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Sergeant (SGT) Peter Mishou commands his squad to fall out after raising a flag on the antenna of an M113A1 armored personnel carrier during morning formation. He dedicated the formation to the memory of friends who died in Vietnam. The flag flew in battle during the war. The sergeant's squad is participating in Exercise BRIM FROST'87

Sergeant (SGT) Peter Mishou commands his squad to fall out after raisi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BRIM FROST Base: Fort Greely State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Sgt Paul A. T... More

Navy veterans attending the US Navy Memorial dedication carry signs identifying the ships and commands they served with

Navy veterans attending the US Navy Memorial dedication carry signs id...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHC Russ Egnor, Usnr (Ret.) Release S... More

Aviation Storekeeper Second Class (AK2) Second Class Louis Carr checks aircraft material stock status at Naval Air Station, North Island Supply using Uqadaps. Uqadaps is a computer program used by supply commands at shore stations and on non-automated ships

Aviation Storekeeper Second Class (AK2) Second Class Louis Carr checks...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Kristin West Release Status: Released to Pub... More

High oblique aerial view of the Naval Station looking east, towards the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel. The Naval Station is host to a vast naval industrial complex serving both naval surface and air force commands and host major Atlantic Fleet commands such as Command in Charge Atlantic (CINCLANT)

High oblique aerial view of the Naval Station looking east, towards th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Bruce Trombecky Release Status: Released to Publ... More

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wing) from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, leads the way for the team 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 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."

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the Frontiersmen of the ...

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

Schriever Air Force Base, Colorados 310th Space Group "Bombardiers" cheers on team members during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 opening ceremonies at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. 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."

Schriever Air Force Base, Colorados 310th Space Group "Bombardiers" ch...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Jerry Delebreau, USAF, 45th Space Wg, Patrick Air Force Base, security forces Supertendent of Trag and Resources, nails a target the marksmanship exercise durg the Air Force Space Command GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Space and Missile Competition. 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 warfightg skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readess and combat capabilities through preparation, novation and sharg; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas...

SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Jerry Delebreau, USAF, 45th Space Wg, Patrick A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Jerry Delebreau, USAF, 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force Base, security forces Superintendent of Trainin... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right front) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Lisa Williams, USAF, work together to pressurize an M2A Burner Unit during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Chef Safety Competition. Competition judge MASTER Sergeant Larry Dunbar, USAF, (right rear), observes the process. A1C Williams and SSGT Martinez are Missile Chefs representing the 341st Space Wing at Malmstrom Air Force Base Montana. 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...

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right front) and AIRMAN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right front) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Lisa Williams, USAF, work together to p... More

Lieutenant Colonel Joe Hogler, USAF, 30th Range Squadron, and 30th Space Wing mascot, "Hawkman" greet the competitors from the 30th Security Forces Squadron during the security force tactics competition. 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."

Lieutenant Colonel Joe Hogler, USAF, 30th Range Squadron, and 30th Spa...

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

A UH-1N Iroquois helipter crew from the 341 Helipter Flight, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, receives the orange flag for bypassing an obstacle while guiding a bucket of water through the urse during the Helipter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During this mpetition, Pilot's and Co-Pilot's rely their flight engineers to guide a bucket of water through numerous obstacles with out spilling. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile mpetition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to regnize the best and demonstrate the mmands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates mpetition-tough crews; improves readiness and...

A UH-1N Iroquois helipter crew from the 341 Helipter Flight, Malmstrom...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A UH-1N Iroquois helicopter crew from the 341 Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, receives the orange flag for... More

Under the gaze of evaluator STAFF Sergeant Eric Strudland, USAF, 30th Space Wing Security Forces Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, STAFF Sergeant Jeremy White, USAF, security forces troop, 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, competes in the marksmanship competition 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...

Under the gaze of evaluator STAFF Sergeant Eric Strudland, USAF, 30th ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Under the gaze of evaluator STAFF Sergeant Eric Strudland, USAF, 30th Space Wing Security Forces Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force ... More

US Marine Corps (USMC) Marines assigned to Fox/Battery, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Special Operations Capable (SOC), load a High Explosive (HE) projectile into M198 155mm Towed Howitzer, during a training exercise conducted in the US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR), to support Operation ENDURING FREEDOM

US Marine Corps (USMC) Marines assigned to Fox/Battery, Battalion Land...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: SGT Chad R Kiehl, USMC Release Status: Released to Public Combined M... More

US Air Force (USAF) Captain (CAPT) James Spencer, 319th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS), and USAF Technical Sergeant (TSGT) John Baker, Maintenance Crewchief, go over a maintenance checklist prior to a refueling mission. The 319th EARS conducts combat and combat-support air refueling and airlift missions across US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR) supporting Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, SOUTHERN WATCH, and IRAQI FREEDOM. (Substandard image)

US Air Force (USAF) Captain (CAPT) James Spencer, 319th Expeditionary ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Jerry E. Clemens, Jr., USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

US Air Force (USAF) Captain (CAPT) James Spencer (left), 319th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS), and USAF Technical Sergeant (TSGT) John Baker, Maintenance Crewchief, perform a pre-flight inspection of a KC-135R Stratotanker before a refueling mission. The 319th EARS conducts combat and combat-support air refueling and airlift missions across US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR) supporting Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, SOUTHERN WATCH, and IRAQI FREEDOM

US Air Force (USAF) Captain (CAPT) James Spencer (left), 319th Expedit...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM, SOUTHERN WATCH, IRAQI FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Major Command Shown: CENTAF Scene Camera Operator: SSG... More

British Army Lieutenant (LT) Norris Montgomery, Command Post Officer, 16th Regiment Royal Artillery, Woolwich, United Kingdom (UK), reviews a map with a US Air Force (USAF) pilot, to determine the location of a firing unit during an air defense exercise. The Command Post is responsible for coordinating information between the firing units and all the other commands

British Army Lieutenant (LT) Norris Montgomery, Command Post Officer, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: RAF Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: AMN Christopher... More

A National Air and Space Administration (NASA) B-52H Stratofortress on loan from the US Air Force (USAF) arrives at Barksdale Air Force Base (AFB), Louissiana (LA). The Stratofortress will undergo a Phase Two inspection by personnel from the Air Force Reserve Commands 917th Wing. The inspection entails a nose-to-tail overhaul of the aircraft

A National Air and Space Administration (NASA) B-52H Stratofortress on...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Barksdale Air Force Base State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: SSG... More

040824-F-6701P-006 (Aug. 24, 2004)US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN Dustin McPhillips, 568th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), Ramstein Air Base (AB), Germany (DEU), pumps out 107 push ups in two minutes during tryouts for the US Air Force Europe (USAFE) 2004 Defender Challenge team at Vogelweh Air Base (AB), DEU. SENIOR AIRMAN McPhillips efforts is twice the minimum amount needed to pass this portion of the tryouts. Defender Challenge is a security forces competition pitting competitors from major USAF commands against one another over a series of events ranging from marksmanship to tactics.U.S. Air Force photo by Technical Sergeant Justin Pyle (RELEASED)

040824-F-6701P-006 (Aug. 24, 2004)US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN Du...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vogelweh Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Justin D. Pyle, USAF Release Status: R... More

U.S. Marine Corps II Marine Expeditionary Forces (IIMEF) and 2d Marine Division Combat Camera Marines work to install hoses onto e equipment after repositioning it here on Jan. 8, 2006. 2d Marine Division Combat Camera and II Marine Expeditionary Forces Combat Camera vans are re-configured to provide greater support to major subordinate commands here on Jan. 8, 2006. 2d Marine Division is deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom to conduct counter-insurgency operations to isolate and neutralize anti-Iraqi forces; support e continued development of Iraqi Security Force; support Iraqi reconstruction and democratic elections; and to facilitate e creation of a secure environment...

U.S. Marine Corps II Marine Expeditionary Forces (IIMEF) and 2d Marine...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: U.S. Marine Corps II Marine Expeditionary Forces (IIMEF) and 2d Marine Division Combat Camera Marines work to install hoses onto... More

US Army (USA) SPECIALIST Fourth Class (SPC) James Evans, assigned to Team Alpha, Task Force 1-26 (TF 1-26) Infantry, 2nd Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 1ST Infantry Division, provides security on a stairwell while his team clears the rooms behind him during Exercise NOBLE SHEPHARD, a mission rehearsal exercise conducted at the USA 7th Army Training Commands Hohenfels Combat Maneuver Training Center (CMTC), located on the Hohenfels Training Area (HTA), in Hohenfels, Germany (DEU)

US Army (USA) SPECIALIST Fourth Class (SPC) James Evans, assigned to T...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hohenfels Cmtc Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: PFC Ethan Anderson, USA Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More

U.S. Navy Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Scott Schulz and Quartermaster 2nd Class Kevin Smith, both assigned to Inshore Undersea Warfare Unit (IUWU) 103, stand lookout during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 22, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Sarah E. Bitter) (Released)

U.S. Navy Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Scott Schulz and Qu...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nab Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Sarah E. Bitter, USN Release Status: Rel... More

The Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter, center, Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), greets U.S. Navy Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Brent Jackson duirng his visit at Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area MASTER Station, Pacific (NCTAMSPAC), Hawaii, on Aug. 22, 2006. The SECNAV is currently visiting military installations and commands in the Hawaii Region. NCTAMSPAC manages, operates and maintains Defense Communication System and Naval Telecommunication System assets by offering a full range of automated data processing and information resource services. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class James E. Foehl) (Released)

The Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter, center, Secretary of the Navy (SEC...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nctamspac State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 James E. Foehl, USN Release Status: Released to ... More

The Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter, Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), speaks to local news reporters during his visit onboard Naval Station Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, on Aug. 23, 2006. The SECNAV is currently visiting military installations and commands in the Hawaii Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class James E. Foehl) (Released)

The Honorable Dr. Donald C. Winter, Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), sp...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Station, Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 James E. Foehl, USN Release St... More

U.S. Navy Sailors, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, conduct maneuvers onboard their 27-foot SeaArk RAM Series Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 23, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and it also include Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Sarah E. Bitter) (Released)

U.S. Navy Sailors, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, conduct maneuvers ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nab Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Sarah E. Bitter, USN Release Status: Rel... More

U.S. Navy Storekeeper 1ST Class Nora McDonald, left, uses binoculars while Engineman 3rd Class Jay Gipson checks his communication equipment onboard their 27-foot SeaArk RAM Series Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 24, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Apprentice Rialyn C. Rodrigo) (Released)

U.S. Navy Storekeeper 1ST Class Nora McDonald, left, uses binoculars w...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nab Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSA Rialyn C. Rodrigo, USN Release Status: R... More

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk SEAMAN Gyasa Coleman unloads bags of mail from a truck during mail distribution at Fleet Mail Center Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 28, 2006. The mission of the FMCY is to provide the best possible postal services in support of U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, 18 forward-deployed ships, 62 tenant commands, 24,000 military and civilian personnel and over 600 mobile units operating in the Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Paul J. Phelps) (Released)

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk SEAMAN Gyasa Coleman unloads bags of mail from ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Mail Center Yokohama State: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Paul J. Phelps, USN Release Status: Released to Publi... More

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk SEAMAN Gyasa Coleman places incoming mail on a conveyor belt at Fleet Mail Center Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 28, 2006. The mission of the FMCY is to provide the best possible postal services in support of U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, 18 forward-deployed ships, 62 tenant commands, 24,000 military and civilian personnel and over 600 mobile units operating in the Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Paul J. Phelps) (Released)

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk SEAMAN Gyasa Coleman places incoming mail on a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Mail Center Yokohama State: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Paul J. Phelps, USN Release Status: Released to Publi... More

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk 3rd Class Michael Kotlarz scans barcodes of incoming mail at Fleet Mail Center Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 28, 2006. The mission of the FMCY is to provide the best possible postal services in support of U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, 18 forward-deployed ships, 62 tenant commands, 24,000 military and civilian personnel and over 600 mobile units operating in the Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Paul J. Phelps) (Released)

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk 3rd Class Michael Kotlarz scans barcodes of inc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Mail Center Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Paul J. Phelps, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milita... More

U.S. Coast Guard personnel from the Maritime Safety Security Team 91103 conduct maneuvers onboard their 25-foot response boat during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 29, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 2nd Class Jennifer A. Villalovos) (Released)

U.S. Coast Guard personnel from the Maritime Safety Security Team 9110...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nab Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC2 Jennifer A. Villalovos, USN Release Statu... More

U.S. Navy Explosive Ordinance Disposalman 2nd Class Thayer Jones, from Naval Special Clearance Team 1, suits up in a explosive ordnance disposal bomb suit during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Imperial Beach, San Diego, Calif., on Aug. 30, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined antiterrorism and force protection exercise designed to demonstrate and test the harbor defense, coastal warfare and expeditionary support capabilities of Navy Expeditionary Combat commands. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 3rd Class Patrick M. Kearney) (Released)

U.S. Navy Explosive Ordinance Disposalman 2nd Class Thayer Jones, from...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Imperial Beach State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC3 Patrick M. Kearney, USN Release Status:... More

U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to various commands onboard Commander Fleet Activties Yokosuka, Japan, participate in the E-4 rating advancement exam on Sept. 21, 2006. Navy Advancement exams are held semiannually every March and September. (U.S. Navy photo by Operations SPECIALIST 2nd Class Kevin D. Harris) (RELEASED)

U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to various commands onboard Commander Fleet...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Activities Yokosuka Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: COMMANDER FLEET ACTIVITIES Scene Camera Operator: OS2 Kevin D. Harris, ... More

U.S. Navy Sailors participate in the 800-meter buddy tow swim during the rescue swimmer competition for Surface Line Week 2006. Surface Line Week events allow Atlantic Fleet Naval Surface Force commands to come together and compete in professional and recreational sports, at Norfolk, Va. (U.S. Navy PHOTO by Mass Communication SPECIALIST Seamen Kenneth R. Hendrix) (Released)

U.S. Navy Sailors participate in the 800-meter buddy tow swim during t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ATLANTIC FLEET NAVAL SURFACE FOR Scene Camera Op... More

Airmen using a weapons loader position an AIM-7 Sparrow air-to-air missile beneath the fuselage of an F-4 Phantom aircraft during the combat readiness competition Sabre Spirit 88. Teams from 11 Pacific-area commands are competing for honors in ten catego

Airmen using a weapons loader position an AIM-7 Sparrow air-to-air mis...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Daniel C. Perez, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mili... More

Brigadier General (BGEN) Peter Hayes, Vice Commander, 7th Air Force, speaks at the opening ceremony for the combat readiness competition SABRE SPIRIT 88, during which teams from 11 Pacific-area commands will compete for honors in ten categories related to

Brigadier General (BGEN) Peter Hayes, Vice Commander, 7th Air Force, s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Daniel C. Perez, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mili... More

Some of the participants in the air base ground defense exercise Foal Eagle '89 arrive at the air base. Air Force security police personnel from various U.S. and Pacific commands are taking part in the exercise

Some of the participants in the air base ground defense exercise Foal ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE '89 Base: Kunsan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Val Gempis Release Status:... More

US Coast Guard Lieutenant Tom King gives commands aboard the Coast Guard cutter NAUSHON as US Coast Guard Quarter MASTER second class David villa plots their heading during Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001 in Ketchikan, Alaska. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise and it encompasses military troops from all over North America. The exercise takes place all over the state of Alaska and it last for two weeks

US Coast Guard Lieutenant Tom King gives commands aboard the Coast Gua...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2001 Base: Naushon State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohe... More

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing competitors cheer during the early morning opening ceremonies for the Air Force Space Command, Space and Missile Competition at 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."

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing competitors cheer during the e...

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

Rudolfo Fernandez conductor of the Lompoc Pops Orchestra leads the orchestra in a rendition of the theme from the movie "2001 A Space Odyssey" during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 opening ceremony at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. 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."

Rudolfo Fernandez conductor of the Lompoc Pops Orchestra leads the orc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

STAFF Sergeant Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right) and AIRMAN First Class Lisa Williams, USAF, 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, carry an M2A Burner Unit to the evaluation station. Both are competing against other teams for the Best Chef title at AN CHALLENGE 2001. In this part of the competition the team must properly fuel and light the M2A burner. Competition judge MASTER Sergeant Larry Dunbar, USAF, follows and evaluates the teams process during the competition. AN 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....

STAFF Sergeant Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right) and AIRMAN First Class ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right) and AIRMAN First Class Lisa Williams, USAF, 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force... More

Security Force participants, from the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, race to the next target while competing in the marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. The airmen are carrying Colt 5.56 mm M16As with the lead airman carrying a 40 mm M203 grenade launcher attached to his weapon. 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...

Security Force participants, from the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Security Force participants, from the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, race to the next target while comp... More

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kenneth Conkright, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights," from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, stands watch with his security forces team as they participate in the tactics portion of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. A1C Conkright and his teammates 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;...

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kenneth Conkright, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Kni...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kenneth Conkright, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights," from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, stands watc... 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

A member of the McConnel Air Force Base, Kansas 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 McConnel Air Force Base, Kansas Security Force Defende...

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

Lieutenant Colonel, USA, (right) who commands the Second Battalion of the 187th Infantry Regiment of the 101st Air Assault Division discusses transfer of command issues with Captain Dan Greenwood, USMC, S-3 Plans and Operations Officer, Battalion Landing Team 3/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (Special Operations Capable) at Kandahar International Airport, Kandahar, Afghanistan, during OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM. The purpose of the exercise is to facilitate a smooth exchange of command from the Marines to the Army

Lieutenant Colonel, USA, (right) who commands the Second Battalion of ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Base: Kandahar International Airport Country: Afghanistan (AFG) Scene Major Command Shown: 26 MEU Scene Cam... More

Major General (MGEN) Alan D. Johnson, exchange courtesies with a guest at the United States Army Japan and 9th Theater Support Commands: Outgoing Commander, Major General Alan D. Johnsons Farewell Reception, at Camp Zama Community Club

Major General (MGEN) Alan D. Johnson, exchange courtesies with a guest...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Camp Zama State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Major Command Shown: USAPAC Scene Camera Operator: Kiyoshi Tokeshi, CIV, USA Release Status... More

A US Marine Corps (USMC) Marine assigned to Golf/Company, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Special Operations Capable (SOC), fires his 5.56mm M16A2 rifle at targets during a live-fire, company size, frontal assault, conducted during Exercise Iron Magic 03, a training exercise held in the US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR), to support Operation ENDURING FREEDOM

A US Marine Corps (USMC) Marine assigned to Golf/Company, Battalion La...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: SGT Chad R Kiehl, USMC Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

US Air Force (USAF) Captain (CAPT) James Spencer (right), 319th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron (EARS), and USAF Technical Sergeant (TSGT) John Baker, Maintenance Crewchief, perform a pre-flight inspection of a KC-135R Stratotanker before a refueling mission. The 319th EARS conducts combat and combat-support air refueling and airlift missions across US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR) supporting Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, SOUTHERN WATCH, and IRAQI FREEDOM

US Air Force (USAF) Captain (CAPT) James Spencer (right), 319th Expedi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM, SOUTHERN WATCH, IRAQI FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Major Command Shown: CENTAF Scene Camera Operator: SSG... More

US Air Force (USAF) Firefighter assigned to the 28th Civil Engineering Squadron (CES), 28th Bomb Wing (BW), use a P-23 Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicle to extinguish a mock fire during a Major Accident Response Exercise (MARE), during Phase I of the base wide pre-deployment preparation for the Air Combat Commands (ACC) upcoming Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI), at Ellsworth Air Force Base (AFB), South Dakota (DK)

US Air Force (USAF) Firefighter assigned to the 28th Civil Engineering...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ellsworth Air Force Base State: South Dakota (SD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Joanna E. Hensley, USAF Re... More

Bree (B029), a US Air Force (USAF) Military Working Dog, with the 407th Expeditionary Security Forcese Squadron (ESFS), follows commands from his handler, STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Derreck Bachner, as he attacks SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Steven Moolish during a "6 Phases of Aggression" exercise. The Military Working Dogs here are deployed with their handlers from home station for six months in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

Bree (B029), a US Air Force (USAF) Military Working Dog, with the 407t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Tallil Air Base State: Dhi Qar Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: CENTCOM Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Christina Rumsey, USAF Releas... More

US Air Force (USAF) Major (MAJ) Donald Nesbitt (left), 325th Bomb Squadron B-2 Bomber Pilot, from Whiteman Air Force Base (AFB), Missouri (MO), is interviewed by Mr. Jon Anderson (right), a radio host with News Talk Radio K57, Guam, while he is TDY to Andersen AFB, Guam (GU), participating in Exercise CORONET BUGLE 49, which is part of Air Combat Commands (ACC) ongoing Global Power mission

US Air Force (USAF) Major (MAJ) Donald Nesbitt (left), 325th Bomb Squa...

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 Tia Schroeder, USAF Release Status: Relea... More

Two US Army (USA) Soldiers, Team Charlie, 3rd Platoon (PLT), Task Force 1-26 (TF 1-26) Infantry, 2nd Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 1ST Infantry Division, cautiously inspect a second floor window as they pass beneath it while participating in a Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) training program in the replicated town of Balad during Exercise NOBLE SHEPHARD, a mission rehearsal exercise conducted at the USA 7th Army Training Commands Hohenfels Combat Maneuver Training Center (CMTC), located on the Hohenfels Training Area (HTA), in Hohenfels, Germany (DEU)

Two US Army (USA) Soldiers, Team Charlie, 3rd Platoon (PLT), Task Forc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hohenfels Cmtc Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: SPC Billy Brothers, USA Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More

Onboard the US Navy (USN) Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), AIRMAN (AN) Jeremiah Davis, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 81 (VFA-81), cleans the canopy of a USN F/A-18C Hornet aircraft. The WASHINGTON and its Carrier Strike Group are currently underway in the Atlantic Ocean, participating in the Partnership of the Americas, a maritime training and readiness deployment with Caribbean and Latin American countries in support of the US Southern Commands (SOUTHCOM) objectives for enhanced maritime security

Onboard the US Navy (USN) Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS GEORGE WAS...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73) Scene Camera Operator: PHAA Rex Nelson, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

A US Navy (USN) F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft (left) and a USN F/A-18C Hornet aircraft, both assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 11 (VFA-11), aboard the USN Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) (not shown), fly in formation during a mission. The WASHINGTON and its Carrier Strike Group are currently underway in the Atlantic Ocean, participating in the Partnership of the Americas, a maritime training and readiness deployment with Caribbean and Latin American countries in support of the US Southern Commands (SOUTHCOM) objectives for enhanced maritime security

A US Navy (USN) F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft (left) and a USN F/A-18C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Joshua Olson, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photogr... More

Ombudsman Coordinator Kathy L. Nelson copies a schedule at the Fleet&Family Support Center (FFSC), in San Diego, California (CA) for a future Ombudsman Basic Training Course student. Ombudsmen act as the link between Navy families and commands

Ombudsman Coordinator Kathy L. Nelson copies a schedule at the Fleet&F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LI2 Jennifer R. Hudson, USN Release Status: Rele... More

US Navy (USN) Command MASTER CHIEF (CNOCM) of US Navy Forces Iraq, Pat Flavin (center) poses in a group photograph with USN Sailors assigned to the maintenance section of Patrol Squadron 9 (VP-9), Iraq Detachment Bravo, during a visit to Tallil Air Base (AB), Iraq. CNOMC Flavin is on a tour of bases throughout Iraq to touch base with Navy Commands and individual Augmentees assigned to multi-national and joint service commands in Iraq. VP-9 is currently on deployment conducting reconnaissance and maritime patrol operations supporting Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

US Navy (USN) Command MASTER CHIEF (CNOCM) of US Navy Forces Iraq, Pat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Tallil Air Base State: Dhi Qar Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Eric J. Benson, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More

U.S. Navy Storekeeper 1ST Class Ronilo Cortez, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, mans a .50 caliber machine gun onboard his 27-foot SeaArk RAM Series Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 23, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Apprentice Rialyn C. Rodrigo) (Released)

U.S. Navy Storekeeper 1ST Class Ronilo Cortez, from Inshore Boat Unit ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nab Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSA Rialyn C. Rodrigo, USN Release Status: R... More

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk 3rd Class Samuel Anderson, left, and Postal Clerk 2nd Class LeAnn Baker check and mark the destinations of incoming packages during mail distribution at Fleet Mail Center Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 28, 2006. The mission of the FMCY is to provide the best possible postal services in support of U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, 18 forward-deployed ships, 62 tenant commands, 24,000 military and civilian personnel and over 600 mobile units operating in the Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Paul J. Phelps) (Released)

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk 3rd Class Samuel Anderson, left, and Postal Cle...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Mail Center Yokohama State: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Paul J. Phelps, USN Release Status: Released to Publi... More

U.S. Navy MASTER CHIEF Postal Clerk Otilio Santos, center, shows an illegally mailed fake designer bag to Postal Clerk 2nd Class Christopher Ballor, right, and a Japanese customs official during inspection at Fleet Mail Center Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 28, 2006. The mission of the FMCY is to provide the best possible postal services in support of U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, 18 forward-deployed ships, 62 tenant commands, 24,000 military and civilian personnel and over 600 mobile units operating in the Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Paul J. Phelps) (Released)

U.S. Navy MASTER CHIEF Postal Clerk Otilio Santos, center, shows an il...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Mail Center Yokohama State: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Paul J. Phelps, USN Release Status: Released to Publi... More

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, Battle Color Detachment, based out of Marine Barracks 8th and I, perform the Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony, on Tuesday Feb. 27, 2007, aboard the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., parade deck. The Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony performed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., commences the performing 2007 season for the Battle Color Detachment, which consists of over 400 performances in the U.S. and abroad.The Marine Corps Silent Drill Team is world renowned for their ability to meticulously carry out all movements with an M Rifle without spoken commands.(U.S. Marine Corps photo by CPL. Annette Spurgeon) (Released)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, Battle Color Detachment, base...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 8TH Scene Camera Operator:... More

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, Battle Color Detachment, based out of Marine Barracks 8th and I, perform the Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony, on Tuesday Feb. 27, 2007, aboard the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., parade deck. The Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony performed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., commences the performing 2007 season for the Battle Color Detachment, which consists of over 400 performances in the U.S. and abroad.The Marine Corps Silent Drill Team is world renowned for their ability to meticulously carry out all movements with an M Rifle without spoken commands.(U.S. Marine Corps photo by CPL. Annette Spurgeon) (Released)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, Battle Color Detachment, base...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 8TH Scene Camera Operator:... More

MAW Marines prepare for MISTEX. U.S. Marine expeditionary force

MAW Marines prepare for MISTEX. U.S. Marine expeditionary force

Cpl. Joseph Cuestas, left, and Lance Cpl. Michael Ramirez, data network specialists with Marine Wing Communications Squadron 28, check configurations on the MWCS-28 network during a Marine Air Command and Contr... More

An interior view of the corporate offices of Grumman Aerospace Corp. Grumman provides technical representatives to local commands and to units visiting the naval air station. These representatives help keep Navy aircraft and other equipment working properly

An interior view of the corporate offices of Grumman Aerospace Corp. G...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Sigonella State: Sicily Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 Landenberger Release Status: Released to Public Combi... More

AIRMAN 1ST Class Joe Bilitzo of the 8th Security Police Squadron stands guard with an M60 machine gun on the flight line during the air base ground defense exercise FOAL EAGLE '89. Air Force security police personnel from various United States and Pacific commands are taking part in the exercise

AIRMAN 1ST Class Joe Bilitzo of the 8th Security Police Squadron stand...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE '89 Base: Kunsan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: STAFF Sergeant Val Gempis Relea... More

A water sample is taken from a public fountain by a Directorate of Occupational Health and Preventive Medicine (DOH/PM) technician. DOH/PM, which is based at the hospital, provides health services for the 75 commands in the Rhode Island/southeastern Massachusetts area

A water sample is taken from a public fountain by a Directorate of Occ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Newport Naval Hospital State: Rhode Island (RI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Ron Fontaine Release Status: Rele... More

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Christopher Roberts uses a microscope to examine an asbestos sample in a Directorate of Occupational Health and Preventive Medicine (DOH/PM) laboratory. DOH/PM, which is based at the hospital, provides health services for the 75 commands in the Rhode Island/southeastern Massachusetts area

Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Christopher Roberts uses a microscope to e...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Newport Naval Hospital State: Rhode Island (RI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Ron Fontaine Release Status: Rele... More

General Joseph P. Hoar, USMC, commander-in-chief, U.S. Central Command, is shown inspecting Pakistani troops during his tour of the various commands involved in the UN peacekeeping effort

General Joseph P. Hoar, USMC, commander-in-chief, U.S. Central Command...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Mogadishu Country: Somalia (SOM) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A starboard bow view of the Military Sealift Commands oceanographic Survey Ship USNS Pathfinder (T-AGS-60) tied up at the fitting out pier at the Avondale Industries, Inc. shipyard

A starboard bow view of the Military Sealift Commands oceanographic Su...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Avondale State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: John Bouvia, USN (Ret) Release Status: Released to... 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

The crew of a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 76th Helicopter Flight Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, approaches an obstacle where they must pass a bucket of water through without spilling the contents, during the Helicopter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During this competition, Pilot's and Co-Pilot's rely on their flight engineers to guide the helicopter through the course. 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...

The crew of a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 76th Helicopter Fligh...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: The crew of a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 76th Helicopter Flight Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, approaches an obs... More

Flight Engineer STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, 341st Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, hangs out from the UH-1N Iroquois helicopter as he calls movements to the pilots, to guide the water-filled bucket to an obstacle on the Helicopter Hover Competition course during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During this competition, Pilot's and Co-Pilot's rely their flight engineers to guide the helicopter with a dangling bucket of water through numerous obstacles without spilling the contents. 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...

Flight Engineer STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, 341st Helicopter Fli...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Flight Engineer STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, 341st Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, hangs out from the... 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

Hanging out of the UH-1N Iroquois, STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, flight engineer, 341st Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, help's guide a bucket of water into an obstacle during the Helicopter Hover Competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During this competition, Pilot's and Co-Pilot's rely their flight engineers to help them guide a bucket of water through numerous obstacles without spilling the contents. 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 ctes competition-tough crews; improves...

Hanging out of the UH-1N Iroquois, STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, f...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Hanging out of the UH-1N Iroquois, STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, flight engineer, 341st Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom Air For... 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 Marine Corps (USMC) Marines assigned to Golf/Company, Battalion Landing Team (BLT), 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marines, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Special Operations Capable (SOC), advance past targets during a live-fire, company size, frontal assault, conducted during Exercise Iron Magic 03, a training exercise held in the US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR), to support Operation ENDURING FREEDOM

US Marine Corps (USMC) Marines assigned to Golf/Company, Battalion Lan...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: SGT Chad R Kiehl USMC Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A US Marine Corps (USMC) KC-130 Hercules comes in for a landing after a refueling mission. The Marine KC-130s and crews conduct combat and combat-support air refueling and airlift missions across US Central Commands (USCENTCOM) area of responsibility (AOR) supporting Operations ENDURING FREEDOM, SOUTHERN WATCH, and IRAQI FREEDOM

A US Marine Corps (USMC) KC-130 Hercules comes in for a landing after ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Jerry E. Clemens, Jr., USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 rifle, US Marine Corps (USMC) Sergeant (SGT) Jeff Seabaugh commands other Marines from with Echo "E" Company, Battalion Landing Team (BLT) 2/1, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU)(Special Operations Capable), in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 rifle, US Marine Corps (USMC) Sergeant ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Az Zubayr Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Brian L. Wickliffe, USMC Release Status: Relea... More

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 rifle, Sergeant (SGT) Jeff Seabaugh, a squad leader with Echo "E" Company, Battalion Landing Team (BLT) 2/1, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU)(Special Operations Capable), commands his Marines to move towards an objective in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 rifle, Sergeant (SGT) Jeff Seabaugh, a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Az Zubayr Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: Echo Company Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Brian ... More

US Air Force (USAF) Airmen assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing (BW), some carrying 5.56mm M16A1 rifles attend a pre-deployment briefing, during Phase I of the base wide pre-deployment for the Air Combat Commands (ACC), up-coming Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI)

US Air Force (USAF) Airmen assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing (BW), some c...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ellsworth Air Force Base State: South Dakota (SD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Joanna E. Hensley, USAF Re... More

US Air Force (USAF) Airmen assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing (BW), checks in their baggage Phase I of the base wide pre-deployment for the Air Combat Commands (ACC), up-coming Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI)

US Air Force (USAF) Airmen assigned to the 28th Bomb Wing (BW), checks...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ellsworth Air Force Base State: South Dakota (SD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Joanna E. Hensley, USAF Re... More

Standing before a US Air Force (USAF) C-130H Hercules cargo aircraft, 166th Airlift Wing, McGuire Air Force Base (AFB) Honor Guard posts colors during 21st Air Force (AF) Redesignation Ceremony. The 21st AF redesignated to 21st Expeditionary Mobility Task Force (EMTF). The 21st EMTF here at McGuire AFB and 15th EMTF at Travis AFB, California (CA), will take over lead of Air Mobility Commands (AMC) four subordinate Air Mobility Operations Groups (AMOG). The AMOGs are specialized groups responsible for training and deploying AMC mission support forces. The AMOG provides organization and management for deployable forces and is able to deploy rapidly anywhere in...

Standing before a US Air Force (USAF) C-130H Hercules cargo aircraft, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Standing before a US Air Force (USAF) C-130H Hercules cargo aircraft, 166th Airlift Wing, the McGuire Air Force Base (AFB) Honor... More

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Daryl Page (right), Crewchief, Air Combat Commands (ACC) Viper East F-16 Demonstration Team, prepares to marshal out their F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter prior to a demonstration flight at Lajes Field, Azores. The Viper East team is at Lajes Field on a two-fold mission, performing during the Community Appreciation Day air show and testing the airfields BAK-12 arresting cable

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Daryl Page (right), Crewchie...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lajes Field State: Azores Country: Portugal (PRT) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Michelle Michaud, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined... 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

A US Army (USA) Task Force 1-26 (TF 1-26) Infantry, 2nd Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 1ST Infantry Division, M2A2 ODS (Operation Desert Storm Improvements) Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), followed by a USA High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), returns to Logistics Support Area (LSA) Anaconda during Exercise NOBLE SHEPHARD, a mission rehearsal exercise conducted at the USA 7th Army Training Commands Hohenfels Combat Maneuver Training Center (CMTC), located on the Hohenfels Training Area (HTA), in Hohenfels, Germany (DEU)

A US Army (USA) Task Force 1-26 (TF 1-26) Infantry, 2nd Brigade Combat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hohenfels Cmtc Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: SSG Ricky R Melton, USA Release Status: Released to Public Combined Mi... More

U.S. Navy Sailors, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, conduct maneuvers onboard their 27-foot SeaArk RAM Series Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 23, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and it also include Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Sarah E. Bitter) (Released)

U.S. Navy Sailors, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, conduct maneuvers ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Sarah E. Bitter, USN ... More

U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate AIRMAN Eric Alcala and an unidentified Sailor from the Wasp Class Amphibious Assault Ship USS BONHOMME RICHARD (LHD 6) competes in the 700-meter search and rescue swim race during Surface Line Week (SLW) competition at Naval Station San Diego, Calif., on Aug. 23, 2006. For 25 years, San Diego-area Navy commands have participated in SLW, a series of competitions intended to promote teamwork among Sailors and raise the moral of commands. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Joseph Pol Sebastian Gocong) (Released)

U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain's Mate AIRMAN Eric Alcala and an unidenti...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ns San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Joseph Gocong, USN Release Status: Relea... More

U.S. Navy Sailors, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, conduct maneuvers onboard two 27-foot SeaArk RAM Series Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 23, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and it also include Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST SEAMAN Sarah E. Bitter) (Released)

U.S. Navy Sailors, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 52, conduct maneuvers ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSN Sarah E. Bitter, USN ... More

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk 2nd Class Chanre Ngin logs in incoming parcels during mail distribution at Fleet Mail Center Yokohama, Japan, on Aug. 28, 2006. The mission of the FMCY is to provide the best possible postal services in support of U.S. 7th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, 18 forward-deployed ships, 62 tenant commands, 24,000 military and civilian personnel and over 600 mobile units operating in the Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 1ST Class Paul J. Phelps) (Released)

U.S. Navy Postal Clerk 2nd Class Chanre Ngin logs in incoming parcels ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fleet Mail Center Yokohama State: Yokohama Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Paul J. Phelps, USN Release Status: Released to Publi... More

U.S. Navy Quartermaster 1ST Class Rhonda Aubert, from Inshore Boat Unit (IBU) 51, mans a .50 caliber machine gun during a gunner's watch during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 28, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 2nd Class Jennifer A. Villalovos) (RELEASED

U.S. Navy Quartermaster 1ST Class Rhonda Aubert, from Inshore Boat Uni...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC2 Jennifer A. Villalovos,... More

U.S. Navy MASTER-at-Arms Jason Pingeton, from Mobile Security Squadron (MSS) 3, instructs Sailors during field training during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 29, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 2nd Class Jennifer A. Villalovos) (Released)

U.S. Navy MASTER-at-Arms Jason Pingeton, from Mobile Security Squadron...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC2 Jennifer A. Villalovos,... More

U.S. Coast Guard personnel from the Maritime Safety Security Team 91103 use their Integrated Anti-Swimmer equipment while training with divers during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 29, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 2nd Class Jennifer A. Villalovos) (Released)

U.S. Coast Guard personnel from the Maritime Safety Security Team 9110...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MC2 Jennifer A. Villalovos,... More

Two U.S. Navy Sailors, one manning a .50 caliber machine gun, conduct a security watch on the perimeter of their camp during Exercise Seahawk 2006 at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Calif., on Aug. 30, 2006. Seahawk 2006 is a combined anti-terrorism and force protection training involving units under the U.S. Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) on the West Coast and Sailors from commands based in California, Washington and Oregon. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 2nd Class Jennifer A. Villalovos) (Released)

Two U.S. Navy Sailors, one manning a .50 caliber machine gun, conduct ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Nab Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MCSA Cale Bentley, USN Release Status: Releas... More

U.S. Navy Adm. John B. Nathman speaks at a Ceremony held for the dis-establishment of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet and Fleet Forces Command at Naval Station Norfolk, Va., on Oct. 31, 2006. The dis-establishment and renaming is part of a realignment of the functions of the two commands and streamlines the chain of command. Unification of the duties of the two commands in Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command clarifies and advances the process of providing a primary advocate and representative for Fleet personnel, training, requirements, maintenance and operational issues. (U.S. Navy PHOTO by Mass Communication SPECIALIST 3rd Class Michael Cole) (Released)

U.S. Navy Adm. John B. Nathman speaks at a Ceremony held for the dis-e...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT Scene Came... More

U.S. Navy (USN) LT. Rodney Weaver, Command Chaplain, separates the branches of a fresh evergreen Christmas tree delivered to the USN Austin Class Amphibious Transport Dock Ship USS DUBUQUE (LPD 8) on Nov. 26, 2006 docked at Manama, Bahrain. This tree is one of three the DUBUQUE will decorate and display through the holiday season. The trees were the first from a group of 100 donated by the Christmas Spirit Foundation to be delivered to commands operating in the Naval Forces Central Command's area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication SPECIALIST First Class Kathryn Whittenberger) (Released)

U.S. Navy (USN) LT. Rodney Weaver, Command Chaplain, separates the bra...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Manama Country: Bahrain (BHR) Scene Camera Operator: MC1 Kathryn Whittenberger, USN Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service ... More

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, Battle Color Detachment, based out of Marine Barracks 8th and I, perform the Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony, on Tuesday Feb. 27, 2007, aboard the Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., parade deck. The Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony performed at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., commences the performing 2007 season for the Battle Color Detachment, which consists of over 400 performances in the U.S. and abroad.The Marine Corps Silent Drill Team is world renowned for their ability to meticulously carry out all movements with an M Rifle without spoken commands.(U.S. Marine Corps photo by CPL. Annette Spurgeon) (Released)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Team, Battle Color Detachment, base...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 8TH Scene Camera Operator:... More

March 9, 2007, an Iraqi soldier gives commands to soldiers with 2d Brigade, 7th Iraqi Army Division at a shooting range with Pulemyot Kalashnikov Machine Guns (PKMs) during a training exercise in the Iraqi School of Infantry at Asad, Iraq. RCT-2 is deployed with II Marine Expeditionary Force in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom in the Anbar Province of Iraq MNF-W to develop the Iraqi Security Forces, facilitate the development of official rule of law through democratic government reforms, and continue the development of a market base economy centered on Iraqi reconstruction. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by CPL. Shane S. Keller) (Released)

March 9, 2007, an Iraqi soldier gives commands to soldiers with 2d Bri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Al Asad State: Al Anbar Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: 2D BRIGADE, 7TH IRAQI ARMY DIVIS ... More

US Navy (USN) CHIEF PETTY Officer's (CPO) assigned to various commands in the Hawaii area, render a salute as the remains of USN CHIEF Machinist's Mate (MMC) Anthony Francis Czarnecki are taken aboard the USS ARIZONA Memorial to be entombed. USN MMC Czarnecki and his brother Stanley were among 36 sets of brothers assigned to ARIZONA during the December 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. USN MMC Czarnecki's brother was killed in the attack and his last wish was to be returned to USS ARIZONA to be with his brother and shipmates upon his passing

US Navy (USN) CHIEF PETTY Officer's (CPO) assigned to various commands...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Arizona (BB 39) State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Victoria A. Tullock, Usn Release Statu... More

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