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A Marine special response team conducts hostage scenario training in Laurel Bay, S.C., Feb. 4, 2016. The team responded by using personal protective equipment and tactics. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonah Lovy

Hostage Situation Training

A Marine special response team conducts hostage scenario training in Laurel Bay, S.C., Feb. 4, 2016. The team responded by using personal protective equipment and tactics. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jonah Lovy

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