A U.S. Soldier assigned to 91st Civil Affairs Battalion (Special Operations) (Airborne), 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), practices de-escalation techniques while engaging with a simulated media representative during a civil engagement exercise at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, July 9, 2026. During a mission readiness exercise, Soldiers engaged with simulating village leaders and residents while being evaluated on civil engagement, mission readiness, and break contact procedures. The training reinforced Civil Affairs capabilities to assess civilian needs, build relationships with local populations, and operate effectively in complex operational environments. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jack Mellander)
| Date Taken: | 07.08.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.27.2026 15:48 |
| Photo ID: | 9808383 |
| VIRIN: | 260708-A-OS915-1134 |
| Resolution: | 5163x3442 |
| Size: | 2.02 MB |
| Location: | FORT BRAGG, NORTH CAROLINA, US |
| Web Views: | 12 |
| Downloads: | 2 |
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