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Marines create a cloud of smoke as they fire a howitzer.

Weapons Training

Marines operate an M777 towed 155 mm howitzer during a weapons and tactics course for instructors in Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 30, 2017. The seven-week event provides standardized advanced tactical training. The Marines are assigned to 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rhita Daniel

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