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    New York National Guard and Army Recruiting Battalion Lead Ceremonial Cannon Firing for Fort Hamilton’s America 250 Observance [Image 3 of 6]

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    Three soldiers in U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are operating a light artillery piece, likely an M119 howitzer or ceremonial cannon, which has just been fired as evidenced by the large white smoke cloud billowing from the muzzle. The scene appears to be a ceremonial salute or demonstration rather than combat, given the urban/base setting, proximity to a road, and presence of a fire extinguisher nearby as a safety precaution. The soldiers are positioned around the cannon in post-firing stances.

    BAY RIDGE, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

    07.01.2026

    Photo by Mark Getman 

    USAG Fort Hamilton

    Soldiers from the New York National Guard’s Joint Task Force Empire Shield and the U.S. Army New York City Recruiting Battalion, serve as U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton’s ceremonial cannon‑firing team for the installation’s Independence celebrations, fire a ceremonial cannon salute from the post into New York Harbor, July 2, 2026.

    The mission supports Fort Hamilton’s role in Sail4th 250 and highlights the Army’s enduring commitment to readiness and lethality—core lines of effort dating back to the Department of War. Naval vessels participating in the International Naval Review will pass Fort Hamilton on July 4 as part of America’s 250th birthday commemorations. (U.S. Army photo by Mark Getman/Fort Hamilton Public Affairs Office)

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    Date Taken: 07.01.2026
    Date Posted: 07.02.2026 20:02
    Photo ID: 9789747
    VIRIN: 260701-A-LO645-9644
    Resolution: 3190x3168
    Size: 3.43 MB
    Location: BAY RIDGE, NEW YORK, US
    Web Views: 36
    Downloads: 4

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    A military artillery piece, likely a howitzer or field gun, is displayed outdoors on a grassy area near a waterfront. Several artillery rounds/shells are arranged on the ground in front of the weapon. A large suspension bridge, consistent with the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York, is visible in the background.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are operating artillery cannons in an outdoor park setting, producing large clouds of white smoke consistent with a ceremonial salute firing. The scene takes place near a large suspension bridge, identifiable as the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York. A park bench and fire extinguisher are visible in the foreground, suggesting a public ceremonial event.
    Three soldiers in U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are operating a light artillery piece, likely an M119 howitzer or ceremonial cannon, which has just been fired as evidenced by the large white smoke cloud billowing from the muzzle. The scene appears to be a ceremonial salute or demonstration rather than combat, given the urban/base setting, proximity to a road, and presence of a fire extinguisher nearby as a safety precaution. The soldiers are positioned around the cannon in post-firing stances.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is firing a ceremonial artillery cannon, producing a large muzzle blast with orange flame and white smoke. The scene appears to be a formal military ceremony conducted near a waterfront road, likely at a military installation. Civilian vehicles and a body of water with boats are visible in the background.
    A group of approximately 13 U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniforms pose for a group photo outdoors. They are positioned around what appears to be a historic artillery piece, with a large suspension bridge visible in the background. The setting appears to be a military installation or park near a major waterway.
    A soldier in camouflage uniform and wearing ear protection stands near an artillery piece, likely a howitzer, positioned on a grassy area near a waterfront. In the background, a large naval vessel is visible on the water, along with a road, chain-link fence, and street lights. The scene suggests a military ceremony or training exercise at a coastal military installation.

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