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    Memorial Service Held in Pegnitz for Fallen Soldiers [Image 3 of 4]

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    A mixed military and civilian gathering is taking place outdoors near a cornfield, appearing to be a solemn ceremony or memorial event. Personnel in U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms stand alongside individuals in German Bundeswehr Flecktarn camouflage uniforms, suggesting a joint multinational military event. Civilians in casual and semi-formal attire are also present in the background, with heads bowed in what appears to be a moment of reflection or prayer.

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    08.17.2026

    Photo by Cpl. Grant Hockley 

    12th Combat Aviation Brigade

    Capt. David Bindon and 1st Sgt. Morris from 1-214 General Support Aviation Battalion,12th Combat Aviation Brigade, lower their heads in respect during the memorial service held in Pegnitz, Germany on 18 August, 2026. The memorial honors 37 U.S. Army service members from 2nd Battalion, 4th Infantry Division, 4th Aviation Company, and 15th Aviation Group, onboard during a fatal CH-47 Chinook helicopter crash which occurred on 18 August, 1971 near Pegnitz, Germany. (U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Grant Hockley)

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    Date Taken: 08.17.2026
    Date Posted: 08.25.2026 02:36
    Photo ID: 9884900
    VIRIN: 260817-A-GH759-5360
    Resolution: 3844x5602
    Size: 2.41 MB
    Location: DE
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    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniforms are assembled outdoors in a wooded area, appearing to be at a formal military ceremony or formation. A white flag or banner is partially visible hanging from a tree in the background. The soldiers are standing at attention or in a relaxed parade rest posture.
    A memorial stone covered in ivy bears a German-language inscription commemorating 37 young people who died in a plane crash (Flugzeugabsturz) in August 1971. The monument is flanked by an American flag on the left and a German flag on the right, indicating a joint commemoration. The setting is an outdoor wooded area with lush green vegetation surrounding the large boulder-like memorial.
    A mixed military and civilian gathering is taking place outdoors near a cornfield, appearing to be a solemn ceremony or memorial event. Personnel in U.S. Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms stand alongside individuals in German Bundeswehr Flecktarn camouflage uniforms, suggesting a joint multinational military event. Civilians in casual and semi-formal attire are also present in the background, with heads bowed in what appears to be a moment of reflection or prayer.
    An outdoor memorial or commemoration ceremony is taking place in a forested area during rainy weather. Attendees, including military personnel in camouflage uniforms and civilians, are gathered around a tall dark monolithic monument or obelisk. A banner or flag with a coat of arms is visible, suggesting an official or governmental event.

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