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    U.S. Army Japan Supports Big Rescue Kanagawa 2026 [Image 17 of 18]

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    U.S. Army soldiers are setting up or organizing equipment in what appears to be a large indoor facility with blue tarp flooring. The foreground soldier is crouching over multiple black bags with yellow text labeling, while a second soldier works with military cases in the background. The setting suggests a field hospital setup, emergency deployment, or military exercise staging area.

    KANAGAWA, JAPAN

    08.31.2026

    Photo by Maj. LeeAnn Sagucio 

    U.S. Army Japan

    U.S. Army Japan personnel demonstrate disaster response capabilities alongside the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, and Japanese government and civilian emergency responders during Big Rescue Kanagawa 2026, Sept. 1, 2026, in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. U.S. Army Aviation Battalion Japan and U.S. Army Medical Department Activity–Japan demonstrated aviation and medical capabilities designed to support rapid, coordinated response during a large-scale natural disaster. (U.S. Army photos by Maj. LeeAnn Sagucio)

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    Date Taken: 08.31.2026
    Date Posted: 09.02.2026 01:08
    Photo ID: 9905291
    VIRIN: 260831-A-CX384-9119
    Resolution: 2100x1401
    Size: 2.76 MB
    Location: KANAGAWA, JP
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    Two U.S. Army soldiers pose for a formal military award ceremony photograph. The soldier on the left, identified by name tape as 'CHENEY' and holding a framed Legion of Merit certificate, is wearing the Legion of Merit medal on his uniform. The soldier on the right, identified as 'DOOGHAN,' appears to be a Major General based on the two-star insignia visible on his uniform.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are posing for a formal photo while shaking hands and holding a framed military award or commemorative plaque. The soldier on the left, identified by name tape as 'DOOHAN,' appears to be a general officer based on visible rank insignia, while the soldier on the right is identified as 'U.S. ARMY' with the name partially visible as 'Cheney' on the plaque. The ceremony appears to take place in a formal military setting with multiple flags displayed in the background.
    A large group photograph of approximately 60-70 military personnel and civilians posing together in a formal indoor setting. The group includes U.S. Army soldiers in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms, Japanese Self-Defense Force members, and civilian personnel. Multiple national and military flags are displayed in the background, suggesting a joint military event or ceremony.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers pose together holding a framed certificate from United States Army Japan titled 'The Order of the Bushido,' awarded to COL James C. Cheney. The soldier on the left, identified by his name tape as 'DOOGHAN,' appears to be a general officer based on his rank insignia, and is presenting the award. The recipient on the right is wearing a medal on his uniform, indicating this is a formal military awards ceremony.
    A U.S. Army Colonel named Cheney stands before a display of military flags, wearing an OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a medal pinned to his chest. He appears to be speaking or addressing an audience during what appears to be a formal military ceremony. Multiple flags including the U.S. flag and what appears to be a general officer flag are visible in the background.
    A meeting is taking place inside what appears to be a gymnasium or sports facility between a U.S. military soldier in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform and several Japanese officials wearing blue and orange emergency/government uniforms. The Japanese officials display a Japanese flag patch and kanji text on their uniforms, suggesting government or disaster response roles. The setting and attire indicate a bilateral coordination meeting, likely related to disaster relief or emergency response operations.
    A large-scale joint military and civilian medical exercise is taking place inside a gymnasium or sports hall. U.S. military personnel in multicam/OCP uniforms, including at least one with a 'MED' patch indicating medical specialty, are attending to simulated casualties on stretchers. The exercise appears to involve multinational participants including Japanese civilian emergency responders and military personnel.
    Military personnel from what appear to be multiple services are gathered on a helipad near a dark olive-colored utility helicopter, likely a UH-60 Black Hawk. A Japanese flag emblem is visible on a structure in the background, suggesting this is a joint or bilateral military exercise or visit at a Japanese facility. Personnel in U.S. Army combat uniforms, U.S. Navy working uniforms, and at least one civilian are present.
    A group of U.S. military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms are engaged in conversation inside what appears to be a gymnasium or community center being used as an operational or humanitarian assistance facility. At least three branches appear to be represented, including U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force personnel. A civilian woman in business attire is also present among the group, suggesting a joint civil-military coordination meeting.
    A joint military and emergency response briefing is taking place inside a gymnasium, involving U.S. Army soldiers in OCP camouflage, U.S. Navy personnel in NWU camouflage, and Japanese emergency responders wearing white helmets and blue uniforms. The group is gathered around a whiteboard in what appears to be a coordinated disaster response or humanitarian assistance exercise. The setting suggests a multinational training event or real-world emergency operation conducted in Japan.
    A red, white, and blue helicopter marked with Japanese text (川崎市消防局 - Kawasaki City Fire Department) hovers over a training facility while conducting a rescue hoist exercise. A rescue worker in orange gear on the ground appears to be connected to a cable lowered from the helicopter, with what appears to be a simulated casualty nearby. The scene takes place at what is clearly a dedicated emergency services training ground with marked helipads and training structures.
    A formal meeting or greeting is taking place inside what appears to be a gymnasium or community center being used as an emergency operations or disaster response center. A person wearing a light blue Japanese government uniform with a Japanese flag patch and '内閣' (Cabinet Office) insignia is shaking hands with a U.S. military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform. The setting and attire suggest this is a disaster relief coordination meeting, likely in Japan.
    A formal gathering inside a gymnasium or indoor sports facility, showing a U.S. military officer in MultiCam uniform addressing a group of Japanese officials and emergency response personnel. The officials are wearing blue emergency management uniforms with Japanese flag patches, high-visibility vests, and emergency response caps. Photographers and media personnel are crouched in the foreground documenting the event.
    The image depicts a military medical exercise or disaster response drill taking place inside a gymnasium. Personnel from the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy are gathered around a simulated casualty lying on a stretcher, appearing to coordinate triage and medical response activities. Civilian participants and observers are also present in the background, suggesting a joint or multi-agency training event.
    Military personnel from what appear to be two different armed forces — U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP uniforms and soldiers in Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force uniforms with distinctive helmets — are conducting a joint medical training exercise inside a gymnasium. They are gathered around a stretcher with a simulated casualty, reviewing documents and practicing medical procedures. Media personnel with cameras are visible in the background, suggesting this is a documented joint exercise or drill.
    A U.S. Army soldier wearing OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform with a Medical Corps insignia is crouching down and assembling or adjusting a military field cot/litter on a blue tarp floor. The soldier's name tape appears to read 'PITAIT' and the branch tape reads 'ARMY'. The setting appears to be an indoor military medical training or setup exercise, with Navy personnel visible in the background.
    U.S. Army soldiers are setting up or organizing equipment in what appears to be a large indoor facility with blue tarp flooring. The foreground soldier is crouching over multiple black bags with yellow text labeling, while a second soldier works with military cases in the background. The setting suggests a field hospital setup, emergency deployment, or military exercise staging area.
    Four military personnel in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniforms pose for a formal group photograph in front of multiple flags. The individuals represent both U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army branches, identifiable by name tapes reading DAMIAN, JOST, DOOCHAN, and LANGLEY. The setting appears to be an official military headquarters or command facility.

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