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U.S. Army artilleryman PFC Sokhoeun Bo (originally from Cambodia),
checks his ground stakes for an M119A2 Howitzer during NORTHERN
EDGE.
PHOTO BY PH1 (SW/ NAC) SPIKE CALL, USN |
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of the drivers of the PSU’s inflatable boats, Canadian Leading
Seaman Rob Boots, said, “I’ve become a more efficient leader
and boat driver. In the course of my career, I’ve gone on various
exercises and missions developing my boat tactics and skills. NORTHERN
EDGE is one of those exercises that has really helped me reach my full
potential.”
Earlier, as the Canadians arrived in Ketchikan on C-130 Hercules aircraft,
Leading Seaman Mike Comrie of the Canadian Navy said he was geared up
for the training. “It’s not everyday you get the chance to
travel to Alaska and be part of a training exercise as large as this
... Let’s hit the sea and let the training begin.” Less than
a week later he got his wish, as PSU 4 boats skimmed across the waves
in Ketchikan’s port to intercept an “enemy” vessel.
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