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An airman fires an M60 machine gun equipped with the multiple integrated laser engagement system (MILES) during Exercise CROWN DEFENDER. In the foreground is an M16A1 rifle also equipped with the MILES

An airman fires an M60 machine gun equipped with the multiple integrat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROWN DEFENDER Base: Fort Irwin State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Rob Ma... More

Camp Joseph T. Robinson. Security policemen, acting as a members of the defender forces, prepare for a confrontation with aggressor forces during Exercise SAFE DEFENDER ONE. They are wearing components of the multiple integrated laser engagement system (MILES) and armed with M16A1 equipped with the MILES

Camp Joseph T. Robinson. Security policemen, acting as a members of th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SAFE DEFENDER ONE Base: Camp Robinson, Little Rock State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force security policemen patrol a tree line during Exercise BRAVE DEFENDER '85

US Air Force security policemen patrol a tree line during Exercise BRA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BRAVE DEFENDER '85 Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Camera Operator: Ssgt Michael W. Tyler Release Status: Releas... More

A US Air Force security policeman fires a British 7.62 mm L1A1 rifle while participating in an attack during Exercise BRAVE DEFENDER '85

A US Air Force security policeman fires a British 7.62 mm L1A1 rifle w...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BRAVE DEFENDER '85 Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Camera Operator: Ssgt Michael W. Tyler Release Status: Releas... More

First Lieutenant (1LT) Borman questions the driver of an overturned three-wheeled vehicle while investigating an"accident"during the accident/incident phase of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87. The competition offers security police squadrons from Military Airlift

First Lieutenant (1LT) Borman questions the driver of an overturned th...

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

Members of the Lajes Field team pull together to cross the finish line during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87. The competition offers security police squadrons from Military Airlift Command the opportunity to compete in areas that include weapons handling, inciden

Members of the Lajes Field team pull together to cross the finish line...

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

Sergeant (SGT) Johnny T. Long from the 1605th Security Police Squadron maneuvers along the rungs of the ladder tower during the physical fitness phase of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87. The competition offers security police squadrons from Military Airlift Comman

Sergeant (SGT) Johnny T. Long from the 1605th Security Police Squadron...

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

An AIRMAN injured on the obstacle course during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87 is carried off the field. The competition offers security police squadrons from Military Airlift Command the opportunity to compete in areas that include weapons handling, incident/acc

An AIRMAN injured on the obstacle course during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87 ...

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

A starboard quarter view of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MCM 2) underway

A starboard quarter view of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER...

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

A port bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MCM 2) underway

A port bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MCM 2) ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: Marinette Marine Corp. Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Rear Admiral George R. Meinig, Assistant Deputy Commander for Surface Warfare and Anti-air Warfare Systems, Naval Sea Systems Command, speaks during the commissioning ceremony of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MCM 2)

Rear Admiral George R. Meinig, Assistant Deputy Commander for Surface ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marinette State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Marinette Marine Corp. Release Status: Released t... More

SGT. Craig Hillsman from Altus Air Force Base, Okla., competes for his team in phase I of the combat handgun event during Defender Challenge '92, an Air Mobility Command competition

SGT. Craig Hillsman from Altus Air Force Base, Okla., competes for his...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '92 Base: Little Rock Air Force Base State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

MASTER SGT. Brian Clever gives a thumbs-up sign as he directs SENIOR AIRMAN Bashuan Isom to collect data from the field during the 86th Security Police Squadron's Creek Defender training, an air base ground-defense course that includes classroom instruction and field exercises. SENIOR AIRMAN Isom is taking notes and wearing headphones connected to a field type radio

MASTER SGT. Brian Clever gives a thumbs-up sign as he directs SENIOR A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sembach Air Base Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: SGT. Sarah Steele Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milita... More

At the Volk Field Combat Readiness Training Center, wearing Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear and full camouflaged combat gear and face paint, a member of the "aggressor" forces sites his weapon in preparation for an attack on defender positions as part of Air Base Ground Defense training (ABGD)

At the Volk Field Combat Readiness Training Center, wearing Multiple I...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Camp Douglas State: Wisconsin (WI) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT. Todd Peck Release Status: Released to Pu... More

An obstacle course barrier appropriately called "The Tough One" kept competitors tied up during 1998 Defender Challenge, a competition between Security Forces members. This image is from the February 1999 edition of AIRMAN Magazine

An obstacle course barrier appropriately called "The Tough One" kept c...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Andy Dunaway, USAF Release Status:... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Roy Chavez Jr., 342nd Training Squadron, 37th Training Group, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, crawls through the Belly Crawl obstacle during the Air Education & Training Command (AETC) DEFENDER CHALLENGER competition September 4-8, Lackland AFB, TX

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Roy Chavez Jr., 342nd Training Squadron, 37...

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

US Air Force Technical Sergeant Matt Diyanii is detained by a defender after breaking through his camp line. The detainment took place during an opposing forces (OPFOR) attack scenario. TSGT Diyanii is part of the 171st Security Forces Squadron, Pennsylvania Air National Guard, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During the two-week class, operated by the 421st Ground Combat Readiness Squadron, Fort Dix, New Jersey, students are trained in doctrine, tactics, and customs of hostile countries. The OPFOR team acts as a training aid to the Phoenix Readiness Course, enabling realistic training scenarios in a variety of situations

US Air Force Technical Sergeant Matt Diyanii is detained by a defender...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fort Dix State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Rick A. Bloom, USAF Release Status: Released ... More

The U.S. Air Force Academy Saber Drill Team prepares for the arrival of the DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 official party at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 29th, 2000, during opening ceremonies for the exercise. 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 events over six days

The U.S. Air Force Academy Saber Drill Team prepares for the arrival o...

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 Seth Arthur runs through the"Tangle Foot" obstacle during the physical fitness 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 events, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Seth Arthur runs through the"Tangle Foot" o...

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 Forces Europe representative, STAFF Sergeant Vance D. Burke, crosses the finish line of 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 Forces Europe representative, STAFF Sergeant Vance D. Burke, cr...

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 Forces Corporal Mark Holyday, a team member from the Royal Air Force Regiment, aims his 7.62mm L1A1 rifle at targets downrange in the Combat Rifle event of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 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 Forces Corporal Mark Holyday, a team member from the Royal Air...

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 Reserve competitor SENIOR AIRMAN Joseph LaRochelle apprehends an infiltrator for 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 Reserve competitor SENIOR AIRMAN Joseph LaRochelle appreh...

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 Captain Steve Sugiyama fires his M16A2 rifle down range as US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Corey E. Morgan, from the 11th Wing team and armed with an M16A2 rifle with grenade launcher, watches his accuracy during the combat rifle event 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 Captain Steve Sugiyama fires his M16A2 rifle down range a...

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

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Anthony Bechtold, Air Force Special Operations Command, dressed in chemcial gear and armed with an M16A2 rifle, mentally prepares himself for the next phase of 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

Royal Air Force Regiment Corporal Mark Holyday, apprehends US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Deryck Schnee during a simulated flight line intrusion 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

Royal Air Force Regiment Corporal Mark Holyday, apprehends US Air Forc...

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

Both evaluators and team competitors armed with M16A2 rifles vigorously start the introduction phase of the combat rifle 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

Both evaluators and team competitors armed with M16A2 rifles vigorousl...

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

After completing the Combat Rifle event at Defender Challenge 2000, STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, of the Air Force Reserve Command, still retains the intensity in his eyes 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

After completing the Combat Rifle event at Defender Challenge 2000, ST...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Janice H. Cannon, USAF Release Sta... More

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Orin Richardson, Air Force Space Command competitor, takes sharp aim with an M16A2 rifle, while range official US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Marc Hawsey, watches intently during the Combat Rifle 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 Orin Richardson, Air Force Space Command 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, provides first aide to SENIOR AIRMAN Angelic Biehl during a simulated flight line accident 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

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

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 Jerry Zabokrtsky fires his M16 rifle from the standing position down range at various targets during the combat rifle competition portion 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

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Jerry Zabokrtsky fires his M16 rifle from ...

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

US Air Forces in Europe, Security Policeman, AIRMAN First Class Louis Figueroa administers first aid to simulated accident victim USAF SENIOR AIRMAN Angelic Biehl of the 820th Security Forces Group during the Base Response portion of Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000, at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces and showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over a period of 6 days

US Air Forces in Europe, Security Policeman, AIRMAN First Class Louis ...

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 Force Materiel Command PETTY Officer Second Class Scott S. Faculak, fires at targets to zero his power M60 weapon 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

Air Force Materiel Command PETTY Officer Second Class Scott S. Faculak...

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

Air Force Reserve Command's STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler rounds the last turn towards the finish line 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

Air Force Reserve Command's STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler rounds the las...

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

An 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington DC, team member negotiates one of the many obstacles during the CHIEF's Challenge portion of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. This event pits individuals against the obstacle course at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. 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

An 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington DC, team member negot...

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 the 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington DC, 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 the 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force Base, Washington DC, pose ...

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

Colonel Paul Selva Commander of the 62nd Air Wing, McChord Air Force Base, Washington, Colonel Dennis Hunsinger the Director of the Security Forces Air Mobility Command and Colonel Tommy Thomas Commander of the 62nd Support Group, listen to Major Shelton brief the security forces competitors at the opening ceremony of the Air Mobility Command DEFENDER CHALLENGE. Defender Challenge is an exercise, which determines the best security, forces squadron in Air Mobility Command with the winner of AMCs competition will go on to the Air Forces wide Defender Challenge

Colonel Paul Selva Commander of the 62nd Air Wing, McChord Air Force B...

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 Camera ... More

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Nicholas Masi, 39th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), prepares to fire his 9mm handgun 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) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Nicholas Masi, 39th Security F...

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

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Brian Pederson and SSGT Richard Hunt, 39th Security Forces Squadron, Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, adjust the Reflex Quadrant Sight on an M-203 grenade launcher attached to the Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle. Weapons training, one of the categories judged during the US Air Forces in Europe Defender Challenge. Members of the 39th Security Forces Squadron will compete against other security forces for a slot on the eight-member USAFE team to compete in an Air Force-wide competition in late October

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Brian Pederson and SSGT Richard Hunt, 39th Secur...

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 Dawn Bolen, USAF Release Status: Rele... More

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Adam Dermish assigned to the 48th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), RAF Lakenheath, prepares M-240B 7.62mm amunition for the firing range at Fort Huachuca, Arizona (AZ), during the Defender Challenge competition

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Adam Dermish assigned to ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fort Huachuca State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: MSGT John E. L... More

040824-F-6701P-014 (Aug. 24, 2004)US Air Force (USAF) security forces Airmen from all over Germany (DEU) do sit ups during tryouts for the US Air Force Europe (USAFE) 2004 Defender Challenge team at Vogelweh Air Base (AB), DEU. 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-014 (Aug. 24, 2004)US Air Force (USAF) security forces ...

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

A U.S. Coast Guard 25-foot Defender B Class Boat (RB-S), from Coast Guard Station St. Petersburg, Fla., takes a sharp turn as its crew shows U.S. Congressmen, from the Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg Area of Responsibility, a first-hand view of a normal patrol day on April 20, 2007, in the Gulf of Mexico. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by PETTY Officer 3rd Class Sondra-Kay Kneen) (Released)

A U.S. Coast Guard 25-foot Defender B Class Boat (RB-S), from Coast Gu...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Gulf Of Mexico Scene Camera Operator: PA3 Sondra-Kay Kneen, Uscg Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

Airman 1st Class Myron Simpson, 66th Security Forces

Airman 1st Class Myron Simpson, 66th Security Forces

Airman 1st Class Myron Simpson, 66th Security Forces Squadron entry controller, plays ping pong during the grand opening event of the Minuteman Escape at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., Dec. 16. The facility was... More

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tyler Simpson, 455th

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tyler Simpson, 455th

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tyler Simpson, 455th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron combat patrolman, poses for a photo in front of a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle as part of the ‘1000s of Hands ... More

Airman 1st Class Lance Ryans, 422nd Security Forces

Airman 1st Class Lance Ryans, 422nd Security Forces

Airman 1st Class Lance Ryans, 422nd Security Forces Squadron patrolman, checks an identification card at the main gate to RAF Croughton, United Kingdom, Nov. 5, 2014. Ryans makes it a point to politely greet in... More

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Amanda Carlson, 100th

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Amanda Carlson, 100th

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Amanda Carlson, 100th Security Forces Squadron defender, reports suspicious activity during an exercise March 29, 2016, on RAF Mildenhall, England. The 100th SFS routinely performs ... More

Wing leadership with the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing

Wing leadership with the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing

Wing leadership with the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing visited Airmen with the 387th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron as part of the in your boots wing initiative at Cargo City, Kuwait, Oct. 4, 2019. Secur... More

Airman 1st Class Clay Marentis, 100th Security Forces

Airman 1st Class Clay Marentis, 100th Security Forces

Airman 1st Class Clay Marentis, 100th Security Forces Squadron response force member, draws his simulated weapon during a scenario in the Firearms Training Simulator at RAF Mildenhall, England, Oct. 21, 2019. T... More

Team Minot Airmen salute at Minot Air Force Base, North

Team Minot Airmen salute at Minot Air Force Base, North

Team Minot Airmen salute at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, May 16, 2019. Airmen saluted while the National Anthem was playing to honor the heroes who have died in the line of duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by... More

1st Lt. Michael Thrasher, 380th Expeditionary Security

1st Lt. Michael Thrasher, 380th Expeditionary Security

1st Lt. Michael Thrasher, 380th Expeditionary Security Forces, smiles as the last Security Forces member completed "Redman" portion of ASP Baton training at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates Dec. 1, 20... More

Senior Airman Drew Nicholson, 451st Expeditionary Support

Senior Airman Drew Nicholson, 451st Expeditionary Support

Senior Airman Drew Nicholson, 451st Expeditionary Support Squadron Security Forces Flight, scans the flightline at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, Jan. 21, 2016. Security Forces members at KAF are responsible f... More

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sarah Fox, 18th Security

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sarah Fox, 18th Security

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sarah Fox, 18th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, subdues suspect with a simulated tazer during a training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 8, 2019. This t... More

Competitors in the 2018 Advanced Combat Skills Assessment,

Competitors in the 2018 Advanced Combat Skills Assessment,

Competitors in the 2018 Advanced Combat Skills Assessment, carry 20 liter jerry cans during the mental and physical challenge event, 19 June 2018, on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The ACSA tested security forc... More

Two airmen prepare to fire an M60 machine gun and an M16A1 rifles during Exercise CROWN DEFENDER. Both weapons are equipped with the multiple integrated laser engagement system (MILES)

Two airmen prepare to fire an M60 machine gun and an M16A1 rifles duri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: CROWN DEFENDER Base: Fort Irwin State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Rob Ma... More

Camp Joseph T. Robinson. Security policemen, participating in Exercise SAFE DEFENDER ONE pack up their field gear at the completion of the exercise

Camp Joseph T. Robinson. Security policemen, participating in Exercise...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SAFE DEFENDER ONE Base: Camp Robinson, Little Rock State: Arkansas (AR) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera... More

US Air Force security policemen discuss a radio transmission during Exercise BRAVE DEFENDER '85

US Air Force security policemen discuss a radio transmission during Ex...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BRAVE DEFENDER '85 Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Camera Operator: Ssgt Michael W. Tyler Release Status: Releas... More

US Air Force security policemen watch for the enemy during Exercise BRAVE DEFENDER '85

US Air Force security policemen watch for the enemy during Exercise BR...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BRAVE DEFENDER '85 Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Camera Operator: Ssgt Michael W. Tyler Release Status: Releas... More

A member of the security police squadron from Dover Air Force Base fires his M16 rifle while wearing an M-17A1 field protective mask during the rifle competition phase of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 87. The competition offers security police squadrons from Milita

A member of the security police squadron from Dover Air Force Base fir...

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

SENIOR AIRMAN Oscar Mackin check his sergeant's field radio during the DEFENDER CHALLENGE '88 competition

SENIOR AIRMAN Oscar Mackin check his sergeant's field radio during the...

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 starboard bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MCM 2) underway

A starboard bow view of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MC...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: Marinette Marine Corp. Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

A heavily camouflaged SENIOR AIRMAN Eric Chambers, 100th Security Police Squadron, guards the perimeter from a dug-in defensive position. Chambers is armed with an M-16 rifle equipped with an M-203 grenade launcher as he takes part in Creek Defender, an air base ground-defense training course including both classroom and field training

A heavily camouflaged SENIOR AIRMAN Eric Chambers, 100th Security Poli...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Sembach Air Base Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Camera Operator: TSGT. Kevin Hoeth Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milita... More

Crew members stand at the rail on the stern of the mine countermeasures ship USS DEFENDER (MCM-2) as the vessel approaches port at Trumbo Point Annex

Crew members stand at the rail on the stern of the mine countermeasure...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Naval Air Station, Key West State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PHC L. Martin Release Status: Rel... More

An M-35A2 2 1/2-ton cargo truck leads a supply convoy through the forest during Exercise Brave Defender '85

An M-35A2 2 1/2-ton cargo truck leads a supply convoy through the fore...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: BRAVE DEFENDER '85 Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Camera Operator: Staff Sgt. Michael W. Tyler Release Status: ... More

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Randall Mellow, 305TH Security Forces Squadron, McGuire AFB, New Jersey mans his 5.56mm M16A2 assault rifle, while he is partially submerged in swamp water during Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 97. AIC Randall has night vision goggles attached to a mount on his helmet

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Randall Mellow, 305TH Security F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE '97 Base: Mcguire Air Force Base State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Straight on medium shot of USAF STAFF Sergeant Joe Sandley, United States Air Force in Europe (USAFE) Security Force as he shows his enthusiasm while tackling the Defender Challenge obstacle course. The recent security forces exercise was held at Lackland Air Force Base and Camp Bullis, Texas. This image is from the February 1999 edition of AIRMAN Magazine

Straight on medium shot of USAF STAFF Sergeant Joe Sandley, United Sta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Andy Dunaway, USAF Release Status:... More

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Gabriel Gonzales, 12th Security Forces Squadron, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, runs the Island Hopper obstacle during the Air Education & Training Command (AETC) DEFENDER CHALLENGE competition September 4-8, Lackland AFB, TX

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Gabriel Gonzales, 12th Security Forces Squa...

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

The U.S. Air Force Academy Saber Drill Team performs for distinguished guests and DEFENDER CHALLENGE team members at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 29th, 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 events over six days

The U.S. Air Force Academy Saber Drill Team performs for distinguished...

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

A competitor in the Fitness Challenge battles the "low crawl" obstacle 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

A competitor in the Fitness Challenge battles the "low crawl" obstacle...

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 Combat Commands SENIOR AIRMAN Martinez Dzajic displays superb athletic skill as he completes the Swing, Stop, and Jump 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 Combat Commands SENIOR AIRMAN Martinez Dzajic displays superb athl...

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

After completing the obstacle course, US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Bobby Singleton collapses after his efforts during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. SSGT Singleton is the Air Mobility Command representative chosen to compete in the obstacle course event. 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

After completing the obstacle course, US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Bobb...

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

The four-man Pcific Air Forces (PAFAC) team, US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Jason Bren, USAF SENIOR AIRMAN Seth Authur, and USAF Airmen First Class Ryaqn Ormberg and Jamion Speed, assist each other across the finish line 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

The four-man Pcific Air Forces (PAFAC) team, US Air Force STAFF Sergea...

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 Jason Bren runs toward the next obstacle of a physical fitness event for DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. SSGT Bren is part of the Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) 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 Jason Bren runs toward the next obstacle o...

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

A DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 competitor makes his way over an obstacle 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

A DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 competitor makes his way over an obstacle at...

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 Technical Sergeant John R. Krayeski, kneeling, and SENIOR AIRMAN Frank W. Zenteck, both from team Air Mobility Command, prepare to engage on targets down range (Not shown) in their chemical gear during a simulated gas attack for a Combat Weapons event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, on October 31st, 2000. TSGT Krayeski holds a M6 rifle with a M203 Grenade Launcher attached. 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 seven physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force Technical Sergeant John R. Krayeski, kneeling, and SENIOR...

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 Timothy J. Arnold, Air Mobility Command team, puts on his gas mask during a simulated chemical attack during 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 seven physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Timothy J. Arnold, Air Mobility Command te...

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

After donning appropriate chemical protective gear, US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Vincent Ouchana and SENIOR AIRMAN Efrain Espinoza, Air Force Space Command, fire M16 rifles with M203 Grenade Launchers downrange and engage pop-up targets during the combat weapons event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at US Army post, Camp Bullis, 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, base defense and policing skills over six days

After donning appropriate chemical protective gear, US Air Force AIRMA...

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

After completing the Combat Rifle event at DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000, US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Duane Fowler, of the Air Force Reserve Command, still retains the intensity in his eyes 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

After completing the Combat Rifle event at DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000, US...

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 Ryan Ormberg and STAFF Sergeant Charles Davidson, Pacific Air Force competitors, fire M60 Machine Guns downrange and engage pop-up targets as an evaluator ensures there are no safety infractions at the Combat Weapons event during DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at US Army post, Camp Bullis, 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, base defense and policing skills over six days

US Air Force AIRMAN First Class Ryan Ormberg and STAFF Sergeant Charle...

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

US Air Force STAFF Sergeant Anthony Bechtold, Air Force Academy, armed with an M16A2 rifle, rapidly proceeds to the next phase of the combat rifle 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 Anthony Bechtold, Air Force Academy, armed...

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

US Air Force Air Education Training Command competitors, armed with M16A2 rifles, prepare to tackle 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 Air Education Training Command competitors, armed with M1...

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 Bobby Singleton, Air Combat Command, fires his Beretta M9 pistol at pop-up targets during the pistol competition at Medina Range, 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 Bobby Singleton, Air Combat Command, fires...

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

STAFF Sergeant J. T. Hawk, US Air Forces in Europe competitor, mentally prepares himself prior to competing in the Combat Weapons event 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 24 events over six days

STAFF Sergeant J. T. Hawk, US Air Forces in Europe competitor, mentall...

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: 11TH WING Scene Camera Operator: SR... More

US Air Force Corporal Mark T. Holyday records an incident report while Royal Air Force SENIOR Aircraftman A. Holmes covers his partner with an M16A2 rifle on the simulated 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by STAFF SGT. Janice H. Cannon) (RELEASED)

US Air Force Corporal Mark T. Holyday records an incident report while...

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 SENIOR AIRMAN Ronald L. Helm, from the US Air Force in Europe command, lifts an M60 machine gun to the top of a High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) turret during 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 SENIOR AIRMAN Ronald L. Helm, from the US Air Force in Eu...

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

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Eric Sawyer, left, and US Air Force STAFF Sergeant James D. Pamplin, from the 11th Wing of Bolling Air Force Base, arm their M60 machine guns and visually scan the area for signs of the enemy during the Combat Weapons event 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 24 events over six days

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Eric Sawyer, left, and US Air Force STAFF S...

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 SENIOR AIRMAN Deryck Schnee is apprehended by US Air Force MASTER Sergeant James L. Purtell, Air Force Material Command, during a simulated flight line intrusion 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

US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Deryck Schnee is apprehended by US Air Forc...

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 National Guard STAFF Sergeant Steven R. Fuchs mentally prepares himself prior to competing in the Combat Weapons event 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 24 events over six days

US Air National Guard STAFF Sergeant Steven R. Fuchs mentally prepares...

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 Captain Steve Sugiyama, team leader and rifleman from the 11th Wing, dons gas mask during a simulated chemical attack in the Combat Weapons phase 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 7 physical fitness, base defense, and policing skills over six days

US Air Force Captain Steve Sugiyama, team leader and rifleman from the...

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

Under a cloud of simulated gas, US Air Force AIRMAN Scott J. Paneton and US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Ronald L. Helm, from the US Air Force in Europe command, fire their M60 machine guns down range during 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

Under a cloud of simulated gas, US Air Force AIRMAN Scott J. Paneton a...

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

A close up right side view of US Air Force AIRMAN Lee Lyles of the Air Force Material Command team, lying in the prone firing position, aiming his 5.56mm M16A2 assault rifle during the combat rifle competition portion of 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 close up right side view of US Air Force AIRMAN Lee Lyles of the Air...

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

US Air Forces in Europe, Security Policeman, SENIOR AIRMAN Vance Burke is evaluated by an instructor, as he gives chase to a simulated intruder, during the Base Response portion of Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000, at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Defender Challenge is the annual Air Force wide competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces and showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness events, base defense, and policing skills over a period of 6 days

US Air Forces in Europe, Security Policeman, SENIOR AIRMAN Vance Burke...

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

As a team, Royal Air Force Regiment's Corporal Spencer Rockett (front) takes direction from Corporal Mark Holyday (back) on where to fire his M60 and check if target has been hit 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

As a team, Royal Air Force Regiment's Corporal Spencer Rockett (front)...

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

An Air Force Security Police Center team member negotiates one of the many obstacles during the CHIEF's Challenge portion of DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000. This event pits individuals against the obstacle course at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. 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

An Air Force Security Police Center team member negotiates one of the ...

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 Frank Zientek, Air Mobility Command, sprints up a hill 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 Frank Zientek, Air Mobility Command, sprint...

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 First Lieutenant Marcus Corbett of Air Force Space Command is being helped to the resting area by medical technicians after completing the grueling obstacle course 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 First Lieutenant Marcus Corbett of Air Force Space Comman...

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 the McConnel Air Force Base, Kansas Security Force Defender Challenge Team, fires an M-9 handgun at pop up 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

Members of the McConnel Air Force Base, Kansas Security Force Defender...

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

Maurice Brigham, running back for the Raiders at Kaiserslautern American High School, stiff-arms a defender during a football game at the Vogelweh Stadium against the Heidelberg Lions

Maurice Brigham, running back for the Raiders at Kaiserslautern Americ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: MSGT John ... More

RB-S DEFENDER CLASS RESPONSE BOAT

RB-S DEFENDER CLASS RESPONSE BOAT

(April 15, 2003)--The new Coast Guard Defender Class Response boat, the 25-foot RB-S, is out on a trial run. The new "Defender Class" boats will replace nearly 300 non-standard shore based boats and provide a ... More

A multi-national task force group photograph of navy ships underway in the Pacific Ocean at the conclusion of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2004. Pictured foreground-to-background The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) Kingston Class Coastal Defense Vessel, HMCS BRANDON (710), the US Navy (USN) Avenger Class Mine Countermeasures Vessel, USS DEFENDER (MCM 2); the USN Arleigh Burke Class (Flight IIA) Guided Missile Destroyer (Aegis) USS HOWARD (DDG 83), the last ship is unidentified

A multi-national task force group photograph of navy ships underway in...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Erik Naville, Usn Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files

U.S. Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN James Pittman, STAFF SGT. Vance Smith (on litter), STAFF SGT. Brandon Gonzales and STAFF SGT. Eric Hohman (rear) compete during Defender Challenge 2004 at Lackland Air Force Base, TX, on Oct. 24, 2004.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by Robbin Cresswell (CIV.) (RELEASED)

U.S. Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN James Pittman, STAFF SGT. Vance Smith (on...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Robbin Cresswell, CIV Release Status: R... More

U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Antoine Hood drives by a University of Nevada- Las Vegas (UNLV) defender during a basketball game at the Thomas and Mack Center, Las Vegas, Nev., on Feb 26, 2005. UNLV went on to win the game 63 to 57.(U.S. Air Force PHOTO by MASTER SGT. Robert W. Valenca) (Released)

U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Antoine Hood drives by a University of Ne...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: University Of Nevada-Las Vegas State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: MSGT Robert W. Valenca, USAF Re... More

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