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    French Legion of Honor [Image 8 of 8]

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    A press conference or media interview is taking place at what appears to be an air show or military aviation exhibition, with several uniformed military personnel being interviewed by multiple journalists. The setting features military aircraft, including what appears to be a Dassault Rafale fighter jet, in the background. French flags and exhibition signage are visible, suggesting this may be the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget.

    LE BOURGET AIRPORT, FRANCE

    06.12.2015

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane  

    U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa   

    Staff Sgt. Greggory Swarz speaks to French media following a ceremony at which he was awarded the French Legion of Honor at Le Bourget Airport during the International Paris Air Show, June 15, 2015. Swarz was recognized for his heroic actions on Jan. 26, 2015, when he saved the lives of three French airmen after a Hellenic air force F-16 Fighting Falcon crashed into the parking ramp at Los Llanos Air Base, Spain, during Tactical Leadership Program 15-1. Swarz is a 492nd Aircraft Maintenance Unit electrical environmental systems specialist assigned to RAF Lakenheath, U.K. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Tech. Sgt. Ryan Crane)

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    Date Taken: 06.12.2015
    Date Posted: 06.15.2015 13:42
    Photo ID: 2001546
    VIRIN: 150615-F-RN211-196
    Resolution: 4256x2832
    Size: 5.7 MB
    Location: LE BOURGET AIRPORT, FR
    Web Views: 95
    Downloads: 8

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    A formal speaking event is taking place at what appears to be an international defense or aerospace trade exhibition, identifiable by the 'US Pavilion' branding and 'Ask America First!' signage. A woman is delivering a speech at a podium on a blue-carpeted stage, surrounded by international flags and a large audience including military personnel, officials, and media. The venue appears to be a large convention hall with multiple exhibitor booths visible in the background.
    A group of approximately 15-20 formally dressed individuals are participating in a ribbon-cutting ceremony, likely marking the opening of a facility, exhibition, or official event. The participants are holding scissors and a red, white, and blue ribbon while posing for photographs. The setting appears to be an indoor venue decorated with blue architectural elements and flags in the background.
    The image shows a French Légion d'Honneur medal at the Chevalier (Knight) rank, displayed on a dark red velvet cushion with gold fringe. A placard above the medal bears the official French inscription conferring the honor in the name of the President of the Republic. The setting appears to be a formal investiture ceremony.
    A formal military ceremony is taking place at what appears to be an international air show, likely the Paris Air Show based on the French flags and visible signage. A speaker addresses attendees from a podium on a red carpet, flanked by military personnel in dress uniforms from multiple nations. A large crowd of media photographers, videographers, and dignitaries surrounds the ceremony.
    A medal pinning ceremony is taking place involving U.S. Air Force personnel in dress blue uniforms. A civilian in a dark suit is pinning what appears to be a French Légion d'honneur or similar foreign decoration with a red ribbon onto the uniform of an Airman identified by nameplate as 'SWARZ'. The setting appears to be an outdoor venue with military aircraft visible in the background.
    A close-up photograph of a United States Air Force dress uniform worn by a service member named 'SWARZ'. The uniform displays multiple medals, ribbons, and insignia on the left chest, including what appears to be a Legion of Honor medal with a red ribbon. A second uniformed individual is partially visible on the right edge of the frame.
    A formal military ceremony or group photo featuring personnel in US Air Force dress uniforms alongside individuals in French military dress uniforms and civilian attire. The group is posed on a red carpet in front of what appears to be a military helicopter. Several individuals are wearing medals and decorations, suggesting an awards or diplomatic event.
    A press conference or media interview is taking place at what appears to be an air show or military aviation exhibition, with several uniformed military personnel being interviewed by multiple journalists. The setting features military aircraft, including what appears to be a Dassault Rafale fighter jet, in the background. French flags and exhibition signage are visible, suggesting this may be the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget.

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