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    Multiple military tanks are maneuvering across an open training range or exercise area, kicking up dust and exhaust trails as they move. The vehicles are spread across a wide field with paved roads visible, set against a backdrop of dense forest. This appears to be a military exercise or demonstration involving armored vehicles operating in formation.

    GRAFENWOEHR, BAYERN, GERMANY

    06.05.2018

    Photo by Gertrud Zach 

    Training Support Activity Europe           

    British soldiers with the Queen’s Royal Hussars conduct the Offensive Operations lane during the Strong Europe Tank Challenge, June 5, 2018. U.S. Army Europe and the German Army co-host the third Strong Europe Tank Challenge at Grafenwoehr Training Area, June 3 – 8, 2018. The Strong Europe Tank Challenge is an annual training event designed to give participating nations a dynamic, productive and fun environment in which to foster military partnerships, form Soldier-level relationships, and share tactics, techniques and procedures. (U.S. Army photo by Gertrud Zach)

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    Date Taken: 06.05.2018
    Date Posted: 06.05.2018 15:42
    Photo ID: 4451584
    VIRIN: 180605-A-HE539-0079
    Resolution: 4053x2697
    Size: 8.09 MB
    Location: GRAFENWOEHR, BAYERN, DE
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    A U.S. Army soldier identified by name tape as 'Simpson' sits on the hull of an M1 Abrams main battle tank marked '2-70A' and 'B31', with an American flag mounted on the gun barrel. A second soldier is visible in the commander's hatch of the turret. The setting appears to be a military parade or static display in a wooded area under clear skies.
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    A U.S. Army M1 Abrams main battle tank is displayed on a paved surface, decorated with multiple American flags mounted on its turret. Several soldiers in camouflage uniforms are visible around and on the vehicle. The setting appears to be a military base or ceremonial staging area surrounded by dense green forest.
    Multiple military tanks are maneuvering across an open training range or exercise area, kicking up dust and exhaust trails as they move. The vehicles are spread across a wide field with paved roads visible, set against a backdrop of dense forest. This appears to be a military exercise or demonstration involving armored vehicles operating in formation.
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