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Lance Cpl. David M. Ortega, 19, from Douglas, Ariz., a gunner with first squad, Security Company, Combat Logistics Battalion 5, 1st Marine Logistics Group, test fires his weapon before a combat logistics patrol Dec. 30. The Marines in Security Co. provide route security for convoys. Their defensive tactics keep the other vehicles out of harm?s way and ensure a safe trip to their destination. They protect the convoy and are responsible for setting up landing zones in case a casualty needs to be evacuated.