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An Osprey approaches a Howitzer on the ground from the air.

Howitzer Hoist

Marines prepare to attach an M777 howitzer to an MV-22 Osprey at Mount Bundey Training Area, Australia, Aug. 25, 2018, during Exercise Koolendong, a Marine Rotational Force Darwin exercise. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Wetzel

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