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    Desert Observer - live-fire exercise [Image 6 of 13]

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    Two U.S. Army soldiers are positioned atop a military armored vehicle, with one soldier standing upright through a hatch wearing a combat helmet with communications headset and OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. A name tape reading 'REEC' or similar and 'U.S. ARMY' branch tape are visible on the primary soldier's uniform. The image is taken from a low angle against an overcast sky, emphasizing the military equipment and personnel.

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    02.10.2026

    Photo by Joseph Kumzak 

    401st Army Field Support Brigade

    U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 3rd Squadron, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, Task Force Reaper prepare for range maneuvers in a M2A3 Bradley during a live-fire exercise in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 10, 2026. Joint live-fire exercises increase the ability of U.S. forces and multinational partners to operate seamlessly in a joint, high-intensity environment – improving readiness, responsiveness and interoperability. (U.S. Army photo by Joseph Kumzak)

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    Date Taken: 02.10.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 05:43
    Photo ID: 9903029
    VIRIN: 260211-A-NG080-1071
    Resolution: 7731x5157
    Size: 9.74 MB
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    Two military armored fighting vehicles are traversing a flat, arid desert terrain, kicking up dust clouds as they move. Both vehicles carry personnel visible in open hatches on top. The vehicles appear to be in a convoy or formation during what appears to be a military exercise or operation.
    A military scene showing a soldier standing in the hatch of an armored fighting vehicle, likely an M1 Abrams tank or Bradley variant, marked with a green lightning bolt insignia. Two attack helicopters, identifiable as AH-64 Apache variants, are visible flying in the background sky. The scene appears to be a military exercise or operational deployment.
    The image shows two main battle tanks positioned on a desert terrain with an attack helicopter flying overhead. The scene depicts a combined arms military operation or exercise in an arid environment. The equipment appears to be in operational condition with crew members visible on at least one of the tanks.
    A military scene in a desert environment showing a formation of main battle tanks on the ground with an attack helicopter flying overhead. The tanks appear to be in a staged or operational formation across sandy terrain. The image depicts a combined arms military operation or exercise involving armor and aviation assets.
    A military exercise or operation is depicted in a desert environment, showing four main battle tanks advancing in a line formation across sandy terrain. An attack helicopter flies low overhead, providing aerial support or coordination. The scene suggests a combined arms operation integrating ground armor and aviation assets.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers are positioned atop a military armored vehicle, with one soldier standing upright through a hatch wearing a combat helmet with communications headset and OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. A name tape reading 'REEC' or similar and 'U.S. ARMY' branch tape are visible on the primary soldier's uniform. The image is taken from a low angle against an overcast sky, emphasizing the military equipment and personnel.
    A column of main battle tanks is operating in a desert environment, with the lead tank actively firing its main gun. A large muzzle blast with bright orange flame and smoke is visible at the end of the barrel. Multiple tanks are visible in formation extending into the background.
    A main battle tank is captured mid-fire in a desert environment, with a large muzzle blast and fireball visible at the end of the gun barrel. The scene shows dusty, sandy terrain with at least one additional armored vehicle visible in the background. The image appears to document a live-fire military exercise or combat operation.
    A main battle tank, consistent with an M1 Abrams, is maneuvering at speed across a desert terrain, generating large dust clouds from its tracks. At least one additional armored vehicle is visible in the background through the dust haze. The scene appears to depict a military training exercise or operational movement in an arid environment.
    A column of M1 Abrams main battle tanks is moving through a desert environment, kicking up dust as they advance. The tanks are painted in desert tan camouflage and appear to be conducting a military exercise or operation. At least four tanks are visible, with the lead tank bearing the name 'BORTION' stenciled on its gun barrel.
    A main battle tank is moving through a desert environment, kicking up significant dust and sand. At least one crew member is visible in the open hatch on top of the turret. The tank appears to be in desert camouflage coloring and is equipped with side skirt armor panels.
    A column of M1 Abrams main battle tanks is lined up on a desert terrain, moving or halted in formation. The tanks are fitted with desert-tan paint schemes and additional equipment including reactive armor panels and external gear. At least one unit marking is visible on the second tank reading '3/270 ACAV' and 'I 32'.
    A tracked armored fighting vehicle is moving at speed across a flat desert terrain, kicking up a large dust cloud behind it. Two crew members are visible in the open hatches of the turret. The vehicle appears to be in an active operational or training environment based on its movement and desert setting.

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    Bradley
    Live-fire exercise
    1st Theater Sustainment Command
    Department of Defense (DoD)
    U.S. Army
    Apache

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