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SENIOR leadership from the Air Force Space Command and Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, greet competitors from the 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, as they arrive for the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 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."

SENIOR leadership from the Air Force Space Command and Vandenberg Air ...

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

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, pressurizes M2A burner unit as his teammate SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, checks air pressure gage, during chef safety competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize best and demonstrate commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengns teamwork across all mission areas in...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing chef from Pete...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, pressurizes the M2A burner ... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left) and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, military chefs from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fire their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2s during the chef marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, 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...

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

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

Sior AIRMAN Vinct G. Ouchana, USAF, (right) with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle with an M203 40 mm grade launcher attached, and AIRMAN First Class Ryan S. Overcash, USAF, with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. The team races toward a bunker to begin the marksmanship evt of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day evt hosted annually at Vandberg 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;...

Sior AIRMAN Vinct G. Ouchana, USAF, (right) with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Vincent G. Ouchana, USAF, (right) with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle with an M203 40 mm grenade launcher attached, an... More

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Joel Houston, is helped by his teammates from the 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), after falling to the ground in exhaustion after completing the Obstacle Course competition at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Joel Houston, is helped b...

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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Megan Anderson (right), Food Specialists Chef, assigned to the 91st Space Wing (SW), Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), serves her fellow competitors during the Chef Food Preparation discipline conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Megan Anderson (right), F...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Melissa Hudson (left) and USAF SRA Samir Christian both Food Specialists Chefs assigned to the 341st Space Wing (SW), pressurizes the M2A Burner Unit, under the supervision of a competition judge, during the Chef Safety Competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GURRDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Melissa Hudson (left) and USAF...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW), Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Buckley Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), load ammunition clips before the tactics portion of the security forces competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Samir Christian, Food Specialists Chef assigned to the 341st Space Wing (SW), weighs a measurement of chopped celery during the Chefs Competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Samir Christian, Food Speciali...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Ruby Wilkerson (foreground) and USAF STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jodi Hooks and, 91st Space Wing (SW), Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), trouble shoot the payload transporter auxiliary power unit during the Inter Continental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) operations event, conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Ruby Wilkerson (foreground) an...

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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Shane Wright, assigned to the 341st Space Wing (SW), Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana, directs a truck into position at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Shane Wright, assigned to th...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 90th Space Wing (SW) from F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY) take home the award for the best Missile Operations competitors in the Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) during the Closing Ceremony for Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002, at Vandenberg AFB, CA. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 90th Space Wing (SW) fro...

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

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

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

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

Frank Vigil, from the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMSC), Los Angeles Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), crawls under the barbed wire in the "Trench Crawl" obstacle course portion of Guardian Challenge 2004 held at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA). Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB

Frank Vigil, from the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMSC), Los Ang...

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

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Herold Higgins with the 90th S...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing commander, greets STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st Space Wing Knights of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, as he and his unit 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 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...

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing commander, greets STAFF S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing commander, greets STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the... More

Major General (MGEN) Judd Blaisdell, USAF, (left), Air STAFF, MGEN Tim McMahon, USAF, 20th AF/CC, and Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, (right), 30th SW/CC greet GUARDIAN CHALLENGE competitors from the 50th Space Wing (SW). 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."

Major General (MGEN) Judd Blaisdell, USAF, (left), Air STAFF, MGEN Tim...

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

SENIOR AIRMAN Marilyn Machay, USAF, (left), and AIRMAN First Class Deanna Howell, USAF, missile chefs from the 90th Space Wing, F. E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, compete as a team for the Best Chef title 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."

SENIOR AIRMAN Marilyn Machay, USAF, (left), and AIRMAN First Class Dea...

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

First Lieutenant Jerry Zeitler, USAF, Deputy Commander of Crew 264 ICBM Operations, 91 Space Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, simulates punching in launch codes during ICBM Ops event at Vandenberg Air Force Base, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE. 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."

First Lieutenant Jerry Zeitler, USAF, Deputy Commander of Crew 264 ICB...

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 AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin Guiducci, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, receive instructions before firing on their designated targets at the firing range in the marksmanship tactics competition. The event is part of the Air Force Space Command GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, 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 warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation,...

SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin G...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin Guiducci, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces, Patrick Ai... More

First Lieutenant Ryan Collins, USAF, (left), as mascot "The General" for the "Fighting 50th," Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado, and STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as mascot "Iron Mike" for the "Knights," 21st Space Wing of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, engage in a spot of friendly swordplay. The impromptu battle took place during a break in the chef safety competition during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 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...

First Lieutenant Ryan Collins, USAF, (left), as mascot "The General" f...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: First Lieutenant Ryan Collins, USAF, (left), as mascot "The General" for the "Fighting 50th," Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado... More

Technical Sergeant Dal Lent, USAF, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, signals an "op-four" (bad-guys) team member during the security forces tactics competition. He is wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear as headgear. 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."

Technical Sergeant Dal Lent, USAF, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, sign...

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

STAFF Sergeant Mark Tipton, USAF, 20th Air Force Security Forces, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, briefs the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, on what the security forces team will encounter at the tactics event, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 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...

STAFF Sergeant Mark Tipton, USAF, 20th Air Force Security Forces, F.E....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Mark Tipton, USAF, 20th Air Force Security Forces, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, briefs the 21st Space Win... More

AIRMAN First Class Rene Marvel, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, carefully prepares the ingredients for presentation during the Chef Food Preparation event at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, 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."

AIRMAN First Class Rene Marvel, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Fo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, in the mist of the Combat Tactics part of the Security Forces competition during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. A1C Overcash uses a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, wears MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. Combat Tactics tests security forces in realistic scenario that any unit might encounter. The scenario tests their ability to defend/recapture resources and personnel while engaged in direct combat with enemy forces. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB,...

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, in the mist of the Combat T... More

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Person Air Force Base, Colorado, uses a scale to carefully measure ingredients as evaluator Masr Sergeant John Fitzgerald, USAF, watches, during the Chef Food Preparation event at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosd annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstra the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creas competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Person ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, uses a scale to carefully meas... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Luara M. Puza, Air Force chef from Mot Air Force Base, North Dakota, checks the recipe for Mongolian barbecue before addg the mustard to the dish, durg the chef food preparation competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 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 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 AIRMAN Luara M. Puza, Air Force chef from Mot Air Force Base, N...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Luara M. Puza, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, checks the recipe for Mongolian barbecue be... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, carefully measures out the soy sauce part of the dish during the Chef Food Preparation event at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, 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."

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

US Air Force (USAF) Colonel (COL) Diann Latham (foreground left), Competition Commander, 50th Space Wing (SW) and USAF COL David Warner, Commander, 50th Communications Group, leads the cheers as the team for Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado, wins the Aldridge Trophy during the Closing Ceremony for Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002, at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA). Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) Colonel (COL) Diann Latham (foreground left), Comp...

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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Forest Porter (foreground), 91st Space Wing (SW), Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota leads his competition team as they arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), to participate in Exercise GURRDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Forest Porter (foreground), ...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the US Space Command (USSPACECOM), pose for a photograph with their Commander, USAF Brigadier General (BGEN) Kathy Thomas (center), and USAF Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Jose Griggs (kneeling center) dressed as a US Army Air Corps, Bombardier", after winning the Security Force Marksmanship challenge competition at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the US Space Command (USSPAC...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW), Buckley Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), the Panthers and the teams mascot Buck Lee, enthusiastically make their grand entrance during the Closing Ceremony for Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002, at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA). Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW...

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

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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Holly Hood from the 90th ...

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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Thanongsack Phanda (right), STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jon Blackmon (center) and SSGT Matthew Tussey, from the 21st Space Wing (SW), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), move against opposing forces during the Security Forces Competition for Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Thanongsack Phanda (right...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Daniel Miles (left), Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Todd Knudson (second from left), STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Brian Johnson and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Christopher Schultz (right), of the 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), huddle close after completing the obstacle course competition for Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Daniel Miles (left), Technical...

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

The 30th Space Wing Vandenberg, California (CA), team poses for a group photograph prior to the Guardian Challenge awards banquet at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB). Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, California (CA)

The 30th Space Wing Vandenberg, California (CA), team poses for a grou...

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

The US Air Force (USAF) 90th Space Wing (SW), from F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), cheer their fellow teammates on as the points are being awarded to them for different challenges during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

The US Air Force (USAF) 90th Space Wing (SW), from F.E. Warren Air For...

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

STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st Space Wing Knights of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, arrives at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, amidst a cordon of honor guard, 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 Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st...

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

Arriving at Vandenberg Air Fore Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Colonel David Warner, USAF, (left), 50th Communiations Group (CG/CC), Shriever Air Fore Base, Colorado, greeted by Colonel Frank Casserino, USAF, 310th Spae Group (SG/CC), Shriever Air Fore Base, Colorado. The 50th Spae Wing team, one of eight Spae Wings ompeting in GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, the world's premier spae and missile ompetition hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Fore Base. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier spae and missile ompetition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to reognize the best and demonstrate the ommands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE...

Arriving at Vandenberg Air Fore Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLEN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Colonel David Warner, USAF, (left), 50th Communi... More

Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, greets competitors from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, greets his 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 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."

Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHA...

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

AIRMAN First Class Jessica Ramos, USAF, still photographer, 30th Communication Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force Base, documents an honor guard detail performing at the arrival ceremony for the competitors 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."

AIRMAN First Class Jessica Ramos, USAF, still photographer, 30th Commu...

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

Two evaluators discuss a helicopter team's results during the Helicopter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During this competition, Pilot's and Co-Pilot's rely their flight engineers to guide a water filled bucket through numerous obstacles with out spilling the contents. The UH-1N Iroquois are parked in the background between rounds. 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;...

Two evaluators discuss a helicopter team's results during the Helicopt...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Two evaluators discuss a helicopter team's results during the Helicopter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During t... More

STAFF Sergeant Porter Gee, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, prepares Mongolian barbecue as an Air Force Space Command evaluator MASTER Sergeant John Fitzgerald, USAF, observes the process during the chef food preparation competition at Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, 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...

STAFF Sergeant Porter Gee, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, N...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Porter Gee, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, prepares Mongolian barbecue as an Air Force S... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Vincent G. Ouchana, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, displays reflections of his teams performance during the Combat Tactics part of the Security Forces competition of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. SRA Ouchana wears MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear as part of the exercise. Combat Tactics tests security forces in realistic scenario that any unit might encounter. The scenario tests their ability to defend/recapture resources and personnel while engaged in direct combat with enemy forces. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to...

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Vincent G. Ouchana, 341st Security Forces, Malmstr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Vincent G. Ouchana, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, displays reflections of his te... More

A security forces troop from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, engages an opposition force member during the tactics event of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, 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."

A security forces troop from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

US Air Force (USAF) Security Police (SP) from the 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), are congratulated by USAF Colonel (COL) Diann Latham (center), 50th Space Wing Competition Commander, after completing the Obstacle Course competition at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) Security Police (SP) from the 50th Space Wing (SW)...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 30th Space Wing (SW), 76th Helicopter Flight, prepare their UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter for competition at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 30th Space Wing (SW), 76...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Steven Melling, shoulders his 5.56mm M16A1 rifle equipped with Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) after firing at Opposition Forces (OPFOR) during the Security Forces tactics competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Steven Melling, shoulders his ...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Josh Stahl maneuvers his way through the rough sand and under the piercing barbed wire of the "Trench Crawl," during the obstacle course event at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Josh Stahl maneuvers his way t...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 45th Space Wing (SW) from Patrick Air Force Base (AFB), Florida (FL) enthusiastically make their grand entrance during the Closing Ceremony for Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002, at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA). Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 45th Space Wing (SW) fro...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 21st Space Wing (SW) "Knights" from Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado, react after hearing team scores during the Closing Ceremony for Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002, at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA). Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 21st Space Wing (SW) "Kn...

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

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Lance W. Lord (center), Commander, Air Force Space Command (AFSPC), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), tours the Heritage Center on Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), CA

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Lance W. Lord (center), Commander, A...

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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Matthew Tussey, from 21st Space Wing (SW), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), checks his sight on his 5.56 mm M16A2 Assault Rifle to verify the calibration of the Multi-Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear before heading out on a Security Forces Tactics Competition during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Matthew Tussey, from 21st Sp...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Mitchell Blake from the 91st Space Wing (SW), Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), performs reentry system maintenance during the missile maintenance team exercise portion of Guardian Challenge at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA). Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), CA

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Mitchell Blake from the 91st S...

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

Frank Vigil, from the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMSC), Los Angeles Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), attaches the Multi-Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear to his cover before starting the tactics portion of Guardian Challenge 2004 held at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA). Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB

Frank Vigil, from the Space and Missile Systems Center (SMSC), Los Ang...

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

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Herold Higgins with the 90th S...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Adam Martinez from the 341st Space Wing (SW), Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana (MT), hustles through the Tangle Foot portion of the obstacle course during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Adam Martinez from the 341st S...

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

The Wrangler and mascot of the US Air Force (USAF) 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), leads the team during the start of the closing ceremony for Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA). (SUBSTANDARD)

The Wrangler and mascot of the US Air Force (USAF) 90th Space Wing (SW...

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

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

Two evaluators pour water into a bucket as Flight Engineer STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, 341st Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, watches from the UH-1N Iroquois he and his crew will fly in the course. Part of the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Hover Event requirement is to guide a water-filled bucket, dangling several feet below the helicopter, through a series of obstacles without spilling the contents. During this competition, 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 competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg...

Two evaluators pour water into a bucket as Flight Engineer STAFF Serge...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Two evaluators pour water into a bucket as Flight Engineer STAFF Sergeant Ivo Tanciev, USAF, 341st Helicopter Flight, Malmstrom ... 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 Air Force (USAF) Colonel (COL) Diann Latham (foreground left), Competition Commander, 50th Space Wing (SW) is welcomed by USAF COL Robinson, Commander, 30th Support Group (SG), upon her Units arrival at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), to participate in Exercise GURRDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) Colonel (COL) Diann Latham (foreground left), Comp...

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

US Air Force (USAF) Major General (MGEN) William Looney, Commander, 14th Air Force, and other top leaders from Vandenberg, welcome "The Bombardier," of the 310th Space Group (SG) upon their arrival at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), to participate in Exercise GURRDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) Major General (MGEN) William Looney, Commander, 14...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 341st Space Wing (SW) Frontiersmen, from Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana (MO), stand when announced during the Opening Ceremonies for Exercise GURRDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA) to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 341st Space Wing (SW) Fr...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 50th Space Wing (SW), Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), armed with 5.56mm M16A1 rifles equipped with Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear sprint for cover during the tactics portion of the security forces competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) personnel assigned to the 50th Space Wing (SW), Se...

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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Chris Edgerton (background), assigned to the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW), Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Buckley Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), is briefed by the Security Forces Tactics Evaluator, during the tactics portion of the security forces competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Chris Edgerton (background),...

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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Taccora Lewis, a Videographer assigned to the 30th Communications Squadron (CS), documents an interview with USAF personnel assigned to the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW), Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Buckley Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), after they competed in the Security Forces tactics competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Taccora Lewis, a Videogra...

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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Joseph Wengle, 460th Air Base Wing (ABW), Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Buckley Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), wears his Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear, as he carefully searches for the Opposition Forces (OPFOR) during the Security Forces tactics competition conducted at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Joseph Wengle, 460th Air Bas...

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

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Andrea Howard (foreground), Food Service Chef assigned to the 21st Space Wing (SW), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), carefully weighs celery for a beef stew during the Chefs food preparation competition at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA), during Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Andrea Howard (foreground), Fo...

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

Still with a sense of humor, US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Terry Hutchens, 30th Space Wing (SW), is wheeled towards the awards banquet during the Closing Ceremony for Exercise GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2002, at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB) California (CA). SSGT Hutchens was the victim of a snakebite while competing earlier this week. Guardian Challenge, a four-day space and missile competition, is hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA to test the wartime readiness of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) professionals

Still with a sense of humor, US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT)...

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

US Air Force (USAF) F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), mascot "The Wrangler" gets his team fired up during the opening ceremony to kick off this years Exercise Guardian Challenge at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA). Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), CA

US Air Force (USAF) F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), ma...

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

US Air Force (USAF) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Michael Ridge (left) and SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Michael Shedo with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), take voltage readings off a certified component while competing in Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition and a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Michael Ridge (left) and...

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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Christopher Schultz, with the 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), verifies the sight clarity and precision of his 5.56 mm M16A2 Assault Rifle prior to beginning his shift with the Security Forces tactics exercise during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Christopher Schultz, with...

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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel from the 30th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), push out with all they have to the last portion of the 2-mile obstacle course during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) personnel from the 30th Security Forces Squadron (...

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

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