Loud bangs come from a small stage at the front of the room. A group performs a traditional Thai drumming demonstration while others display sword fighting techniques for the group of foreign visitors in the audience. Lt. Col. Paul Sellars, commander, 1st Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment looks on in amazement while enjoying the festivities before the first subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) with the Royal Thai Army of 2017.
Source: DVIDS Marines | Author: Joseph Siemandel | Published: Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:38:41 -0500