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    Illinois Army National Guard Soldiers Travel to Egypt to Support Bright Star 25 [Image 2 of 11]

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    Illinois Army National Guard Soldiers Travel to Egypt to Support Bright Star 25

    SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    08.30.2025

    Photo by Lt. Col. Bradford Leighton 

    Joint Force Headquarters - Illinois National Guard Public Affairs

    Illinois Army National Guard Maj. Matt Larson of Mokena, Ill., loads unto the airplane at Shaw Air Force Base on Aug. 30 enroute to supporting the Command Post Exercise (CPX) for Bright Star 25 at Mohamed Naguib Military Base, Egypt. Larson is serving as a “battle captain” during the exercise. The exercise brings together forces from across the globe, underscoring the United States' enduring commitment to working alongside Egypt and partner nations to strengthen collective security and promote regional stability. (U.S. Army photo by Lt. Col. Brad Leighton, Illinois National Guard)

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2025
    Date Posted: 09.16.2025 16:41
    Photo ID: 9318990
    VIRIN: 250830-A-OH563-7958
    Resolution: 1726x3031
    Size: 2.88 MB
    Location: SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, SOUTH CAROLINA, US

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