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    25 years later: U.S., German community climbs together to never forget [Image 2 of 5]

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    A smiling man stands on stadium steps holding both a United States flag and a German flag spread wide behind him. He is wearing a red bandana headband, glasses, a tan t-shirt with a lanyard/badge, black shorts, colorful socks, and teal running shoes. The setting appears to be a stadium with red seats, and photographs of individuals are visible attached to the seats in the background.

    KAISERSLAUTERN, RHEINLAND-PFALZ, GERMANY

    09.11.2026

    Photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexandra Longfellow 

    U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa   

    KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – Thomas Kraeuter, 6966th Transportation Truck Terminal member, holds the American and German flags during the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, symbolizing the enduring bond between the two nations, at Fritz-Walter-Stadion in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Sept. 11, 2026. Participants climbed the stadium steps in remembrance of the first responders who rushed into the World Trade Center towers and the thousands of lives lost during the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexandra M. Longfellow)

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    Date Taken: 09.11.2026
    Date Posted: 09.11.2026 10:54
    Photo ID: 9927293
    VIRIN: 260911-F-IT949-1113
    Resolution: 2606x3068
    Size: 1.46 MB
    Location: KAISERSLAUTERN, RHEINLAND-PFALZ, DE
    Web Views: 3
    Downloads: 2

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    A group of German police officers (Polizei) and at least one firefighter are standing in a formal line inside what appears to be a football/soccer stadium. The officers are wearing light blue uniforms with black tactical vests and lanyards with ID badges. The setting and attire suggest a ceremonial or commemorative event.
    A smiling man stands on stadium steps holding both a United States flag and a German flag spread wide behind him. He is wearing a red bandana headband, glasses, a tan t-shirt with a lanyard/badge, black shorts, colorful socks, and teal running shoes. The setting appears to be a stadium with red seats, and photographs of individuals are visible attached to the seats in the background.
    A group of firefighters in full turnout gear, including helmets and breathing apparatus, are climbing stadium stairs during what appears to be a memorial stair climb event. Black-and-white portrait photographs are placed on the stadium seats, suggesting this is a tribute or remembrance ceremony, likely honoring fallen first responders. The event takes place in a large stadium with maroon and white seating.
    A close-up image of a person wearing a red paisley bandana tied around their neck, along with military-style dog tags on a ball chain. The individual appears to be wearing tactical or military-style gear including an olive drab vest or jacket with a patch visible. The background shows blurred red stadium seating.
    A Dalmatian dog on a leather leash is being walked by a person wearing firefighter turnout gear on a cobblestone surface. At least two individuals in tan and yellow reflective firefighter uniforms are visible, though their faces are not shown. The setting appears to be an outdoor public area, possibly a community event or demonstration.

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