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Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Jim Russell sits in the middle of the The Janice Griffiths Gallery with his rotund service pug, Mr. Beau, resting on his lap. The dim lights and cool interior of the gallery offer both some relief from the heat of the day as Russell recounts his tale of his life journey from military discipline to artistic expression.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

The Freqs took first place overall in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General's Cup at the 11 Area shopping center, July 23. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

The Freqs took first place overall in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General's Cup at the 11 Area shopping center, July 23. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Marines and Sailors competed in the Military Battle Challenge, Commanding General’s Cup competition at the 11 Area shopping center, July 22. Competitors raced to complete a series of tasks such as scaling a rope net, moving five 40lb. fuel canisters and shooting laser guns. The Military Battle Challenge is a new obstacle course race that tests competitor’s endurance, strength and marksmanship skills against the clock and each other.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Asia J. Sorenson

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission.

The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission. The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission.

The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission. The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission.

The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission. The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission.

The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission. The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission.

The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machinegun, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission. The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machine Gunner, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission.

The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Marines with the Advanced Infantryman, Machine Gunner, Mortarman, Assaultman and Anti-Tank Missileman courses conduct the Final Field Exercise, a live-fire exercise which engages the students’ leadership abilities by allowing them a degree of flexibility in planning and accomplishing a company-wide mission. The courses introduce students to advanced concepts, new technology, techniques tactics and procedures through classroom instruction, lecture, practical application, field training, and live fire exercises.

Photo by Cpl. Shaltiel Dominguez