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U.S. Marines prepare an 81mm mortar system during a crewed-served weapons competition on Mount Bundey Training Area, Australia, June 19, 2014. The competition was designed to test the Marines' proficiency with various weapons systems.

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U.S. Marines prepare an 81mm mortar system during a crewed-served weapons competition on Mount Bundey Training Area, Australia, June 19, 2014. The competition was designed to test the Marines' proficiency with various weapons systems.

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