011225-N-2383B-518 KANDAHAR (December 25, 2001) -- It's Christmas Day at a forward operating base in Kandahar, Afghanistan as a couple of Marines from the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) share pictures of family and friends recieved from home. The Marines are taking a break before heading out to the front lines to defend and maintain security of the base perimeter. Navy photo by Chief Photographer's Mate Johnny Bivera, Fleet Combat Camera Atlantic (RELEASED). 011225-N-2383B-518 Family Photo in Kandahar

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