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US Navy PETTY Officer Second Class Chris Roath of the Explosive Ordnance Mobile Unit 3, Detachment 6 Marine Mammal Systems briefs Lieutenant General Norty Schwartz, Commander of Alaskan Command and Alaskan legislative represenatives about the Mark 6 dolphin program while in Ketchikan, Alaska. The dolphins will be used to detect mines and opposing forces swimmers in Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001 harbor defense operations. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise, which encompasses military troops from all over North America and it lasts for two weeks

US Navy PETTY Officer Second Class Chris Roath of the Explosive Ordnan...

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

US Coast Guard SEAMAN Jon Kinstrey tightens the lines on the Coast Guard cutter NAUSHON during docking procedures after being escorted by two US Navy patrol boats and two Canadian Navy patrol boats (not shown) while sailing through the Tongass Narrows in Ketchikan, Alaska, during Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise. The exercise is conducted all over the state of Alaska with military forces from all over North America and it lasts for two weeks

US Coast Guard SEAMAN Jon Kinstrey tightens the lines on the Coast Gua...

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

US Navy Lieutenant Minh Nguyen, Medical Officer, USS OGDEN (LPD 5), prepares to paint the multi-purpose room of the Salvation Army in Ketchikan, Alaska. LT Nguyen is one of the 10,000 military members from different military installations from all over North America participating in Exercise NORTHERN EDGE. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise and it lasts for two weeks. Canadian and United States forces combine to practice protecting Alaska and it's borders. (Substandard image)

US Navy Lieutenant Minh Nguyen, Medical Officer, USS OGDEN (LPD 5), pr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2001 Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen Young, USAF Release Status: Rele... 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

A refueling drogue from a KC-10A Extender aircraft stationed at McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, tops off a Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet aircraft. The Blue Angels, the Navy's premier demonstration team, performed for 325,000 people at the Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station, NJ, Airshow on June 2-3, 2001. The McGuire AFB KC-10A refueled the Blue Angels as they returned to their home base at Pensacola, Florida

A refueling drogue from a KC-10A Extender aircraft stationed at McGuir...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Kenn Mann, USAF CIV. Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

USAF Major Chris Knehans, a pilot from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United Kingdom, briefs General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force, about aircraft safety procedures prior to their flight in a F-15E Strike Eagle. GEN Job was visiting RAF Lakenheath to receive an orientation ride in one of the United States Air Force's premier fighters, the F-15E Strike Eagle

USAF Major Chris Knehans, a pilot from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Tony R. To... More

General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force, smiles for the camera before he departs in a F-15E Strike Eagle to be flown by Major Chris Knehans from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United Kingdom. GEN Job was visiting RAF Lakenheath to receive an orientation ride in one of the United States Air Force's premier fighters, the F-15E Strike Eagle

General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Tony R. To... More

Members of the Honor Guard Team from Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall, United Kingdom (UK), marches in formation at the American Air Museum In Britain. The museum located just outside Cambridge, is Europe's premier aviation museum and part of the Imperial War Museum, Britain's national museum of warfare in the twentieth century

Members of the Honor Guard Team from Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Cambridge State: Cambridgeshire Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Camera Operator: MSGT Andrew E. Lynch, USAF Release Status: Release... 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

Security Forces personnel from the 91st Space Wing "Roughriders," at Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), tackle "The Tough One" during the obstacle course event during Exercise Guardian Challenge 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

Security Forces personnel from the 91st Space Wing "Roughriders," at M...

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) Todd Knudson, with the 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), dodges through entrapping rows during the "Tough Nut" obstacle of 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) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Todd Knudson, with the 5...

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) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Sandra Sturkie with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), checks her target after zeroing in her weapon for an 5.56 mm M16A2 Automatic Rifle competition 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) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Sandra Sturkie with the 90th...

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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Landon Cutler (right) with the 91st Space Wing (SW) "Roughriders," Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), works on equipment, while SSGT Ananh Torr assists during the Electronics Laboratory Event 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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Landon Cutler (right) with t...

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) Lee Osberry (facing) of the 30th Space Wing (SW), Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), talks to fellow AIRMAN before the closing ceremony of Guardian Challenge 2004. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Lee Osberry (facing) of the ...

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 USS OGDEN (LPD 5), a 570 foot Navy amphibious transport dock ship from San Diego, California, is parked at the pier in Ketchikan, Alaska, in support of Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001, Alaska's premier joint training exercise. The two week long exercise is a combined effort with military forces from all over North America

The USS OGDEN (LPD 5), a 570 foot Navy amphibious transport dock ship ...

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

While deployed in Ketchikan, Alaska, in support of Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001, a patrol boat from the Naval Coast Guard Joint Unit out of Seattle, Washington, streams by during daytime maneuvers. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise and it encompasses military troops from all over North America

While deployed in Ketchikan, Alaska, in support of Exercise NORTHERN E...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2001 Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Cohen Young, USAF Release Status: Rele... More

Chief Master Sergeant Lee Huntoon, USAF, (left), Air Force Space Command's Chief of Food and Lodging Services, briefs Senior Airman Marilyn Machay, USAF, 90th Space Wing missile chef, on what to expect in their food preparation evaluation 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."

Chief Master Sergeant Lee Huntoon, USAF, (left), Air Force Space Comma...

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 Colls, USAF, 21st Space Wg military chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fires his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle durg the zerog portion of the chef marksmanship competition 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 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...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Colls, USAF, 21st Space Wg military chef from...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing military chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fires his Colt 5.5... More

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), chef competitor from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, adjusts the flame on an M2A burner unit as evaluator MASTER Sergeant John Fitzgerald, USAF, observes the process. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 kicks off 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...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), chef competitor from ...

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

Members of the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, enjoy a moment of camaraderie, 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 across all mission areas in the command."

Members of the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Col...

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

Using a Sony video camera, SENIOR AIRMAN Johnson, Videographer, 99th Communications Squadron, Nellis Air Force Base, tapes a UH-1N Iroquois helicopter flying through the obstacle course in the Helicopter Hover Competition at 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 warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews;...

Using a Sony video camera, SENIOR AIRMAN Johnson, Videographer, 99th C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Using a Sony video camera, SENIOR AIRMAN Johnson, Videographer, 99th Communications Squadron, Nellis Air Force Base, tapes a UH-... More

Security Forces team from 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver Air Force Base, Colorado, welcome back their team member, SENIOR AIRMAN Douglas James after his great performance during his firearms marksmanship evaluation. They are competing for the best Security Forces Team in 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...

Security Forces team from 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Security Forces team from 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver Air Force Base, Colorado, welcome back their team member, S... More

AIRMAN 1t Cla (A1C) Anthony Hollin, USAF, 92nd Security Force Squadron, Fairchild Air Force Bae, Wahington, play the an aggreor againt the 21t Space Wing "Knight," of Peteron Air Force Bae, Colorado, during the tactic competition of Exercie GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Bae, California. A1C Hollin wear MILES (Multiple Integrated Laer Engagement Sytem) gear a part of the competition and oft combat gear to differentiate him and hi team from the "good guy." GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world' premier pace and miile competition, i a four-day event hoted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the bet and demontrate the command warfighting...

AIRMAN 1t Cla (A1C) Anthony Hollin, USAF, 92nd Security Force Squadron...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN 1ST Class (A1C) Anthony Hollins, USAF, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, plays the an ... More

Guiding the UH-1N Iroquois via the pilot, scanner First Lieutenant Matt Cotreras, USAF, 37th Helicopter Flight, 90th Space Wing, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, calls the movements to guide a bucket of water dangling from the helicopter through one of the obstacles on the course. The Helicopter Hover Competition course is flown with a crew of three, pilot copilot with a flight engineer, or additional pilot as a scanner. Both pilot copilot fly the entire course the scores awarded are averaged to determine the team score. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Venberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best...

Guiding the UH-1N Iroquois via the pilot, scanner First Lieutenant Mat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Guiding the UH-1N Iroquois via the pilot, scanner First Lieutenant Matt Cotreras, USAF, 37th Helicopter Flight, 90th Space Wing,... More

Led by Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, (center), security forces troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, engage in the tactics competition 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."

Led by Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, (center), security 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

Commander Robert Field, USN, Flight Leader with the Blue Angels and Major Hunter Hobson, USMC, fly their F/A-18 Hornet aircrafts in formation as they return to their home base at Pensacola, Florida. The Blue Angels, the Navy's premier demonstration team, performed for 325,000 people at the Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station, NJ Airshow on June 2-3, 2001

Commander Robert Field, USN, Flight Leader with the Blue Angels and Ma...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Kenn Mann, USAF CIV. Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Tara Carson, a crew chief from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United Kingdom, prepares a F-15E Strike Eagle prior to engine startup by removing preflight tags. This F-15E is being prepared for General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force. GEN Job was visiting RAF Lakenheath to receive an orientation ride in one of the United States Air Force's premier fighters, the F-15E Strike Eagle

SENIOR AIRMAN Tara Carson, a crew chief from the 492nd Fighter Squadro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Tony R. To... More

A F-15E Strike Eagle from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United Kingdom, awaits all systems checks during preflight procedures before rollout down the taxiway. This F-15E hold pilot Major Chris Knehans, from the 492nd and General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force. GEN Job was visiting RAF Lakenheath to receive an orientation ride in one of the United States Air Force's premier fighters, the F-15E Strike Eagle

A F-15E Strike Eagle from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Win...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Tony R. To... More

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Richard Vasquez, Jr. and USAF AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Spencer Masslieno-Allen, perform live with members of the USAF premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, during their Magic of Music, Broadway Production at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey

US Air Force (USAF) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Richard Vasquez, Jr. and USAF ...

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

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, perform on stage during their Magic of Music, Broadway Production at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey. Pictured left-to-right, STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) James Bowman, SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Kristina D. Robinson, and SRA Richard Vasquez, Jr

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Top...

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

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, perform on stage during their Magic of Music, Broadway Production at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Top...

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

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, perform on stage during their Magic of Music, Broadway Production at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Top...

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

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) Premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, perform live on stage for USAF personnel deployed with the 438th Air Expeditionary Group (AEG), at an undisclosed location in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) Premier entertainment showcase, Top...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: ENDURING FREEDOM Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: SSGT William Greer, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Combined... More

A US Air Force (USAF) E-3 Sentry, Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS), lands at US Naval Support Activity Souda Bay. AWACS provides all-weather surveillance, command, control and communications needed by commanders of US and NATO air defense forces and is considered to be the premier air battle command and control aircraft in the world today

A US Air Force (USAF) E-3 Sentry, Airborne Warning and Control System ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Souda Harbor State: Crete Country: Greece (GRC) Scene Camera Operator: Paul Farley, USN, CIV Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Keon Pinkney from the 341st Space Wing (SW) at Malstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana (MT), makes chili macaroni at the Chefs Cooking Competition Event during 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) Keon Pinkney from the 341st ...

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

A US Army (USA) UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), competes in the helicopter hover competition during 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), California (CA). (SUBSTANDARD)

A US Army (USA) UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 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

A US Army (USA) UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), competes in the helicopter hover competition during 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), California (CA). (SUBSTANDARD)

A US Army (USA) UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 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

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Matthew Tussey, from the 21st Space Wing (SW), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), crosses the finish line to complete the obstacle course portion of 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 the 21s...

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) Steven Benner, from the 460th Air Base Wing (ABW), Buckley Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), makes his way over "The Tough One" at the obstacle course on 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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Steven Benner, from the 4...

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) Scott Gero with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), crawls low to make his way out of the Trench Crawl during the obstacle course competition of Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Scott Gero with the 90th Spa...

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) Keon Pinckney (right), from the 341st Space Wing (SW), Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana (MT), whispers advice into the ear of teammate SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Caprice Rivas at the chiefs marksmanship competition 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) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Keon Pinckney (right), 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) SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Daniel Miles (right), Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Todd Knudson (center) and STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Brian Johnson, all from the 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), wait for their team to catch up during an 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 (right), Technica...

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 (left) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Rick Cardona with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), climb a ladder 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 (left) and AIRM...

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)

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

The USS OGDEN (LPD 5), a 570 foot Navy amphibious transport dock ship from San Diego, California, is parked at the pier in Ketchikan, Alaska, in support of Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001, Alaska's premier joint training exercise. The two week long exercise is a combined effort with military forces from all over North America

The USS OGDEN (LPD 5), a 570 foot Navy amphibious transport dock ship ...

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

Major General William Looney, 14th Air Force commander, and Major General H. J. "Mitch" Mitchell, Air Force Space Command Director of Operations, greet STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st Space Wing Knights of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Brigadier General Robert Kehler, 21st Space Wing commander, of the Knights follows his mascot as they arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile n, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates...

Major General William Looney, 14th Air Force commander, and Major Gene...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Major General William Looney, 14th Air Force commander, and Major General H. J. "Mitch" Mitchell, Air Force Space Command Direct... More

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the 341st SW (Space Wing) Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Frontiersmen, is greeted by Major General H. J. "Mitch" Mitchell, USAF, AFSPC/DO, Director of Operations, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, as the Frontiersmen arrive 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...

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the 341st SW (Space Wing...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the 341st SW (Space Wing) Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Frontiersmen, is gree... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left) and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chefs from the 21st Spe Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fill the M2A burner unit of the M-59 field range during the chef safety competition of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier spe 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, chefs from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air... More

STAFF Serget Porter L. Gee, USAF, (left), d SENIOR Airm Laura M. Puza, USAF, chefs from the 91st Space Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, discuss how to improve their shot pattern in preparation for the Chef Marksmship event at Vdenberg Air Force Base. As part of the Chefs Competition, the two chefs have to prepare meals for 50 people, then fire 30 rounds with the M16 from various positions d targets. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space d missile competition, is a four-day event hosted nually at Vdenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best d demonstrate the commds warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness...

STAFF Serget Porter L. Gee, USAF, (left), d SENIOR Airm Laura M. Puza,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Porter L. Gee, USAF, (left), and SENIOR AIRMAN Laura M. Puza, USAF, chefs from the 91st Space Wing, Minot Air For... More

Major General Howard J Mitchell, USAF, AFSPC (Air Force Space Command) Director of Operations speaks at the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 opening ceremony at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the command."

Major General Howard J Mitchell, USAF, AFSPC (Air Force Space Command)...

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

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing security forces, Airm First Class (A1C) Jason Rodriguez, SENIOR Airm Irvin Osores, A1C Dustin Guiducci d SENIOR MASTER Serget Jerry Delebreau, run to their next target, in the marksmship phase of the Air Force Space Commd GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Space d Missile Competition. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space d missile competition, is a four-day event hosted nually at Vdenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best d demonstrate the commds warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness d combat capabilities through preparation, innovation d sharing; enhces esprit de corps...

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing security forces, Airm First Cl...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing security forces, AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Jason Rodriguez, SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, A... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, chefs from the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, serve the fruits of their labor to their hungry teammates 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...

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, chefs ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, chefs from the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Bas... More

A UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, places a water-filled bucket in one of the various obstacles for the Helicopter Hover Competition 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 warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat...

A UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A UH-1N Iroquois helicopter from the 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, places a water-filled bucket in one of... More

As the UH-1N Iroquois hovers into position, onboard, Technical Sergeant Bill Tucker, flight engineer, 76th Helicopter Flight, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, talks with his pilot as they prepare to compete in the Helicopter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. 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 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 creates competition-tough crews;...

As the UH-1N Iroquois hovers into position, onboard, Technical Sergean...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: As the UH-1N Iroquois hovers into position, onboard, Technical Sergeant Bill Tucker, flight engineer, 76th Helicopter Flight, Va... More

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, perform on stage during their Magic of Music, Broadway Production at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) premier entertainment showcase, Top...

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

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Vince Jason P. Remo and USAF SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Ryan D. Ennis, perform live with members of the USAF premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, during their Magic of Music, Broadway Production at Incirlik Air Base (AB), Turkey

US Air Force (USAF) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Vince Jason P. Remo and U...

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

The Space and Missile Systems Center Team poses as US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) LeeAnn Sunn-Wagner, from the 30th Space Communications Squadron (SCS), Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), takes a group photo of Guardian Challenge teams arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), during Guardian Challenge. Guardian Challenge is the world's premier space and missile competition, a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, California (CA)

The Space and Missile Systems Center Team poses as US Air Force (USAF)...

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 (right), Commander, Air Force Space Command (AFSPC), Peterson Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), speaks with Lieutenant General (LGEN) Dan Leaf during the start of Guardian Challenge, the world's premier space and missile competition, hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Lance W. Lord (right), Commander, Ai...

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 341st Space Wing (SW), Malmstrom Air Force Base (AFB), Montana (MT), cross the finish line on the obstacle course during Guardian Challenge (GC) 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

US Air Force (USAF) personnel from the 341st Space Wing (SW), Malmstro...

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 over the Belly Buster 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) AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Rick Cardona with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), goes down a rope in order to complete an obstacle which is named The Tough One 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

The security forces team at the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), work together in order to complete the Six Vaults 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)

The security forces team at the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren 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) Scott Gero with the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), makes his way over the Vertical Wall and the last obstacle on the course 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) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Scott Gero with the 90th Spa...

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

Justin Sonnier from the 45th Air Wing (AW), Patrick Air Force Base (AFB), Florida (FL), climbs the ropes of the "Tough One" during the obstacle course portion of Guardian Challenge 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

Justin Sonnier from the 45th Air Wing (AW), Patrick Air Force Base (AF...

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) team members of the Security Police Forces (SPF) from the 90th Space Wing (SW), F.E. Warren Air Force Base (AFB), Wyoming (WY), run towards the first event in 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 AFB, California (CA)

US Air Force (USAF) team members of the Security Police Forces (SPF) f...

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

Led by US Air Force (USAF) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) "Teddy" Larrison (left) and 91st Space Wing (SW) Commander Colonel (COL) Mark Owen (right), the "Roughriders" from Minot Air Force Base (AFB), North Dakota (ND), enter the hangar at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFB), California (CA), for the Guardian Challenge awards banquet. 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)

Led by US Air Force (USAF) Technical Sergeant (TSGT) "Teddy" Larrison ...

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 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever Air Force Base (AFB), Colorado (CO), cheer for their performance in Guardian Challenge during the awards and closing ceremony. 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 50th Space Wing (SW), Schriever...

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

060813-F-7049H-045 (Aug. 13, 2006)US Navy (USN) crew chiefs with the US Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron stand at attention as their Blue Angels F/A-18 Hornet aircraft prepare to take off during Arctic Thunder 2006 Air Show at Elmendorf Air Force Base (AFB), Alaska (AK). The Blue Angels, the Navy's premier demonstration team, mission is to enhance Navy and US Marine Corps (USMC) recruiting efforts and to represent the naval service to the US, its elected leadership and foreign nations.(U.S. Air Force official photo by SENIOR AIRMAN Garrett Hothan) (Released)

060813-F-7049H-045 (Aug. 13, 2006)US Navy (USN) crew chiefs with the U...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Elmendorf Air Force Base State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Garrett Hothan, USAF Release Stat... More

During a snowfall, Alaska National Guardsman SPECIALIST Dustin Hill of the 3rd Batallion, 297th Scouts, Alpha Company, stands guard at the perimeter of the State Trooper's office in Ketchikan, Alaska. Ketchikan is the primary communication for all emergency support units during Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise, it encompasses all of the state of Alaska and it lasts for two weeks

During a snowfall, Alaska National Guardsman SPECIALIST Dustin Hill of...

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

On board the USS NAUSHON Coast Guard Coastal Tender (WPB 1311) USA, Broadcast Journalist, SPECIALIST, Tom Grayson dons cold weather gear, while participating in Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001. Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001, is Alaskas premier joint service training exercise and is conducted with troops from all over North America

On board the USS NAUSHON Coast Guard Coastal Tender (WPB 1311) USA, Br...

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

In swirling winds, fog and pounding rains, members of the 297th Army Infantry Alaskan National Guard, Alpha Company, prepare to provide dock security support for the USS OGDEN (LPD 5) (not shown) while deployed to Ketchikan, Alaska, during Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2001. Northern Edge is Alaska's premier joint training exercise and it lasts for two weeks. Over 10,000 Canadian and United States forces combine to practice protecting Alaska and it's borders

In swirling winds, fog and pounding rains, members of the 297th Army I...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: NORTHERN EDGE 2001 Base: Ketchikan State: Alaska (AK) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Co... 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 Captain Mark MacDonald, from the 2nd Air Refueling Squadron, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, makes final adjustments to his flight plan prior to refueling the Blue Angels. The Blue Angels, the Navy's premier demonstration team, performed for 325,000 people at the Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station, NJ Airshow on June 2-3, 2001. The McGuire AFB KC-10A refueled the Blue Angels as they returned to their home base at Pensacola, Florida

US Air Force Captain Mark MacDonald, from the 2nd Air Refueling Squadr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Kenn Mann, USAF CIV. Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

Major Hunter Hobson, USMC, (right) wing with the Blue Angels and Lieutenant Max McCoy, USN, (left) wing fly their F/A-18 Hornet aircraft's as they return to their home base at Pensacola, Florida. The Blue Angels, the Navy's premier demonstration team, performed for 325,000 people at the Lakehurst Naval Air Engineering Station, NJ, Airshow on June 2-3, 2001

Major Hunter Hobson, USMC, (right) wing with the Blue Angels and Lieut...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Kenn Mann, USAF CIV. Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital... More

Major Chris Knehans, a pilot from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United Kingdom, briefs General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force, prior to a demonstration in the F-15E simulator. GEN Job was visiting RAF Lakenheath to receive an orientation ride in one of the United States Air Force's premier fighters, the F-15E Strike Eagle

Major Chris Knehans, a pilot from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fig...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Tony R. To... More

Major Chris Knehans, a pilot from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, Royal Air Force (RAF) Lakenheath, United Kingdom, and General (GEN) Jean Pierre Job, CHIEF of STAFF for the French Air Force, begin to roll out down the taxiway in a F-15E Strike Eagle. GEN Job was visiting RAF Lakenheath to receive an orientation ride in one of the United States Air Force's premier fighters, the F-15E Strike Eagle

Major Chris Knehans, a pilot from the 492nd Fighter Squadron, 48th Fig...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Raf Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Tony R. To... More

Member of the US Air Force (USAF) Premier entertainment showcase, Tops in Blue, perform on stage at Kadena Air Base (AB), Okinawa, Japan. Pictured foreground left-to-right is USAF SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Robert F. Carter Jr., and USAF AIRMAN First Class (AIC) Keith A. Loudermill. USAF AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Angie K. Long is pictured background

Member of the US Air Force (USAF) Premier entertainment showcase, Tops...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Kadena Air Base State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Mercedes Abney Release Status: Released to Public Combined Milita... More

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) Premier Entertainment Showcase Tops in Blue on stage with the USAF Band of the West, and Airmen from the Air Force Honor Guard Ceremonial Drill Team, during a Military Tattoo at the Verizon Amphitheater, located at Randolph Air Force Base (AFB), Texas (TX)

Members of the US Air Force (USAF) Premier Entertainment Showcase Tops...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Steve White, CIV Release Status: Releas... 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

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