Waal River Crossing Paratroopers compete in the Waal River Crossing Competition at Fort Bragg, N.C., Sept. 22, 2016. The event marks the 72nd anniversary of when engineers assisted the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment across the Waal River under enemy fire. Soldiers used only helmets and rifles as paddles in canvass boats. Army photo by Sgt. Anthony Hewitt SHARE: Download: Full Size (1.52 MB) Credit: Sgt. anthony hewitt VIRIN: 160922-A-YM156-519A.JPG Photo Gallery