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    Pershing Cup: The Army’s Best OC/T Competition Balloon Live Fire Exercise [Image 2 of 10]

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    A U.S. Army Staff Sergeant in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is addressing a small group of soldiers under a pop-up canopy shelter in an outdoor field environment. The central figure appears to be conducting a briefing or after-action review, facing the camera while speaking to personnel whose backs are turned. The setting suggests a field training exercise or operational environment.

    FORT BLISS, TEXAS, UNITED STATES

    08.23.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Julio Hernandez 

    First Army

    Staff Sgt. William Elijah, assigned to the 166th Aviation Brigade, First Army, listens to a safety briefing prior to the Balloon Live Fire Exercise at McGregor Range Complex, New Mexico, Aug. 23, 2026. By designing realistic combat crucibles, Observer Coach/Trainers (OC/T) build the foundation of the Joint Force, ensuring Army formations can rapidly adapt, outpace the adversary, and win in the complex global security environment. The Gen. John J. Pershing Cup is the Army’s annual premier Best OC/T competition, a rigorous four-day event held at Fort Bliss, Texas, Aug. 21–24, 2026, showcasing the mastery, discipline, and warfighting excellence of the Nation’s edge. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Julio Hernandez)

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    Date Taken: 08.23.2026
    Date Posted: 08.23.2026 18:37
    Photo ID: 9884025
    VIRIN: 260823-A-BW296-1021
    Resolution: 7767x5181
    Size: 4.19 MB
    Location: FORT BLISS, TEXAS, US
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    Two soldiers in US Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are conducting a ruck march along a gravel road in an arid desert environment. Both are carrying large rucksacks and appear to be armed with rifles. The setting appears to be a military training area based on the terrain and road markings visible in the background.
    A U.S. Army Staff Sergeant in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is addressing a small group of soldiers under a pop-up canopy shelter in an outdoor field environment. The central figure appears to be conducting a briefing or after-action review, facing the camera while speaking to personnel whose backs are turned. The setting suggests a field training exercise or operational environment.
    A military or law enforcement personnel in camouflage uniform is firing at a shooting range in an arid desert environment. A visible impact or explosion can be seen at a downrange target, likely an exploding reactive target. The scene takes place against a backdrop of desert terrain with a low hill in the distance.
    Three military personnel in camouflage uniforms are conducting a weapons qualification or training exercise at an outdoor shooting range in a desert environment. One soldier is in a standing firing position aiming a rifle downrange, while two others observe or supervise. The backdrop features arid terrain with sparse vegetation and layered mountain ridgelines in the distance.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are seated on a yellow wooden bench, reviewing a document together. One soldier, identified by a name tape reading 'WILSON,' is pointing in a direction while the other holds what appears to be a manila folder or document. Both wear unit patches indicating '06A' and '06B' designations along with the U.S. Army patch.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are conducting what appears to be a ruck march in a desert environment. Both soldiers are carrying large rucksacks and wearing tactical vests with equipment. The setting appears to be a training area or military installation based on the road, orange traffic cones, and utility pole visible in the background.
    A soldier in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform is aiming an M4/M16-style carbine equipped with an advanced optic sight system. The image is a close-up shot capturing fine details of both the shooter and the weapon system. A spent cartridge casing appears to be ejecting from the weapon at the lower left of the frame.
    A U.S. Army Sergeant in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is operating a Sony Alpha mirrorless camera mounted on a DJI gimbal stabilizer in an outdoor desert environment. The soldier appears to be performing official military documentation or media production duties. The patch on the right shoulder suggests a unit or state affiliation.
    A smiling U.S. Army Captain is photographed during what appears to be a ruck march or field training exercise in an arid environment. He is wearing full combat gear including a rucksack, body armor, and carrying an assault rifle. A second soldier is partially visible to the right.
    Three U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are seated on yellow benches, appearing to attend a briefing or formation. The central soldier, identified by name tape as 'RASMUSSEN,' wears a Staff Sergeant rank insignia, a '09B' unit patch, a 'Jungle' tab, and an 'A' (Ranger) tab on his left shoulder. The soldiers appear attentive and are in an indoor military facility.

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