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    Utah National Guard joins communities statewide to mark America’s 250th Independence Day [Image 7 of 14]

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    An aerial photograph taken from inside a small aircraft showing a suburban landscape below. The aircraft's tail section is prominently visible in the foreground, bearing the text 'UTAH ANG' (Air National Guard) in red lettering. The urban area below features residential neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, a small pond or lake, and what appears to be a park with baseball fields.

    UNITED STATES

    07.04.2026

    Photo by Master Sgt. Nicholas Perez 

    Utah National Guard Public Affairs

    In the air, the Utah National Guard supported Freedom 250 flyover events across the state. The Utah Air National Guard’s 151st Wing participated with a KC-135 Stratotanker, while Utah Army National Guard helicopters also took part in aerial support for Independence Day celebrations. Together, the aircraft represented the Guard’s joint capabilities and readiness for state and federal missions.

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    Date Taken: 07.04.2026
    Date Posted: 07.06.2026 16:37
    Photo ID: 9795403
    VIRIN: 260704-Z-CO600-2440
    Resolution: 2543x1965
    Size: 1.98 MB
    Location: US
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