Marines at the post suppressed the contact allowing the patrolling Marines to safely return to the base.

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PATROL BASE KAKAR, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Cpl. Brandon Barrone, a squad leader for 3rd Platoon, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, conducts a radio check before beginning a patrol to Patrol Base 302 from Patrol Base Kakar, Afghanistan, July 24. Barrone hails from Las Vegas.

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PATROL BASE KAKAR, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Staff Sgt. Joshua Mast, the platoon sergeant for 3rd Platoon, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, fires the M240B machine gun from the turret during an attack by insurgents on Patrol Base Kakar, Afghanistan, July 24. The attack happened following a patrol and convoy that just left the base. Mast is a Santa Rosa, Calif., native and joined the Marine Corps in 2002.

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PATROL BASE KAKAR, Helmand province, Afghanistan - Lance Cpl. Paul Gammon, an assaultman team leader with 3rd Platoon, Company K, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marines, sights in on insurgents during an attack on Patrol Base Kakar, Afghanistan July 24. “We started taking fires from compounds. So, we returned fire and gained fire superiority,” said Gammon, a native of Tampa, Fla., who graduated from Riverview High School in 2007. “This deployment has been a lot more kinetic than last deployment.”

vor033

07-31-2011, 03:26 AM

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The Marine Corps Color Guard carries both the American and the British nation ensigns at the conclusion of an early morning ceremony held in honor of Marine Barracks Washington's guest of honor commandant general of the British Royal Marines, Maj. Gen. Buster Howes, at the Barracks' historic parade grounds July 27, 2011.

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Marine Barracks Washington hosted commandant general of the British Royal Marines, Maj. Gen. Buster Howes July 27, 2011. Howes, alongside Lt. Col. Jonathan Langlois, the parade commander, and followed by the commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. James Amos, and the MBW commanding officer, Col. Paul Mont****, perform “inspection of troops” during the early morning ceremony held at the Barracks’ historic parade grounds.

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Marine Corps Body Bearers fire canons during an early ceremony in honor of Marine Barracks Washington's guest of honor commandant general of the British Royal Marines, Maj. Gen. Buster Howes, at the Barracks' historic parade grounds July 27, 2011.

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Commandant general of the British Royal Marines, Maj. Gen. Buster Howes, smiles after making remarks of the clever use by historic British Army of a pewter mug to recruit soldiers after being presented with the gift inside of the Drum Room of Centerhouse at Marine Barracks Washington July 27, 2011.

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Commandant general of the British Royal Marines, Maj. Gen. Buster Howes, presents the commanding officer of Marine Barracks Washington, Col. Paul D. Mont****, with a special drum as a gift inside the Drum Room of Centerhouse at the Barracks July 27, 2011. The historic drum will be an addition to two other drums that already hang in the room.

vor033

07-31-2011, 03:49 AM

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Sgt. David Cox, a native of Mechanicsville, Va. and acting drum major for the event, U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, salutes the official party during a Tuesday Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Va., July 26, 2011.
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Cpl. Joseph Kinard, acting adjutant for the event, U.S. Marine Battle Color Detachment, waits for the next command from the parade commander during a Tuesday Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Va., July 26, 2011. http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/0b9b6a1a.jpg

Cpl. Phillip Black, the assistant ceremonial bugler with the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, plays echo taps during the Tuesday Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial July 26, 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/2667b935.jpg

The Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon executes their signature "bursting bomb" formation during a Tuesday Sunset Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Va., July 26, 2011.http://i602.photobucket.com/albums/tt104/vor033/USMC%20-%204/810cff08.jpg

Marine Barracks Washington's battalion sergeant major, Sgt. Maj. Eric J. Stockton, official party member, sergeant major of the Marine Corps, Sgt. Maj. Michael Barrett, the hosting official, and Elaine Rogers, the president and chief executive officer of the United Service Organization Metropolitan Washington, D.C., guest of honor, applaud during a Tuesday Evening Parade at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Va., July 26, 2011.