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    Aurora 17 [Image 5 of 19]

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    Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be a military training exercise near a building. One soldier is carrying a large tube-style weapon system (likely an AT4 or similar anti-tank rocket launcher) and a heavy rucksack, while the second soldier carries an assault rifle and tactical gear. The setting appears to be a training facility surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

    SWEDEN

    09.23.2017

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Anthony Housey 

    Camp Ripley Training Center

    American dismounted infantry race to engage Swedish armor and infantry fighting vehicles during a simulated battle apart of the Aurora 17 exercise near Stockholm, Sweden Sept. 23, 2017.

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    Date Taken: 09.23.2017
    Date Posted: 09.23.2017 15:27
    Photo ID: 3801983
    VIRIN: 170923-Z-KL308-1135
    Resolution: 3600x2400
    Size: 8.72 MB
    Location: SE
    Web Views: 84
    Downloads: 11

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    The image shows a Swedish military main battle tank positioned in a grassy field behind a wooden fence, alongside a cluster of Swedish road signs. The signs indicate directions to local places including Torsätra, Gällöfsta, Sundby, and Tranbygge, as well as a military training area reference (FHTE Utbildningsavd.) and a checkpoint marker (Brytpunkt). The setting appears to be a military training area in Sweden, likely during an exercise.
    A soldier in U.S. Army combat uniform and helmet is positioned in the hatch of a military vehicle, reviewing what appears to be a map or document. The soldier is wearing protective eyewear and is partially obscured by the vehicle's hatch cover. The setting appears to be a wooded or forested training or operational area.
    A green camouflage main battle tank, marked 'SM 20' in yellow on the turret, is traversing a muddy field in what appears to be a rural Scandinavian landscape. At least two crew members are visible on the tank. The overcast, misty conditions and autumn foliage suggest a northern European setting, likely during a military exercise.
    A military armored vehicle is visible in the background traveling along a gravel road, partially obscured by vegetation and trees showing autumn foliage. The foreground features a rustic wooden split-rail fence with tall dry grass. The setting appears to be a rural or training area with mixed deciduous vegetation.
    Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be a military training exercise near a building. One soldier is carrying a large tube-style weapon system (likely an AT4 or similar anti-tank rocket launcher) and a heavy rucksack, while the second soldier carries an assault rifle and tactical gear. The setting appears to be a training facility surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.
    A soldier in full combat gear is running along a gravel path in an outdoor wooded area during what appears to be autumn. The soldier is carrying a large rucksack and what appears to be a rocket launcher or similar tube-shaped weapon system. The environment shows overcast skies, wet ground with puddles, and trees displaying fall foliage.
    A black-and-white photograph showing a group of soldiers in full combat gear advancing on foot along a dirt road toward a main battle tank positioned at a tree line. The tank bears a visible 'GB' marking, indicating British military affiliation. The scene appears to be a military exercise or operational movement in a forested environment.
    Four armed soldiers in camouflage uniforms are moving in a column formation along a muddy dirt path bordered by dense green vegetation. The lead soldier carries what appears to be an M249 SAW or similar light machine gun, while the others carry assault rifles. Their gear, mud-covered boots, and tactical equipment suggest an active field training exercise or patrol operation.
    A main battle tank in green camouflage paint, heavily covered in mud, is positioned on a dirt road in what appears to be a Scandinavian or Nordic environment. At least one crew member is visible in the open commander's hatch. A road sign reading '2 Kulla' is visible in the background, suggesting a Finnish or Swedish locale.
    Four military personnel from at least two different nations are gathered outdoors reviewing a topographic map. The group includes U.S. Army soldiers in OCP and ACU uniforms and what appear to be Swedish Armed Forces soldiers in Swedish M90 camouflage uniforms. The setting appears to be a field training or joint exercise environment with a forested background.
    A group of military personnel from multiple nations are gathered outdoors reviewing a tactical map. The group includes US Army soldiers, a US Navy sailor, and Swedish Armed Forces personnel, identifiable by their distinct uniforms and insignia. This appears to be a joint multinational military exercise, likely 'Aurora 17' based on the patch visible on one soldier's back.
    The image shows a group of military personnel from multiple nations gathered outdoors in what appears to be a field exercise or briefing. Personnel are wearing at least two distinct camouflage patterns, suggesting a multinational military exercise or coordination meeting. A central figure in US Army MultiCam uniform appears to be pointing and briefing the group near military vehicles and forested terrain.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered around a camouflage-netted military vehicle in a wooded area. One soldier with face paint is presenting or briefing others using a map, while personnel with name tapes 'NASH', 'McGUIRE', and partial 'THAM' are visible. The scene appears to be a tactical field briefing or after-action review during a military exercise.
    A military armored personnel carrier (APC) is traversing an open grassy field with a treeline in the background. The vehicle bears the markings 'EA' and the number '33359', and has a soldier visible in the commander's hatch wearing a helmet. The vehicle appears to be in active field exercise conditions, showing mud and natural camouflage foliage attached to it.
    A soldier in full combat gear is kneeling in a tactical position against a building wall, aiming a light machine gun. The soldier is wearing multicam camouflage uniform, a tactical helmet with mounted equipment, and carrying a large rucksack. The setting appears to be an urban training environment based on the controlled surroundings.
    Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and tactical gear are positioned near a red building and a blue portable toilet structure in what appears to be a military training exercise. One soldier is facing the camera with a smile and is gesturing with his right hand, while the other has his back turned and is carrying a large tactical backpack. A military tracked vehicle (armored personnel carrier or tank) is visible in the background among trees with autumn foliage.
    A tan/desert-camouflaged Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV) is moving along a wooded trail or road. The vehicle is named 'PRINCE ALI' as written on the turret. Two crew members are visible in the open hatches, wearing helmets and military gear.
    A group of seven soldiers in full combat gear pose for a group photo in a forested outdoor environment. They are equipped with rifles, tactical vests, and helmets, with one soldier kneeling in the front center. A military vehicle is partially visible on the right side of the frame.
    Two soldiers are positioned inside an armored military vehicle, peering over the hatch with weapons at the ready. Both personnel are wearing combat helmets with mounted accessories and face coverings in olive/green camouflage pattern. The image appears to depict a military exercise or operational deployment.

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    1st Combined Arms Battalion - 194th Armor
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