Marines assigned to 2nd Platoon Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, search for improvised explosive devices, outside of a tactical vehicle during a security patrol in Helmand province, Afghanistan on June 9, 2014. Two Marines from each vehicle ensure the area of operation is safe for the rest of the platoon to conduct operations unimpeded. (Official Marine Corps photo by Cpl. John A. Martinez ) 1-2 Alpha Company Overnight Patrol 140609-M-SG166-191

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