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    D-Day Jump [Image 8 of 13]

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    A military paratrooper is captured at the moment of landing in a green grassy field, holding parachute control toggles with both hands raised. The parachute canopy above is partially collapsed, indicating the jumper is in the final stage of descent or just touching down. In the background, trees, a building, and what appears to be a small crowd with smoke are visible.

    SAINTE, MANCHE, FRANCE

    06.05.2016

    Photo by Capt. Joseph Bush 

    82nd Airborne Division Artillery

    Paratroopers from France, Germany and the 82nd Airborne Division walk off drop zone together after 320 Paratroopers from the three countries jumped into Sainte-Mere- Eglise, France on June 5, 2016 to commemorate the 72nd Anniversary of D-Day. The Soldiers were greeted with love and hospitality by the people of the Normandy region. U.S. Army photo by Capt. Joe Bush)

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    Date Taken: 06.05.2016
    Date Posted: 06.06.2016 02:58
    Photo ID: 2636195
    VIRIN: 160605-A-BG594-018
    Resolution: 3824x2752
    Size: 615.85 KB
    Location: SAINTE, MANCHE, FR
    Web Views: 81
    Downloads: 17

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    Two soldiers in military camouflage uniforms and helmets are handling what appears to be a parachute canopy on a grassy field after a landing. One soldier is seated on the ground while the other stands, both working together to gather or fold the dark-colored parachute. In the background, a crowd of spectators and parked vehicles are visible along a tree line, suggesting this is a public demonstration or airshow event.
    A group of soldiers from at least two different nations are walking across an open grassy field carrying parachute packs on their backs. The soldiers appear to have recently completed a parachute jump, as evidenced by the packed parachutes they are carrying. The mixed uniforms suggest this is a multinational military exercise or joint training operation.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage and a combat helmet is kneeling in a grassy field, gathering and bundling a deployed parachute after a landing. Patches visible on the uniform indicate affiliation with the 82nd Airborne Division and Ranger qualification. The setting appears to be an open drop zone with trees visible in the background.
    A military transport aircraft, identifiable by its four turboprop engines with distinctive multi-blade propellers consistent with an Airbus A400M Atlas, is photographed from below during an active airborne operation. Multiple paratroopers are visible in various stages of deployment, with static lines still attached and parachutes in different phases of inflation. One fully deployed round parachute canopy with a grid pattern is clearly visible to the upper right of the frame.
    A military mass tactical parachute jump is underway, with multiple paratroopers having exited a large military transport aircraft visible at the bottom of the frame. Numerous parachutes in various stages of deployment are visible throughout the image, ranging from fully inflated canopies to recently deployed chutes still opening. The overcast sky provides a neutral gray background that silhouettes the aircraft and jumpers.
    A military mass tactical parachute jump is underway, with numerous paratroopers deploying from a large four-engine turboprop aircraft viewed from below. The aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules type, is silhouetted against an overcast gray sky with multiple round parachute canopies visible at various stages of deployment. This appears to be a large-scale airborne military exercise or operation.
    A military paratrooper is descending under a large olive-drab/green round parachute canopy against an overcast sky. The parachutist appears to be in full combat gear and is holding the risers/control toggles. A smaller reserve or secondary parachute is also visible below the main canopy.
    A military paratrooper is captured at the moment of landing in a green grassy field, holding parachute control toggles with both hands raised. The parachute canopy above is partially collapsed, indicating the jumper is in the final stage of descent or just touching down. In the background, trees, a building, and what appears to be a small crowd with smoke are visible.
    A military paratrooper descends under a large olive-drab/gray round parachute canopy in overcast, hazy conditions. A reserve parachute is also visible below the main canopy. In the background to the right, a military transport aircraft — consistent with a C-130 Hercules or similar turboprop — is visible flying away through the fog.
    A U.S. Army soldier from the 82nd Airborne Division stands in a green field wearing full combat gear including a camouflage helmet and parachute pack. The soldier is facing left in profile view, observing a large crowd gathered in the background near what appears to be a commemorative or airborne demonstration event. The setting appears to be a European countryside, likely during a D-Day or airborne anniversary commemoration.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet interacts with two young children at what appears to be an outdoor military demonstration or public event. A young boy wearing glasses and a blue vest is receiving or exchanging a small object with the soldier, while a girl in an orange cap and white shirt looks on. A large crowd of spectators is visible in the background on a grassy hillside.
    A military ceremony or greeting is taking place between soldiers from at least two different nations. A soldier in French Army camouflage uniform and dark navy beret is rendering a salute to a soldier in US Army MultiCam/OCP pattern uniform wearing a maroon/red beret. Multiple soldiers are visible in the background, suggesting a formal multinational military event or exercise.
    A military ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a decoration or award pinning event between soldiers from two different nations. A soldier in French Army camouflage uniform with a red beret is pinning something onto a U.S. Army soldier wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a maroon beret. The U.S. soldier is smiling broadly, suggesting this is a positive recognition event, possibly a joint allied forces ceremony.

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