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    Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team returns to Minnesota [Image 5 of 17]

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    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is sharing a joyful moment with a young girl, who is playfully touching his nose. Both are smiling and laughing, suggesting a warm reunion or family gathering. The background shows additional people in a large indoor venue, consistent with a military homecoming or send-off ceremony.

    ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA, UNITED STATES

    06.16.2012

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Lynette Hoke 

    Minnesota National Guard

    Members of the Minnesota Patriot Guard wait for 12 Minnesota Army National Guard soldiers from the Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team returning to Minnesota on June 16 after a one-year deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

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    Date Taken: 06.16.2012
    Date Posted: 06.16.2012 22:47
    Photo ID: 605096
    VIRIN: 120616-A-TH293-277
    Resolution: 2784x1848
    Size: 2.67 MB
    Location: ROSEVILLE, MINNESOTA, US
    Web Views: 59
    Downloads: 9

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    A military homecoming or deployment ceremony is taking place in what appears to be a large indoor venue decorated with American flags. A bald soldier in camouflage uniform is embracing a person in a black top, while family members and other reuniting couples surround them. The emotional scene captures multiple reunions happening simultaneously, with media personnel visible recording the event.
    A group of family members, including children and adults, are gathered in what appears to be an indoor facility to welcome home a military or deployed father. A young boy holds a 'WE LOVE' sign while a girl in pink holds a colorful 'WELCOME HOME DAD!' sign. The atmosphere is celebratory, with adults clapping and cheering in the background.
    A man holding an American flag stands in front of the Roseville National Guard Armory sign. The sign displays unit designations including the 347 RSG and other military detachments. The man is wearing a cap with '1776' and 'USA' visible, suggesting a patriotic or veteran-related gathering.
    A military formation ceremony is taking place inside what appears to be a gymnasium or armory drill floor. A line of soldiers in Army Combat Uniforms (ACU/OCP pattern) stand at attention facing a single officer or NCO on the left, suggesting a formal inspection, award ceremony, or unit formation. American flags are displayed in the background alongside a 'Virtual Armory' banner.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is sharing a joyful moment with a young girl, who is playfully touching his nose. Both are smiling and laughing, suggesting a warm reunion or family gathering. The background shows additional people in a large indoor venue, consistent with a military homecoming or send-off ceremony.
    A young girl, approximately 3-4 years old, holds a welcome home sign for someone named Justin. The sign features an American flag graphic and reads 'Welcome Ho[me] JUSTIN - We Missed Yo[u]'. The setting appears to be a military homecoming event, suggested by a person in camouflage uniform visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in camouflage uniform is being reunited with his family, holding a child in his arms while a woman smiles joyfully beside him. The setting appears to be an indoor military homecoming ceremony, with American flags visible in the background. A video camera operator is capturing the emotional reunion.
    A military homecoming ceremony taking place in what appears to be a community center or armory gymnasium. Multiple soldiers in camouflage uniforms are being reunited with family members, with emotional embraces visible throughout the room. American flags are prominently displayed along the walls, and media personnel with cameras are documenting the event.
    Three children stand against a brick wall holding handmade welcome home signs for their father. The left child holds a small American flag, suggesting a military homecoming context. The signs read 'WE LOVE YOU DAD!' and 'WELCOME HOME DAD!' indicating a reunion celebration.
    A military service member in camouflage uniform is embracing two children in an emotional reunion, likely following a deployment. The scene takes place inside what appears to be a military facility or gymnasium decorated with American flags. Other soldiers and civilians are visible in the background, suggesting a larger welcome-home ceremony.
    A large group of people, including many children, are gathered in what appears to be a gymnasium or community center for a military homecoming welcome event. Two handmade signs are prominently displayed: one reads 'WELCOME HOME SANGLE JOHN' and the other reads 'WE LOVE YOU DAD!' in colorful letters. The atmosphere appears celebratory and emotional, consistent with a military return or deployment homecoming ceremony.
    A group of people appear to be at a military homecoming or patriotic welcome event. A woman in a floral dress holds a small American flag with hands clasped, displaying an emotional, joyful expression with tears or excitement. A young boy in the foreground smiles broadly, and a partially visible welcome sign is visible at the bottom of the frame.
    An older woman stands against a brick wall wearing a denim vest covered in patriotic pins, patches, and badges. She wears a stars-and-stripes baseball cap and displays numerous military-related insignia. Her vest identifies her as 'Kay Erickson' nicknamed 'Sam' affiliated with the Patriot Guard NW Metro.
    A U.S. Army soldier named Knippel, wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform, crouches beside a young girl who is holding balloons and a small gift. The scene appears to be a military homecoming or welcome event, suggested by the patriotic red, white, and blue decorations including star-shaped balloons and confetti streamers. Both individuals are smiling, conveying a joyful reunion atmosphere.
    A military homecoming event taking place in what appears to be a community hall or gymnasium. A soldier in camouflage uniform is embracing a young girl who has her arms and legs wrapped around him in an emotional reunion. The scene is being documented by a videographer, and numerous family members and bystanders are present, many visibly emotional.
    A group of people are gathered outside the Roseville National Guard Armory, holding multiple American flags in what appears to be a patriotic ceremony or event. The participants are lined up along a parking lot in front of the brick building, with many holding flag poles displaying U.S. flags. The setting suggests a formal or commemorative gathering, possibly honoring veterans or military personnel.
    A military homecoming ceremony taking place inside what appears to be a gymnasium or armory. Multiple soldiers in U.S. Army camouflage (OCP/MultiCam) uniforms are being reunited with family members, including emotional embraces with children and adults. American flags are displayed in the background, and onlookers including a person in a wheelchair are visibly emotional.

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