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FORWARD OPERATING BASE HIT, Iraq (Dec. 30, 2005) -- The Maritime Special Purpose Force (MSPF) of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) sharpened their marksmanship, tactical driving, and close quarters combat skills during recent training on the Udari Range aboard Camp Buehring, Kuwait. The MSPF is made up of the MEU’s Force and Battalion Reconnaissance, and Surveillance Platoons, and is a sub-unit within the MEU trained to execute a host of specialized combat missions. Such tasking could include; deep reconnaissance, demolition operations, direct action, close quarters battle, and maritime interdiction. The MSPF Marines and sailors participated in live-fire...