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    U.S. Army Reserve Honors 9/11 Fallen During 25th Anniversary Commemoration at Fort Totten [Image 3 of 13]

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    A formal awards ceremony is taking place under a white tent, where a military or law enforcement officer in olive/green dress uniform is pinning a medal or award onto a civilian man in a dark suit with a purple tie. Several FDNY (Fire Department of New York) officers in dark dress uniforms with white caps and gold insignia stand at attention in the background. A name placard reading 'César Escobar' is visible on a chair in the foreground.

    QUEENS, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES

    09.11.2026

    Photo by Capt. Joshua Castillon 

    361st Theater Public Affairs Support Element

    Col. Jonathan Berliner, right, pins a Purple Heart on former Army Sgt. Ruben Cespedes, left, during the annual 9/11 commemoration at Fort Totten in Queens, New York, Sept. 11, 2026. Cespedes received the medal for wounds sustained while serving in Afghanistan. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Joshua Castillon)

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    Date Taken: 09.11.2026
    Date Posted: 09.12.2026 17:42
    Photo ID: 9931084
    VIRIN: 260911-A-DX199-5923
    Resolution: 6240x4160
    Size: 7.42 MB
    Location: QUEENS, NEW YORK, US
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    A military service member stands at attention before a September 11 memorial wall inscribed with 'We will never forget.' The memorial features battle cross displays (rifles, helmets, and boots) arranged in the foreground, flanked by red, white, and blue floral wreaths. Additional uniformed personnel are visible in the background, suggesting a formal commemorative ceremony.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniforms and civilian first responders in blue uniforms are jointly carrying a large American flag during what appears to be a ceremonial event or parade. The participants are walking along a paved road near a red brick building surrounded by a security fence with razor wire. The scene suggests a formal military-civilian joint ceremony, possibly a memorial or patriotic observance.
    A formal awards ceremony is taking place under a white tent, where a military or law enforcement officer in olive/green dress uniform is pinning a medal or award onto a civilian man in a dark suit with a purple tie. Several FDNY (Fire Department of New York) officers in dark dress uniforms with white caps and gold insignia stand at attention in the background. A name placard reading 'César Escobar' is visible on a chair in the foreground.
    A group of military personnel and uniformed officers are holding a large American flag horizontally during what appears to be a ceremonial event. The scene takes place in a parking lot or open area in front of a brick building surrounded by trees. A floral arrangement is visible behind the flag, suggesting a memorial or commemorative ceremony.
    A military and first responder ceremony is taking place outdoors in front of a brick building. Multiple uniformed personnel are rendering salutes near what appears to be a memorial or monument with a small water feature. The gathering includes Army soldiers in various uniforms, a firefighter, and what appear to be Navy or other service members in the background.
    A formal memorial ceremony is taking place outdoors, likely a wreath-laying event. Military and fire department personnel in dress uniforms are participating, with two soldiers presenting a large floral wreath to a fire department officer. Rows of uniformed personnel are visible in the background, suggesting an organized ceremonial formation.
    An FDNY (Fire Department City of New York) official in dress uniform stands at a podium during a formal ceremony, with his head bowed in what appears to be a moment of silence or prayer. Several other uniformed officials and dignitaries are seated on the stage behind him. The event is held under a tent with an FDNY-branded backdrop and an American flag visible on stage.
    A formal FDNY ceremony is taking place under a white tent, featuring military personnel in U.S. Army dress uniforms alongside civilians and fire department officials. Three individuals stand prominently in the foreground: two Army officers in olive/brown dress uniforms with medals and insignia, and a civilian in a dark suit with a purple tie wearing a badge or pin. An American flag and FDNY-branded backdrop are visible in the background.
    A memorial display commemorating September 11, 2001, featuring the 'Battlefield Cross' or 'Fallen Soldier Battle Cross' tribute — rifles with bayonets fixed into boots topped with helmets. The memorial is set against a brick wall engraved with names and inscribed with 'September 11, 2001' and 'We will never forget.' The display includes multiple such crosses arranged in a garden bed in front of what appears to be a public or civic building.
    A group of uniformed personnel, including firefighters in light blue shirts and military soldiers in camouflage uniforms, are carrying a large American flag during what appears to be a ceremonial procession or parade. The event takes place on a street in front of a red brick building, suggesting a formal commemorative occasion. The mixed presence of fire department and military personnel indicates an inter-service ceremonial event.
    A U.S. Army staff sergeant in olive drab dress uniform is playing a Roland FA-08 keyboard synthesizer outdoors at what appears to be a public event. Multiple FDNY ambulances are visible in the background parking area. The soldier wears rank insignia, service ribbons, and a garrison cap.
    A military officer in dress uniform carries a large red, white, and blue floral wreath during what appears to be a formal memorial or commemorative ceremony. The officer displays numerous service ribbons and medals on his uniform, and is accompanied by other uniformed personnel including a firefighter. A crowd of attendees, including military personnel in camouflage uniforms, is visible in the background.
    A military officer in U.S. Army dress uniform is speaking at a podium during an official FDNY (Fire Department City of New York) ceremony held under a white tent. The podium bears the FDNY shield emblem, and a repeating FDNY-branded backdrop is visible behind the stage. Several dignitaries and officials, including a uniformed FDNY officer, are seated on the stage behind the speaker.

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