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    2CR’s FA Squadron howitzer air raid ascends [Image 13 of 18]

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    Two military CH-47 Chinook tandem-rotor helicopters are airlifting artillery pieces via sling loads over an open field. Each helicopter carries what appears to be a howitzer suspended beneath it by cables. The setting appears to be a military training exercise or operational deployment in a temperate, rural environment.

    VILSECK, BAYERN, GERMANY

    03.12.2019

    Photo by Sgt. LaShic Patterson 

    2d Cavalry Regiment

    Two of six Chinooks, CH-47 helicopters, arrive with M77 Howitzers during the Field Artillery, 2d Cavalry Regiment battery artillery air raid in Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 12, 2019. In 2CR tradition, each howitzer is named for Medal of Honor winners. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. LaShic Patterson)

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    Date Taken: 03.12.2019
    Date Posted: 03.25.2019 16:38
    Photo ID: 5205880
    VIRIN: 190312-A-YM380-1296
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 3.82 MB
    Location: VILSECK, BAYERN, DE
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    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is leaning over and working on what appears to be an M777 or similar towed howitzer artillery piece. The soldier is performing maintenance or operational checks on the breech or barrel assembly of the green-painted artillery system. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or operational environment with bare trees visible in the background.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are operating what appears to be an M777 lightweight howitzer in a field training environment. The soldier in the foreground is holding a handheld digital fire control device, while the other two soldiers are positioned near the artillery piece. The setting appears to be an overcast day at a military training range with sparse woodland in the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear stands beside a large artillery piece, appearing to inspect or operate the equipment. The soldier is wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform with an American flag patch, combat helmet, and protective eyewear. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment, possibly during a training exercise or operational deployment.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are operating in a field environment near what appears to be an artillery piece. The foreground soldier is operating a ruggedized military tablet or handheld computing device, while two other soldiers stand near a large green military weapon system in the background. A camouflage netting is visible overhead, suggesting a concealed or semi-protected position.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear stands beside what appears to be an M777 howitzer or similar artillery piece in a field setting. The equipment is partially concealed under a camouflage net, suggesting a tactical field exercise or deployment. The soldier is wearing MultiCam (OCP) uniform with an American flag patch visible on the right shoulder.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are working around what appears to be an M119 or similar light howitzer artillery piece under a camouflage netting shelter. Several soldiers are actively engaged with the artillery equipment, suggesting maintenance, preparation, or training activities. A military truck or vehicle is visible in the background under the netting.
    A military personnel in full combat gear stands beside a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter on an open grassy field. The soldier is wearing a flight helmet with visor, multicam camouflage uniform, and is connected to the aircraft via a tether/communication cord. The helicopter's side door is open, revealing interior litter/stretcher configurations suggesting a MEDEVAC or air assault configuration.
    A military utility helicopter, consistent with a UH-60 Black Hawk, is photographed on the ground with rotors spinning in an open field environment. The helicopter is painted in olive drab/army green and appears to be in an operational or pre-takeoff state. The background shows a flat, overcast landscape with tree lines and what appear to be additional military vehicles in the distance.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in full combat gear are seated inside a military vehicle, likely a helicopter or armored transport. They are wearing MultiCam (OCP) uniforms, tactical helmets, and eye protection. Two name tapes are visible: 'HAYES' on the center soldier and 'STOROZUK' on the right soldier, who displays a Staff Sergeant rank insignia.
    Multiple soldiers in camouflage uniforms are in a prone firing position in an open grassy field, aiming rifles outward in a defensive perimeter. In the background, at least two military helicopters are visible on the ground, suggesting a helicopter assault or air assault training exercise. The scene appears to be a military training exercise or tactical operation.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are conducting field operations on an open grassy terrain. Several soldiers are gathered around maps and communications equipment, suggesting a command post or tactical planning exercise. The scene appears to be a training exercise or field operation in a temperate environment.
    A military tandem-rotor helicopter, identifiable as a CH-47 Chinook, is airlifting an artillery piece via sling load beneath its fuselage. The helicopter is photographed from below against a partly cloudy blue sky. This appears to be a military heavy-lift sling load operation, commonly used to transport artillery to forward positions.
    Two military CH-47 Chinook tandem-rotor helicopters are airlifting artillery pieces via sling loads over an open field. Each helicopter carries what appears to be a howitzer suspended beneath it by cables. The setting appears to be a military training exercise or operational deployment in a temperate, rural environment.
    A military field exercise showing two CH-47 Chinook helicopters performing sling-load operations, lifting what appears to be artillery pieces or heavy equipment over an open field. Two soldiers in the foreground are kneeling in a grassy field, one operating what appears to be a mortar or survey instrument on a tripod. The scene depicts a coordinated air assault or artillery displacement operation in a temperate environment.
    Three U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook tandem-rotor helicopters are visible in an open field setting. One Chinook has landed on the ground with personnel visible nearby, while two others are airborne on either side. The scene appears to depict a military air assault or troop insertion exercise in a rural, lightly forested area.
    A group of soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are operating and maintaining what appears to be an M777 or M198 howitzer artillery piece in an open field environment. The soldiers are actively working around the weapon system, suggesting a training exercise or field operation. The setting appears to be a military training area with sparse vegetation and overcast skies.
    A military exercise is underway on an open field where multiple CH-47 Chinook helicopters are conducting sling-load operations, carrying suspended cargo beneath them. A single soldier in camouflage uniform stands in the foreground observing or directing the aerial activity. The overcast sky and sparse terrain suggest a cold-weather training environment.
    Multiple military helicopters, identifiable as tandem-rotor CH-47 Chinook type aircraft, are flying in formation over an open, rocky grassland terrain. Several of the helicopters appear to be carrying slung loads suspended beneath them. The scene suggests a military training exercise or airlift operation conducted in a rural, open field environment.

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