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    12th CAB arrives in Bulgaria for DEFENDER-Europe 21 [Image 6 of 26]

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    A helicopter silhouette is captured in flight against a dramatic sunset sky transitioning from deep blue at the top to vivid orange and yellow near the horizon. The scene features layered cloud formations illuminated by the setting sun, with tree silhouettes visible at the bottom left. The strong backlighting creates a striking contrast between the dark helicopter and the warm, glowing sky.

    BULGARIA

    04.30.2021

    Photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham 

    12th Combat Aviation Brigade

    A UH-60 Blackhawk from 1st Battalion, 214th Aviation Regiment lands at Bezmer Airfield, Bulgaria at sunset on Apr. 30, 2021. 12th Combat Aviation Brigade is providing MEDEVAC and air assault support for the 173rd Airborne Brigade during Exercise Swift Response, part of DEFENDER-Europe 21. (U.S. Army photo by Maj. Robert Fellingham).

    DEFENDER-Europe 21 is a large-scale U.S. Army-led exercise designed to build readiness and interoperability between the U.S., NATO allies and partner militaries. This year, more than 30,000 multinational forces from 26 nations will conduct nearly simultaneous operations across more than 30 training areas in 14 countries from the Baltics to the strategically important Balkans and Black Sea Region. Follow the latest news and information about DEFENDER-Europe 21, visit www.EuropeAfrica.army.mil/DefenderEurope.

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    Date Taken: 04.30.2021
    Date Posted: 05.04.2021 04:24
    Photo ID: 6627657
    VIRIN: 210430-A-KM584-330
    Resolution: 5932x4746
    Size: 14.72 MB
    Location: BG
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