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China Lake, Calif. (Nov. 6, 2006) – Sailors from Naval Coastal Warfare Squadron Five and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Group One shoot the M-16 at a target 25 yards away for a weapons qualification course during a joint task force exercise. In January, the Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) combined EOD, Naval Coastal Warfare, Navy Expeditionary Logistics Support functions and Seabees together under one command. NECC integrates all war-fighting requirements for expeditionary combat and combat support elements. This transformation allows for standardized training, manning, and equipping of Sailors who will participate in the global war on terrorism as part of the joint force. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jose R. Rolun (RELEASED)