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    Air Force C-17s deliver Abrams tanks to Afghanistan [Image 1 of 8]

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    A large main battle tank, consistent with an M1 Abrams, is positioned on a tarmac at night adjacent to a wide-body military cargo aircraft with its rear ramp open. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting from the aircraft and ground sources, casting a warm orange-yellow tone on the tank. This appears to depict a military airlift or loading operation at a military airfield.

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    11.28.2010

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    A U.S. Marine Corps M1A1 Abrams tank sits on a flight line prior to being loaded onto an Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft assigned to the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron en route to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Nov. 28, 2010. The 816th EAS was deployed to an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Andy M. Kin)

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    Date Taken: 11.28.2010
    Date Posted: 12.08.2010 16:53
    Photo ID: 347590
    VIRIN: 101128-F-4684K-062
    Resolution: 3724x2344
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    A large main battle tank, consistent with an M1 Abrams, is positioned on a tarmac at night adjacent to a wide-body military cargo aircraft with its rear ramp open. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting from the aircraft and ground sources, casting a warm orange-yellow tone on the tank. This appears to depict a military airlift or loading operation at a military airfield.
    The interior of a large military cargo aircraft, likely a C-17 Globemaster III, shows an M1 Abrams main battle tank being loaded or secured inside the cargo hold. Personnel in tan/khaki military uniforms and at least one worker in a high-visibility safety vest are working around the tank, applying chains and tie-downs to secure the vehicle. The tank bears the number '3' on its front hull and is painted in desert tan camouflage.
    A U.S. Air Force airman in tan flight suit is seated on the cargo floor of a military transport aircraft, reviewing documents or a clipboard. The interior of the aircraft shows cargo tie-down chains on the floor and various control panels along the walls. The image is dramatically lit with warm tones highlighting the subject against the darker aircraft interior.
    A worker wearing worn work gloves is securing or adjusting heavy chains to a metal floor track system, likely inside a military or cargo aircraft. The individual is bent over, focused on connecting chain tie-down hardware to a floor anchor rail. The surface features characteristic black non-slip markings and riveted aluminum panels consistent with aircraft cargo flooring.
    A military or aviation personnel member is captured mid-stride in what appears to be the interior of a large military cargo aircraft, such as a C-17 or C-5. The image uses a panning photography technique, keeping the subject relatively sharp while the background is heavily motion-blurred, conveying a sense of urgency and movement. The individual is carrying documents and appears to be walking purposefully through the aircraft's cargo bay.
    Two individuals in tan/khaki military-style uniforms are handling or securing an American flag to the barrel of a large tan-painted military tank gun. The scene appears to be inside a large cargo aircraft or transport vessel, evidenced by the overhead wiring, structural panels, and tie-down chains visible in the background. The tank appears to be an M1 Abrams or similar main battle tank based on the barrel and turret components visible.
    A desert-camouflaged M1 Abrams main battle tank is being loaded or unloaded from a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft on a military airfield. The aircraft bears the tail number '00179' and a 'McChord' unit marking, indicating it is assigned to McChord Air Force Base (now Joint Base Lewis-McChord). Several personnel are visible overseeing the operation on the tarmac.
    A large sand-colored armored military vehicle, marked with the number '3', is loaded onto a heavy equipment transport (HET) flatbed trailer. A soldier in camouflage uniform is visible on the left side, apparently supervising or guiding the loading operation. The scene appears to take place in an arid desert environment under a clear blue sky.

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