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A group of U.S and Filipino troops look over a document.

Comparing Notes

U.S. Marines and Philippine airmen compare methods on how to set up a range card during Exercise KAMANDAG 3 at Col. Ernesto Ravina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 9, 2019. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase “Kaagapay Ng Mga Manirigma Ng Dagat,” which translates to “Cooperation of the Warriors of the Sea,” highlighting the partnerships between the U.S. and Philippine militaries.

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