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    Saber Junction 26: Artillery in Action [Image 8 of 11]

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    Two silhouetted figures in military/tactical gear are positioned under a mesh camouflage netting canopy. One figure appears to be looking through an optical sighting device or scope, suggesting an observation or reconnaissance activity. The background reveals an open rural landscape under a partly cloudy sky.

    HOHENFELS, BAYERN, GERMANY

    08.29.2026

    Photo by Pfc. Aubrey Boyle 

    Joint Multinational Readiness Center

    U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 173rd Mobile Brigade Combat Team inspect the sighting system on an M777A2 155 mm howitzer during exercise Saber Junction 26 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center’s Hohenfels Training Area, Germany, Aug. 30, 2026. The Continuous Transformation initiative is grounded in one principle: increasing the lethality of U.S. Army formations by creating more agile and mobile units capable of responding to complex combat scenarios. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Aubrey Boyle)

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    Date Taken: 08.29.2026
    Date Posted: 08.30.2026 10:19
    Photo ID: 9898938
    VIRIN: 260830-A-KW239-1057
    Resolution: 8192x5464
    Size: 5.61 MB
    Location: HOHENFELS, BAYERN, DE
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    The image shows a military artillery piece partially concealed under camouflage netting in a wooded field setting. The gun barrel is elevated at a high angle, suggesting it may be positioned for use or display. The setup appears to be a field deployment with deliberate concealment measures.
    Two soldiers in modern camouflage uniforms (OCP/Multicam pattern) are operating what appears to be an M777 lightweight howitzer or similar artillery piece under a camouflage net in a wooded area. One soldier stands in the foreground wearing a combat helmet with night-vision mount, while a second soldier is seated at the gun's sighting/elevation controls. The scene suggests a field artillery training exercise or operational fire mission preparation.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is operating or inspecting a crew-served weapon system, likely an M2 .50 caliber machine gun or similar heavy weapon mounted on a platform. The soldier is wearing Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform, tactical vest, ballistic helmet with NVG mount, and protective eyewear. The setting appears to be an outdoor training or operational environment with a tarp providing overhead cover.
    A soldier in full combat gear is seated outdoors in a field environment, simultaneously writing on a clipboard/tablet and holding a radio handset to communicate. The soldier is wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with body armor, a tactical helmet equipped with night vision goggle mounts, and protective eyewear. The setting appears to be a field exercise or operational environment with open grassland visible in the background.
    Two soldiers in full camouflage uniforms and face paint are examining equipment next to what appears to be an artillery piece in a field setting. Both personnel are wearing tactical gear including helmets with night-vision device mounts and body armor. One soldier is pointing at what appears to be a control panel or case on the ground.
    Several soldiers in camouflage uniforms are gathered around a large artillery piece, likely an M777 howitzer or similar towed howitzer, positioned under a camouflage netting canopy on a grassy field. The crew appears to be conducting maintenance, training, or preparation activities around the weapon system. The setup suggests a field exercise or operational firing position.
    A soldier in full multicam/OCP combat uniform and tactical gear is handling a large camouflage net or tarp in an open grassy field. The soldier appears to be either deploying or folding the camouflage material, which features a woodland/green pattern distinct from the soldier's uniform. The setting appears to be a rural training area with open fields and tree lines visible in the background.
    Two silhouetted figures in military/tactical gear are positioned under a mesh camouflage netting canopy. One figure appears to be looking through an optical sighting device or scope, suggesting an observation or reconnaissance activity. The background reveals an open rural landscape under a partly cloudy sky.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in full combat gear are operating what appears to be an artillery piece or mortar system under a camouflage net. One soldier, identified by a name tape reading 'DEWITT', is adjusting controls while the other looks through an optical sight. The setting appears to be a field training exercise in a wooded outdoor environment.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat gear is positioned inside or alongside a military vehicle, appearing alert and scanning the surroundings. The soldier is wearing MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform with a combat helmet equipped with a night vision device mount. The low-angle photograph captures the soldier among heavy military equipment components with trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.
    A large artillery piece, likely a howitzer, is positioned in a grassy field partially covered by a large olive-drab canvas tarpaulin draped over the barrel. At least one soldier in camouflage uniform is visible near the breech area, with a camouflage-netted shelter structure in the background. The setting appears to be a wooded, rural European landscape during daylight hours.

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