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    Desert Forge 2026: Nevada National Guard Concludes Largest Statewide Exercise in Decades [Image 6 of 6]

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    Three individuals — two in modern U.S. Army camouflage uniforms and one in a Revolutionary War-era civilian costume — are jointly cutting a cake celebrating the U.S. Army's 249th or 251st birthday (text on cake reads 'Happy 251st Birthday US Army'). They are surrounded by reenactors dressed as Continental Army soldiers in red and blue 18th-century uniforms holding muskets. The event appears to be an outdoor military birthday celebration held on a sunny day.

    UNITED STATES

    06.14.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Zandra Duran 

    Nevada Joint Force Headquarters Public Affairs

    Nevada National Guard Brig. Gen. Randy Lau and Pfc. Chris Lara Martinez cut the 251st Army birthday cake.

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    Date Taken: 06.14.2026
    Date Posted: 07.21.2026 14:18
    Photo ID: 9822882
    VIRIN: 260614-A-MK350-9887
    Resolution: 6720x4480
    Size: 5.5 MB
    Location: US
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    U.S. Army soldiers are conducting pistol qualification or training at an outdoor firing range in an arid, desert-like environment. The foreground soldier, identified by the name tape 'RIVAS,' is in a shooting stance with a pistol extended toward downrange targets. Multiple soldiers are visible in the background performing the same activity under clear blue skies.
    A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook tandem-rotor helicopter is hovering low over a desert training area, appearing to lift or sling-load a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter marked with a Red Cross (medevac configuration). The operation is taking place near a small numbered structure (6679) in an arid, mountainous landscape with significant rotor wash dust visible. This appears to be a helicopter recovery or sling-load training exercise.
    U.S. Army soldiers are conducting military rock climbing or rappelling training on a natural rock face. At least two soldiers are visible, with one actively managing ropes while ascending or preparing to rappel, and another providing ground support. The soldiers are wearing full combat gear including helmets, body armor, and tactical gloves.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are gathered at what appears to be a field training or forward operating base. Two soldiers in the center are exchanging salutes in front of an unfurled American flag being held by other personnel. The setting includes multiple military-green tents and a mountainous backdrop, suggesting an outdoor military exercise or ceremony.
    A group photo of U.S. Army personnel in modern camouflage uniforms (OCP pattern) posing in front of the US Army Depot building in Hawthorne, Nevada. Behind the main group, several soldiers dressed in historical Revolutionary War-era uniforms (Old Guard or similar ceremonial unit) stand at attention. One civilian in casual attire is visible on the far right of the group.
    Three individuals — two in modern U.S. Army camouflage uniforms and one in a Revolutionary War-era civilian costume — are jointly cutting a cake celebrating the U.S. Army's 249th or 251st birthday (text on cake reads 'Happy 251st Birthday US Army'). They are surrounded by reenactors dressed as Continental Army soldiers in red and blue 18th-century uniforms holding muskets. The event appears to be an outdoor military birthday celebration held on a sunny day.

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