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    Fallen Special Tactics Airman honored with hometown bridge dedication [Image 1 of 8]

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    A military officer in dress blues stands at a wooden podium speaking into a microphone at what appears to be a formal ceremony or event. Two black-and-white photographs on easels flank him in the background — one depicting a bridge and the other showing a person. The room is decorated with string lights around the windows, suggesting a commemorative or celebratory occasion.

    HURLBURT FIELD, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

    02.29.2020

    Photo by 1st Lt. Alejandra Fontalvo 

    Air Force Special Tactics   

    U.S. Air Force Col. Matt Allen, commander of the 24th Special Operations Wing, speaks at a ceremony unveiling the newly named “USAF Combat Controller Staff Sgt. Dylan Elchin Memorial Bridge” in Rochester, Pa. Feb 29, 2020. Elchin was killed alongside two U.S. Army Special Forces members when their vehicle struck an improvised explosive device in Ghazni Province, Afghanistan, Nov. 27, 2018.

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    Date Taken: 02.29.2020
    Date Posted: 02.29.2020 15:42
    Photo ID: 6120307
    VIRIN: 200229-F-FH856-0006
    Resolution: 6146x4331
    Size: 1.93 MB
    Location: HURLBURT FIELD, FLORIDA, US
    Web Views: 64
    Downloads: 6

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    A military officer in dress blues stands at a wooden podium speaking into a microphone at what appears to be a formal ceremony or event. Two black-and-white photographs on easels flank him in the background — one depicting a bridge and the other showing a person. The room is decorated with string lights around the windows, suggesting a commemorative or celebratory occasion.
    A U.S. Air Force non-commissioned officer in dress blues stands at a wooden podium delivering a speech at what appears to be a formal military ceremony or event. He is wearing multiple service ribbons and decorations on his uniform, indicating significant service experience. A photograph of a bridge is displayed on an easel to his right, and an American flag stands to his left.
    An elderly man in a red and black flannel shirt stands at a wooden podium speaking into a microphone, appearing to give a presentation or speech. Behind him are three display easels holding enlarged photographs, including one of a bridge over water and two black-and-white composite images featuring what appear to be military or action-related subjects. The setting appears to be a community hall or event room decorated with string lights around the windows.
    A large indoor gathering of civilians seated in rows, appearing to attend a community event or ceremony. In the background, individuals in military uniforms are visible standing near the rear of the room. The audience appears engaged, watching something off-camera to the left.
    A ceremonial unveiling of a large green street sign honoring 'USAF Combat Controller Staff Sgt. Dylan Elchin Memorial Bridge' is taking place indoors. Several individuals in formal attire are holding and presenting the sign, with an American flag visible in the background. The event appears to be a dedication ceremony held in a community or government meeting room.
    An indoor color guard ceremony is taking place in what appears to be a community hall or event center. A youth color guard unit in dark uniforms is presenting the American flag and another flag while being reviewed by officials wearing ceremonial tricorn hats with white plumes. A group of observers in red t-shirts lines the left side of the room.
    A JROTC color guard unit of four cadets is performing a color guard presentation in an indoor facility, likely a community center or school hall. Two cadets carry flags — the United States flag and what appears to be a state or unit flag — while two flanking cadets carry rifles. The cadets are dressed in formal military-style dress uniforms with black berets, white belts, and gold accoutrements.
    A group of young people wearing matching red t-shirts are gathered in an indoor facility, standing with their hands clasped behind their backs or in front of them. The shirts display a military support message reading 'Support Our Troops, Wear Red Every Friday' along with what appears to be a unit insignia or emblem. The setting appears to be a community or institutional building, possibly during a visit or ceremony.

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