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    Honoring one of their own: Garrison Wiesbaden dedicates Fitness Center to MSG Michael B. Riley [Image 5 of 11]

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    A U.S. Army soldier in dress uniform poses for an official portrait in front of an American flag. The soldier, identified by nameplate as 'RILEY,' wears a green beret indicating Special Forces affiliation, along with numerous awards and qualifications. The image appears to be a formal military service portrait.

    WIESBADEN, HESSEN, GERMANY

    06.26.2026

    Photo by Natalie Simmel 

    U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden   

    An undated photo of Master Sergeant Micheal "Mike Nice" Riley, a U.S. Army Green Beret who made the ultimate sacrifice in Afghanistan in 2019. (Photo courtesy of the Riley family and friends)

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    Date Taken: 06.26.2026
    Date Posted: 06.27.2026 09:44
    Photo ID: 9777374
    VIRIN: 260627-O-TR184-2001
    Resolution: 1248x1600
    Size: 334.03 KB
    Location: WIESBADEN, HESSEN, DE
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    A large group of approximately 150-200 people are gathered outdoors on a grassy slope in front of a large institutional building for a group photo. Someone in the center of the group is holding a framed portrait of a uniformed military service member, suggesting this is a memorial or tribute event. Participants are wearing a mix of athletic and military attire, indicating a fitness-related commemorative event.
    A group of approximately eleven individuals, a mix of military personnel in Army Combat Uniforms (ACU/OCP) and civilians in athletic wear, pose for a formal group photo outside a building identified as a Fitness Center. Two individuals in the center are holding a framed plaque or award, suggesting a recognition or award ceremony. Several military flags, including the U.S. flag and unit colors, are displayed behind the group.
    A dedication ceremony is taking place for the 'MSG Micheal B. Riley Fitness Center,' where a sign is being unveiled outside a modern building. A group of military personnel in Army Combat Uniforms and civilians are gathered, applauding as the dark draping cloth falls from the newly revealed sign. Several military flags, including what appear to be U.S. Army unit colors, are displayed in the background.
    A person is lying prone in a desert environment aiming a heavily equipped precision rifle mounted on a bipod. The weapon features multiple optical attachments including a scope and what appears to be a laser/illuminator device. The arid, rocky terrain and blue sky with scattered clouds suggest a Middle Eastern or similar desert region.
    A U.S. Army soldier in dress uniform poses for an official portrait in front of an American flag. The soldier, identified by nameplate as 'RILEY,' wears a green beret indicating Special Forces affiliation, along with numerous awards and qualifications. The image appears to be a formal military service portrait.
    A group of people are running along a road in what appears to be a charity or fitness challenge event. Participants are wearing various uniforms and gear, including a police tactical vest labeled 'POLIZEI' and full firefighter gear with a breathing apparatus tank. The setting appears to be an industrial or institutional compound, likely in Germany based on the visible German text.
    A heavily equipped soldier in desert camouflage kneels in an arid, war-damaged environment. Behind him are military ammunition crates with hazard markings and a row of what appear to be mortar rounds or similar ordnance laid out on the ground. An Afghan national flag and a military armored vehicle are visible in the background.
    An outdoor fitness or strength competition featuring firefighters from Wiesbaden, Germany (Berufsfeuerwehr Wiesbaden). Participants in full firefighter gear are performing barbell lifts, with one man in the foreground mid-lift and another successfully pressing a loaded barbell overhead. The event appears to take place on a grassy area with spectators and other competitors visible in the background.
    A large group of participants are running through a water station during what appears to be a military-themed ruck march or endurance event at USAG Wiesbaden, a U.S. Army installation in Germany. Participants are wearing a mix of military uniforms, civilian athletic wear, and some in firefighter gear, many carrying rucksacks or backpacks. Water is being sprayed over the course, creating puddles on the pavement at a pedestrian crossing.
    An outdoor ceremony or briefing is taking place in front of a modern building, with a civilian man speaking at a podium equipped with a microphone. Several military personnel in camouflage uniforms are seated in the audience, along with civilians. The event appears to be a military-affiliated gathering, possibly a fitness event or memorial ceremony based on the casual attire of some attendees.
    A muscular man wearing a blue t-shirt and a black tactical vest labeled 'POLIZEI' (German for Police) is performing a barbell clean or front rack hold during what appears to be an outdoor fitness competition. The yellow bumper plates on the barbell are branded with 'Strength' markings. Multiple other participants are visible in the background engaged in similar activities on a grass field.

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