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An Afghan National Army soldier displays his certificate of completion during a graduation ceremony at Camp Shorabak, Afghanistan, Aug. 30, 2017. Approximately 70 engineer soldiers with various units from 215th Corps graduated from a route clearance course, which was led by U.S. advisors. The curriculum focused on developing the Afghan’s tactics and procedures when locating and clearing improvised explosive devices and mines, helping to improve mobility of troops and supplies on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins) - An Afghan National Army soldier displays his certificate of completion during a graduation ceremony at Camp Shorabak, Afghanistan, Aug. 30, 2017. Approximately 70 engineer soldiers with various units from 215th Corps graduated from a route clearance course, which was led by U.S. advisors. The curriculum focused on developing the Afghan’s tactics and procedures when locating and clearing improvised explosive devices and mines, helping to improve mobility of troops and supplies on the battlefield. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)

Afghan National Army soldiers with 215th Corps check for notional improvised explosive devices around a Humvee at Camp Shorabak, Afghanistan, July 13, 2017. Several U.S. Marine counter IED advisors recently began a route clearance course with approximately 70 Afghan soldiers, which is designed to enhance the maneuverability of 215th Corps units, supplies and civilians throughout Helmand Province. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins) - Afghan National Army soldiers with 215th Corps check for notional improvised explosive devices around a Humvee at Camp Shorabak, Afghanistan, July 13, 2017. Several U.S. Marine counter IED advisors recently began a route clearance course with approximately 70 Afghan soldiers, which is designed to enhance the maneuverability of 215th Corps units, supplies and civilians throughout Helmand Province. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Lucas Hopkins)