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    Mineman 3rd Class Phillip Sweet prepares to operate the mine neutralization [Image 175 of 202]

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    Mineman 3rd Class Phillip Sweet prepares to operate the mine neutralization

    MANAMA, BAHRAIN

    08.18.2005

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    Mineman 3rd Class Phillip Sweet, of Eagle Point, Ore., prepares to operate the mine neutralization vehicle (MNV) aboard USS Dextrous (MCM 13) during . The ship, one of four mine warfare ships forward deployed in the U.S. Naval Central Command area of responsibility, employs mine hunting, sweeping and neutralization capabilities in support of maritime security operations (MSO). MSO sets the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. MSO deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons, or other material.
    Official Navy Photo by Navy Journalist 2nd Class Elton Shaw

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    Date Taken: 08.18.2005
    Date Posted: 08.29.2005 16:24
    Photo ID: 9065
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 585.81 KB
    Location: MANAMA, BH

    Web Views: 380
    Downloads: 68

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