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    US Air Force Academy Parachute Team 'Wings of Blue' [Image 18 of 25]

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    A parachutist is descending into a minor league baseball stadium during what appears to be a pre-game ceremony or special event. The parachute is blue and tan, and the jumper is trailing red, white, and blue streamers, suggesting a patriotic theme. The stadium is filled with spectators under clear evening skies illuminated by stadium lights.

    CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    06.19.2012

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Tony Tolley 

    1st Combat Camera Squadron         

    U.S. Air Force Academy Tech. Sgt. Andrew Hegwood prepares to land at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, home to the Charleston Riverdogs baseball team, Charleston, S.C., June 19, 2012. Hegwood is a member of the USAFA parachute team "Wings of Blue." The Wings of Blue performance are part of the opening ceremonies of the 2012 South Atlantic League All Star Game.

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    Date Taken: 06.19.2012
    Date Posted: 06.21.2012 13:54
    Photo ID: 609072
    VIRIN: 120619-F-HS649-030
    Resolution: 2100x1500
    Size: 754 KB
    Location: CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA, US
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