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    Future Soldiers joining the U.S. Army take the oath of enlistment [Image 2 of 13]

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    A group of individuals wearing black U.S. Army branded t-shirts are raising their right hands, appearing to take an oath or pledge. An American flag is visible in the background. The scene appears to take place outdoors at dusk or dawn.

    TEMPE, ARIZONA, UNITED STATES

    09.11.2026

    Photo by Staff Sgt. William Parsons 

    301st Public Affairs Detachment

    Future Soldiers joining the U.S. Army take the oath of enlistment at a candlelight vigil honoring victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, at Tempe Beach Park in Tempe, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2026. The event brought together survivors, first responders, service members, and veterans to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the attacks. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Staff Sgt. William A. Parsons)

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    Date Taken: 09.11.2026
    Date Posted: 09.15.2026 20:39
    Photo ID: 9939054
    VIRIN: 260911-A-SB930-2886
    Resolution: 6703x3536
    Size: 5 MB
    Location: TEMPE, ARIZONA, US
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    A row of American flags is photographed at sunset or sunrise, with warm golden light bursting through the fabric. The flags hang vertically and appear still or lightly moving, creating a dramatic backlit silhouette effect. The shallow depth of field causes the background flags and surroundings to blur into a soft bokeh.
    A group of individuals wearing black U.S. Army branded t-shirts are raising their right hands, appearing to take an oath or pledge. An American flag is visible in the background. The scene appears to take place outdoors at dusk or dawn.
    A group of approximately 25 individuals pose for a formal group photo at night in front of multiple American flags. The group includes both military personnel in uniform (Army combat uniforms and dress greens) and civilians wearing matching black t-shirts with what appears to be a U.S. Army recruiting logo. The setting appears to be an outdoor plaza or public space near a large stadium or arena.
    An older male firefighter wearing a black helmet labeled 'Engineer 101 Sun City West' stands in front of a field of small American flags. He is dressed in full firefighting gear including a tan turnout coat and harness straps. His expression is solemn and serious, suggesting a commemorative or memorial context.
    Four airline crew members are gathered at a podium during what appears to be a formal outdoor ceremony or press event. A woman in a navy flight attendant uniform is speaking into a microphone at the lectern, flanked by two pilots in uniform caps and another flight attendant. The group's solemn expressions suggest this may be a memorial or serious official address.
    Two U.S. Army soldiers in dress uniforms are participating in a formal military ceremony or event. The soldier in the foreground, identified by a name tag reading 'LEE,' is speaking at a podium with a microphone. A second soldier stands at attention in the background.
    Three runners participate in a race event, carrying flags while wearing numbered bibs. The central runner wears a United States Navy t-shirt and sunglasses, carrying what appears to be a Thin Blue Line / Thin Green Line flag, while the runner on the left carries what appears to be the Arizona state flag. The event appears to be an outdoor race held in a sunny, arid environment.
    A U.S. Army soldier in full combat uniform and a woman in a red shirt pose together in front of a sponsor backdrop. They are jointly holding a red, white, and blue crocheted/knitted blanket, suggesting a ceremonial presentation or donation. The backdrop features logos from Tunnel to Towers Foundation, AXON, and JPMorgan Chase.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in camouflage uniforms, along with one individual in a black 'ARMY' t-shirt, are carefully folding a large American flag. The scene takes place outdoors near a waterway with a bridge visible in the background. This appears to be a formal or ceremonial flag-folding procedure.
    A firefighter in full turnout gear, including SCBA mask and helmet, participates in what appears to be a memorial run or charity race, indicated by the race bib number 6468. A large American flag is displayed in the background, suggesting a patriotic or commemorative event. The setting appears to be an urban outdoor location with other participants and a modern building visible in the background.
    A group of U.S. Army soldiers in MultiCam (OCP) camouflage uniforms are walking together in what appears to be a commemorative ruck march or memorial event near a waterfront. Several soldiers are carrying small American flags and wearing photo badges on their uniforms, suggesting this is a tribute or memorial walk honoring fallen service members. The setting appears to be an urban waterfront area with a large American flag visible in the background.
    Two men wearing fire department shirts are fist-bumping near a waterfront area. The man on the right, wearing bib number 895 and identified as 'Kyle Carman' on his shirt, is carrying a folded American flag with what appears to be a badge or photo attached. This appears to be a memorial run or first responder event near Tempe, Arizona.
    A color guard ceremony featuring four police officers in formal dark uniforms and one military personnel in camouflage (OCP/MultiCam) uniform posing together outdoors. The group is holding the United States flag and what appears to be the Arizona state flag, suggesting this is an official ceremonial event. The setting appears to be near a waterfront or marina area with a bridge visible in the background.

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