U.S. Army Soldiers from the 500th Military Intelligence Brigade–Theater compete in the 8th Annual Best Linguist Competition (BLING), the Department of Defense’s language competition conducted in conjunction with the annual Language Conference (LANGCON), in Salt Lake City, Utah, Feb. 5, 2026. The competition evaluates language proficiency, analytical skills, and decision-making under pressure, reinforcing the critical role linguists play in intelligence readiness and operational success. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Tiffany Banks)
| Date Taken: | 02.05.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 02.10.2026 21:27 |
| Photo ID: | 9516831 |
| VIRIN: | 260206-A-UU257-8771 |
| Resolution: | 5996x3999 |
| Size: | 4.54 MB |
| Location: | US |
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Language as a Weapon: 500th MIB-T Competes at Best Linguist Competition
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