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    104th Mission Support Group Conducts Combat Readiness Exercise [Image 2 of 11]

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    A fully equipped military or law enforcement operator in multicam camouflage is using a metal detector or ground-scanning device near a utility pole on a grassy area. The scene appears to be a forward operating base or staging area, with a white and red/yellow chevron-marked trailer, a tan shelter structure, and palletized water supplies visible in the background. The activity suggests an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), route clearance, or security sweep operation.

    CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS, UNITED STATES

    08.21.2026

    Photo by Airman 1st Class Elijah Harris 

    104th Fighter Wing

    A U.S. Explosive Ordinance Disposal Airman from the 104th EOD Flight sweeps for explosives during a Combat Readiness Exercise at Westover Air Reserve Base, Chicopee, Mass., Aug. 23, 2026. Improvised explosive devices, or IEDs, continue to present great risk to servicemembers operating in previously enemey-occupied areas, especially in areas like the U.S. Central Command or U.S. African Command.(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Elijah Harris)

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    Date Taken: 08.21.2026
    Date Posted: 08.23.2026 13:05
    Photo ID: 9883756
    VIRIN: 260821-Z-TN357-1002
    Resolution: 5585x3716
    Size: 6.05 MB
    Location: CHICOPEE, MASSACHUSETTS, US
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    Three military personnel in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are conducting what appears to be a tactical training exercise in a vegetated area. They are positioned near a large cylindrical metal tank or barrel, with at least one soldier in a crouched position appearing to call out or communicate. All three are armed with rifles and wearing tactical helmets and body armor.
    A fully equipped military or law enforcement operator in multicam camouflage is using a metal detector or ground-scanning device near a utility pole on a grassy area. The scene appears to be a forward operating base or staging area, with a white and red/yellow chevron-marked trailer, a tan shelter structure, and palletized water supplies visible in the background. The activity suggests an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), route clearance, or security sweep operation.
    A military personnel wearing full CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) protective gear walks across a grassy field during what appears to be a training exercise. The individual is equipped with a gas mask, woodland camouflage MOPP suit over a MultiCam tactical vest, black rubber gloves and boots, and carries various pouches and equipment. Tape markings labeled 'SIM' on the legs suggest this is a simulation or training scenario.
    A U.S. Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is kneeling on grass, using a hammer to drive a ground stake into the earth as part of setting up a tripod-mounted antenna or communications mast. A second soldier stands behind, assisting with the upper portion of the equipment. The setting appears to be a training or operational area near a building.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are kneeling on grass, filling a sandbag with soil. One airman holds open a green sandbag while the other uses a hand tool to dig and transfer dirt. A yellow construction vehicle is visible in the background on a paved surface.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms and body armor are working with a stainless steel field equipment unit outdoors on a grassy area. Two soldiers are actively engaged with the equipment, with one kneeling and connecting a green flexible hose to the unit labeled 'HOT EXHAUST', while a third soldier observes. The setting appears to be a military training exercise or field operation.
    Two military personnel in camouflage uniforms are interacting outdoors at what appears to be a military installation or training facility. One soldier is laughing broadly while the other, wearing a helmet with mounted equipment, appears to be writing on or examining the first soldier's wrist. The interaction appears informal and lighthearted in nature.
    A soldier in full camouflage uniform and glasses sits on a folding chair holding a rifle while speaking with a civilian or off-duty personnel wearing a black t-shirt with a unit patch. The setting appears to be inside a wooden structure, possibly a training facility or temporary building. The interaction suggests a briefing, debrief, or interview scenario.
    A group of military personnel in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms are working around a munitions cart or weapons loading trailer on an airfield tarmac. Several soldiers wearing 'AMMO' patches are handling equipment on the cart, while two civilian or support personnel in high-visibility yellow vests observe in the background. The scene appears to depict an ammunition handling or weapons loading operation at a military airfield.
    A training or simulation scenario depicting a vehicle fire or explosion drill. A dark pickup truck with its door open is emitting heavy smoke in the background, while a white CPR/medical training mannequin head lies on the grass in the foreground. The scene appears to be a first responder or emergency services training exercise.
    Military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are conducting a medical training exercise involving a mannequin casualty on a field litter/stretcher inside a tactical tent. One soldier is leaning over the mannequin performing a simulated medical assessment or treatment. A patch reading 'HRA' and an Air Force wing insignia are visible on one soldier's uniform, suggesting joint-service participation.

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