(e.g. yourname@email.com)

Forgot Password?

    Digital Visual Information Distribution System Logo

    Honoring Our Fallen Service Members at Camp Eggers, Afghanistan [Image 5 of 7]

    Issued by: on
    VIRIN:
    Date Created:
    City:
    State:
    Country:
    A close-up photograph of a military dog tag hanging from a ball chain necklace against a warm, bokeh-lit background. The tag bears embossed text identifying a soldier with the name Robinson, dated 1 March 2009, associated with Fort Dix, New Jersey. The warm candlelight or ambient lighting in the background creates a solemn, memorial atmosphere.

    CAMP EGGERS, AFGHANISTAN

    05.31.2010

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Christopher Mobley 

    NATO Training Mission Afghanistan

    A ceremony held in honor of all fallen comrades of all wars and all nations is held at Camp Eggers, Kabul, Afghanistan. During a speech by Lt. Gen. William B. Caldwell, IV, the question was asked, "What does it takes for a regular citizen to rise to the challenge and be willing to make the ultimate sacrifice in service to their nation?" Caldwell answers the question, "The values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless-service, honor, integrity, and personal courage," adding that each and every nation shows these values in their service to their countries. Caldwell closed his speech by saying, "Let us all use this day to focus our thoughts and prayers to cherish the memory of those loved and lost in the defense of our nations." Camp Eggers is headquarters to NATO Training Command - Afghanistan.

    IMAGE INFO

    Date Taken: 05.31.2010
    Date Posted: 05.31.2010 17:16
    Photo ID: 284892
    VIRIN: 100531-N-6939M-005
    Resolution: 3504x2336
    Size: 1.69 MB
    Location: CAMP EGGERS, AF
    Web Views: 128
    Downloads: 17

    PUBLIC DOMAIN  

    GALLERY

    The image depicts a military 'Battlefield Cross' or 'Battle Cross' memorial arrangement, a traditional tribute to fallen soldiers. Visible are a rifle (barrel pointing upward), combat boots placed on the stock, dog tags hanging from the barrel, and a helmet in the background. Multiple flags are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a formal memorial or ceremony setting.
    A military or law enforcement officer wearing a dark navy uniform with a black beret stands near a row of flagpoles displaying multiple international flags at half-mast. A second person in military camouflage attire is partially visible in the lower foreground. The setting appears to be an official multinational ceremony or memorial event.
    Two military personnel in US Army combat uniforms are using a lighter to ignite or heat a small green paper or cardboard object. The scene appears to take place outdoors at dusk or in low-light conditions near a military structure. One individual is wearing a wedding ring and a patrol cap, while both are focused intently on the task.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated together, likely attending a briefing or event. The central figure, wearing a U.S. Air Force ABU (Airman Battle Uniform) with captain rank insignia and a name tape reading 'SCHMIDT', is looking toward the camera while holding a small booklet or pamphlet. Both U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army personnel are visible in the crowd.
    A close-up photograph of a military dog tag hanging from a ball chain necklace against a warm, bokeh-lit background. The tag bears embossed text identifying a soldier with the name Robinson, dated 1 March 2009, associated with Fort Dix, New Jersey. The warm candlelight or ambient lighting in the background creates a solemn, memorial atmosphere.
    A row of U.S. Army soldiers in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) digital camouflage are seated and holding lit candles during what appears to be a memorial or candlelight vigil ceremony. The foreground soldier wears glasses and a patrol cap with a partially visible name tape, and displays a shoulder patch consistent with NTM-A/CSTC-A (NATO Training Mission-Afghanistan). Multiple candles with green wax catchers are visible extending into the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in ACU (Army Combat Uniform) stands with head bowed during what appears to be a candlelight memorial or vigil ceremony. He is holding a printed program or pamphlet and a candle, surrounded by other military personnel and civilians also holding candles. The warm candlelight illuminates the solemn gathering in an outdoor setting.

    MORE LIKE THIS

    ASSOCIATED NEWS

    Honoring Our fallen Service Members At Camp Eggers, Afghanistan

    CONTROLLED VOCABULARY KEYWORDS

    No keywords found.

    TAGS

    memorial day
    General Officer
    soldiers
    NTM-A2010
    Marines
    Air Force
    Navy
    Army
    Airmen
    Seamen
    camp eggers

    OPTIONS

  •   Register/Login to Download
  •   Validate Your Account to Download
  •   Connect My Placements
  •   Download Photo
  •   Download Gallery
  •   Add to My Albums
  •   Create TinyURL
  •   Connect to Placements
  •   Add to Playlist
  •   Distribute Photo
  •   Edit Photo
  •   Add Gallery to Playlist
  •   Distribute Gallery