Military Technical Operations

Scenes of Air Force and Navy personnel conducting technical and engineering tasks, highlighting maintenance and operational readiness in various aircraft and naval settings.

Portrait of man wearing protective goggles cocking gun in shooting range, setting mechanism up for firing. Person pulling back pistol hammer, carefully handling weapon, preparing to shoot

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabari Freeman, 51st Operations Support Squadron weather technician, practices reestablishing operations in an alternate duty location after a simulated cyberattack during Beverly Midnight 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 29, 2024. The 51st OSS Airmen practiced relocating to train using available resources to maintain operational readiness. BM24-1 is a routine training event that tests the military capabilities across the peninsula, allowing combined and joint training at both the operational and tactical levels.

Senior Airman Torrey Decuir, A-10C Thunderbolt II Demonstration Team crew chief, performs post-flight inspections at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Sept. 28, 2022. The A-10 Demonstration Team travels around the country to different airshows to showcase the abilities of the A-10 and its Airmen, as well as their contributions to the Air Force mission and national security.

220901-N-XR893-1002 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sep. 1, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic Airman Aaron Bryan, from Hickory, North Carolina, assigned to the Proud Warriors of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72, chocks down an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay of the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Sep. 1, 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.

DF-ST-85-02878. Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-87-07419. Subject Operation/Series: COPE THUNDER '86-1 Base: Clark Air Base State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

Portrait of man wearing protective goggles cocking gun in shooting range, setting mechanism up for firing. Person pulling back pistol hammer, carefully handling weapon, preparing to shoot

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabari Freeman, 51st Operations Support Squadron weather technician, relocates to an alternate duty location after a simulated cyber attack during Beverly Midnight 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 29, 2024. BM24-1 is a routine training event that tests the military capabilities across the peninsula, allowing combined and joint training at both the operational and tactical levels. The 51st Fighter Wing continuously trains to maintain the high-level of full-spectrum readiness required to execute the mission proficiently and effectively.

A U.S. Airman conducts pre-flight checks for a U.S. Air Force F-15D Eagle at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 9, 2022. Kadena Air Bases strategic position makes it a vital staging location for forces to deter regional adversaries and project U.S. airpower throughout the Indo-Pacific.

Spc. Terry Spencer, a Phoenix, Az. native, replaces the starter on a 1070 heavy equipment transport at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Jan. 27. Spencer is a mechanic working with 1498 Transportation Co., National Guard from Riverside, Calif.

220804-N-CY569-1003 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 4, 2022) Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Jodel Malengngwala, from Cameroon, Africa, assigned to the Blue Blasters” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 34, removes pins from a wing flag of an F/A-18E Super Hornet in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 4, 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.

Staff Sgt. Ranon Barber, 774th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron calculates the weight of bundles of food and supplies that were loaded on U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules at Kandahar, Afghanistan on Nov., 23, 2011. The bundles are going to be airdropped to Soldiers at a remote locations in eastern Afghanistan. Barber is deployed to Afghanistan from the 145th Air Wing, Air National Guard, Charlotte, NC.

PHILIPPINE SEA (May 28, 2022) Aviation Machinist's Mate 1st Class Shannon Ward, from Greenwood, Miss., performs engine maintenance aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

DN-ST-85-00701. Base: USS Nassau (LHA 4) Country: North Sea

220609-N-XR893-1159 IONIAN SEA (June 9, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Michael Boyd, from Jacksonville, Florida, drives a spotting dolly in the hangar bay of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 9, 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.

011024-F-1705S-022. Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jabari Freeman, 51st Operations Support Squadron weather technician, looks over a checklist to verify all procedures were followed after a simulated cyberattack during Beverly Midnight 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 29, 2024. The 51st OSS Airmen practiced relocating to train using available resources to maintain operational readiness. BM24-1 is a routine training event that tests the military capabilities across the peninsula, allowing combined and joint training at both the operational and tactical levels.

EAST CHINA SEA (Jan. 26, 2022) Boatswains Mate Seaman Alan Wandiri, from Los Angeles, conducts maintenance aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114). Ralph Johnson is assigned to Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samantha Oblander)

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 16, 2022) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 3rd Class Denzel Hood, from Amherst, New Jersey, studies for an enlisted surface warfare specialist (ESWS) board while standing watch in the Combat Information Center aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 16, 2022) Lt. Donald Bowers, from Houston, talks on the phone while standing watch in the Combat Information Center aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anhre Bourgeois, a 356th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew chief, examines an AIM-120 during a load competition at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 7, 2022. The winning team of a load competition is determined based on speed, accuracy and number of deductions.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anhre Bourgeois, a 356th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew chief, examines an AIM-120 during a load competition at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 7, 2022. The winning team of a load competition is determined based on speed, accuracy and number of deductions.

A U.S. Marine drives the shuttle bus with the Security Augmentation Force, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, during Exercise STRATMOBEX on MCAS Beaufort, May 19, 2022. STRATMOBEX allowed key personnel to practice their role in evacuating and manning the air station in cases of extreme weather.

US Navy AIRMAN William Walker takes a break inside the "burner can" of an F-14B Tomcat aircraft on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75). Truman and its battle group are participating in Exercise UNIFIED SPIRIT, a NATO led United Nations training exercise simulating peace keeping operations off the Atlantic coast. Subject Operation/Series: UNIFIED SPIRIT Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

Weatherman SRA Dave Lewis checks the wind conditions at Moi International Airport. He will brief aircrews delivering humanitarian relief to Uganda. Subject Operation/Series: SUPPORT HOPE Base: Mombasa Country: Kenya (KEN)

221108-N-IL330-1015 TASMAN SEA (Nov. 8, 2022) - Fire Controlman 1st Class Jayco Tisdale, from Washington, attaches a loader to a close-in weapon system (CIWS) aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Nov. 8, 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 16, 2022) - Retail Service Specialist 3rd Class Giovanni Palmerfinley, from Euclie, Ohio, conducts maintenance aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) while operating in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 16. Barry is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

A plane director stands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) during Fleet Ex 1-90. Subject Operation/Series: FLEET EX 1-90 Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

An Airman from the 5th Operations Support Squadron monitors flightline operations during exercise Prairie Vigilance at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, Sept. 17, 2022. Prairie Vigilance tests the 5th Bomb Wings ability to conduct strategic-bomber readiness operations.

DF-ST-87-07418. Subject Operation/Series: COPE THUNDER '86-1 Base: Clark Air Base State: Luzon Country: Philippines (PHL)

Retail Services Specialist 2nd Class Daeon Farrar, from Richmond, Virginia, assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) supply department, conducts administrative work in the ships laundry service facility, Oct. 19, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

DF-ST-86-11802. Base: Macdill Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220912-N-GF955-1111BALTIC SEA (Sept. 12, 2022) U.S. Navy Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Ignatius (DDG 117) fire M9 Beretta pistols during a small arms range on the flight deck, Sept. 12, 2022. Paul Ignatius is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

Military specialist monitors satellite data and integrates real time information, coordinates strategic missions. Supports decision making and national security in a sophisticated control center.

US Navy Aerographer's Mate Third Class David T. Griffin, Operations Department, takes a reading from the handheld Electric Psychrometer which determines the outdoor air temperature onboard the Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS JOHN C. STENNIS (CVN-74). The USS JOHN C. STENNIS is deployed in the Persian Gulf in support of the Southwest Asia build-up. (Officially released by COMFIFTHFLT Public Affairs). Base: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (Jan. 29, 2022) Aviation Machinists Mate 3rd Class Erik Aguilar, from Los Lunas, N.M., assigned to the "Raptors" of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 71, conducts maintenance on an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Aleksandr Freutel)

DN-ST-88-01839. Base: USS Ford (FFG 54)

220719-N-CY569-1014 PALMA DE MALLORCA, SPAIN (July 19, 2022) Quartermaster 2nd Class Trever Gilchrist, from Fulton County, Georgia, communicates through a sound-powered phone on the bridge of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during sea-and-anchor detail following a scheduled port visit to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, July 19, 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.

221205-N-IV962-1006PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 5, 2022) - Interior Communications Electrician 2nd Class Isiah Graham checks a sound power circuit during a fueling at sea aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), Dec. 5, 2022. Makin Island is capable of both receiving and providing fuel to other ships for humanitarian aid or to aid in the support of other military assets during a mission. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit 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.

Black army soldier in wheelchair is a war survivor and deals with shell shock, experiencing a bad case of PTSD and anxiety. Wounded trooper opening up about horror combat scenes. Camera A.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ronald Joseph, a musician with the 2nd Marine Division Band, performs at the II Marine Expeditionary Force and Marine Corps Installations East Joint Spring Reception on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 13, 2022. The reception was held to promote community relations and celebrate key leaders in the community for their support of service members across MCIEAST-MCB Camp Lejeune.

U.S. Navy Seaman Abdoul Abdourahamane, left, and Seaman Dereck Zeigler scan the horizon while serving aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7), while underway, May 27, 2022. The amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) is conducting routine operations within the U.S. 7th Fleet.

CAPT. Jeffries, an engineer with the 554th Civil Engineering Squadron RED HORSE (rapid engineer deployable, heavy operational repair squadron, engineer) designs a boathouse for the Marine Corps detachment on the island during Exercise Horsepower '92. Subject Operation/Series: HORSEPOWER '92 Base: Ie Jima State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

U.S. Army Paratroopers and International Paratroopers participate in the International Airborne Leapfest Competition in Exeter, Rhode Island, Aug. 1-10, 2022. Leapfest is the largest, longest-running, international static line parachute training event and competition hosted by the 56th Troop Command, Rhode Island Army National Guard to promote high level technical training and esprit de corps within the International Airborne community. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Officer Candidate Deirdre Salvas)

DF-ST-89-05052. Base: Langley Air Force Base State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

980620-F-1108F-005. Base: Mcchord Air Force Base State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

061201-N-7130B-357. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

221020-N-RQ159-1037 PHILIPPINE SEA (OCT 20, 2022) Retail Services Specialist Seaman Devin Wells, from Detroit, Michigan, cuts the hair of Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Shari Occeant, from Miami, in the Barber Shop aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), in the Philippine Sea, Oct. 20. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

970225-F-1798W-001. Complete Scene Caption: US Army Reserve Lieutenant Colonel James Brown, a Chaplain from the 2122nd Garrison Support Unit, Fort Meade, Maryland, takes a free moment to organize his thoughts before a Protestant service in Zagreb, Croatia during Operation JOINT GUARD. Chaplain Brown is part of a two-man team responsible for providing religious support to Stabilization Force (SFOR) members in Sarajevo, Mostar, and Banja Luka, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and Zagreb and Split, Croatia, as well as any other stops they can squeeze into their packed schedule. JOINT GUARD enforces the Dayton Peace Accords and with multi-national allies continues to monitor the militaries of the former warring factions and provides a climate of stability in the war-torn land of Bosnia-Herzegovina. Subject Operation/Series: JOINT GUARD Base: Zagrab Country: Croatia (HRV)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jamar Jackson, a KC-135 Startotanker aircraft boom operator assigned to the 91st Air Refueling Squadron tests new Aircrew Laser Eye Protection glasses in the boom pod of a KC-135 during a training mission over the coast of South Carolina, June 23, 2022. Jackson participated in a developmental test of the ALEP glasses conducted by the 46th Test and Evaluation Squadron from Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.

040916-M-2697B-011. Base: Mcas, Beaufort State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220623-N-WU964-1032 SANTA RITA, Guam (June 23, 2022) Quarter Master Seaman Vincent Patterson, from Jacksonville, Florida, stands lookout watch on vultures row as the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), pulls in to Naval Base Guam for a scheduled port visit. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

An aviation boatswain's mate wearing a sound-powered phone checks an instrument console in Pri-Fly, the primary control center during flight operations, aboard the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN 71). Base: USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71)

YOKOSUKA, Japan (June 16, 2022) - Damage Controlman 3rd Class Kevon Belle, from George Town, Guyana, a member of the damage control training team, directs members of the flying squad to the simulated fire casualty during a drill aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) June 16, 2022. The ships flying squad consists of the first responders for damage control casualties. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Coast Guard, MK3 Walter Prim, gives a tune-up to an Evinrude motor for the Zodiac F-470 watercraft carried by the island class patrol boat USCG MONHEGAN. PETTY officer Prim is assigned to USCG Naval Engineer Support Unit Miami and is presently working at the Maintenance Augmentation Team/Weapons Augmentation Team compound at Coast Guard Group II Trumbo Point Annex. U.S. Coast Guard, MK3 Walter Prim, gives a tune-up to an Evinrude motor for the Zodiac F-470 watercraft carried by the island class patrol boat USCG MONHEGAN. PETTY officer Prim is assigned to USCG Naval Engineer Support Unit Miami and is presently working at the Maintenance Augmentation Team/Weapons Augmentation Team .... Complete Scene Caption: U.S. Coast Guard, MK3 Walter Prim, gives a tune-up to an Evinrude motor for the Zodiac F-470 watercraft carried by the island class patrol boat USCG MONHEGAN. Petty officer Prim is assigned to USCG Naval Engineer Support Unit Miami and is presently working at the Maintenance Au

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Andre L. Wilson Jr., a transmissions system operator with Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, demonstrates Marine Corps Martial Arts Program techniques during Kids Warrior Day on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Kids Warrior Day is an event that gives the opportunity for military children to experience the service requirements their parents needed to pass in order to be U.S. Marines. The event featured a mock CFT, close-order drill, a toy gun rifle range, and Marine Corps Martial Arts Program techniques.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian Robinson, a firefighter with the 776th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron, plays music during a visit by the commanders of the 449 Air Expeditionary Group and the 435th Air Expeditionary Wing, Chabelley Airfield, Djibouti, April 23, 2022. The 435th Air Expeditionary Wing and its subordinate units provide secure, reliable, flexible power projection platforms by means of tactical airlift, base operations support, as well as battlefield and expeditionary Airmen capable of responding to humanitarian and contingency operations around the world in support of combatant commander objectives.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zaire Pitts, a 4th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, removes rocks and debris from a tire at the Auto Hobby Shop at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Jan. 23, 2023. The Auto Hobby Shop provides low-cost maintenance and repairs for service members.

Participants tour through Camp Lemonniers food storage warehouse during a Food Safety Course with the Djibouti Ministry of Agriculture at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Nov. 28, 2022. Participants received information on various topics ranging from food handling safety, storage, food reception, inspection and bacteriology. (Department of Defense photo by U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Destani K. Matheny)

220810-N-HS181-1026 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 10, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Equipment) Airman Stephen Agyekum, a native of Akrofufu, Ghana, dons firefighting gear during a damage control drill aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Aug. 10. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

221107-N-BR419-1175 PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 7, 2022) Culinary Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Wilson, from New York, loads supplies onto a vertical conveyer in the hangar bay of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier, USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), during a replenishment-at-sea with Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship, USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7), in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 7. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

PETTY Officer Perdue, helmsman for the nuclear-powered attack submarine USS ASHEVILLE (SSN-758), drives the sub during maneuvers on the surface off San Diego. Country: Pacific Ocean (POC)

A Marine drill instructor inspects the barrel of a recruit's M16A1 rifle during basic training at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot. Base: Usmc Recruit Depot,Parris Island State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Military sergeant targeting enemy vessels on a gps satellite world map, operating from army power base monitoring room. Officer studies defense tactics on a tablet, command center. Camera A.

Soldier behind fence on a street checkpoint in Srinagar

220506-N-CZ759-1078 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 6, 2022) - Aviation Support Equipment Technician 3rd Class Bonnte Griffin, from Tallahassee, Florida, conducts maintenance on a portable hydraulic power supply in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), May 6, 2022. Tripoli is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

041111-F-1740G-010. Base: Yokota Air Base Country: Japan (JPN)

Staff Sgt. Jordon Torres, 96th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Blue, prepares his aircraft during the squadrons weapons load competition Nov. 4 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The Blue (F-16) team battled the Red (F-15) team for weapons loadcrew supremacy during the quarterly competition. The Blue team claimed victory this quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)

220417-N-BP862-1007 IONIAN SEA (April 17, 2022) Information Systems Technician Seaman Daron Daniels, from Jacksonville, Florida, cuts meat for Easter dinner in ward room 3 of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), April 17, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

RIO DE JANEIRO (Sept. 19, 2022) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) bring the mast to the focsle to shift the colors during UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 19, 2022. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and the United States conducting operations in and off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The exercise trains forces to conduct joint maritime operations through the execution of anti-surface, anti-submarine, anti-air, amphibious and electronic warfare operations that enhance warfighting proficiency and increase interoperability among participating naval and marine forces.

DN-SC-90-04257. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69) Country: Mediterranean Sea (MED)

Therapist offering help to army soldier during psychotherapy session, suffering from bipolar disorder and shell shock due to war flashbacks. Distraught military personnel deals with PTSD. Camera A.

Raising of banners at Department of Interior South Building ceremony marking adoption by Department employees of the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division and the 10th Mountain Division as wartime focal points for volunteer activities on behalf of military families

Gunner's Mate 1st Class Dechaun Dobson, from Philadelphia, assigned to USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) weapons department, grades a target during a 9mm pistol sustainment qualification, April 15, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting carrier qualifications and strike group integration as part of the ships tailored basic phase prior to operational deployment.

221010-N-KU796-1061 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 10, 2022) U.S. Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic 1st Class Lester Molina, from San Diego, restows plastic chains after conducting aircraft maintenance in the hangar bay aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz Strike Group is underway preparing for an upcoming deployment.

Senior Airman Asha McMakin, a combat photographer assigned to the 1st Combat Camera Squadron. Deployed with Army Civil Affairs team, editing her imagery, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

SSGT Ernest Ray Todd talks on the phone as he performs height accuracy tests on a computer during Exercise Copper Flag. Subject Operation/Series: COPPER FLAG Base: Tyndall Air Force Base State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221021-N-IX644-1066 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 21, 2022) Aviation Boatswains Mate (Equipment) 1st Class Julian Lynn, from Atlanta, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), records temperatures in the heat stress logbook, Oct. 21, 2022. The George H.W. Bush 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.

LOS ANGELES (May 29, 2022) Damage Controlman 1st Class Shelly Matlock discusses damage control equipment during a ship tour aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 29, 2022. Los Angeles Fleet Week is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America's sea services. During Fleet Week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of Los Angeles and its surrounding areas.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Akeia Williams, 555th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member from the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, locks in a missile onto a F-16C Fighting Falcon during training for Cobra Warrior 2022 at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, Sep. 9, 2022. The 31st FW are participating in the Royal Air Force exercise, along with other NATO Allied and Partner air forces. These missions enhance the readiness necessary to respond to any potential challenge in the region.

061201-N-8907D-005. Base: USS Dwight D Eisenhower (CVN 69)

110405-N-DR144-253ARABIAN GULF (April 5, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman 3rd Class Rashad Jackson, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 25, loads ordnance onto an F/A-18C Hornet aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are conducting maritime security operations and close-air support missions in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

US Navy ENSIGN Ezra Ward, a flight deck officer onboard the Nimitz Class Aircraft Carrier, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73), works in flight deck control prior to a mass-casualty drill on the flight deck while underway in the Persian Gulf. The ship is in the Gulf as part of an Southwest Asia build-up of forces in reaction to Iraq's refusal of U.N. sponsored weapons inspections. Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73)

African American military soldier in therapy for PTSD syndrome, facing memories and trauma from the war battles. Distressed army trooper sharing his feelings, mental health care and support.

Marines receive inoculations from a corpsman aboard the amphibious assault ship USS NASSAU (LHA-4). Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC)

DF-ST-87-09677. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM SPIRIT Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

PHILIPPINE SEA (Sep. 19, 2022) Yeoman 2nd Class Joe Humphreys, from Woodbridge, Virginia, publishes the plan of the day at his desk in the personnel office aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Benfold (DDG 65), Sep. 19. Benfold is assigned to Commander, Task Force (CTF) 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

Arms crossed, portrait and black man with a paintball gun for fitness, training or a game. Exercise, focus and serious African player with a rifle for action, military work and outdoor competition

DN-ST-88-01840. Base: USS Ford (FFG 54)

220126-N-GF955-1005COLON, Panama - (Jan. 26, 2022) -- Chief Operations Specialist Demarco Blakely, assigned to the Freedom-variant littoral combat ship USS Billings (LCS 15), stands force net supervisor watch as the ship arrives in Colon, Panama, Jan. 26, 2022. Billings is deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet area of operations to support Joint Interagency Task Force Souths mission, which includes counter-illicit drug trafficking missions in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Aaron Lau/Released)

010331-N-3483C-002. Base: Uss Kitty Hawk (CV 63) Country: South China Sea

220531-N-CJ603-1049VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. - (May 31, 2022) Operations Specialist Seaman Keanalei Orale, assigned to the Harpers Ferry-class dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50), relays communications on the bridge as the ship departs Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek, Va., May 31, 2022. Carter Hall is currently underway conducting routine operations.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (May 16, 2022) Legalman 1st Class Ayanna Higgins, pins Senior Chief Yeoman Jason Martin during a pinning ceremony onboard Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). For 75 years, CFAY has provided, maintained, and operated base facilities and services in support of the U.S. 7th Fleet's forward-deployed naval forces, tenant commands, and thousands of military and civilian personnel and their families.

Sergeant Major of the Army, Gene McKinny, inspects the rooms of soldiers assigned to the LEN 46 Signal Site inside the Allied Command Europe Rapid Reaction Corps compound, located in the Sarajevo suburb of Ilidza, Bosnia. Subject Operation/Series: Joint Endeavor Base: Sarajevo Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH)

U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Nov. 7, 2012) Sailors participate in a barricade drill on the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, theater security cooperation efforts and support missions as part of Operation Enduring Freedom.

220911-N-XN177-1029 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 11, 2022) - Electricians Mate Fireman Amari White, from Dallas, replaces a filter for a washer and dryer in self-serve laundry aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 11, 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.

PHILIPPINE SEA (June 1, 2022) Operations Specialist Seaman Gavin Tyler (left), from Nashville, Tennessee, and Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 3rd Class Denzel Hood (right), from Amherst, New Jersey, practice weapon retention maneuvers during a Security Reaction Force Basic Course (SRF-B) aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Dewey is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleets principal surface force.

220705-N-TO573-1062 ADRIATIC SEA (July 5, 2022) Lt. Cmdr. Maguel Brooks, from Quitman, Mississippi, overlooks the quality assurance ouija board in the flight control room aboard USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), July 5, 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.

Oregon National Guard Members of the 102nd Weapons of Mass Destruction - Civil Support Team, and other security staff of the Joint Hazard Assessment Team (JHAT) prepare for shift changes during the World Track and Field Championships, at the University of Oregons Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore., July 21, 2022. The JHAT regularly patrolled the grounds to conduct sweeps and evaluate any potential threats in order to help ensure the safety of the participants and observers at the Championships. The World Championships were held July 15-24, 2022 and was the first time the event has been held in the United States. (National Guard photo by John Hughel, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs)

030128-A-9066M-007. Base: Fort Gordon State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220910-N-EJ843-1014 BALTIC SEA (Sep. 10, 2022) U.S. Navy Operations Specialist 2nd Class John Smotherson, assigned to Amphibious Squadron SIX, works in the combat information center aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Sep. 10, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, 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.

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