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    10th SFG(A) conduct airborne operation near island of Mont Saint Michel [Image 6 of 7]

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    Military paratroopers descend with dark olive/grey parachutes over a grassy field in front of Mont Saint-Michel, the iconic medieval abbey and island commune in Normandy, France. A large flock of sheep grazes in the foreground, creating a striking contrast between pastoral tranquility and military activity. The scene appears to be a commemorative or training jump, likely related to D-Day anniversary events given the location.

    FRANCE

    05.18.2019

    Photo by Sgt. Alexis Washburn 

    U.S. Special Operations Command Europe   

    U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) conduct an airborne operation near the island of Mont Saint Michel, Avranches, France on May 18, 2019. This event comes at the invitation of the Mayor of Avranches in commemoration of World War ll special operations that laid the success for the Allied liberation of France, and a celebration of the strong Alliance between France and the United States. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Alexis K. Washburn)

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    Date Taken: 05.18.2019
    Date Posted: 05.18.2019 20:01
    Photo ID: 5377401
    VIRIN: 190518-A-WV986-0211
    Resolution: 3360x2240
    Size: 3.89 MB
    Location: FR
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    Military personnel are conducting a high-altitude parachute jump from the open ramp of a military aircraft. At least two jumpers are visible — one in the foreground just exiting the aircraft and one already in freefall below. The terrain visible far below consists of agricultural fields and scattered cloud cover.
    A military paratrooper is captured mid-descent during a parachute landing on an open grassy field, carrying an unfurled American flag. The soldier is wearing full military combat uniform and gear, with the parachute canopy visible above. The image appears to document a ceremonial or demonstration jump event.
    A military paratrooper in camouflage uniform descends toward a grassy landing zone using a dark olive/gray ram-air parachute. A large crowd of spectators lines the perimeter of the drop zone, watching the demonstration. The overcast sky and European-style village visible in the background suggest this is a commemorative or airshow event.
    A military paratrooper in camouflage uniform and helmet is gathering parachute lines after a landing on an open grassy field. Spectators are visible in the background observing the event, suggesting this is a public military demonstration or commemorative airborne exercise. Additional parachute equipment and at least one other soldier can be seen in the mid-ground.
    Several soldiers in modern U.S. Army MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are walking away from the camera toward a large crowd of civilian spectators. The soldiers are carrying large tan/olive parachute packs on their backs, suggesting this is a commemorative airborne jump event. The rural setting with farm buildings and green fields in the background is consistent with Normandy, France, likely during a D-Day anniversary commemoration.
    Military paratroopers descend with dark olive/grey parachutes over a grassy field in front of Mont Saint-Michel, the iconic medieval abbey and island commune in Normandy, France. A large flock of sheep grazes in the foreground, creating a striking contrast between pastoral tranquility and military activity. The scene appears to be a commemorative or training jump, likely related to D-Day anniversary events given the location.
    A military paratrooper is descending with an olive-drab/dark green round parachute in front of the iconic Mont Saint-Michel abbey and island commune in Normandy, France. The parachutist appears to be just above ground level, suggesting a near-landing moment. The image likely documents a commemorative or military demonstration event near this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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