RIFLE RELOAD A U.S. Marine loads his M-4 service rifle before leaving Patrol Base Hasaan Abad in Helmand province, Afghanistan, July 1, 2009. The Marine, assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, is part of a military effort to restrict the freedom of movement of enemies, and help restore peace and prosperity to the local populace. SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.04 MB) Credit: VIRIN: 670547-B-CNM19-989.jpg Photo Gallery