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    A formal group photo of seven individuals posing in what appears to be a U.S. Army command facility. The group includes three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms, one civilian in a blue blazer, and three foreign military officers in different camouflage uniforms. Flags including the U.S. flag and what appears to be a Nigerian or West African nation's flag are visible in the background.

    VICENZA, ITALY

    08.24.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. Raquel Birk 

    U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa

    From left, Central African Republic (CAR) Armed Forces Army Col. Thierry Briste Matchiyou, head of cabinet for the Chief of the General Staff; Lt. Gen. Landry Ulrich Depot, director of the National Gendarmerie, CAR Armed Forces; Gen. Zephirin Mamadou, chief of staff of the CAR Armed Forces, CAR Ministry of Defense; Matt Seifert, deputy garrison commander, U.S. Army Garrison Italy; U.S. Army Col. Kevin Murphy, director, Operational Protection Directorate, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF); Maj. Brett Christensen, military group chief, U.S. Embassy Bangui, CAR; and Command Sgt Maj. Jeffrey Paluso, command sergeant major of USAG Italy; pose for a photo during a Garrison Management engagement at Caserma Ederle, Vicenza, Italy Aug. 24, 2026. The engagement strengthened Central African Republic Armed Forces’ garrison management and readiness while underscoring the United States as a partner committed to stability, accountability and democratic progress in the Central African Republic. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Raquel Birk)

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    Date Taken: 08.24.2026
    Date Posted: 08.28.2026 10:19
    Photo ID: 9892907
    VIRIN: 260823-A-PI656-8428
    Resolution: 10193x6087
    Size: 10.2 MB
    Location: VICENZA, IT
    Web Views: 11
    Downloads: 1

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    A formal group photo of seven individuals posing in what appears to be a U.S. Army command facility. The group includes three U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms, one civilian in a blue blazer, and three foreign military officers in different camouflage uniforms. Flags including the U.S. flag and what appears to be a Nigerian or West African nation's flag are visible in the background.
    A middle-aged man is seated in a black leather chair, appearing to be in a formal meeting or official setting. He is dressed in a navy blue blazer over a light blue checkered shirt, looking attentively to his left. The background features a wooden paneled door and a white wall, suggesting an office or conference room environment.
    Two military personnel in US Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are seated in what appears to be a briefing or meeting room. A US Army Garrison insignia/seal is prominently displayed on the wall behind them. The foreground soldier appears attentive, holding a notepad, while the background soldier is slightly out of focus.
    A formal military briefing or meeting is taking place in a conference room bearing the insignia of the U.S. Army Sustainment Command Europe Region. Several individuals in military uniforms, appearing to represent African armed forces, are seated at a conference table alongside civilians. A man in a blue blazer on the right side appears to be actively speaking or presenting to the group.
    A senior military officer in a green camouflage uniform, identified by a name tape reading 'L.U. DEPOT', is seated at a conference table during what appears to be a formal military meeting or briefing. He wears multiple decorations, rank insignia with stars, a parachutist badge, and a flag patch consistent with the Central African Republic. A second individual in civilian or dark attire is partially visible in the background.
    A military meeting is taking place at what appears to be a USAG (United States Army Garrison) Italy installation. A foreign military officer in camouflage uniform with medals and insignia is seated at a conference table, facing a US Army soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. A nameplate reading 'Mr. Matt Seifert, DGC, USAG Italy' is visible on the table.
    Three military personnel are gathered outdoors on a cobblestone area near a building, with two U.S. Army soldiers and one officer in a dark green uniform shaking hands. The central figure wearing a dark green uniform displays ribbon medals and a flag patch consistent with a Central African nation. The scene appears to be a formal military greeting or reception.
    Two military officers are shaking hands in what appears to be an official meeting or greeting ceremony outdoors. The officer on the left wears US Army OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with an 82nd Airborne Division patch and American flag, while the officer on the right wears a uniform bearing a patch reading 'ARMEES CENTRAFRICAINES' (Central African Armed Forces) and a red beret. The setting appears to be a parking or reception area with a dark van in the background.
    A formal military meeting is taking place around a conference table, involving personnel in different military uniforms and at least one civilian in a blue suit. Name placards are visible on the table, identifying participants including 'Lieutenant General Landry Ulrich Depot', 'Christophe Lopez', and 'Matt Seifert'. The setting appears to be an official military briefing or diplomatic meeting room.
    A formal military meeting is taking place around a large oval conference table, involving personnel in U.S. Army combat uniforms, foreign military officers in green uniforms, and civilians in business attire. The setting appears to be an official conference room with U.S. and what appears to be an African nation's flags displayed in the background. The meeting likely represents a bilateral or multilateral military cooperation discussion.
    Five military personnel are posed for a group photo in front of the Headquarters of the United States Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF). Three individuals appear to be wearing African nation military uniforms while two are wearing U.S. Army MultiCam/OCP uniforms. The building features the SETAF-AF insignia on both sides and a plaque identifying the building as 'Fox-Giunta Hall'.
    A group of military personnel are engaged in a formal discussion outdoors, likely at a military installation. The group includes U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms and at least one foreign military officer wearing a distinctive red beret and different camouflage pattern. The interaction appears to be a bilateral or multinational military meeting or greeting ceremony.
    A formal military greeting is taking place outdoors on a paved area near military or institutional buildings. Two U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam uniforms are meeting with foreign military personnel, one wearing a distinctive red beret and camouflage uniform. The scene appears to be an official visit or liaison meeting at a military installation.
    Two military personnel are shaking hands outdoors on a paved walkway in front of a multi-story brick building. The soldier on the left wears a US Army OCP uniform with an 82nd Airborne Division patch and an American flag patch, while the individual on the right wears a different nation's camouflage uniform with a red beret and a shoulder patch reading 'Central African' or similar. The interaction appears to be a formal military greeting or diplomatic exchange.

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