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Women Marine recruits crawl under an obstacle on the challenge course during basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot

Women Marine recruits crawl under an obstacle on the challenge course ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Usmc Recruit Depot,Parris Island State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SGT. R. Klika Release... More

Members of the 2nd Combat Information Squadron compete in the quick reaction package competition during Exercise COMBAT CHALLENGE'86

Members of the 2nd Combat Information Squadron compete in the quick re...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COMBAT CHALLENGE Base: Patrick Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Opera... More

Construction teams put tents over the frames they have built during Exercise READINESS CHALLENGE 87

Construction teams put tents over the frames they have built during Ex...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE 87 Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera O... More

An out-of-breath STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Tami J. Lee, 20th Services Squadron, holds onto Captain (CPT) Kurt Kaisler, 52nd Civil Engineering Squadron, after running the obstacle course during Exercise READINESS CHALLENGE 87

An out-of-breath STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Tami J. Lee, 20th Services Squa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE 87 Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera O... More

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Jason Salazar, 2854th Civil Engineering Squadron, has a malfunctioning gas mask removed after being subjected to tear gas during Exercise READINESS CHALLENGE 87

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Jason Salazar, 2854th Civil Engineering Squad...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE 87 Base: Eglin Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera O... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Juan F. Gornovez, 321st Services Squadron, displays his target from the M16 rifle competition, part of Exercise READINESS CHALLENGE 87

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Juan F. Gornovez, 321st Services Squadron, displ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE 87 Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operato... More

An AIRMAN tackles the first event on the obstacle course during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87. The competition offers security police squadrons from Military Airlift Command the opportunity to compete in areas that include weapons handling, incident/accident con

An AIRMAN tackles the first event on the obstacle course during DEFEND...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87 Base: Little Rock Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Ca... More

CHIEF MASTER Sergeant (CMSGT) Boxx scores a target after the M16 rifle competition during the Tactical Air Command's (TAC) Prime Beef Challenge. Prime Beef Challenge is a series of timed events to determine which unit will represent the TAC at the Worldw

CHIEF MASTER Sergeant (CMSGT) Boxx scores a target after the M16 rifle...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Lee E. Schading, USAF Release Status: Rel... More

STAFF Sergeant Orlando Liles of the 1776th Security Police Squadron fires an M60 machine gun on the target range during the DEFENDER CHALLENGE '88 competition

STAFF Sergeant Orlando Liles of the 1776th Security Police Squadron fi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '88 Base: Little Rock Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

A member of a team competing in the DEFENDER CHALLENGE '88 M60 machine gun event prepares a belt of 7.62 mm ammunition

A member of a team competing in the DEFENDER CHALLENGE '88 M60 machine...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '88 Base: Little Rock Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

AIRMAN 1ST Class John Fulton participates in a physical fitness competition during exercise Peacekeeper Challenge. Teams representing the best of more than 50,000 Air Force security police on duty at more than 455 worldwide locations take part in the annual exercise. Competitive events include physical fitness, combat rifle, combat tactics, handgun, machine gun, grenade launcher, accident investigation, crime scene search and investigation, military working dog and information security

AIRMAN 1ST Class John Fulton participates in a physical fitness compet...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PEACEKEEPER CHALLENGE Base: Kirtland Air Force Base State: New Mexico (NM) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Participants are helped across the finish line by their team mates after completing the obstacle course event, part of the civil engineering/services competition Readiness Challenge '90

Participants are helped across the finish line by their team mates aft...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE '90 Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

A participant carries his M-16 rifle as he jogs toward the finish line during the civil engineering/services competition Readiness Challenge '90

A participant carries his M-16 rifle as he jogs toward the finish line...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE '90 Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

COL Wayne McDermott, Tactical Air Command, addresses team chiefs prior to the start of the civil engineering/services competition Readiness Challenge '90

COL Wayne McDermott, Tactical Air Command, addresses team chiefs prior...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: READINESS CHALLENGE '90 Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

Corporal (CPL) J. D. Kirby checks out the motor of a M923A2 5-ton cargo truck at the Bjugn Cave facility, Norway. CPL Kirby's parent command is 2nd Maintenance Battalion, 2D Force Service Support Group (FSSG), but he is currently attached to the Norway Air-Landed Marine Expeditionary Brigade/Offload Preparation Party, (NALMEB/OPP), II Marine Expeditionary Force, Forward, (II MEF FWD). This item is being prepared for shipment to Estonia, for use in BALTIC CHALLENGE '97, a Partnership for Peace (PfP) exercise. The US Marine Corps has equipment stored in Norway, as part of the NALMEB Prepositioning Program. The NALMEB program contains equipment and 30 days of supplies to support a 13,000...

Corporal (CPL) J. D. Kirby checks out the motor of a M923A2 5-ton carg...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Corporal (CPL) J. D. Kirby checks out the motor of a M923A2 5-ton cargo truck at the Bjugn Cave facility, Norway. CPL Kirby's pa... More

Captain Johnny Sorloth, the Norwegian officer in charge of the Bjugn Cave facility, Norway, gives the in brief to Marines from the Norway Air-Landed Marine Expeditionary Brigade/Offload Preparation Party (NALMEB/OPP) detachment. This detachment will be preparing equipment stored at this cave for movement to Estonia, for Baltic Challenge '97, a Partnership for Peace exercise. The US Marine Corps have equipment stored in Norway as part of the NALMEB Prepositioning Program. The NALMEB program contains equipment and supplies to support a 13,000 person Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) for 30 days. The Government of Norway is the on site "contractor", which provides storage, maintenance ...

Captain Johnny Sorloth, the Norwegian officer in charge of the Bjugn C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Captain Johnny Sorloth, the Norwegian officer in charge of the Bjugn Cave facility, Norway, gives the in brief to Marines from ... More

Marines unload a 100KW Dummy Load Bank at the Bjugn Cave acility, Norway. This item is used to simulate a load, while perorming a Limited Technical Inspection on the MEP-005 generators shown in the background. This equipment is being prepared or movement to Estonia or BALTIC CHALLENGE '97, a partnership or Peace exercise (PP). The US Marine Corps has equipment stored in Norway, as part o the Norway Air-Landed Marine Expeditionary Brigade (NALMEB) Prepositioning Program. The NALMEB program contains equipment and 30 days o supplies to support a 13,000 person Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF). The Government o Norway is the on site "contractor", and provides storage, maintenance...

Marines unload a 100KW Dummy Load Bank at the Bjugn Cave acility, Norw...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Marines unload a 100KW Dummy Load Bank at the Bjugn Cave facility, Norway. This item is used to simulate a load, while performin... More

Marine's hook up a winch to attach the M870A1 trailer to the Logistics Vehicle System (LVS) MK/16 truck and fifth wheel, at the Bjugn Cave facility, these Marines belong to the 2D Fleet Service Support Group (FSSG), but are currently attached to the Norway Air-Landed Marine Expeditionary Brigade/Offload Preparation Party, (NALMEB/OPP), II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward), (II MEF (FWD)). This item is being prepared for shipment to Estonia for use in BALTIC CHALLENGE '97, a Partnership for Peace (PfP) exercise. The US Marine Corps has equipment stored in Norway, as part of the NALMEB Prepositioning Program. The NALMEB program contains equipment and 30 days of supplies to support a...

Marine's hook up a winch to attach the M870A1 trailer to the Logistics...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Marine's hook up a winch to attach the M870A1 trailer to the Logistics Vehicle System (LVS) MK/16 truck and fifth wheel, at the ... More

Self-loading trailer Logistics Vehicle Systems (MK48 LVS), load ISO containers en-route to Estonia, at the Bjugn pre-positioned storage cave facility. Members of the Norway Air-Landed Marine Expeditionary Brigade Off-load Preparation Party (NALMEB/OPP) position equipment in support of BALTIC CHALLENGE '97

Self-loading trailer Logistics Vehicle Systems (MK48 LVS), load ISO co...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BALTIC CHALLENGE '97 Base: Paldiski Country: Estonia (EST) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL E. J. Young Release Status: Released ... More

From R to L: STAFF Sergeant Wright, (NALMEB/OPP Embark CHIEF) Mr. Richard Montgomery, (Blount Island Command Norway Project Officer), and the MV Villars agent discuss the load plan for 128 end items that loaded aboard the ocean going ferry, at the Norwegian port of Valsneset. All equipment loaded here had been pulled from the caves located in the Trondheim region of central Norway; and is on its way to Estonia for BALTIC CHALLENGE '97, a Partnership for Peace (PfP) exercise. The US Marine Corps has equipment stored in Norway, as part of the Norway Air-Landed Marine Expeditionary Brigade (NALMEB) Prepositioning Program. The NALMEB program contains equipment and 30 days of supplies to...

From R to L: STAFF Sergeant Wright, (NALMEB/OPP Embark CHIEF) Mr. Rich...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: From R to L: STAFF Sergeant Wright, (NALMEB/OPP Embark CHIEF) Mr. Richard Montgomery, (Blount Island Command Norway Project Offi... More

Sailors maneuver lighters in the water after being off loaded from the Maritime Prepositioning Ship (MPS) SGT. Matej Kocak (T-AK-3005) at the port. Baltic Challenge '97 is a multinational exercise conducted in the spirit of NATO's Partnership for Peace (PfP) initiative. More than 2600 military personnel from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, and the USA will participate in the second PfP land exercise conducted in the Baltic region. While Baltic Challenge '97 will conduct training along peacekeeping/humanitarian assistance mission standards, significant US Navy and Marine Corps capabilities never exercised in Europe will be performed including the use of ...

Sailors maneuver lighters in the water after being off loaded from the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Sailors maneuver lighters in the water after being off loaded from the Maritime Prepositioning Ship (MPS) Sgt. Matej Kocak (T-A... More

A piece of lighterage brings ashore the second load of equipment from the SS SGT. Matej Kocak, a US Marine Corps Maritime Prepositioning Ship during an in stream off load. Baltic Challenge '97 is a multinational exercise conducted in the spirit of NATO's Partnership for Peace (PfP) initiative. More than 2600 military personnel from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, and the USA will participate in the second PfP land exercise conducted in the Baltic region. While this exercise will conduct training along peacekeeping/humanitarian assistance mission standards, significant US Navy and Marine Corps capabilities never exercised in Europe will be performed including ...

A piece of lighterage brings ashore the second load of equipment from ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A piece of lighterage brings ashore the second load of equipment from the SS Sgt. Matej Kocak, a US Marine Corps Maritime Prepo... More

An ISO container is off loaded from the SS SGT. Matej Kocak and onto a lighterage for transportation to shore. Baltic Challenge '97 is a multinational exercise conducted in the spirit of NATO's Partnership for Peace (PfP) initiative. More than 2600 military personnel from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, and the USA will participate in the second PfP land exercise conducted in the Baltic region. While Baltic Challenge '97 will conduct training along peacekeeping/humanitarian assistance mission standards, significant US Navy and Marine Corps capabilities never exercised in Europe will be performed including the use of equipment from the US Marine Corps Norway ...

An ISO container is off loaded from the SS SGT. Matej Kocak and onto a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: An ISO container is off loaded from the SS Sgt. Matej Kocak and onto a lighterage for transportation to shore. Baltic Challenge... More

US Marines and Latvian Soldiers listen intently as CPL. Michael T. Chrisly of Memford, Massachusetts, serving with 1ST Battalion, 25th Marines, teaches the student's about the sniper reaction course. Baltic Challenge '97 is a multinational exercise conducted in the spirit of NATO's Partnership for Peace initiative. More than 2600 military personnel from Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Sweden, and the USA will participate in the second PfP land exercise conducted in the Baltic region. While this exercise will conduct training along peacekeeping/humanitarian assistance mission standards, significant US Navy and Marine Corps capabilities never exercised in Europe will ...

US Marines and Latvian Soldiers listen intently as CPL. Michael T. Chr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: US Marines and Latvian Soldiers listen intently as Cpl. Michael T. Chrisly of Memford, Massachusetts, serving with 1st Battalio... More

Latvian soldiers, part of the Baltic Battalion, search a roll player for contraband at a vehicle inspection at Check Point-2 during the field training exercise as part of BALTIC CHALLENGE '98

Latvian soldiers, part of the Baltic Battalion, search a roll player f...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BALTIC CHALLENGE '98 Country: Lithuania (LTU) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Larry Aaron, USA Release Status: Released to Public ... More

Military Photographer of the Year Winner 1999 TITLE: "Patrick Challenge" CATEGORY: Portfolio PLACE: Second Place Portfolio CAPTION INFORMATION: A C-17 swoops down for a landing at Patrick AFB, Florida, while pararescuemen compete in the "Patrick Challenge" a triathlon pitting four teams in a two-mile run, one-mile swim and a two mile open ocean rafting race. IMAGE FILE #DD-SP-01-00041

Military Photographer of the Year Winner 1999 TITLE: "Patrick Challeng...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: MSG David S. Nolan Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Edward Pena and AIRMAN First Class (AIC) Efrain Espinoza, with the 30th Space Wing, Security Forces Team, study their direct hit on a target down range using an M203 Grenade Launcher, mounted under an M16A2 rifle, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Edward Pena and AIRMAN First Class (AIC) Efrain ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The 45th Space Wing Security Forces team, from Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, wait on the firing-line with their M16 rifles as the Marksmanship Evaluators use high-powered binoculars to examine the number and quality of hits down range, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

The 45th Space Wing Security Forces team, from Patrick Air Force Base,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Jason Rearick (left) and SRA Michael Wilson, members of the E. F. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, team, carefully go over their electronic Code Change Verifier unit before the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competition gets under way

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Jason Rearick (left) and SRA Michael Wilson, membe...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Timothy S. Seely, leads his team, the Sharks, toward the finish line during the Marksmanship leg of the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competition

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Timothy S. Seely, leads his team, the Sharks, towa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Willie Washington, 97th Security Forces Squadron, Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, negotiates the "Tough Nut" obstacle during the Air Education & Training Command (AETC) DEFENDER CHALLENGE competition September 4-8, 2000, at Lackland AFB, Texas

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Willie Washington, 97th Security Force...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Steven R. Fox runs through the "Tangle Foot" obstacle during a physical fitness event for DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. SSGT Fox is part of the Air National Guard (ANG) team participating here. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness events, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Steven R. Fox runs through the "Tangle Foo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) SENIOR AIRMAN Vance D. Burke, displays superb athletic skill as he completes the Swing, Stop, and Jump Obstacle during the Fitness Challenge Event of the DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 competition at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 30th, 2000. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) SENIOR AIRMAN Vance D. Burke, displa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major ... More

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Christopher Enfinger, Air Education and Training Command, quickly negotiates the low crawl obstacle of the Fitness Challenge during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness events, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Christopher Enfinger, Air Education an...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Efrin Espinoza, team member for Air Force Space Command, shows the strains of competition after completing the obstacle course during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000, at Lackland Air Force base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Efrin Espinoza, team member for Air Force S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

Air National Guards Technical Sergeant Charles A. Harrison displays a steady and well balanced step as he completes the Easy Balance Obstacle during the Fitness Challenge Event of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000, a competition at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 30th, 2000. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

Air National Guards Technical Sergeant Charles A. Harrison displays a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Ivan Osores, Air Force Space Command, stands poised for the start of the pistol competition during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities in 7 Physical Fitness events, Base Defense, and Policing skills, over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Ivan Osores, Air Force Space Command, stand...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Efrain Espinoza, from the Air Force Space Command team, prepares to engage on targets down range with his M203 Grenade Launcher during a simulated gas attack scenario for the Combat Weapons event during Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 31st, 2000. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in 24 events over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Efrain Espinoza, from the Air Force Space C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

British Royal Air Force members, Corporal Mark T. Holyday and CPL William Griffiths, hustle to take their position on the firing line at the Combat Rifle event during Exercise DDEFENDER CHALLENGE at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 31st, 2000. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness events, base defense and policing skills over six days

British Royal Air Force members, Corporal Mark T. Holyday and CPL Will...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN John Hill (Right), from the United States Air Force Academy Defender Challenge Team, apprehends simulated perpetrator, SENIOR AIRMAN Deryck Schnee (On ground), while his partner AIRMAN First Class Craig Crose calls for assistance during the Base Response portion of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 31st, 2000. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN John Hill (Right), from the United States A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Jacob Farley, Air Education Training Command competitor, takes sharp aim with an M16A2 rifle, while range official US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN James Peck watches intently during the Combat Rifle event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Jacob Farley, Air Education Training C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, Air Force Reserve Command, verifies identification from US Air Force Captain James Jefferson in the Base Response event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on Oct. 31, 2000. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in 24 events six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, Air Force Reserve Command, v...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

Two members from team Air Force Material Command (AFMC) stand ready to fire their Beretta M-9 pistols on pop up targets during phase three of a pistol event for DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

Two members from team Air Force Material Command (AFMC) stand ready to...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Wayne M. Hall communicates with team members representing Air Education and Training Command after detaining a base infiltrator at the Base Response event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by the Air Force Security Forces. The competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Wayne M. Hall communicates with team membe...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Anthony Bechtold, Air Force Special Operations Command, tiredly stands down after a simulated chemical attack during the combat rifle competition at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Anthony Bechtold, Air Force Special Operat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Jody T. Hawk, from the US Air Force in Europe Command, show signs of exhaustion after completing the combat weapons competition at Camp Bullis, Texas, during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Jody T. Hawk, from the US Air Force in Eur...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Camp Bullis State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: A1... More

Defender Challenge controller US Air Force MASTER Sergeant Ernest Rodarte, Headquarters Security Forces Center, monitors the reporting procedures of US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, Air Force Reserve Command, in the Base Response event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in 24 events six days

Defender Challenge controller US Air Force MASTER Sergeant Ernest Roda...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

US Air Force Corporal Mark T. Holyday searches for weapons on an infiltrator, as Royal Air Force SENIOR Aircraftman A. Holmes covers his partner with an M16A2 rifle in the flightline protection event of the Base Response scenario during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by the Air Force Security Forces. The competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force Corporal Mark T. Holyday searches for weapons on an infil...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera ... More

A low angel view of Personnel from the US Air Force Pacific Air Command team sprinting to their defensive firing position at the start of the combat rifle competition during Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. The Exercise is as annual Air Force wide competition, sponsored by Air Force Security Forces, which showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in 7 physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over a period of 6 days

A low angel view of Personnel from the US Air Force Pacific Air Comman...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHELLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

A US Air Force Security Policeman stands watch with the 7.62mm M60 general purpose machine gun during the combat weapons competition at Camp Bullis, Texas, part of Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in 24 events held over six days

A US Air Force Security Policeman stands watch with the 7.62mm M60 gen...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Camp Bullis State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: S... More

Air National Guard STAFF Sergeant Andi Peck of the 115th Security Forces Squadron, Madison, Wisconsin uses a nylon zip-tie to restrain the hands of an intruder during Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. The competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams, in seven physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over six days

Air National Guard STAFF Sergeant Andi Peck of the 115th Security Forc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

Royal Air Force Regiment's Corporal Antony Doherty (Grenadier and kneeling) and Flight Lieutenant Kristian Cressy (M16 rifleman and lying down) fire at targets down range as an evaluator looks on during the combat weapons competition of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Camp Bullis, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

Royal Air Force Regiment's Corporal Antony Doherty (Grenadier and knee...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Camp Bullis State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: M... More

Competitors celebrate a victory during the closing ceremonies of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. The Defender Challenge competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

Competitors celebrate a victory during the closing ceremonies of DEFEN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

Team members from Air Force Space Command show off their trophies for coming in second in the Fitness Challenge competition during the awards ceremony for DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

Team members from Air Force Space Command show off their trophies for ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Patrick Spencer, Air Force Materiel Command, hurdles the Low Crawl obstacle during the CHIEF's Challenge portion of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Patrick Spencer, Air Force Materiel Command...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

Members of Air Education and Training Command pose with awards won for competing in DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

Members of Air Education and Training Command pose with awards won for...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, Air Force Reserve Command, negotiates the low crawl obstacle during the CHIEF's Challenge portion of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, Air Force Reserve Command, n...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Eric Sawyer, 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington DC, celebrates by holding up the Sandler Cup award after winning first place in the base defense event during the closing ceremonies of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Eric Sawyer, 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardi, USAF, (right), mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wing) from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, gives a high five to his arriving teammates as they arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the nds warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the...

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardi, USAF, (right), mascot for the Frontiersmen...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardi, USAF, (right), mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wing) from Malmstrom Air Force Bas... More

Californias Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing's mascot, "Hawkman," watches as a rival teams entrance to the hangar during the opening ceremonies of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the command."

Californias Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing's mascot, "Hawkm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Majo... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left front), and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force, Colorado, pressurize the M2A Burner unit at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, during a lull in the chef safety competition for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork...

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left front), and AIRMAN First Class ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left front), and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), from the 21st Space Wing, Pe... More

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing Commander, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, and his wife, Candi, wait for the opening ceremonies of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 to begin. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the command." (SUBSTANDARD)

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing Commander, Vandenberg Air...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Majo... More

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wings mascot "Snark" rallies his team during the early morning opening ceremonies for the Air Force Space Command, space and missile competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. "Snark" is nicknamed after the SNARK missiles launched from Cape Canaveral. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission...

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wings mascot "Snark" rallies his te...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wings mascot "Snark" rallies his team during the early morning opening ceremonies for the Air... More

Technic Sergeant Ward, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Cifornia, firing range instructor, briefs the 341st Space Wing, Mmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, security forces team on the marksmanship event requirements. The team have their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles and magazines ready. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annuly at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across...

Technic Sergeant Ward, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Cif...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Technical Sergeant Ward, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, firing range instructor, briefs the 341st Space... More

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, security forces team leader directs the exit from a facility during the tactics event of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. TSGT Winfree and his crew carry Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and...

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Pete...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, security forces team leader... More

A member of the Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington Security Force Defender Challenge Team, fires an M-9 handgun at targets during the M-9 competition during Air Mobility Commands DEFENDER CHALLENGE. Defender Challenge is an exercise, which determines the best security, forces squadron in Air Mobility Command with the winner of AMCs competition going on to the Air Forces wide Defender Challenge

A member of the Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington Security Force De...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE Base: Mcchord Air Force Base State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major C... More

US Air Force (USAF) Security Police (SP), assigned to the 39th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) fire 9mm hand guns on the Combat Arms Training Range, at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey, in preparing for an upcoming competition in a regional Defender Challenge Competition

US Air Force (USAF) Security Police (SP), assigned to the 39th Securit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Kevin J. Gruenwald, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Nick Masi, 39th Security Forces Squadron, sites his target, as he readies to fire his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle in preparation for the US Air Forces in Europe Defender Challenge. Areas of training for the Defender Challenge include tactics, fitness and weapons. Training took place at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey

SENIOR AIRMAN Nick Masi, 39th Security Forces Squadron, sites his targ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: A1C Tanaya M. Harms, USAF Release Status:... More

At Cashman Field, the Nellis AFB, Nevada, Honor Guard, post the American and Nevada State Flags during the opening ceremony for the Big league Challenge home run hitting contest on February 9th 2002. The competition is held annually and brings in Major League baseballΘs top home run hitters. This year's theme was a salute to the military

At Cashman Field, the Nellis AFB, Nevada, Honor Guard, post the Americ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nellis Air Force Base State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Robe... More

Dan Nguyen and Martin Delarosa playing for the Navy (VAQ) team successfully challenge Niel Jean-Luc playing for the Incirlik Air Base team for control of the ball during a three day soccer tournament at Incirlik Air Base April 5th through 7, 2002

Dan Nguyen and Martin Delarosa playing for the Navy (VAQ) team success...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Incirlik Air Base, Adana Country: Turkey (TUR) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SRA Dennis J. Henry, Jr. USAF Release Sta... More

A judge observes, while US Air Force (USAF) team members from the 603rd Air Control Squadron (ACS), Aviano Air Base, Italy, apply a bandage to a mock victim as part of the self aid and buddy care competition, part of exercise Combat Challenge

A judge observes, while US Air Force (USAF) team members from the 603r...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Dave Ahlschwede, USAF Releas... More

US Air Force (USAF) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Jose Griggs nicknamed "The Bombardier", is dressed as a US Army Air Corps, Captain (CPT), as he motivates member of the 310th Space Group upon their arrival at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), to participate in Exercise GURRDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Jose Griggs nicknamed "T...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: AMN Kara Mccormick, USAF Releas... More

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Andrea Howard, Food Service Chefs assigned to the 21st Space Wing (SW), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), fires her 5.56mm M16A2 rifle from the prone position during the marksmanship competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Andrea Howard, Food Service Ch...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

US Air Force (USAF) Security Police (SP) assigned to the 45th Space Wing (SW) Security Forces team pose for a photograph prior to the Obstacle Course competition at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Pictured left-to-right are USAF AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Jasen Rodriguez, USAF STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) David Ball, USAF First Lieutenant (1LT) Tim McCarty, USAF A1C Brad Terry

US Air Force (USAF) Security Police (SP) assigned to the 45th Space Wi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

President George Bush, flanked by First Lady Laura Bush, disucssing the President's Challenge Physical Activity and Awards Program and introducing the members of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, at the White House Fitness Expo on the White House lawn, Washington, D.C.

President George Bush, flanked by First Lady Laura Bush, disucssing th...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

President George Bush, flanked by First Lady Laura Bush, discussing the President's Challenge Physical Activity and Awards Program and introducing the members of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, at the White House Fitness Expo on the White House lawn, Washington, D.C.

President George Bush, flanked by First Lady Laura Bush, discussing th...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

President George Bush, flanked by First Lady Laura Bush, discussing the President's Challenge Physical Activity and Awards Program and introducing the members of the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, at the White House Fitness Expo on the White House lawn, Washington, D.C.

President George Bush, flanked by First Lady Laura Bush, discussing th...

Photographs Documenting the Secretary's Activities, and Agency Officials, Events, Programs, and Managed Sites

US Air Force (USAF) Airmen assigned to the 57th Aircraft Generation Squadron (AGS), upload an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile onto the wing pylon of a USAF F-15 Strike Eagle aircraft on the flight line at Nellis Air Force Base (AFB), Nevada (NV) in participation for the joint service experimentation process dubbed Millennium Challenge 2002 (MC02). Sponsored by the US Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM), the MC02 experiment explores how Effects Based Operations (EBO) can provide an integrated joint context for conducting rapid, decisive operations (RDO)

US Air Force (USAF) Airmen assigned to the 57th Aircraft Generation Sq...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nellis Air Force Base State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Robert W. Valenca, USAF Release Sta... More

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Bean (left) and an unidentified Israeli Defense Force (IDF) Army Soldier examines a ground control station for a Dragon Eye, Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), during a demonstration held at the Southern California Logistics Airport (SCLA), (formerly George Air Force Base), during the joint service experimentation process dubbed Millennium Challenge 2002 (MC02). Sponsored by the US Joint Forces Command (USJFCOM), the MC02 experiment explores how Effects Based Operations (EBO) can provide an integrated joint context for conducting rapid, decisive operations (RDO)

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Bean (left) and an uni...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Southern Calif Logistics Airport State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT John Houghton, USAF ... More

The US Air Forces Europe (USAFE) Defender Challenge team loads M-9 9mm Beretta Pistol magazines for their target practice, on the Laughlin Air Force Base (AFB), Texas, firing range

The US Air Forces Europe (USAFE) Defender Challenge team loads M-9 9mm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT J... More

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gary Marsland, with the 86th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), from Ramstein Air Base (AB), Germany, fires at pop up targets during the handgun competition portion of Defender Challenge held at Lackland Air Force Base (AFB), Texas

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gary Marsland, with the 86th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT J... More

US Air Force (USAF) Guardian Challenge team personnel and mascot from the 90th Space Wing (SW) at F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), land in a USAF C-141B cargo aircraft at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA) and are greeted by the Space Command (AFSPC) Commander General (GEN) Lance Lord (second from right). Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA

US Air Force (USAF) Guardian Challenge team personnel and mascot from ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) "Iron Mike," or STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jason Hand, mascot from the 21st Space Wing (SW), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), motivates his team as they land at Vandenberg AFB, California (CA). Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA

US Air Force (USAF) "Iron Mike," or STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jason Hand, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) Guardian Challenge team personnel from the 90th Space Wing (SW) at F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA) aboard a USAF C-141B cargo aircraft and are greeted by the Space Command (AFSPC) honor guard. Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA. The team mascot, "The Wrangler" gets his team fired up after arriving. (SUBSTANDARD)

US Air Force (USAF) Guardian Challenge team personnel from the 90th Sp...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Lance W. Lord, Commander of the Air Force Space Command (AFSPC), at Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), speaks to the competitors during the opening ceremonies of Guardian Challenge at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA). Exercise Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition and is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Lance W. Lord, Commander of the Air ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) Security forces personnel from the 91st Space Wing (SW) "Roughriders," from Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), sprint across the line after completing the first half of the marksmanship competition Guardian Challenge at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) Security forces personnel from the 91st Space Wing...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) David Sellers (left) and AIRMAN (AMN) Michael Woods, with the 91st Space Wing (SW), Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), finish assembling a hardened intersite cable systems spike case during a missile maintenance team exercise for Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) David Sellers (left) and AIR...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Sandra Sturkie and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Holly Hood from the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), prep food prior to the chef cooking competition during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Sandra Sturkie and AIRMAN Fi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Michael Pruismann from the 341st Space Wing (SW), Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana (MT), carefully makes his way to the end of the Balancing Logs on the obstacle course during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Michael Pruismann from th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Rick Cardona with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), makes his way across the Island Hopper obstacle during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Rick Cardona with the 90t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Air Force (USAF) Second Lieutenant (2LT) Jesse Goens with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), makes his way out of the Trench Crawl obstacle during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) Second Lieutenant (2LT) Jesse Goens with the 90th ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lance Corporal (LCPL) Terrel John Sjostrom (left), Intelligence Analyst, 4th Marine Regiment (MAR REGT), backs an M1038 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) into the side of the Combat Operation Center (COC) to unload gear at Camp Fuji Japan. The deployed Marines with 4th Marine Regiment (MAR REGT), 3rd Marine Division (MAR DIV) and Combat Logistics Company (CLC), 3rd Force Service Support Group (FSSG), Okinawa, Japan participate in setting up the COC during a two-hour challenge during exercise Fuji Incremental Training Program (FITP) 2004

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lance Corporal (LCPL) Terrel John Sjostrom (lef...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Fuji State: Honshu Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: 4th Marines Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Bobby J. Sego... More

040824-F-1980P-072 (Aug. 24, 2004)US Air Force (USAF) Airmen from various Security Forces Squadrons (SFS) assigned in Germany (DEU) participate in a three-mile race in full battle gear during tryouts for the US Air Force Europe (USAFE) 2004 Defender Challenge team at Vogelweh Air Base, Rheinland, DEU. Defender Challenge is a security forces competition pitting competitors from major USAF commands against one another over a series of events.U.S. Air Force official photo by AIRMAN Lauren Padden (RELEASED)

040824-F-1980P-072 (Aug. 24, 2004)US Air Force (USAF) Airmen from vari...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vogelweh Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: AMN Lauren Padden, USAF Release Status: Rel... More

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen perform sit-ups, as they compete for top honors in physical strength, endurance, mental and emotional challenges, during Dragon Challenge 04 at Avon Park, Fla., on Dec. 4, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by SENIOR AIRMAN Lapedra P. Tolson) (Released)

U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen perform sit-ups, as t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Avon Park Air Force Range State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Lapedra P. Tolson Release Statu... More

U.S. Air Force 20th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Control Party SENIOR AIRMAN Justin Pilant climbs over a wall during the Dragon Challenge 04 obstacle course at Avon Park, Fla., on Dec. 5, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by STAFF SGT. Quinton T. Burris) (Released)

U.S. Air Force 20th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Contr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Avon Park Air Force Range State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Quinton T. Burris Release Stat... More

U.S. Air Force 20th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Control Party SENIOR AIRMAN Justin Pilant crawls through an obstacle during Dragon Challenge 04 at Avon Park, Fla., on Dec. 5, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by SENIOR AIRMAN Lapedra P. Tolson) (Released)

U.S. Air Force 20th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Contr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Avon Park Air Force Range State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Lapedra P. Tolson Release Statu... More

U.S. Air Force 15th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Control Party STAFF SGT. Thomas Lohsandt runs through the Dragon Challenge 04 obstacle course at Avon Park, Fla., on Dec. 5, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by STAFF SGT. Quinton T. Burris) (Released)

U.S. Air Force 15th Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Contr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Avon Park Air Force Range State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Quinton T. Burris Release Stat... More

U.S. Air Force 682nd Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Control Party STAFF SGT. Jeremy Jenkins shows exhaustion after completing a 12-mile ruck sack march as he competes for top honors in physical strength, endurance, mental and emotional challenges, during Dragon Challenge 04 at Avon Park, Fla., on Dec. 6, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by SENIOR AIRMAN Lapedra P. Tolson) (Released)

U.S. Air Force 682nd Air Support Operations Squadron Tactical Air Cont...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Avon Park Air Force Range State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Lapedra Tolson Release Status: ... More

U.S. Air Force 36th Air Expeditionary Wing Commander COL. P.K White, salutes before presenting medals to team Mission Support, 36 Support Group, during Warrior Day Challenge at Arch Light Memorial Park, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, on Jan. 14, 2005. (U.S. Air Force PHOTO by STAFF SGT. Bennie J. Davis, III) (RELEASED)

U.S. Air Force 36th Air Expeditionary Wing Commander COL. P.K White, s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Andersen Air Base State: Guam (GU) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Bennie J. Davis III, USAF Release Status:... More

DISCOVERY CHALLENGE - U.S. National Archives Public Domain photograph

DISCOVERY CHALLENGE - U.S. National Archives Public Domain photograph

The original finding aid described this as: Description: DISCOVERY CHALLENGE Hosted at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., this activity is part of a NASA-Discovery Space Act Agreement to celeb... More

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