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    Soldiers Launch Balloons in Poland [Image 4 of 9]

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    A group of military personnel, including U.S. Army soldiers and Polish Armed Forces soldiers, are gathered in an outdoor field area near a residential building. They appear to be assembling or inspecting equipment, possibly a drone or unmanned aerial system, with white panel components visible on the ground. The scene suggests a joint military training exercise or demonstration between U.S. and Polish forces.

    POWIDZ, POLAND

    07.28.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Rajheem Dixon 

    Multi-Domain Command - Europe

    Polish and U.S. Army soldiers recover a high-altitude balloon payload in Latowice, Poland, Jul. 27, 2026. The combined recovery operation strengthened interoperability and demonstrated the allies’ ability to coordinate high-altitude operations across the European theater. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Rajheem Dixon)

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    Date Taken: 07.28.2026
    Date Posted: 08.03.2026 10:44
    Photo ID: 9845969
    VIRIN: 260729-A-IU004-3199
    Resolution: 6048x4032
    Size: 9.8 MB
    Location: POWIDZ, PL
    Web Views: 26
    Downloads: 1

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    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are working outdoors in an agricultural field setting. One soldier holds an orange parachute or recovery balloon while the other bends over to work on a reflective metallic equipment package. The activity appears to involve preparation or recovery of a weather balloon or aerial payload system.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers are conducting a nighttime field operation, working with what appears to be a large inflatable bladder or fuel/water storage bag. Soldier on the left is identified by nametape as 'ATWATER' and is holding a nozzle/coupling device, while soldier on the right identified as 'THOMPSON' (with Sergeant rank insignia) is examining the connection point using a headlamp. The operation appears to be related to fuel or water transfer/storage equipment.
    A nighttime military operation showing soldiers in camouflage uniforms assembling or positioning a white reflective panel structure on an airfield or landing zone. The scene is illuminated by artificial lighting, with runway or taxiway marker lights visible in the background. A military helmet rests on the ground nearby on a black tarp.
    A group of military personnel, including U.S. Army soldiers and Polish Armed Forces soldiers, are gathered in an outdoor field area near a residential building. They appear to be assembling or inspecting equipment, possibly a drone or unmanned aerial system, with white panel components visible on the ground. The scene suggests a joint military training exercise or demonstration between U.S. and Polish forces.
    A military personnel member in camouflage uniform works at a laptop or electronic device during twilight or pre-dawn hours outdoors. The individual is wearing glasses and a headlamp mounted on their forehead, illuminated by the screen's glow. The background shows a dramatic orange and dark blue horizon with distant lights visible.
    Several military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered in an agricultural field, working together on what appears to be a small unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or drone. A civilian or foreign military observer wearing a dark beret and olive-colored jacket stands nearby holding an orange bag, watching the activity. The setting is a flat, open farmland with rows of crops visible in the background.
    Several military personnel in camouflage uniforms are gathered at the edge of a large agricultural field, appearing to handle or assemble equipment. One individual wearing a bright orange vest or jacket is present among the uniformed soldiers. The setting is a flat, rural landscape under a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
    A nighttime outdoor scene showing a large translucent balloon or aerostat being inflated on a dark field. A silhouetted figure, appearing to be in military or technical gear, observes the inflation process. The balloon is partially filled and illuminated from within or below by artificial lighting.
    Three military personnel are standing in an open agricultural field under a clear blue sky. Two soldiers wear Polish Army uniforms with brown berets and Polish flag patches, while the third wears a US Army multicam uniform with a patrol cap. The rightmost individual appears to be speaking or briefing the others, suggesting a joint military coordination activity.

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