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    Target Acquired: 35th ADA Conducts Live-Fire During Tenacious Archer 26 [Image 15 of 15]

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    A military HMMWV (Humvee) mounted with a missile or rocket launcher system is captured mid-firing, with visible exhaust smoke emanating from the launcher. The vehicle is positioned on a dirt clearing surrounded by dense tropical or subtropical jungle vegetation. The image appears to document a live-fire exercise or weapons demonstration.

    AIRAI, PALAU

    07.31.2026

    Photo by Sgt. Martin Nalls 

    8th Army

    An AN/TWQ-1 Avenger Air Defense System engages a target during Tenacious Archer 2026 in Airai, Palau, July 31, 2026. Tenacious Archer is a U.S. Army Pacific-led multilateral joint exercise that focuses on cooperation, interoperability, and advancing the mutual interest of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Martin Nalls)

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    Date Taken: 07.31.2026
    Date Posted: 08.06.2026 22:30
    Photo ID: 9853169
    VIRIN: 260731-A-HW561-1122
    Resolution: 4240x2832
    Size: 3.47 MB
    Location: AIRAI, PW
    Web Views: 38
    Downloads: 9

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    A U.S. Army soldier stands at attention holding a military unit guidon/flag during what appears to be a formal military ceremony on a tarmac or parade ground. Behind him, a formation of military personnel in camouflage uniforms — appearing to include both U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps members — stand at ease. The flag features a teal and yellow design with a circular emblem containing crossed elements and a tree motif.
    A group of military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting field operations on a cleared dirt area surrounded by dense tropical vegetation. Multiple military vehicles are present, including covered cargo trucks and what appears to be an armored tactical vehicle (likely a JLTV or similar platform) equipped with a weapon mount and communications equipment. The scene appears to be either a setup or breakdown of a forward operating position, photographed during dusk or dawn lighting conditions.
    A single military service member in camouflage uniform is carrying a shoulder-launched weapon system across an open dirt clearing. The soldier is facing away from the camera and appears to be moving toward a treeline in a tropical or subtropical environment. An American flag patch is visible on the back of the soldier's pack.
    The image shows military personnel in camouflage uniforms operating around a Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) mounted with a crew-served weapon, likely an M2 .50 caliber machine gun or Mk 19 grenade launcher. The setting appears to be a tropical or subtropical environment with dense green vegetation in the background. Two soldiers stand to the left observing while one soldier atop the vehicle appears to be configuring or loading the mounted weapon system.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms are positioned on a sandy elevated terrain overlooking a body of water. Two of the soldiers are carrying what appear to be shoulder-launched rocket or missile systems. The setting appears to be a coastal tropical environment with dense green vegetation visible in the background.
    Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and tactical gear are operating what appears to be a man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS) or shoulder-fired rocket launcher. A projectile or missile is visible in flight in the upper portion of the image against a partly cloudy sky. The scene appears to be an active firing exercise or combat operation in a tropical or subtropical environment.
    Two soldiers in full combat gear are operating a man-portable surface-to-air missile launcher, with a missile visibly in flight leaving a large white smoke trail across the sky. The soldiers are positioned on elevated ground surrounded by vegetation. The image appears to capture a live-fire military exercise or combat operation.
    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is working on what appears to be a Patriot missile defense system launcher unit. The soldier is inspecting or maintaining the open access panel of the launcher, which reveals internal components including wiring, connectors, and a visible missile canister. The setting appears to be an outdoor field environment under a partly cloudy sky.
    A U.S. Army soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is kneeling on sandy ground, closely inspecting or preparing a shoulder-fired weapon system. A second soldier is visible in the background performing a similar task. The setting appears to be a military training range, indicated by the safety cones and wooden pallets visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is working on what appears to be a Patriot missile system or similar military air defense equipment. The soldier is wearing MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniform with a combat helmet and tactical vest. A second soldier is partially visible in the background, suggesting a team operation.
    A group of soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are working around a military vehicle, appearing to unpack and handle equipment components. One soldier is positioned on top of the vehicle while others work at ground level with open cardboard boxes containing what appear to be equipment parts. The setting is an outdoor field environment with sandy/dirt terrain under a partly cloudy sky.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are handling what appears to be a Stinger man-portable air-defense missile system (MANPADS) on or near a military vehicle. One soldier is positioned on top of the vehicle while the other assists from below, passing or receiving the weapon system. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or operational environment with hilly, vegetated terrain visible in the background.
    A military HMMWV (Humvee) mounted with a surface-to-air missile launcher system is actively firing a missile. The vehicle is positioned on a dirt clearing surrounded by dense tropical vegetation. A missile is visibly in flight with a white smoke trail against a backdrop of green jungle canopy.
    Military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be a field communications or equipment operation exercise in an arid, rocky environment. Two soldiers are positioned on the ground operating a military equipment case with cables attached, while a third stands nearby using a radio or communication device. A fourth soldier is visible in the background among large rocks.
    A military HMMWV (Humvee) mounted with a missile or rocket launcher system is captured mid-firing, with visible exhaust smoke emanating from the launcher. The vehicle is positioned on a dirt clearing surrounded by dense tropical or subtropical jungle vegetation. The image appears to document a live-fire exercise or weapons demonstration.

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