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    Michigan ANG pilot rescues trucker from fiery crash

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    Michigan ANG pilot rescues trucker from fiery crash

    BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES

    02.10.2026

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Valentina Viglianco 

    110th Wing

    Major Matthew Esche, 172nd Attack Squadron pilot, poses for a portrait in Holland, Michigan, Feb. 9, 2026. On Dec. 29, 2025, Esche witnessed a semi-truck accident on his way to work in Saugatuck Township, Michigan. He ran to the scene and rescued a truck driver before the vehicle exploded. (Courtesy photo)

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    Date Taken: 02.10.2026
    Date Posted: 02.25.2026 07:57
    Photo ID: 9518202
    VIRIN: 260209-Z-AG923-1001
    Resolution: 1166x1458
    Size: 297.77 KB
    Location: BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN, US

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