RM2NKFNH8–U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Mary Allen, Delta Company, 837th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, monitors the Versatile Radio Observation and Direction (VROD) during a training mission at Camp Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 14, 2022. Allen was instrumental in the success of the training, accurately calibrating and operating the equipment to complete the observation mission.
RM2NKG665–A scene of the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKG5GY–A scene of the La Crosse River next to Pine View Campground in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKFJKD–U.S. FIFTH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (August 14, 2022) – A U.S. Marine assigned to Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team Central Command (FASTCENT) fires an M18 pistol during a live-fire drill at a training facility in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, Aug. 14. FASTCENT provides expeditionary antiterrorism and security forces to embassies, consulates and other vital national assets throughout the region.
RM2NKG7JW–A scene of the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKF7RN–Pilots and maintenance crew members with the U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, conclude their performance as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their con
RM2NKFWRC–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKG35P–220814-F-LN908-0161 DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (Aug. 14, 2022) Female officers from the Tanzanian People's Defense Force, members of the Mwanamke Imara (Strong Woman) organization, U.S. Embassy in Tanzania staff and Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel 'Woody' Williams (ESB 4) leaders pose for a photo after a Women, Peace and Security event in Tanzania, Aug. 14, 2022. Hershel 'Woody' Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKFHNB–220814-N-IX644-1002 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Brad Ellis, left, from Pensacola, Florida, and Aviation Structural Mechanic 2nd Class Joel Miller, from Davenport, Iowa, both assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 5 conduct routine maintenance on an MH-60S Nighthawk attached to HSC-5 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77), Aug. 14, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability as the flagship of a carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability
RM2NKG9HY–Master Sergeant Efrem Swoope, recruiting office flight chief for the 179th Airlift Wing, talks about his experience working in the Air National Guard while running the strength test at an Air National Guard recruitment tent at the Props and Pistons Festival in Akron, Ohio on Aug 14 , 2022. MSgt Swoope believes the biggest benefit to working in the Air National Guard is the culture created by our members while caring for eachother and the local community.
RM2NKFFC0–A Soldier from the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team presents Bridget Ballenger, wife of incoming commander Col. Andrew Ballenger, with a bouquet of white roses on behalf of the unit as a token of welcome and gratitude at the change of command ceremony, Camp Gruber Training Center, Oklahoma, Aug. 14, 2022. Ballenger has served in the Army National Guard for over 30 years and has received many awards, to include a Legion of Merit and two Bronze Star Medals. (Oklahoma Army National Guard photo by Spc. Danielle Rayon)
RM2NKFH5F–220814-N-IX644-1006 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2022) Aviation Electrician’s Mate 1st Class Mark Kelly, from Dalton, Georgia, assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC 5) conducts routine maintenance on an MH-60S Nighthawk attached to HSC-5 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77), Aug. 14, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability as the flagship of a carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interes
RM2NKFBJG–220814-N-QI593-1023 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2022) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Mark Monge, from San Francisco, exercises on the flight deck aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 14, 2022. Bainbridge is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKG664–A scene of the La Crosse River next to Pine View Campground in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKFB4M–220815-N-XN177-1121 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 15, 2022) – An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 flies a pallet of supplies to amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), as the amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LPD 18) steams nearby during a vertical replenishment, Aug. 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2NKFW7P–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKFK5T–U.S. FIFTH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (August 14, 2022) – U.S. Marines assigned to Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team Central Command (FASTCENT) participates in a live-fire drill at a training facility in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, Aug. 14. FASTCENT provides expeditionary antiterrorism and security forces to embassies, consulates and other vital national assets throughout the region.
RM2NKF78X–The U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, perform flight demonstrations in F/A-18 Super Hornets as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support
RM2NKFRT8–Marines with Bulk Fuel Company, 6th Engineer Support Battalion, 4th Marine Logistics Group, and The Upper Fruitland Veteran Color Guard, present the Marne Corps and Navajo Colors during the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Navajo Code Talkers at Tse Bonito, N.M., Aug. 14, 2022. In 1982, U.S. President Ronald Reagan designated Aug. 14 as National Navajo Code Talkers Day. Proclamation 4954 encouraged all Americans to remember and honor the contributions of the Navajo Nation and all Native Americans who gave of their special talents and their lives in service of our country so that others
RM2NKFB4W–220815-N-XN177-1031 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 15, 2022) – Airman Weston Pezdirtz, from Peyton, Colorado, operates an aircraft elevator aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2NKG043–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKGB2W–A scene of Trout Falls on the La Crosse River in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. In 2022, the recreation area celebrated 50 years in use and the area is managed by the Fort McCoy Directorate of Family and
RM2NKF8BP–U.S. National Guard Soldiers pose alongside their partners from the Tajikistan Ministry of Defense during the exercise “Regional Cooperation 22” Aug. 14, 2022, at a training site near Dushanbe, Tajikistan. RC 22 is an annual, multi-national U.S. Central Command-sponsored exercise conducted by U.S. forces in partnership with Central and South Asia nations.
RM2NKFCYX–U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Thomas receives the guidon from Lt. Col. John McDaniel Jr., the incoming commander of the 291st Digital Liaison Detachment, Maryland Army National Guard, at a change of command ceremony in Adelphi, Md., August 14, 2022. Col. Kristine Henry relinquished command to McDaniel during the ceremony.
RM2NKFW7Y–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKFPP1–U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shannon Wrage, a navigator with the 169th Airlift Squadron, Illinois Air National Guard, greets her daughter after her “fini flight” at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, Aug. 14, 2022. Wrage has 26 years of military service.
RM2NKF8C1–An advisor from Advisor Team 3322, assigned to the 3rd Security Force Assistance Brigade, serves as a casualty during a medical information exchange with troops assigned to the Tajikistan Ministry of Defense during the exercise “Regional Cooperation 22” Aug. 14, 2022, at a training site near Dushanbe, Tajikistan. RC 22 is an annual, multi-national U.S. Central Command-sponsored exercise conducted by U.S. forces in partnership with Central and South Asia nations.
RM2NKFHN0–220814-N-EL850-1418 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2022) AOAN Howard, Hannah, ABFN Stember, Zachary, and AOAN Jones, Trevon aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) serve brunch to the crew, Aug. 14, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America's adversaries in support of national security.
RM2NKFBH4–220815-N-VJ326-1040 PHILIPPINE SEA (Aug. 15, 2022) – Airman Jermeria Miller, from Bogalusa, Louisiana, directs the port aircraft elevator during a vertical replenishment aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), Aug. 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2NKG44H–A child sits in a Sikorsky HH-60M MEDEVAC Black Hawk Helicopter during the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to celebrate MCBH’s longstanding relationship with the local community.
RM2NKGAKA–A scene of Trout Falls on the La Crosse River in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. In 2022, the recreation area celebrated 50 years in use and the area is managed by the Fort McCoy Directorate of Family and
RM2NKG9J0–U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Beau Howes, an AH-1Z Viper pilot with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, speaks to U.S. Army Soldiers from the 463rd Engineer Battalion at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, Aug.14, 2022. HMLA-167 trained with U.S. Army National Guard and U.S. Air National Guard units during joint exercise Northern Strike 22-2. HMLA-167 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.
RM2NKFGGT–U.S. Army Soldiers, 237th Brigade Support Battalion, Cleveland, Ohio, prepare cable during a sling load mission at the Camp Grayling Parade Field, Grayling, Mich., Aug 14, 2022 during exercise Northern Strike 22-2. Northern Strike is designed to challenge approximately 7,400 service members with multiple forms of training that advance interoperability across multicomponent, multinational and interagency partners.
RM2NKFEHN–U.S. Marines with 3d Littoral Combat Team, 3d Marine Littoral Regiment, 3d Marine Division, greet families at the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show was hosted in order for the local community, service members and residents of MCBH to interact during a world-class event. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.
RM2NKG1ED–220817-N-FQ994-2005 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 17, 2022) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) practice firefighting techniques for a training drill, Aug. 17, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability as the flagship of a carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKG3NG–U.S. Army Sgt. Jeffrey Adger, a transportation managment coordinator with 650th Motor Transportation Company, ground guides vehicles after the completion of the first leg of a convoy at a combat support center established in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during exercise Native Fury 22, Aug. 14, 2022. Native Fury 22 is vital for strengthening the U.S. long-standing relationship with Saudi Armed Forces. The exercise enhances combined tactics, maritime capabilities and promotes long-term regional stability.
RM2NKGA68–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Will Warren, a UH-1Y Venom crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, observes landscape near Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, Aug. 14, 2022. HMLA-167 trained with U.S. Army National Guard and U.S. Air National Guard units during joint exercise Northern Strike 22-2. HMLA-167 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.
RM2NKF6YG–Maintenance crew members with the U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, prepare to take off as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of
RM2NKFYDE–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKF6JD–A child tours the inside of a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.
RM2NKF8C3–U.S. National Guard Soldiers pose alongside their partners from the Tajikistan Ministry of Defense during the exercise “Regional Cooperation 22” Aug. 14, 2022, at a training site near Dushanbe, Tajikistan. RC 22 is an annual, multi-national U.S. Central Command-sponsored exercise conducted by U.S. forces in partnership with Central and South Asia nations.
RM2NKG35F–220814-F-LN908-0487 DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (Aug. 14, 2022) Capt. Chad Graham, commanding officer of the Lewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel 'Woody' Williams (ESB 4), speaks to female officers from the Tanzanian People's Defense Force and U.S. to Tanzania Embassy staff during a Women, Peace and Security event in Tanzania, Aug. 14, 2022. Hershel 'Woody' Williams is rotationally deployed to the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKFGGX–U.S. Army Soldiers, 237th Brigade Support Battalion, Cleveland, Ohio, prepare cable during a sling load mission at the Camp Grayling Parade Field, Grayling, Mich., Aug 14, 2022 during exercise Northern Strike 22-2. Northern Strike is designed to challenge approximately 7,400 service members with multiple forms of training that advance interoperability across multicomponent, multinational and interagency partners.
RM2NKFKKD–A group of young Navajo girls sing the national anthem in their native language during the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Navajo Code Talkers at Tse Bonito, N.M., Aug. 14, 2022. In 1982, U.S. President Ronald Reagan designated Aug. 14 as National Navajo Code Talkers Day. Proclamation 4954 encouraged all Americans to remember and honor the contributions of the Navajo Nation and all Native Americans who gave of their special talents and their lives in service of our country so that others might live.
RM2NKF9F6–Soldiers from V Corps, members of the Polish armed forces, and Poznan community members participate in a Polish Armed Forces Day parade on 14 August 2022, at Armia Poznań Memorial site, in Poznan, Poland. Events such as these further strengthen bonds between servicemembers and build trust among the local civilian community.
RM2NKFC1N–Maryland Army National Guard's 291st Digital Liaison Detachment Soldiers salute the official party at their change of command ceremony in Adelphi, Md., August 14, 2022. Col. Kristine Henry relinquished command to Lt. Col. John McDaniel Jr during the ceremony.
RM2NKG231–Simulated evacuees are checked in to Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli (LHA-7) by Sailors with LHA-7, 7th Fleet, during a non-combatant evacuation operation exercise, in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 14, 2022. NEO training ensures the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group is proficient and efficient as a crisis response force. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2NKF6HN–Air show attendees speak with U.S. Air Force Airmen at the U.S. Air Force information tent as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.
RM2NKF6Y9–The U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, perform flight demonstrations in F/A-18 Super Hornets as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support
RM2NKFJ6H–U.S. FIFTH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (August 14, 2022) – A U.S. Marine assigned to Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team Central Command (FASTCENT) loads .556mm NATO ammunition into a magazine during a live-fire drill at a training facility in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations, Aug. 14. FASTCENT provides expeditionary antiterrorism and security forces to embassies, consulates and other vital national assets throughout the region.
RM2NKF6K0–A Nissan GT-R (R35) Nismo is displayed as part of the car show at the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.
RM2NKG7K0–A scene of the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKG1E8–220814-N-NR343-2002 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2022) Aviation Mechanic (structural) Airman Apprentice AhNiyah Walker, assigned to the “Sea Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat squadron (HSC) 22, conducts maintenance on a MH-60S Seahawk helicopter aboard the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Sioux City (LCS 11) while transiting the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 14, 2022. Sioux City is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet, to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.
RM2NKFGWW–U.S. Army Soldiers, 237th Brigade Support Battalion, Cleveland, Ohio, attach a cable during a sling load mission at the Camp Grayling Parade Field, Grayling, Mich., Aug 14, 2022 during exercise Northern Strike 22-2. Northern Strike is designed to challenge approximately 7,400 service members with multiple forms of training that advance interoperability across multicomponent, multinational and interagency partners.
RM2NKFF3N–U.S. Navy Blue Angel F/A-18 Super Hornets perform aerial stunts at the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of a Joint Force in the Indo-Pacific Region. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.
RM2NKFAEY–220814 -N-ZA692-1403 MANAMA, Bahrain (Aug. 14, 2022) Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Central Command, U.S. 5th Fleet and Combined Maritime Forces, speaks during the Combined Force Maritime Component Commander (CFMCC) officer course in Manama, Bahrain, Aug. 14. The CFMCC course is a flag-level professional military education seminar designed to provide leadership tools to U.S. and partner-nation officers.
RM2NKFFCB–Col. Colby Wyatt, outgoing commander of the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma National Guard, passes the unit colors to Brig. Gen. Thomas Mancino, adjutant general for Oklahoma, at a change of command ceremony, Camp Gruber Training Center, Oklahoma, Aug. 14, 2022. Wyatt served as the commander of the 45th IBCT for three years and relinquished command to Col. Andrew Ballenger. (Oklahoma Army National Guard photo by Spc. Danielle Rayon)
RM2NKF8WD–Soldiers from V Corps, members of the Polish armed forces, and Poznan community members participate in a Polish Armed Forces Day parade on 14 August 2022, at Armia Poznań Memorial site, in Poznan, Poland. Events such as these, further strengthen bonds between servicemembers and build trust among the local civilian community.
RM2NKFYDW–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKG0TH–220814-N-CS075-1001 VALENCIA, Spain (August 14, 2022) Sailors approach a tugboat during a sea and anchor evolution aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Cole (DDG 67) during a scheduled port visit to Valencia, Spain, August 14, 2022. Cole is part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group and is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKFX76–Soldiers across Camp Arifjan, Kuwait took part in a 5k color run hosted by the MWR on Aug. 14, 2022.
RM2NKG44P–An airshow attendee attempts pull-ups at a Marine Corps recruiting vendor station during the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to celebrate MCBH’s longstanding relationship with the local community.
RM2NKG948–The fifth Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Robert D. Gaylor speaks to Airmen during the 2022 Air Force Sergeants Association Professional Education & Development Symposium, in San Antonio, Aug. 14, 2022. During the symposium, Airmen were able to hear from past and present Air Force leaders.
RM2NKFN23–U.S. Army Cpt. Tucker Palmatier, a Cyber Electronic Warfare Officer assigned to the 37th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, monitors Versatile Radio Observation and Direction (VROD) equipment during a training mission, August 14, 2022, at Camp Grayling, Michigan. The exercise, which was in partnership with the National Guard Bureau, allowed Palmatier to test the equipment in a variety of environments, increasing the warfighting capabilities and readiness of the 37th IBCT.
RM2NKG5H1–Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 512th Airlift Wing Dover Air Force Base, Del., board a C-17 Globemaster III Aug. 14, 2022. These reserve aerial porters flew to the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Polk, La., for a week-long training exercise. JRTC scenarios allow complete integration of Air Force and other military services as well as host-nation and civilian role players. The exercises replicate many of the unique situations and challenges a unit may face including host-national officials and citizens, insurgents and terrorists, news media coverage, and non-governmental organizations.
RM2NKFG5Y–U.S. Army Soldiers, 237th Brigade Support Battalion, Cleveland, Ohio, prepare cable during a sling load mission at the Camp Grayling Parade Field, Grayling, Mich., Aug 14, 2022 during exercise Northern Strike 22-2. Northern Strike is designed to challenge approximately 7,400 service members with multiple forms of training that advance interoperability across multicomponent, multinational and interagency partners.
RM2NKFBGJ–220814-N-QI593-1066 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2022) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Jessica Brown, from South Glastonbury, Connecticut, exercises on the flight deck aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 14, 2022. Bainbridge is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKFKK6–Lt. Gen. David G. Bellon, Commander of Marine Forces Reserve and Marine Forces South, poses for a photo with six Navajo Nation Marines at Window Rock, Ariz., N.M., Aug. 14, 2022. The Marines met to discuss their participation in a ceremony for the National Navajo Code Talkers Day, which has been observed every Aug. 14 since 1982. The Marines had never met each other before, but quickly found common ground through their shared military service and Navajo heritage.
RM2NKFB3X–Sgt. 1st Class Brittany Mcfadden, battle non commisioned officer, left, and Sgt. Jacqulne Blackiston, future operations non commisioned officer, both with the 29th Combat Aviation Brigade, Maryland Army National Guard prepare for future operations during Northern Strike at Camp Grayling, Mich., on Aug. 14, 2022. The 29th CAB, led by Col. Richard Ferguson, has approximately 100 Maryland Army National Guard Soldiers providing all-domain command and control capabilities during Northern Strike 22 from Aug. 6 to 20, 2022.
RM2NKFFRP–Soldiers from the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma National Guard, stand in formation at a change of command ceremony, Camp Gruber Training Center, Oklahoma, Aug. 14, 2022. Col. Colby Wyatt served as the commander of the 45th IBCT for three years and relinquished command to Col. Andrew Ballenger. (Oklahoma Army National Guard photo by Spc. Danielle Rayon)
RM2NKGC7B–A scene of Trout Falls on the La Crosse River in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. In 2022, the recreation area celebrated 50 years in use and the area is managed by the Fort McCoy Directorate of Family and
RM2NKF6YD–Air show attendees watch as the U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, prepare to take off as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of th
RM2NKGBJ5–A scene of Trout Falls on the La Crosse River in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. In 2022, the recreation area celebrated 50 years in use and the area is managed by the Fort McCoy Directorate of Family and
RM2NKG44C–DVIDS Caption: U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and U.S. Navy Sailors with USS Miguel Keith (ESB-5), take part in a 5 kilometer run aboard ESB-5, in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 14, 2022. The Marines and Sailors conducted a 5 kilometer run in honor of Lance Cpl. Miguel Keith. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific regio
RM2NKG73E–A scene of the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKFFC8–Oklahoma National Guard Soldiers salute during the national anthem at a change of command ceremony for the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Camp Gruber Training Center, Oklahoma, Aug. 14, 2022. Col. Colby Wyatt served as the commander of the 45th IBCT for three years and relinquished command to Col. Andrew Ballenger. (Oklahoma Army National Guard photo by Spc. Danielle Rayon)
RM2NKG447–U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and U.S. Navy Sailors with USS Miguel Keith (ESB-5), take part in a 5 kilometer run aboard ESB-5, in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 14, 2022. The Marines and Sailors conducted a 5 kilometer run in honor of Lance Cpl. Miguel Keith. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
RM2NKFPPH–220814-N-OK195-0007 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 14, 2022) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Victor Garcia, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Truxtun (DDG 103), mans a firehose to clean a Mark 45 5-inch gun during a fresh water washdown, Aug. 14, 2022. Truxtun is part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group, an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America’s adversaries in support of national security.
RM2NKG5H8–Reserve Citizen Airmen from the 512th Airlift Wing Dover Air Force Base, Del., board a bus headed for a C-17 Globemaster III Aug. 14, 2022. These reserve aerial porters, flew to the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Polk, La., for a week-long training exercise. JRTC scenarios allow complete integration of Air Force and other military services as well as host-nation and civilian role players. The exercises replicate many of the unique situations and challenges a unit may face including host-national officials and citizens, insurgents and terrorists, news media coverage, and non-governmental
RM2NKFG5W–Command Sgt. Maj. Chris Murray presents Col. Colby Wyatt, outgoing commander of the 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, Oklahoma National Guard, with the Meritorious Service Medal during a change of command ceremony, Camp Gruber Training Center, Okla., Aug. 14, 2022. Wyatt served as the commander of the 45th IBCT for three years and relinquished command to Col. Andrew Ballenger. (Oklahoma Army National Guard photo by Spc. Danielle Rayon)
RM2NKFH4X–220814-N-FB730-1003 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2022) Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Christian Alexander, from Salt Lake City, Utah, gets brunch from the aft galley aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 14, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKF8D2–Soldiers from the Tajikistan Ministry of Defense practice applying tourniquets during a medical information exchange with U.S. National Guard Soldiers from Virginia and Massachusetts, as well as advisors from the 3rd Security Force Assistance Brigade during the exercise “Regional Cooperation 22” Aug. 14, 2022, at a training site near Dushanbe, Tajikistan. RC 22 is an annual, multi-national U.S. Central Command-sponsored exercise conducted by U.S. forces in partnership with Central and South Asia nations.
RM2NKFGH3–U.S. Army Soldiers, 237th Brigade Support Battalion, Cleveland, Ohio, prepare cable during a sling load mission at the Camp Grayling Parade Field, Grayling, Mich., Aug 14, 2022 during exercise Northern Strike 22-2. Northern Strike is designed to challenge approximately 7,400 service members with multiple forms of training that advance interoperability across multicomponent, multinational and interagency partners.
RM2NKF78M–The U.S. Naval Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels, perform flight demonstrations in F/A-18 Super Hornets as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBH’s appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support
RM2NKFH5C–220814-N-FB730-1002 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2022) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Drew Mirisola, from Milford, Massachusetts, prepares waffles on the mess decks aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 14, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKFH4N–220814-N-FB730-1010 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2022) Sailors pose for a photo during brunch on the mess decks aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 14, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.
RM2NKG44J–U.S. Marine Corps Gysgt. Caleb Holsinger, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment Staff Non-Commissioned officer in charge, and air show attendees pose with an M240b machine gun during the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 14, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity for MCBH to foster positive relationships with the local community, while providing a unique experience to the public. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to celebrate MCBH’s longstanding relati
RM2NKGBGW–A scene of Trout Falls on the La Crosse River in the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. In 2022, the recreation area celebrated 50 years in use and the area is managed by the Fort McCoy Directorate of Family and
RM2NKFM40–Navajo Nation Marines pose for a photo at the Navajo Code Talker memorial at Window Rock, Ariz., Aug. 14, 2022. The Marines met to discuss their participation in a ceremony for the National Navajo Code Talkers Day, which has been observed every Aug. 14 since 1982. The Marines had never met each other before, but quickly found common ground through their shared military service and Navajo heritage.
RM2NKG73K–A scene of the Pine View Recreation Area is shown Aug. 14, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. The recreation area includes acres of publicly accessible land with hiking trails, Pine View Campground, Whitetail Ridge Ski Area, and Sportsman’s Range. Pine View Recreation Area offers four-season, year-round activities to include camping, hiking, fishing, and more. See more about the area at https://mccoy.armymwr.com/categories/outdoor-recreation. Also, in 2022, Pine View Recreation Area celebrated 50 years in use.
RM2NKFR9N–The Marine Forces Reserve Band performs alongside the Navajo Nation Band during the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Navajo Code Talkers at Tse Bonito, N.M., Aug. 14, 2022. The Marine Corps is supporting the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Navajo Code Talkers and the vital role they played in the Pacific Island Hopping Campaign of World War II.