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Marines pull the firing mechanism on a Howitzer.

Howitzer Hoist

Marines fire an M777 Howitzer during training at Mount Bundey Training Area, Northern Territory, Australia, Aug. 9, 2018. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Wetzel

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