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    A safety blanket vs. nuclear attack: National Guard troops defend our skies [Image 3 of 4]

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    The image captures a rocket or missile launch from a ground-based facility, with an intense bright white and orange flame at the base and a massive billowing smoke plume rising high into the overcast sky. The launch appears to be occurring at a military or aerospace test facility, evidenced by the surrounding infrastructure including communication towers and light poles. Debris or ejected particles are visible scattered around the smoke column, suggesting a powerful or possibly anomalous ignition event.

    VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    12.15.2010

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    California National Guard Primary   

    A ground-based interceptor is launched from Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., toward a ballistic missile target during a test over the Pacific Ocean on Dec. 15, 2010. (Photo courtesy of the Missile Defense Agency)

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    Date Taken: 12.15.2010
    Date Posted: 12.10.2015 14:16
    Photo ID: 2325922
    VIRIN: 101215-A-AB123-001
    Resolution: 2832x4256
    Size: 3.9 MB
    Location: VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA, US
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    Downloads: 19

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    A large orange Manitowoc crawler crane is lifting and erecting a white rocket or missile marked 'USA' at what appears to be a launch facility in a cold, snowy environment. The rocket is being hoisted vertically into position, with support equipment and personnel visible in the background. The overcast sky and snow-covered ground suggest a northern or arctic location.
    A missile or rocket is captured mid-launch against a clear blue sky, with a large plume of dark orange and white exhaust smoke billowing below it. The sun is visible near the top of the frame, creating a strong starburst lens flare effect. The launch appears to be from a ground-based facility, with flat terrain visible in the background.
    The image captures a rocket or missile launch from a ground-based facility, with an intense bright white and orange flame at the base and a massive billowing smoke plume rising high into the overcast sky. The launch appears to be occurring at a military or aerospace test facility, evidenced by the surrounding infrastructure including communication towers and light poles. Debris or ejected particles are visible scattered around the smoke column, suggesting a powerful or possibly anomalous ignition event.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) camouflage stand at attention on a stone-paved outdoor platform during what appears to be a military ceremony. The center soldier is performing a salute. A U.S. Army flag dated 1775 and a yellow guidon flag are visible, with an ocean or large body of water visible in the background.

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