Today's Photos - Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010

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South Korea

South Korean Army soldiers march along railroad tracks during their military exercise near Imjingak pavilion, near the demilitarised zone separating the two Koreas in Paju, about 55 km (34 miles) north of Seoul, November 2, 2010.

South Korean Army soldiers wait for their departure besides barbed wire fences during their military exercise near Imjingak pavilion, near the demilitarised zone separating the two Koreas in Paju, about 55 km (34 miles) north of Seoul, November 2, 2010.

South Korean Army soldiers in full gear wait for their departure beside a fence during their military exercise near Imjingak pavilion, near the demilitarised zone separating the two Koreas in Paju, about 55 km (34 miles) north of Seoul, November 2, 2010.

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Ivory Coast

A local hunter (L) called Dozo, along with soldiers, stands guard on October 31, 2010 at a polling station in Bouake. Voters turned out in large numbers in key cities in Ivory Coast's first election in a decade aimed at ending years of political turmoil in the divided former West African powerhous.

New Forces Chief of Staff, General Soumaila Bakayoko (C), escorted by spokesman Affoussi Bamba (R) arrives at a polling station in Bouake on October 31, 2010 during the presidential elections.

New Forces Chief of Staff, General Soumaila Bakayoko, casts his ballot at a polling station in Bouake on October 31, 2010 during the presidential elections.

New Forces Chief of Staff, General Soumaila Bakayoko, shows his electoral card after casting his ballot at a polling station in Bouake on October 31, 2010 during the presidential elections.

A soldier from former New Forces rebel army stands guard as Ivorians stand in line to vote in the presidential elections on October 31, 2010 in Bouake. Voters turned out in large numbers in key cities in Ivory Coast's first election in a decade Sunday aimed at ending years of political turmoil in the divided former West African powerhouse.

Ivory Coast soldiers are briefed ahead of presidential elections, at a military camp of Koumassi in Abidjan October 26, 2010. The slogan on the T-shirt reads: "I vote, you vote, everyone wins!". Ivory Coast's presidential elections are scheduled for October 31.

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Ivory Coast's former President and presidential election candidat Henri Konan Bedie casts his vote on October 31, 2010 at a polling station in Abidjan. Voters turned out in large numbers in key cities in Ivory Coast's first election in a decade Sunday aimed at ending years of political turmoil in the divided former West African powerhouse.

Ivory Coast's President Laurent Gbagbo, also a presidential candidate for FPI "Ivorian Popular Front", arrives for his last campaign rally at the main stadium of Abidjan October 29, 2010. Ivorians will vote on Sunday in their first presidential election in more than a decade, one they hope will draw a line under years of war, instability and under-investment in their once prosperous West African nation.

Soldiers instruct a young supporter of incumbent President Laurent Gbagbo to climb back up into the stands after he jumped down onto the stadium field at Gbagbo's final campaign rally in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, on the last day of campaigning ahead of Sunday's presidential election. Ivory Coast, the world's largest cocoa producer, has been overdue for an election since 2005 when President Gbagbo's term ended. Gbagbo is running ahead in polls, followed closely by former President Henri Konan Bedie and former Prime Minister Alassane Ouattara.

Soldiers are briefed ahead of presidential elections at a military camp of Koumassi in Abidjan October 26, 2010. Ivory Coast's presidential elections are scheduled for October 31.

A soldier reads a tract during a briefing ahead of presidential elections at a military camp of Koumassi in Abidjan October 26, 2010. Ivory Coast's presidential elections are scheduled for October 31. The words on the front page read: "What you need to know to go to vote".

Former Ivory Coast Transportation Minister and leader of the Union for Democracy and Peace in Ivory Coast Albert Mabri Toikeusse waves to his supporters at Attecoube market in Abidjan during the presidential election campaign rally in Abidjan on October 24, 2010, ahead of the October 31 presidential elections. With posters stuck up all over Abidjan and rallies planned, the presidential election campaign began in Ivory Coast after a decade of crisis and the division of the country by a rebellion.

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Now a few pictures from Afghanistan.

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Helmand, Afghanistan

Sgt. Thomas James Brennan (2nd L) of Randolph, Massachusetts from the 1st Battalion 8th Marines Alpha Company shouts to his comrades to keep out of the line of fire from Taliban insurgents during a firefight in the town of Nabuk in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province, November 1, 2010.

HN. Donald Howard (2nd R) of Columbus, Ohio checks on concussed Alpha Company 1st Battalion 8th Marines Sgt. Thomas James Brennan (L) of Randolph, Massachusetts, LCpl. James Roche (2nd L), LCpl. John Chun, both of New Jersey and LCpl. James Edward Orr (R) of Eufaula, Alabama in a compound offering cover after rocket propelled grenades exploded near their positions during a battle against Taliban insurgents in the town of Nabuk in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province, November 1, 2010.

Cpl. Shaun Clarkson of New Jersey, from the 1st Battalion 8th Marines Alpha Company ducks from incoming fire from Taliban insurgents while reaching for more ammunition during a gun battle in the town of Nabuk in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province, November 1, 2010.

SSgt. Ysidro (L) Gonzalez of Alice, Texas, from the 1st Battalion 8th Marines Alpha Company bends over from fatigue upon returning to base after an intense battle against Taliban insurgents that lasted several hours and led to four Marine casualties in the town of Nabuk in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province, November 1, 2010.

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A concussed Sgt. Thomas James Brennan (C) of Randolph, Massachusetts rests in a compound offering cover after a rocket propelled grenade exploded near his position during a battle against Taliban insurgents in the town of Nabuk in southern Afghanistan's Helmand province, November 1, 2010.

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Polish soldiers during routine patrol on Highway 1, Ghazni province, Afghanistan

For the first time paratroopers has used Polish C-130. In spring 2011 paratroopers will used them to drop vehicles and heavy gear. Hercules were used to drop 79 trays and 200 paratroopers

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Nice pix all!

A Macedonian army Mi-24 helicopter fires rockets during the "Balkan Flash 2010" military exercise at Krivolak army training centre, 120 km (75 miles) northeast of Skopje, November 2, 2010.

A Macedonian army Mi-24 helicopter fires a weapons system during the "Balkan Flash 2010" military exercise at Krivolak army training centre, 120 km (75 miles) northeast of Skopje, November 2, 2010. 1200 participants are taking part in the exercise being conducted under the watchful eye of army inspectors from almost every NATO-member country, for a NATO level 2 combat readiness evaluation. The Macedonian army has so far received acclamations for its preparation for NATO membership and its participation in military missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, local media reported.

Macedonian army soldiers advance in a line during a military exercise the 'Balkan Flash 2010' at Krivolak army training center, 120 kms north-east of Skopje, on November 2, 2010. The infantry unit of 1200 is taking place under the watchful eye of army inspectors from almost every NATO-member country for NATO level 2 combat redlines evaluation. The Macedonian army has so far received acclamations for its preparation for NATO membership and its participation in military missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, local media reported.

[flanker7]

Αny info on the coaxial water bottle dispenser...?

[peter.pl]

Hehe
Just protecting MG. Dust etc.

[Clear_blues]

Here's to the Ivory Coast's future

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York, PA - AStaff Sgt. Adam ****myer had stood guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, but he wished to do more for his country, his grandmother, Nancy ****myer, said.
The 26-year-old went through training and deployed in June to Afghanistan.
Staff Sgt. Adam ****myer was killed Thursday by a roadside bomb while he was on foot patrol in the Kandahar Province, according to military news releases.
"He gave his all, and my heart is heavy," Nancy ****myer, of Heidelberg Township, said.
Adam ****myer was born in Glen Rock and spent the first eight years of his childhood in York County before his family moved to North Carolina.
His aunt, Lisa Shearer of Windsor Township, said that her nephew didn't want to move away from York County. So she and her husband, Lee, invited him to stay for part of one summer.
Adam ****myer and his cousin, Shane Shearer, hung out with the neighborhood children, played capture the flag and turned the Shearers' backyard into a baseball field, Lisa Shearer said.
He graduated from Carver High School in North Carolina in 2002 and joined the Army that fall.
Adam ****myer guarded the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from 2003 to 2009, according to his obituary.
He got married three years ago in a military-style wedding with a reception at the officers' club, Nancy ****myer said. "It was so beautiful," she said.
Adam ****myer and his wife, Melinda, visited York County about a year ago before he went for his training to be sent overseas. The large family met at the Embers Steakhouse & Seafood restaurant in Springettsbury Township.
"We just had a good time and talked," the grandmother said.
Nancy ****myer and her daughter, Lisa Shearer, recently sent a package of goodies to Adam ****myer. The bundle included razor blades to share with his platoon, beef jerky and two movies, "Date Night" and "Green Zone," Shearer said.
****myer's wife told them that he did receive the package and that he appreciated it, Shearer said.
Nancy ****myer, who is now the oldest in her family, said her grandson's death is not fair.
"He was so young and hasn't lived his life," she said.
About Staff Sgt. Adam L. ****myer
Staff Sgt. Adam L. ****myer, 26, of Winston Salem, N.C., was an Infantryman assigned to Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 502th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). He joined the Army in Oct. 2002 and arrived at Fort Campbell in Nov. 2009.
His awards and decorations include: Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal; Army Achievement Medal; Army Superior Unit Award; Army Good Conduct Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Army Service Ribbon; Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon; Air Assault Badge; Expert Infantry Badge; Parachutists Badge; Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Identification Badge and Marksmanship Qualification Expert Badge.
Source: Fort Campbell, Ky. news release

11/1/2010 - A U.S. Army carry team transfers the remains of Army Staff Sgt. Adam L. ****myer, of Winston Salem, N.C., at Dover Air Force Base, Del., Oct. 29, 2010. ****myer was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 502nd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky. (U.S. Air Force photo/Roland Balik)

This is the second friend I've lost in Afghanistan. I played ball with this kid back when I was younger, grew up with him and his cousin. I will always remember how dorky he was, and how I would have never guessed that he would join the armed forces. - RIP -

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In memory of fallen Polish soldiers all over the world

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Macedonian army soldiers fire with live ammunition during a military drill named Balkan Flash 2010 in the military training area Krivolak in central Macedonia, Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010. The drill that includes over 1200 troops is evaluated by NATO.

A Macedonian army soldier fires his weapon atop of an armored personal carrier during a live ammunition military drill named Balkan Flash 2010 in the military training area Krivolak in central Macedonia, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010. The drill that includes over 1,200 troops is evaluated by NATO.

Macedonian army female soldiers observe a military drill named Balkan Flash 2010 in the military training area Krivolak in central Macedonia, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010. The drill that includes over 1,200 troops is evaluated by NATO.

Macedonian army soldiers walk during the "Balkan Flash 2010" military exercise at Krivolak army training centre, 120 km (75 miles) northeast of Skopje, November 2, 2010. 1200 participants are taking part in the exercise being conducted under the watchful eye of army inspectors from almost every NATO-member country, for a NATO level 2 combat readiness evaluation. The Macedonian army has so far received acclamations for its preparation for NATO membership and its participation in military missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, local media reported.

Macedonian army soldiers pass armored personal carriers during a live ammunition military drill named Balkan Flash 2010 in the military training area Krivolak in central Macedonia, on Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010. The drill that includes over 1,200 troops is evaluated by NATO.

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Command Sgt. Maj.Brian Vogl helps transport a Czech soldier wounded by insurgents during a cordon and search operationa in Wa' khan village at Joint Multinational Readiness Center. The 170th Inf. Bde. conducted its mission readiness excercise during the month of October at Joint Multinational Training Command and JMRC in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan.

Czech soldiers clear a building and search for weapons caches during a cordon and search operation at Wa' khan village at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center. The 170th Inf. Bde. conducted its mission readiness excercise during the month of October at Joint Multinational Training Command and JMRC in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan.

Czech soldiers move a wounded comrade to a casualty collection point during a cordon and search operation in Wa' khan village at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center. The 170th Inf. Bde. conducted its mission readiness excercise during the month of October at Joint Multinational Training Command and JMRC in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan.

Staff Sgt. Allan Triplett pulls security with Czech soldiers during a cordon and search operation in Wa' khan village at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center.The 170th Inf. Bde. conducted its mission readiness excercise during the month of October at Joint Multinational Training Command and JMRC in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan.

A Czech soldier searches an insurgent during a cordon and search operation in Wa' khan village at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center. The 170th Inf. Bde. conducted its mission readiness excercise during the month of October at Joint Multinational Training Command and JMRC in preparation for their deployment to Afghanistan

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Picattiny on the buttstocks? Any idea?


Etrex FTW!!!