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    Past commanders return to Fort Meade to celebrate nation’s 250th birthday [Image 5 of 12]

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    A man in a blue suit stands beside a concrete memorial monument on a grassy field. The monument bears a bronze plaque commemorating the September 11 attacks, dated 9-11-2002, marking the one-year anniversary. The setting appears to be a public park or open green space with trees and buildings visible in the background.

    UNITED STATES

    06.26.2026

    Photo by Abigail Carey 

    Fort George G. Meade Public Affairs

    Retired Col. Ed Rothstein, a former Fort George G. Meade garrison commander, stands with the Sept. 11 monument following a rededication ceremony at Constitution Park, Fort George G. Meade, Md., June 26, 2024. Rothstein was one of six former commanders who returned to the installation to participate in the Freedom 250 celebration. (U.S. Army photo by Abigail Carey)

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    Date Taken: 06.26.2026
    Date Posted: 07.14.2026 15:29
    Photo ID: 9810342
    VIRIN: 260626-A-KH314-9930
    Resolution: 3992x2661
    Size: 4.16 MB
    Location: US
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    A group of seven individuals poses for a photo in front of a 'Fort George G. Meade Past Commanders' display wall featuring historical black-and-white portrait photographs. The group includes five civilians in business attire and two active-duty U.S. Army soldiers in camouflage uniforms. The setting appears to be an official military installation building, likely during a commemorative or ceremonial event.
    Two men wearing blue military-style caps and dark blazers stand on either side of a granite memorial stone dedicated to the 29th Infantry Division, United States Army, World War II. The monument bears the division's motto '29 Let's Go!' and commemorates the division's service including the D-Day assault on Omaha Beach on June 6, 1944. The setting appears to be a park or memorial grounds with green grass and trees in the background.
    Two individuals stand on either side of a granite memorial monument dedicated to American Ex-Prisoners of War. The monument was erected by the Department of Maryland Ex-Prisoners of War and dedicated in November 2002. One person is wearing U.S. Navy camouflage (NWU) uniform and the other is an elderly civilian man in a suit with a red tie, holding a cane.
    Two individuals stand on either side of a granite memorial monument dedicated to veterans of the Battle of the Bulge (Ardennes), with dates December 16, 1944 and January 25, 1945 inscribed on it. One person is wearing U.S. Army combat uniform (ACU/OCP pattern) and the other is dressed in a light blue civilian suit. The setting appears to be an outdoor park or military installation with green grass and trees in the background.
    A man in a blue suit stands beside a concrete memorial monument on a grassy field. The monument bears a bronze plaque commemorating the September 11 attacks, dated 9-11-2002, marking the one-year anniversary. The setting appears to be a public park or open green space with trees and buildings visible in the background.
    The image shows a patriotic celebration display featuring an ice sculpture commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence (1776–2026). The ice sculpture is engraved with 'Freedom 250' and is illuminated with red, white, and blue LED lights from beneath. It is displayed on a table draped in a navy blue skirt with a 'Happy 250th' banner and small American flag decorations.
    Four individuals, three in military dress uniforms and one in civilian formal attire, are cutting a large decorated cake at what appears to be a military formal event or ball. The group is smiling and laughing, suggesting a celebratory occasion. The background features red, white, and blue decorations including balloons, paper fans, and multiple military flags.
    A group of six people pose together at what appears to be a formal military ball or gala dinner. Three individuals are wearing military dress uniforms with medals and insignia, while the others are dressed in formal civilian attire. The setting includes a banquet table with wine glasses and dinnerware.
    A young man is playing pickleball indoors, preparing to serve by holding a bright blue perforated ball in one hand and a paddle in the other. He is dressed in all-black athletic wear and wearing glasses with earbuds. The setting appears to be an indoor recreational facility with netting visible in the background.
    An outdoor sand volleyball game is in progress with three visible players on the court. A central player wearing a camouflage hat and tan shirt is jumping to spike or block the ball at the net, while teammates and opponents are positioned nearby. Spectators are watching from bleachers in the background on a sunny day.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are gathered around a wooden table at what appears to be a restaurant or dining facility on a military installation. The atmosphere is casual and social, with soldiers laughing and engaged in animated conversation. Food, drinks, and plates are visible on the table, suggesting a meal gathering.
    A single large firework burst is captured mid-explosion against a dark blue night sky. The burst displays golden-orange trailing sparks radiating outward from a bright central core, with blue star-tipped ends at the outer edges of each streak. Faint smoke trails are visible below the burst from the shell's ascent.

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