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    Coalition Build Partner Capacity Operations continue in Iraq

    82nd Abn. assists in training Iraqi soldiers

    Photo By Sgt. Cody Quinn | Sgt. Ethan Wilson, a cavalry scout with Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment,...... read more read more

    (UNDISCLOSED LOCATION)

    04.01.2015

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    Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve   

    SOUTHWEST ASIA - Thirty-one photos illustrating build partner capacity operations near Taji, Iraq, are now available.

    Coalition countries in the Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve have committed more 1,500 troops to train, advise and assist Iraqi Security Forces at four locations in Iraq.

    The photos were taken during a six-week training course in March to prepare Iraqi Security Forces for operations against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant.

    For high resolution photos, please visit the following links:

    1. https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848204/82nd-abn-assists-iraqi-soldiers-training

    2. https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848147/iraqi-soldiers-conduct-physical-training-with-82nd-airborne

    3. https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848286/iraqi-soldiers-receive-rifles

    4. https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848475/iraqi-soldiers-fire-range#.VRwMfcnn_qA

    5. https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848433/iraqi-tank-breaches-obstacle#.VRwMJcnn_qA

    6. https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848642/82nd-abn-assists-training-iraqi-soldiers#.VRwLz8nn_q


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Sgt. Ethan Wilson, a cavalry scout with Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, explains how to properly withdraw from an overwhelming enemy force during a training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Iraqi soldiers, in week four of a six-week training course with U.S. and coalition advisers, rehearsed changing positions to reengage enemy forces during the training. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. are deployed to Iraq to advise and assist the Iraqi Army in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army squad leader with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, gives instructions to one of his soldiers while U.S. Army paratroopers with Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, look on during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Throughout the training, Iraqi Army small unit leaders took charge of their soldiers in accomplishing their missions. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, uses a hand signal to shift his squad into the proper formation during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Iraqi soldiers use a variety of hand signals to change the formations that best fit the situation. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)





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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army squad leader, left, with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, leads his soldiers as they move to an assault position during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Iraqi soldiers rehearsed overcoming enemies from a distance during the training event, which was part of a six-week training course with U.S. and coalition advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, runs for cover from a simulated tank while his comrades provide covering fire during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Iraqi soldiers rehearsed reacting to a variety of different situations during their training, which was part of a six-week course with U.S. and coalition advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Spc. Alaa Jaza, an Arabic linguist attached to Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, advises Iraqi army soldiers with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, on how to set battle positions to avoid friendly fire during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Army linguists like Jaza help U.S. Soldiers communicate effectively with their Iraqi counterparts during training events. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. are deployed to Iraq to advise and assist the Iraqi Army in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Sgt. Eric Labezzari, right, a New York City native and cavalry scout with Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, leads Iraqi army soldiers with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, into an assault position during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Paratroopers with Troop A are sharing tactics and techniques with their Iraqi counterparts during a six-week training course to help in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJFT-OIR Public Affairs)


    https://www.dvidshub.net/image/1848621/iraqi-soldiers-training-advised-82nd-abn Staff CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Sgt. Kraig Walker, left, a cavalry scout, and Sgt. Michael Graziani, a combat engineer, both with Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, discuss the best approach for assisting Iraqi army soldiers with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. are deployed to Iraq to advise and assist the Iraqi Army in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)








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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Sgt. Michael Graziani, a combat engineer attached to Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, demonstrates where Iraqi army soldiers with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, should move to fire on an enemy during a training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Iraqi army soldiers rehearsed attacking techniques and reacting to enemy fire during the exercise, which was part of a six-week course led by American and other coalition advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, looks down his rifle while walking toward a simulated enemy during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. Iraqi army soldiers spent three weeks in an advanced training course with U.S. Army paratroopers with Company C, 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division to improve their combat skills. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army engineer with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, moves barbed wire out of the way of his fellow soldiers during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. Iraq Army engineers cleared simulated improvised explosive devices, mines and other obstacles for Iraqi army soldiers and tanks during the culminating exercise of a three-week advanced training course with U.S. advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)




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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, run through an obstacle during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. The barbed wire and hill were some of several obstacles on a course created by Iraqi army engineers, with advice from U.S. Army paratroopers of the 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division.
    There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, move to cover while under simulated enemy fire during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. The exercise brought together all the lessons members of the 72nd Bde., 15th Div., learned during their three-week advanced training course with U.S. Army advisers that focused on company-level movement and

    communication. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, walks toward a building during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. Removing enemies from a series of buildings was the final step of the exercise, which came at the end of a three-week advanced training course with U.S. advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army tank clears an obstacle while an Iraqi army Soldier the 72nd Brigade, 15th Iraqi Army Division, looks on at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. Iraqi soldiers with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, participated in a combined

    training exercise that included tanks, helicopters, engineers and infantry at the conclusion of their three-week advanced training course with U.S. advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affair )


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, sprints forward as other soldiers simulate covering fire during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. The Iraq Army soldiers' ability to communicate and move together was put to the test during the exercise, which came at the end of their three-week advanced training course with U.S. advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, prepare to breach an earthen obstacle during a combined-arms training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. The exercise was the culmination of a three-week advanced training course with U.S. advisers, and included fighting off an enemy ambush, reacting to mortar attacks, clearing obstacles and capturing buildings. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, simulates shooting at the enemy during a combined training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, Sunday, March 22, 2015. The fire behind the soldier produced smoke to create a realistic battlefield environment during the exercise. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)







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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, fires at a target during a range at Camp Taji, Iraq, Saturday, March 21, 2015. As part of a six-week training course with U.S. and coalition advisers, Iraqi army soldiers spent time at the range to improve their accuracy and adjust the sights on their rifles. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers with the 73rd Brigade, 15th Division, fire at targets as paratroopers with Troop A, 5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, watch at Camp Taji, Iraq, Saturday, March 21, 2015. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. are deployed to Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve to advise and assist Iraqi


    Security Forces in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers receive a demonstration from an infantryman with Company C, 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, on how to secure a room during a squad-level exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 5, 2015. One of the primary areas of instruction for the IA trainees is urban combat operations. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. deployed to Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve to advise and assist Iraqi Security Forces in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)











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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier moves through a doorway during a squad-level room clearance rehearsal at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 5, 2015. Iraqi soldiers, with advice and assistance from U.S. and coalition trainers, are refining their combat skills in urban operations and enhancing their capabilities for their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier simulates checking a window for threats during building clearance rehearsals at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 5, 2015. Iraqi soldiers, with assistance from U.S. and coalition trainers, are refining their combat skills in urban operations to increase their capabilities in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner


    capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers practice securing a room during a training event at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 5, 2015. Iraqi soldiers are in the midst of a three-week advanced training course, which includes refining their combat skills for urban operations in the fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier examines his newly issued rifle during training at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 6, 2015. Iraqi soldiers participated in a three-week advanced

    training course with U.S. and coalition advisers. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier walks with his newly issued rifle while his fellow soldiers wait to receive theirs during training at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 6, 2015. Approximately 500 soldiers with the 72nd Brigade, 15th Division, were issued rifles during their training. There are currently 4,800 Iraqi troops in training at four building partner capacity sites in Iraq, with 3,000 of those troops entering training three weeks ago. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi Army trainees and an infantryman with 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, perform push-ups during a morning physical training session at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 4, 2015. Iraqi Army soldiers conduct physical training for an hour each morning. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. deployed to Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task
    Force-Operation Inherent Resolve to advise and assist Iraqi Security Forces in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers and an infantryman with 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, run during an early-morning physical training session at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 4, 2015. Iraqi Army soldiers performed morning runs to improve their stamina on the battlefield. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. deployed to Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve to advise and assist Iraqi Security Forces in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)




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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers react to indirect fire while a combat engineer with 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team,
    82nd Airborne Division, uses a megaphone to simulate a mortar attack for at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 3, 2015. Iraqi soldiers were preparing to respond and defeat artillery strikes from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. deployed to Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve to advise and assist Iraqi Security Forces in their fight against ISIL. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)


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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - An Iraqi army soldier simulates holding a rifle on patrol during a react to fire exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 3, 2015. Iraqi soldiers at Camp Taji are currently in the beginning phase of training for urban operations, designed to enhance their capabilities to fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)



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    CAMP TAJI, Iraq - Iraqi army soldiers secure an area, during a assault an objective simulation while an infantryman with 2nd Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, watches at Camp Taji, Iraq, March 3, 2015. Iraqi soldiers rehearsed creating safe areas during the training event. Soldiers from the 82nd Abn. Div. are deployed to Iraq as part of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve to advise and assist Iraqi Security Forces in their fight against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cody Quinn, CJTF-OIR Public Affairs)

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