RUKLA, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company,
RUKLA, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), and Lithuanian Paratroopers display their new wings after a jump wing ex... More
Three Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guardsmen) guard
Three Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guardsmen) guard the battalion tactical operations center during the Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) distinguished visitor's day near Tukums, Latvia, Aug.14, 2016. Soldiers ... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), throws a Latvian simulated grenade similar to those that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) to Soldiers of 177th ... More
VILNIUS, Lithuania –The Lithuanian Honor Guard Company
VILNIUS, Lithuania –The Lithuanian Honor Guard Company performs close order drill during the Lithuanian Armed Forces Day Parade Nov. 23. The parade celebrated the 98th birthday of the Lithuanian Armed Forces. L... More
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) pulls security
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) pulls security during Strong Guard 2016 near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, and Lima Company, 3rd Battalio... More
VILNIUS, Lithuania –2nd Lt. Leo Matthews, Able Company,
VILNIUS, Lithuania –2nd Lt. Leo Matthews, Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), stand in formation during the Lithuanian Armed Forces Day Parade Nov. 23... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), fires an M249 SAW Sept. 24 during Exercise Zobens. Chosen Compan... More
Staff Sgt. Michael Kaneris, military police assigned
Staff Sgt. Michael Kaneris, military police assigned to 1776th MP Company, 210 MP Battalion, 177th MP Brigade, Michigan National Guard, waits for the cover of smoke before moving his squad during Strong Guard 2... More
Lance Cpl. Graham Roan of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion,
Lance Cpl. Graham Roan of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine, pulls security during Strong Guard 2016, near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13, 2016. The Marines, Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade of the... More
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) takes a break
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) takes a break after conducting patrols overnight during Strong Guard 2016 near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Gua... More
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) pulls security
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) pulls security while military leaders review tactical movements during Strong Guard 2016 near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michig... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Latvian, Lithuanian and American
REZEKNE, Latvia – Latvian, Lithuanian and American Soldiers stand shoulder-to-shoulder during the closing ceremonies for Exercise Zobens Sept. 25. The ceremony marked the end of the 30-hour continuous exercise ... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Capt. Tyler Martin, commander of
REZEKNE, Latvia – Capt. Tyler Martin, commander of Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), shakes hands with Janis Garisons, Latvian State Secretary, Ministry of Defense during the cl... More
During a training exercise in Riga, Latvia, Sgt. 1st
During a training exercise in Riga, Latvia, Sgt. 1st Class Adam Stojak, a member of the Michigan National Guard, 1436th Engineer Company, assists 1st Lt A. Bozeviniece, 3rd Brigade, Latvian National Guard, Jan.... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), explains details of a simulated detonator and trip wire construction that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) to S... More
PABRADE, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company,
PABRADE, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), assault a trench Nov. 24 during Exercise Iron Sword 2016. Iron Sword is an ... More
RUKLA, Lithuania –A Paratrooper from 2nd Battalion,
RUKLA, Lithuania –A Paratrooper from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), prepares to land Nov. 20 after a joint Lithuanian-U.S. airborne jump to open Exercise Iron ... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), scan the wood line for enemy forces during a patrol Sept. 24 duri... More
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Paratroopers from Able Company,
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), march through Vilnius during the Lithuanian Armed Forces Day Parade Nov. 23.... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), discusses the simulation devices that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) to Soldiers of 177th Military Police Bri... More
RUKLA, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company,
RUKLA, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), conduct a squad live fire exercise Oct. 26 at a range in Rukla, Lithuania. Th... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), looks back at his battle buddy during a patrol Sept. 24 during E... More
RUKLA, Lithuania –A Paratrooper from 2nd Battalion,
RUKLA, Lithuania –A Paratrooper from 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), parachutes to the ground Nov. 20 after a joint Lithuanian-U.S. airborne jump to open Exerci... More
Maj. Ivo Baumgarts, communications officer for 1st
Maj. Ivo Baumgarts, communications officer for 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), discusses the signal strength of a tower atop a hill with Sgt. Melki Mourad, signal support systems specialist a... More
Col. J. Gailis, commander of the 1st Region, Zemessardze
Col. J. Gailis, commander of the 1st Region, Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard), speaks to local reporters about Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 14, 2016. Soldiers of the 177th Milit... More
Zobens Exercise kicks off in Latvia with U.S. Paratroopers
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), stand in formation Sept. 24 during the Opening Ceremonies for Exercise Zobens. The ceremony marked the star... More
During a training exercise in Riga, Latvia, Maj. Todd
During a training exercise in Riga, Latvia, Maj. Todd Rumbles, a member of the Michigan National Guard, 507th Engineer Company, assists Capt. A. Barkane, 3rd Brigade, Latvian National Guard, Jan. 16, 2018, whil... More
Lance Cpl. Andrew Darst of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion,
Lance Cpl. Andrew Darst of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine, pulls security during Strong Guard 2016, near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13, 2016. The Marines, Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade of th... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brian Mckibben, assigned to
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brian Mckibben, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, prepares to take a jump shot against a student from the Karsavas Vidusskola School Oct. 21, 2016 in Karsavas, Latvia. U.S. ... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Black Hawk Helicopter lands in
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Black Hawk Helicopter lands in a field Sept. 25 and drops off Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), ... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), stand in formation Sept. 25 during the closing ceremonies for Exercise Zobens. The 30-hour exercise feature... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), stand in formation Sept. 25 during the closing ceremonies for Exercise Zobens. The 30-hour exercise feature... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), pauses for a moment during a patrol Sept. 24 during Exercise Zob... More
U.S. Army Soldiers Sgt. Brett Benson, Soldier assigned
U.S. Army Soldiers Sgt. Brett Benson, Soldier assigned to 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion, 95th Civil Affairs Brigade, (center) and Spc. Manuel Reyes, native of Caracas, Venezuela, Paratrooper assigned to Chosen C... More
Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, help a
Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, help a Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier set up a tent near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12, 2016. The Marines, along with Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Bri... More
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) warms his hand
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) warms his hand over his breakfast fire after conducting patrols overnight during Strong Guard 2016 near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Briga... More
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Paratroopers from Able Company,
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), conduct pass and review during the Lithuanian Armed Forces Day Parade Nov. 2... More
A Latvian child watches U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned
A Latvian child watches U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion, 95th Civil A... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard, Soldiers of 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, and Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, watch plumes of ... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Lithuanian Soldier scans his sector
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Lithuanian Soldier scans his sector during a “fire fight” with opposing forces Sept. 24 during Exercise Zobens. The opposing force was played by Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantr... More
PABRADE, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company,
PABRADE, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, prepare to board a Belgian helicopter Oct. 12 to conduct an air assault during Exercise Vytis... More
PABRADE, Lithuania – Sgt. Robert Perry, Able Company,
PABRADE, Lithuania – Sgt. Robert Perry, Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), defends his position Nov. 24 during Exercise Iron Sword 2016. Iron Sword i... More
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guardsman) guards the
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guardsman) guards the battalion tactical operations center during the Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) distinguished visitor's day near Tukums, Latvia, Aug.14, 2016. Soldiers of t... More
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 503rd
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Airborne Brigade, U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion, 95th Civil Affairs Brigade, U.S. Marine... More
1st Lt. Daniel Lusheck, platoon leader of Lima Company,
1st Lt. Daniel Lusheck, platoon leader of Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine, laughs with a Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) during Strong Guard 2016, near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13, 2016. The Marines, ... More
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier and
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier and a Soldier assigned to the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, work together to set up a tent near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12, 2016. The Soldie... More
Soldiers assigned to the 177th Military Police Brigade,
Soldiers assigned to the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, and Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldiers work together to set up a tent near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12, 2016. The Soldiers... More
Latvian Major Janis Ritenis, with the 32nd Battalion,
Latvian Major Janis Ritenis, with the 32nd Battalion, Latvian National Guard, welcomes U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion, 95th Civil Affairs Brigade, U.S. Marines assigned to 2nd Batta... More
PABRADE, Lithuania – A Paratrooper from Able Company,
PABRADE, Lithuania – A Paratrooper from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), carries a “wounded” comrade off the battlefield Nov. 24 during Exercise Ir... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Maj. Brian Miletech, operations
REZEKNE, Latvia – Maj. Brian Miletech, operations officer, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), conducts an interview with Latvian Radio station Sept. 24... More
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Tyler Rauenzahm, Paratrooper assigned
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Tyler Rauenzahm, Paratrooper assigned to 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Airborne, brief students from the Karsavas Vidusskola School about their role in Latvia and Ar... More
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guardsman) guards the
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guardsman) guards the battalion tactical operations center during the Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) distinguished visitor's day near Tukums, Latvia, Aug.14, 2016. Soldiers of t... More
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Lithuanian and NATO allied Soldiers
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Lithuanian and NATO allied Soldiers take part in the Lithuanian Armed Forces Day Parade Nov. 23. The parade celebrated the 98th birthday of the Lithuanian Armed Forces. Lithuania gained its ... More
Soldiers assigned to the 177th Military Police Brigade,
Soldiers assigned to the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, and Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marines, work with Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldiers to set up tents near Tukum... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), moves into position during a “fire fight” with Latvian National ... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brian Mckibben, assigned to
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Brian Mckibben, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, presents the unit presentation to Latvian students Oct. 21, 2016 at Karsavas Vidusskola School, in Karsavas, Latvia. The se... More
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Paratroopers from Able Company,
VILNIUS, Lithuania –Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), take part in the Lithuanian Armed Forces Day Parade Nov. 23. The parade cele... More
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) reloads his ammunition
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) reloads his ammunition after conducting patrols overnight during Strong Guard 2016 near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan Nat... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Maj. Brian Miletech, operations
REZEKNE, Latvia – Maj. Brian Miletech, operations officer, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), talks to an officer with the 2nd Latvian National Guard R... More
Karsavas Vidusskola School students, U.S. Army Soldiers
Karsavas Vidusskola School students, U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion, 95th Civil Affairs Brigade, U.S. Marines assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, U.S. Marines assigned t... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Sgt. Michael Chadwick, Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – Sgt. Michael Chadwick, Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), conducts radio communications Sept. 24 during a “fire fight”... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), explains construction details of smoke bombs that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) to Soldiers of 177th Militar... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), throws a smoke bomb similar to those that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) for Soldiers of 177th Military Polic... More
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 503rd
U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Airborne Brigade, U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 92nd Civil Affairs Battalion, 95th Civil Affairs Brigade, U.S. Marine... More
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes
1st Sgt. J. Jaunzemis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), discusses the features of a Latvian simulated grenade that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) to Soldiers of 177t... More
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier pulls
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier pulls security alongside a Lima Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Marine during Strong Guard 2016, near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 13, 2016. The Zemessardze and Marines are p... More
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) officer addresses
A Zemessarde (Latvian National Guard) officer addresses distinguished visitors during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) near Tukums, Latvia, Aug.14, 2016. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan N... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), receive communications Sept. 24 during Exercise Zobens. The exerc... More
Capt. A. Spricis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian
Capt. A. Spricis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), detonates a trip wire similar to those that will be used during Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) for Soldiers of 177th Military Police B... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Lithuanian and Latvian Armed Forces
REZEKNE, Latvia – Lithuanian and Latvian Armed Forces Soldiers lay down suppressive fire Sept. 24 to stop an “attack” from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brig... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – Paratroopers from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), run across an open field during a “fire fight” Sept. 24 during E... More
An officer of the Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard)
An officer of the Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) points out training areas on a map to Capt. Christopher Ventline, Area Security/Force Protection Officer, 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National ... More
Michigan Guard Military Police, Ohio Marines, Latvian Zemessardzes and...
Soldiers of the 210th Military Police Battalion, 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, listen to 1st Region Zemessardze Commander, Col. Gailis, during the closing ceremony of Strong Guard 2... More
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company,
REZEKNE, Latvia – A Paratrooper from Chosen Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne), 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), looks through his scope as he lays down suppressive fire Sept. 2... More
PABRADE, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company,
PABRADE, Lithuania – Paratroopers from Able Company, 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Infantry Brigade Combat (Airborne), conduct an assault Nov. 24 during Exercise Iron Sword 2016. Iron Sword is a... More
Spc. Samantha Tuttle, military police assigned to 1776th
Spc. Samantha Tuttle, military police assigned to 1776th MP Company, 210th MP Battalion, 177th MP Brigade, Michigan National Guard, pulls security for personnel and equipment during Strong Guard 2016, near Tuku... More
Maj. Kaspirsis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian
Maj. Kaspirsis of the 1st Region, Zemessardzes (Latvian National Guard), gives the Strong Guard 2016 (Zobens 2016) mission brief to Soldiers of 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, and Lima C... More
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier works
A Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) soldier works to set up a tent under camouflage netting near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12, 2016. Soldiers of the 177th Military Police Brigade, Michigan National Guard, and Lim... More
Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) leaders and 177th
Zemessardze (Latvian National Guard) leaders and 177th Military Police Brigade exercise leaders review tactical movements during Strong Guard 2016 near Tukums, Latvia, Aug. 12. Soldiers of the 177th MP Bde, Mic... More