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    Hoover's Hometown Days 2026 [Image 10 of 15]

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    A man wearing a black Army uniform is preparing to throw a heavy black ball, likely a medicine ball or shot put, on a grass field during what appears to be a public outdoor event or competition. A large crowd of spectators is seated in lawn chairs and standing in the background, watching the activity. The event appears to be a community or military fitness demonstration held outdoors on a sunny day.

    WEST BRANCH, IOWA, UNITED STATES

    08.08.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Melissa Russell 

    NAVY RESERVE FLEET PUBLIC AFFAIRS CENTER SAN DIEGO

    (WEST BRANCH, Iowa) Staff Sgt. Ryan Wetschka of New Prague, Minnesota, plays in the first Army vs. Navy Hoover-Ball expedition game during Hoover’s Hometown Days, Aug. 8, 2026. The Army lost but the game was a major event in the annual August celebration that honors the town’s most famous citizen, President Herbert Hoover, during a town block party filled with history and family-friendly fun. This year’s celebration came two days after the grand reopening of the local Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum following a complete renovation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Melissa K. Russell)

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    Date Taken: 08.08.2026
    Date Posted: 08.10.2026 14:26
    Photo ID: 9861077
    VIRIN: 260808-N-RG360-1506
    Resolution: 6000x4000
    Size: 3.48 MB
    Location: WEST BRANCH, IOWA, US
    Hometown: NEW PRAGUE, MINNESOTA, US
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    A parade is taking place during 'Hoover's Hometown Days' annual festival, held August 7-8, as indicated by a banner spanning the street. A covered wagon-style float pulled by a tractor carries several people, with signs on the side reading 'Jeanie Hoover,' 'Margaret Hoover,' 'Alexander Hoover,' and 'Alexander Hoover Family.' The event appears to be held in a small American town with historic brick buildings, an American flag, and crowds lining the street.
    A representative wearing a red polo shirt with a Naval History and Heritage Command patch is staffing an outdoor information booth at what appears to be a public event or fair. She is engaging with visitors including two adults and a child, showing items from a decorative chest on a blue-draped table covered with Navy-related brochures and materials. A sign reading 'Sailors have more fun!' is visible among the display items.
    An outdoor event booth for the National Museum of The American Sailor, operated under the Naval History and Heritage Command (www.history.navy.mil). Two staff members in uniform polo shirts are staffing a blue-draped table with informational materials and brochures. Visitors, including an elderly woman and a small child, are interacting with the booth staff in what appears to be a community or heritage fair setting.
    An outdoor event or fair where visitors are gathered around an informational booth or display table under a blue canopy tent. A representative holding papers appears to be engaging with three visitors, including a young boy and two adult men. The setting includes multiple vendor or exhibit tents visible in the background among trees.
    A group of approximately 11 military personnel pose for a formal group photo on a grass field. The group includes members from both the U.S. Navy (wearing gold/yellow 'NAVY' shirts and navy blue shorts) and U.S. Army (wearing black shirts and camouflage uniform). A senior Naval officer in dress whites stands on the far left, and an Army soldier in full ACU/OCP camouflage with a distinctive hat stands on the far right.
    Three individuals wearing matching yellow shirts and dark shorts with 'NAVY' branding are playing volleyball on a grass court outdoors. A large crowd of spectators is gathered in the background watching the game. The setting appears to be a community or public event held in a park-like area.
    A man wearing a yellow 'NAVY' t-shirt and dark shorts is captured mid-action on a grass field, appearing to have just thrown or released a large dark medicine ball or shot put-style ball into the air. He is in a low, lunging stance with both feet near the ground, suggesting a powerful release. A large crowd of spectators is gathered in the background, watching the event.
    An outdoor volleyball game is taking place on a grass court in what appears to be a public park during a community event. Two teams are visible, with one team wearing black shirts and the other wearing yellow shirts. A large crowd of spectators is seated and standing along the sidelines watching the match.
    An outdoor sports event taking place on a grass field, likely a rugby or football game, with players in yellow and black uniforms actively participating. One player in yellow is running while another crouches near the sideline, and officials in black are visible on the field. A crowd of spectators lines the perimeter under large shade trees on a sunny day.
    A man wearing a black Army uniform is preparing to throw a heavy black ball, likely a medicine ball or shot put, on a grass field during what appears to be a public outdoor event or competition. A large crowd of spectators is seated in lawn chairs and standing in the background, watching the activity. The event appears to be a community or military fitness demonstration held outdoors on a sunny day.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing black PT (physical training) uniform with 'ARMY' printed on the shorts is holding a medicine ball during what appears to be a fitness event or competition. The soldier has visible tattoos on his leg and is in a crouched athletic stance. A crowd of spectators, including families and children, is visible in the blurred background on a grassy field.
    A young man with a mustache is holding a dark medicine ball raised above and behind his head, appearing to be in the middle of a throwing or exercise motion. He is wearing a navy blue athletic shirt with a gold emblem on the chest and matching navy shorts. A blurred crowd of spectators is visible in the background, suggesting an outdoor athletic event or competition.
    Five individuals wearing U.S. Navy physical training uniforms pose together on a grass field, with four of them holding up index fingers in a 'number one' gesture. The central figure holds a medicine ball or weighted exercise ball and wears a dark navy shirt with a military insignia, suggesting a leadership or instructor role. The setting appears to be an outdoor athletic or recreational event.
    A group of seven people pose for a victory photo on a grass field. Five individuals are wearing matching yellow 'NAVY' athletic uniforms with medals around their necks, suggesting they won a competition. They are flanked by a person in a white naval officer uniform on the left and a civilian in a plaid shirt on the right.
    A group photo of military personnel posing outdoors on a grass field, likely after a sporting competition. The group includes members wearing Navy gold shirts, others in black athletic shirts, a Navy officer in white dress uniform, an Army soldier in camouflage, and a civilian. Several individuals are wearing medals around their necks, and one person is holding a medicine ball.

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