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Exercise Anakonda 2016 - Torun Air Drop [Image 2 of 26]

A large-scale military airborne operation is captured mid-execution, showing dozens of parachutists descending from multiple military transport aircraft against a clear blue sky. At least two large military cargo aircraft, consistent with C-17 Globemaster III type aircraft, are visible on the left side of the frame, having deployed their paratroopers. The parachutes are uniformly colored in a light tan/olive drab, consistent with military static-line parachutes.

TORUN, POLAND

06.07.2016

Photo by Sgt. 1st Class John Fries

326th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment

Two U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III transport planes deliver paratroopers from the U.S. Army's 82nd Airborne Division during Exercise Anakonda 2016, a Polish-led, multinational exercise running from June 7-17, involves approximately 31,000 participants from more than 20 nations and is a premier training event for U.S. Army Europe.

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Date Taken:	06.07.2016
Date Posted:	06.09.2016 05:00
Photo ID:	2644564
VIRIN:	160607-A-TE330-002
Resolution:	2048x1360
Size:	1.25 MB
Location:	TORUN, PL

Web Views:	52
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Two tan/desert-colored military utility terrain vehicles (UTVs) are traversing an open grassy field during what appears to be a training exercise. The vehicles are occupied by personnel in military uniforms and are moving in a loose convoy formation across the terrain. The setting appears to be a military training area with sparse young pine trees and a treeline visible in the background.

A large-scale military airborne operation is captured mid-execution, showing dozens of parachutists descending from multiple military transport aircraft against a clear blue sky. At least two large military cargo aircraft, consistent with C-17 Globemaster III type aircraft, are visible on the left side of the frame, having deployed their paratroopers. The parachutes are uniformly colored in a light tan/olive drab, consistent with military static-line parachutes.

A military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules, is conducting a mass tactical parachute drop against a clear blue sky. Multiple paratroopers are visible at various stages of descent, with several olive/tan-colored round parachutes fully deployed. The image captures a static-line jump operation with jumpers still exiting the aircraft on the right side.

A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is kneeling in a grassy field, gathering and recovering parachute suspension lines and canopy after a parachute landing. The soldier is wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform with a helmet, body armor, and a U.S. flag patch visible on the left shoulder. Multiple pieces of military equipment and gear are scattered on the ground around the soldier.

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A military transport aircraft, identifiable as a C-130 Hercules with 'USAF' markings, is conducting a mass tactical parachute drop against a clear blue sky. Two large white T-10 static-line parachutes are fully deployed in the immediate foreground, with additional paratroopers and deploying chutes visible further behind the aircraft. This appears to be a military airborne operation or training exercise.

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Two tan/desert-colored military utility task vehicles (UTVs) are traversing an open grassy field, raising dust as they move. Multiple soldiers in combat gear are visible both riding in the vehicles and on foot in the background. The setting appears to be a military training exercise or tactical operation in a field environment bordered by dense forest.

A military paratrooper is lying on sandy ground after a parachute landing, still attached to parachute lines and harness. The individual is wearing camouflage uniform, black gloves, and a helmet with goggles. The scene appears to be a landing zone with sparse dry vegetation in the background.

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A military paratrooper is captured mid-descent just above a grassy field, holding parachute risers while approaching landing. A second fully deployed parachute canopy is visible on the ground to the left, indicating another jumper has already landed. The setting appears to be a military drop zone surrounded by a treeline under clear blue skies.

A military paratrooper is descending under a large olive/gray round parachute canopy, appearing to be just above a grassy drop zone. The soldier is in full combat gear including helmet, harness, and equipment pack. Additional paratroopers and deployed parachutes are visible in the background, indicating a mass tactical jump exercise.

A soldier in camouflage uniform and helmet with face paint is kneeling on a grassy field, gathering and packing a large white parachute canopy after a landing. The soldier wears a visible flag patch on the left shoulder, identifiable as the Polish flag. The parachute fabric, suspension lines, and equipment pack are spread across the ground in the foreground.

A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is kneeling on sandy ground, handling what appears to be a parachute bag or equipment pack. The soldier wears Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform with an 82nd Airborne Division patch visible on the left shoulder. A military transport aircraft is visible in the background sky, consistent with an airborne operation or training exercise.

A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered in an open grassy field alongside a large dark green military heavy-duty truck, likely a MAN HX or similar tactical vehicle with a crane/recovery attachment. To the left, there is a pile of equipment, crates, and what appears to be disassembled or damaged materiel on the ground. The scene suggests a field logistics, recovery, or resupply operation.

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A tan/desert-colored military utility vehicle (likely a Polaris MRZR or similar light tactical all-terrain vehicle) is positioned on an open grassy field. Behind the vehicle, a large white parachute or drag chute is visible, suggesting the vehicle has recently been airdropped or is part of an airborne delivery exercise. The background consists of dense green tree line under overcast daylight conditions.

A military paratrooper is shown on the ground after a landing, still connected to parachute suspension lines and risers. The soldier is wearing full combat gear including a camouflage uniform, helmet, and parachute harness with a reserve pack. He appears to be in the process of gathering or releasing his parachute lines in an open field.

A soldier in full combat gear is lying prone in a grassy field, handling a rifle. The soldier is wearing MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform with a tactical helmet equipped with a green identification marker. The image appears to depict a military training exercise or field operation.

A military paratrooper is captured mid-descent, just above ground level, with parachute suspension lines visible extending upward out of frame. The soldier is wearing camouflage uniform and appears to be pulling on the control toggles during final approach to landing. The setting is an open heath or grassland drop zone with a treeline visible in the background.

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A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft assigned to AMC Charleston (tail number 44136) is performing an aerial cargo drop operation. A large military cargo pallet, suspended by parachute deployment lines, has been released from the aircraft's open rear cargo ramp. The image captures the moment shortly after extraction, with the load visibly airborne against a clear blue sky.

A soldier in MultiCam/MTP camouflage uniform stands in an open grassy field while operating a handheld radio with a long whip antenna. He is carrying a tactical backpack with a visible medical cross patch and wearing a camouflage-netted helmet. The setting appears to be a military training exercise or field operation.

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