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    German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge [Image 6 of 12]

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    Military personnel are engaged in a pistol shooting exercise at an outdoor firing range. A soldier in US Army ACU (Army Combat Uniform) is actively firing a pistol with a spent casing visible in the air, while a soldier in a different camouflage pattern (likely German Flecktarn or similar) observes. Additional soldiers in ACUs are visible in the background near a log structure.

    FORT BLISS, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    03.12.2015

    Photo by Spc. Maricris McLane 

    24th Theater Public Affairs Support Element

    Soldiers shoot using the German pistol during the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge qualification from March 9 to 13, 2015, Fort Bliss, Texas. Soldiers go through various events such as swimming, running, pull-up hang, pistol marksmanship and ruck march to earn the German Badge. (U.S. Army photo by: Spc. Maricris C. Cosejo)

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    Date Taken: 03.12.2015
    Date Posted: 03.16.2015 16:09
    Photo ID: 1816660
    VIRIN: 150312-A-ZR018-165
    Resolution: 3988x2658
    Size: 1.07 MB
    Location: FORT BLISS, TEXAS, US
    Web Views: 98
    Downloads: 7

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    A swimmer wearing military camouflage uniform and swim goggles is swimming in an indoor lap pool, appearing to be in the middle of an intense effort as indicated by their gritted teeth and strained expression. The setting appears to be a military or institutional indoor aquatic facility with multiple lanes marked by yellow and black lane dividers. Personnel, likely lifeguards or observers, are visible in the background near elevated lifeguard chairs.
    A muscular man wearing a gray 'ARMY' t-shirt is performing pull-ups on a bar supported by wooden posts. His face shows intense physical exertion with a grimacing expression. The photo is taken at night against a dark background.
    A group of military personnel wearing Army athletic gear and race bibs are lined up at the starting line of a track race at dusk or dawn. The runners wear 'Team Bliss' and 'Army Sports' branded shirts with numbered bibs, and an official in camouflage uniform stands to the right with arms raised, likely signaling the start. The event appears to be a military fitness run or race event at Fort Bliss.
    A nighttime military physical fitness test taking place on a running track, with soldiers in Army PT gear performing exercises. One soldier is visible in a low crawl or push-up position between two orange traffic cones on the track surface. A uniformed officer holding papers appears to be observing and evaluating the participants.
    Two military personnel are positioned in front of a log wall structure. One soldier in US Army ACU (Army Combat Uniform) digital camouflage is in a shooting stance aiming a pistol to the right. A second soldier wearing what appears to be German Bundeswehr desert camouflage uniform with a white armband observes.
    Military personnel are engaged in a pistol shooting exercise at an outdoor firing range. A soldier in US Army ACU (Army Combat Uniform) is actively firing a pistol with a spent casing visible in the air, while a soldier in a different camouflage pattern (likely German Flecktarn or similar) observes. Additional soldiers in ACUs are visible in the background near a log structure.
    Two military personnel from different nations are shaking hands and smiling in what appears to be an outdoor military installation. The soldier on the left wears a US Army uniform with ACU (Army Combat Uniform) pattern, while the soldier on the right wears a German Bundeswehr flecktarn camouflage uniform with the name tape 'SCHADE' and a German flag patch. The interaction appears cordial and friendly, suggesting a bilateral military exchange or meeting.
    Three oval military badges are displayed side by side, each sealed in individual clear plastic packaging. The badges feature identical designs — a spread-winged eagle (Bundesadler) over crossed swords within a laurel wreath — rendered in three different metal finishes: gold, silver, and black/bronze. These appear to be the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (Leistungsabzeichen der Bundeswehr) in its three award grades.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage are running along a paved pathway while carrying heavy rucksacks, likely during a ruck march or physical fitness event. The setting appears to be a military installation, with frost-covered grass, a large pine tree, mountain range in the background, and a multi-story building visible to the right. Additional soldiers can be seen further down the path in the background.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform is running at night, illuminated by a red light source. The individual is carrying a large rucksack/backpack and appears to be in motion, likely during a training exercise or rapid movement drill. A building is faintly visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) is crouching near a tree at night, illuminated by red light. He is wearing a patrol cap and appears to be holding an object, possibly a red-lens flashlight or similar equipment. The red lighting is consistent with tactical night operations, as red light preserves night vision.
    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) is participating in a ruck march or military fitness event organized by Team Bliss Sports. The soldier is wearing full gear including a military backpack and is holding a race bib numbered 537. The event appears to be taking place on a military installation, likely Fort Bliss, Texas, based on the race bib branding.

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