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[Gordus]

From 2014, more recent ones incoming

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

U.S. Marines Critical Skills Operators from United States Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command conduct combat marksmanship training to prepare for Exercise Combined Resolve II at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 15, 2014. The exercise is a U.S. Army Europe-directed multinational exercise at the Grafenwoehr and Hohenfels Training Areas, including more than 4,000 participants from 13 allied and partner countries including special operations forces from the U.S., Bulgaria and Croatia interoperability training during the exercise to promote security and stability among NATO and European partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Gertrud Zach/Released)

 

[Gordus]

2018

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, watches Marines fast rope out of an MH-60S Seahawk in Guam, January 31, 2018, during Visit Board Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

Marines with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, hook a caving ladder in Guam, February 1, 2018, during Visit, Board, Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fast ropes out of a MH-60S Seahawk in Guam, January 23, 2018, during Visit Board Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security in Guam, January 26, 2018, during Visit Board Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides security in Guam, January 26, 2018, during Visit Board Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A sniper with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, holds an aerial sniper position in an MH-60S Seahawk in Guam, January 31, 2018, during Visit Board Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, clears a ledge before climbing over in Guam, February 1, 2018, during Visit, Board, Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, climbs a caving a ladder in Guam, January 26, 2018, during Visit Board Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

 

[Gordus]

Some more

Force Reconnaissance Marines with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fast rope out of a MH-60S Seahawk in Guam, January 23, 2018, during Visit, Board, Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit searches a simulated detainee during a ground assault in Guam, January 20, 2018, during Realistic Urban Training Exercise. RUTEX provides an instrumental, tailored training opportunity which helps hone their ability to operate in urban environments in preparation for the 31st MEU’s regularly-scheduled Spring Patrol 2018. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

Sally, a military working dog with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit participates in a ground assault in Guam, January 20, 2018, during Realistic Urban Training Exercise. RUTEX provides an instrumental, tailored training opportunity which helps hone their ability to operate in urban environments in preparation for the 31st MEU’s regularly-scheduled Spring Patrol 2018. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

A Force Reconnaissance Marine with Maritime Raid Force, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepares to fast rope out of a MH-60S Seahawk in Guam, January 23, 2018, during Visit, Board, Search and Seizure training. VBSS teaches Marines how to take over ships for searches and counter-piracy operations. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed MEU, the 31st MEU provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Bernadette Wildes)

Japan

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Connor Mooney, a reconnaissance Marine with Force Reconnaissance Platoon, Maritime Raid Force (MRF), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fires an M4A1 carbine during marksmanship training and qualification at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 16, 2017. MRF specializes in amphibious reconnaissance; vessel Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations; and limited combat operations as the reconnaissance element for the 31st MEU. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed unit, the 31st MEU’s air-ground-logistics team provides a flexible force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations, from limited combat to humanitarian assistance operations, throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge A. Rosales)

Force Reconnaissance Marines with Maritime Raid Force (MRF), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire the M45A1 pistol during marksmanship training and qualification at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 16, 2017. MRF specializes in amphibious reconnaissance; vessel Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations; and limited combat operations as the reconnaissance element for the 31st MEU. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed unit, the 31st MEU’s air-ground-logistics team provides a flexible force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations, from limited combat to humanitarian assistance operations, throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge A. Rosales)

U.S. Marines with Maritime Raid Force (MRF), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, fire the M45A1 pistol during marksmanship training and qualification at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 16, 2017. MRF specializes in amphibious reconnaissance; vessel Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations; and limited combat operations as the reconnaissance element for the 31st MEU. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed unit, the 31st MEU’s air-ground-logistics team provides a flexible force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations, from limited combat to humanitarian assistance operations, throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge A. Rosales)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Allen Rhee, a radio operator with Force Reconnaissance Platoon, Maritime Raid Force (MRF), reloads an M45A1 pistol during marksmanship training and qualification at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 16, 2017. MRF specializes in amphibious reconnaissance; vessel Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations; and limited combat operations as the reconnaissance element for the 31st MEU. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed unit, the 31st MEU’s air-ground-logistics team provides a flexible force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations, from limited combat to humanitarian assistance operations, throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge A. Rosales)

U.S. Marines with Maritime Raid Force (MRF), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, sprint to the 20-yard-line during marksmanship training and qualification at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Feb. 16, 2017. MRF specializes in amphibious reconnaissance; vessel Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) operations; and limited combat operations as the reconnaissance element for the 31st MEU. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed unit, the 31st MEU’s air-ground-logistics team provides a flexible force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations, from limited combat to humanitarian assistance operations, throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jorge A. Rosales)

 

[vonFeilitzsch]

A Finnish Air Force pilot made history for his country by becoming the first to land an FA18C Hornet on a USNavy aircraft carrier, the USS Abraham Lincoln on Saturday.

 

[bdpopeye]

Thank you Conhoon! I did have a nice holiday! I just found this thread TODAY!..

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jose Nieves, an infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division tests Step In Visor and Low Profile Mandible during Urban Advanced Naval Technology Exercise 2018 (ANTX-18) at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 21, 2018. The Marines have been provided the opportunity to assess the operational utility of emerging technologies and engineering innovations that improve the Marine’s survivability, lethality and connectivity in complex urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rhita Daniel)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division test a Tethered Unmanned Ariel Vehicle (MUTT-T-UAV) during Advanced Naval Technology Exercise 2018 (ANTX18) at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 21, 2018. The Marines are testing next generation technologies to provide the opportunity to assess the operational utility of emerging technologies and engineering innovations that improve the Marine’s survivability, lethality and connectivity in complex urban environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rhita Daniel)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Briar Purty, an infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division tests Drone Killer Counter-UAS Technology during Urban Advanced Naval Technology Exercise 2018 (ANTX-18) at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 21, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rhita Daniel)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Briar Purty, an infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division tests Drone Killer Counter-UAS Technology during Urban Advanced Naval Technology Exercise 2018 (ANTX-18) at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 21, 2018 (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rhita Daniel)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Patrick Giblin, an infantryman with 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, wears a concept communication system during Urban Advanced Naval Technology Exercise 2018 (ANTX18) at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, March 21, 2018. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rhita Daniel)

For HI-RES go here;
USMC ANTX18https://www.dvidshub.net/image/4236937/urban-antx18

 

[bdpopeye]

U.S. Army Paratroopers with 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade conduct a platoon level live fire exercise at the 7th Army Training Command’s Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, March 21, 2018. (U.S. Army photos by Gertrud Zach)

For HI--RES go here;
US Army 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade conducts LFXhttps://www.dvidshub.net/image/4239028/2nd-battalion-503rd-infantry-regiment-lfx

 

[bdpopeye]

U.S. Air Force pilots assigned to the 560th Flying Training Squadron fly T-38 Talons in formation for the 45th Freedom Flyer Reunion over Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, March 22, 2018. The Freedom Flyer Reunion is an annual celebration recognizing the incredible service of Air Force Prisoners of War during the Vietnam War, their honorable return, and their connection with the 12th Flying Training Wing during Operation Homecoming. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman James R. Crow)

For HI-res go here;
560th Flying Training Squadron fly T-38 Talons in formation for the 45th Freedom Flyer Reunionhttps://www.dvidshub.net/image/4239543/560th-flying-training-squadron-freedom-flyer-reunion

 

[Herc15]

B1-b Lancer

U-2

F-15

F-15

KC-135

KC-135

B-52

B-52

 

[Bombardier]

Great pics @Herc15 @bdpopeye @vonFeilitzsch @Gordus

 

[Bombardier]

My Dad ( Parachute Regiment) once relayed a comment that his dad said to him, granddad was Coastal AA Artillery WW2 he apparently said about the US Troops. " Some of the greatest fighting men I have ever seen, but they came from good stock". Always made me giggle that, he meant no offence, he was just a true old British Gent and clearly had a lot of respect for our American Cousins. I often hear US politicians and even presidents refer to our "Unique and special friendship", I would say we had a Unique and special, shared heritage.

 

[bdpopeye]

My Dad ( Parachute Regiment) once relayed a comment that his dad said to him, granddad was Coastal AA Artillery WW2 he apparently said about the US Troops. " Some of the greatest fighting men I have ever seen, but they came from good stock". Always made me giggle that, he meant no offence, he was just a true old British Gent and clearly had a lot of respect for our American Cousins. I often hear US politicians and even presidents refer to our "Unique and special friendship", I would say we had a Unique and special, shared heritage.

You get about a Billion "LIKES" for those fine words!
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U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Tony Aguto, Commanding General of the 7th Army Training Command conducts a meet and greet with British soldiers of the 3rd Regiment Royal Horse Artillery during Exercise Dynamic Front 18 at the 7th Army Training Command in Grafenwoehr, Germany, March 7, 2018. Exercise Dynamic Front 18 includes approximately 3,700 participants from 26 nations at the U.S. Army’s Grafenwoehr Training Area (Germany), Feb. 23-March 10, 2018. Dynamic Front is an annual U.S. Army Europe (USAREUR) exercise focused on the interoperability of U.S. Army, joint service and allied nation artillery and fire support in a multinational environment, from theater-level headquarters identifying targets to gun crews pulling lanyards in the field. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Alexandra Hulett)

 

[Bombardier]

Thanks buddy, just imagine, so many members that a million likes would need, I can dream those fantastic thoughts.

My Grandad was exactly what you might imagine a Cockney would be, funny, clever & the salt of the earth. He also had lots of other things to say about our allies but I will save them for another day and thread

 

[DMsquadron]

 

[DMsquadron]

sorry the quality of the images i have been posting hasn't been up to the high standard of images we see usually.

 

[Conhoon]

Don't worry about it. There are very few people here who put pictures taken by themselves - as for me this is a huge asset of your photos. And besides, they are good, you judge too harshly in my opinion.

 

[Black Pawn]

Deployment of military vechicles from Liberty Pride in Jordan. Is it the preparation for intensification of the Syrian Conflict?

 

[bdpopeye]

@Black Pawn , I'm trying to find out more info about the photos of the vehicles being off loaded in Jordan. Do you have any idea when they were off loaded? Thanks.

 

[Bombardier]

https://already-happened.com/2018/03/24/us-unloads-liberty-pride-ro-ro-ship-in-jordan/

Another report I have seen although not in much detail suggests they arrived March 24

 

[bdpopeye]

A U.S. Soldier, assigned to 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment sets up his spotter scope while participating in the multinational squadron live fire validation exercise near Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Mar. 22, 2018. Battle Group Poland is a unique, multinational battle group, comprised of U.S., U.K., Croatian and Romanian soldiers who serve with the Polish 15th Mechanized Brigade as a deterrence force in northeast Poland in support of NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Sara Stalvey)

A U.S. Soldier, assigned to 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment pulls security while participating in the multinational squadron live fire validation exercise near Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Mar. 22, 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Sara Stalvey)

U.S. Army Cpt. Terrence Shields, commander of Iron Troop, 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment prepares for movement while participating in the multinational squadron live fire validation exercise near Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Mar. 22, 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Sara Stalvey)

A U.S. Soldier, assigned to 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment simulates firing a 240B Light Machine Gun while participating in the multinational validation exercise near Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Mar. 22, 2018.(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Sara Stalvey)

A U.S. Soldier, assigned to 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment pulls security while participating in the multinational squadron live fire validation exercise near Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Mar. 22, 2018. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Sara Stalvey)

For HI-RES go here;
US Army in Poland

 

[Herc15]

could someone ID those sniper rifles?
Barrett and Remington??