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发帖数: 3365 | 1 At least seven U.S. Marines were killed and seven others were injured during
a mortar firing exercise in Nevada, the Pentagon said today.
The Marines were all from the 2nd Marine Division based at Camp Lejeune, N.C
., and were training at the Hawthorne Army Depot 140 miles southeast of Reno
, Nev., when a mortar exploded shortly before 10 p.m. Monday.
The injured were taken to area hospitals, according to a statement from the
Marines.
Several defense officials say this incident did not appear to involve a
round landing on the troops.
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The mountainous desert terrain of the 230 square mile depot is used as a
training location for special forces since it "provides a realistic
simulation of the situation in Afghanistan," according to the depot's
website. The depot is also used as a storage site for ammunition awaiting
demilitarization.
"We send our prayers and condolences to the families of Marines involved in
this tragic incident. We remain focused on ensuring that they are supported
through this difficult time," Maj. Gen. Raymond C. Fox said in a statement.
"We mourn their loss, and it is with heavy hearts we remember their courage
and sacrifice."
The Marine Corps is notifying families before releasing the identities of
those who were killed and said the conditions of the seven injured Marines
would be shared as information becomes available. |
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