Photos from May, 2010

MARGRATEN, Netherlands — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, salutes Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands and Erik K. Shinseki, U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs, before laying a wreath at the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial in Margraten, Netherlands, May 30. Harris is one of several dignitaries from the Netherlands and the United States invited to participate in the Memorial Day ceremony to honor the American soldiers who died in battles such as Arnhem and Operation Market Garden during World War II.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MARGRATEN, Netherlands - The Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial in Margraten, Netherlands, was established as a battlefield cemetery on Nov. 10, 1944 by the Ninth United States Army. The cemetery inters 8,302 American soldiers who gave their lives in the airborne and ground operations to liberate eastern Holland during the advances into Germany over the Roer and across the Rhine, and in air operations over the region.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROME,Italy — Navy Adm. Mark P. Fitzgerald, Commander, Naval Forces Europe-Africa, gives a speech during the Memorial Day ceremony at the Sicily-Rome American Cemetery and Memorial in Rome May 31. Fitzgerald is at the cemetery to pay tribute to the American service members who gave their lives in the liberation of Italy during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Stephen Oleksiak) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DRAGUIGNAN, France — Navy Rear Adm. John M. Richardson, chief of staff, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, renders a salute at the Rhone American Cemetery And Memorial during the Memorial Day Ceremonies in Draguignan, France May 31. Richardson is at the cemetery to honor the 861 interred American service members who lost their lives during the liberation of France in 1944. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class (EXW/AW) Terry Vick) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DRAGUIGNAN, France — Navy Rear Adm. John M. Richardson, chief of staff, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, greets several American service veterans and ceremony participants during the Memorial Day ceremonies at the Rhone American Cemetery and Memorial in Draguignan, France May 31. Richardson is at the cemetery to honor the 861 interred American service members who lost their lives during the liberation of France in 1944. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class (EXW/AW) Terry Vick) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MARGRATEN, Netherlands — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, addresses a crowd of more than 5,000 people during the Memorial Day ceremony at the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial in Margraten, Netherlands, May 30. Harris is one of several dignitaries from the Netherlands and the United States invited to participate in the ceremony to honor the American soldiers who died in battles such as Arnhem and Operation Market Garden during World War II.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SAINT-AVOLD, France — Navy Rear Adm. Gerard P. Hueber, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Director for Policy, Resources and Strategy, stands at a grave of an American soldier during the Memorial Day ceremony at Lorraine American Cemetery May 30. Lorraine American Cemetery is the sight of 10,489 deceased American service members who died fighting Nazi Germany during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MARGRATEN, Netherlands - Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, speaks with Fay Hartog Levin, U.S. ambassador to the Netherlands, before the Memorial Day ceremony at the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial in Margraten, Netherlands, May 30. Harris and Levin are two of several dignitaries from the Netherlands and the United States invited to participate in the ceremony to honor the American soldiers who died in battles such as Arnhem and Operation Market Garden during World War II.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MARGRATEN, Netherlands - Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, speaks with Army Maj. Gen. Byron Bagby, Chief of Staff, U.S. Army Europe and Seventh Army, before the Memorial Day ceremony at the Netherlands American Cemetery and Memorial in Margraten, Netherlands, May 30. Harris and Bagby are two of several dignitaries from the Netherlands and the United States invited to participate in the ceremony to honor the American soldiers who died in battles such as Arnhem and Operation Market Garden during World War II.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SAINT-AVOLD, France — Veterans and active duty service members bow their heads in prayer during the Memorial Day ceremony at Lorraine American Cemetery May 30. Lorraine American Cemetery is the sight of 10,489 deceased American service members who died fighting Nazi Germany during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SAINT-AVOLD, France — Navy Rear Adm. Gerard P. Hueber, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Director for Policy, Resources and Strategy, gives a speech during the Memorial Day ceremony at Lorraine American Cemetery May 30. Lorraine American Cemetery is the sight of 10,489 deceased American service members who died fighting Nazi Germany during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SAINT-AVOLD, France — French volunteers dressed in World War II-era uniforms stand in formation during the Memorial Day ceremony at Lorraine American Cemetery in Saint-Avold, France May 30. Lorraine American Cemetery is the sight of 10,489 deceased American service members who died fighting Nazi Germany during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Soldiers gather to participate in or watch a Memorial Day weekend Morale Welfare and Recreation duck-calling contest at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, on May 30. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Yoshauna Gunn) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NORMANDY, France — A U.S. European Command joint color guard stands at attention during a memorial day ceremony in France May 30. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SAINT-AVOLD, France — Navy Rear Adm. Gerard P. Hueber, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Director for Policy, Resources and Strategy, salutes a wreath he placed to honor the veterans of World War II during the Memorial Day ceremony at Lorraine American Cemetery May 30. Lorraine American Cemetery is the sight of 10,489 deceased American service members who died fighting Nazi Germany. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SAINT-AVOLD, France — Two F-15E aircrafts from the U.S. Air Force 494th Fighter Squadron, 48th Fighter Wing, execute a flyover during the Memorial Day ceremony at Lorraine American Cemetery May 30. Lorraine American Cemetery is the sight of 10,489 deceased American service members who died fighting Nazi Germany during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
WAREGEM, Belgium — A wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers is displayed as the color guard from Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) stands at attention during the 2010 Memorial Day ceremonies at the Flanderssâ?s Field American Cemetery and Memorial May 30. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
WAREGEM, Belgium — Soldiers from the ceremonial detail from the United States Delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) place a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers as Boy Scouts are encouraged to lay their hands on the wreath during the 2010 Memorial Day ceremonies at the Flanderssâ?s Field American Cemetery and Memorial May 30. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
WAREGEM, Belgium — The honor guard commander from Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) stands at parade rest during the 2010 Memorial Day ceremonies at the Flanderssâ?s Field American Cemetery and Memorial May 30. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
WAREGEM, Belgium — Soldiers from the ceremonial detail from the United States Delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and cadets from an Air Force Junior Reserves Officers Training Corps salute a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Flanderssâ?s Field American Cemetery and Memorial May 30. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
WAREGEM, Belgium — Soldiers from the ceremonial detail from the United States Delegation to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) lay a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Flanderssâ?s Field American Cemetery and Memorial May 30. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. AVOLD, France — A Joint Color Guard carries the flags at a memorial day ceremony at a French cemetery May 30. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — (Left to right) Army Spc. Nicolas Salvaggio, of Devils Lake, N.D., Army Sgt. Dale Clemens of Noonan, N.D., and Army Spc. Dustin Devillers, of Fargo N.D., come back onto the stage to claim their first, second and third place prizes, respectively, after a Memorial Day weekend Morale Welfare and Recreation duck-calling contest at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, on May 30. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Yoshauna Gunn) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Spc. Nicolas Salvaggio, Devils Lake, N.D., shows off his duck-calling skills on stage at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, for a Memorial Day weekend Morale, Welfare and Recreation duck-calling contest May 30. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Yoshauna Gunn) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — (Left to right) Army Staff Sgt. Eric Anton, of Bismarck, N.D., Army Spc. Leigh Clarke, of Mandan, N.D., and Army Col. David Thiele, of Bismarck, N.D., judge a Memorial Day weekend Morale Welfare and Recreation duck-calling contest at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, on May 30. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Yoshauna Gunn) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. AVOLD, France — A Joint Color Guard carries the flags at a memorial day ceremony at a French cemetery May 30. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kristopher Regan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NORMANDY, France — A U.S. European Command joint color guard marches in a Memorial Day 2010 ceremony in France May 30. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NORMANDY, France — A joint U.S. European Command color guard marches in a Memorial Day 2010 ceremony in Normandy, France May 30. (Department of Defense) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo ~~ Army Command Sgt. Maj. Erik Brakeman, Multinational Battle Group East aviation team captain, kisses the trophy that he and his team won for taking first place in the Commander's Cup shooting competition held at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, over Memorial Day weekend May 30. Brakeman and the members of his team, (left to right) Army Sgt. Jeremy Lowe, Spc. Matthew Bodiford and Army Sgt. Craig Barker, stand with Army Brig. Gen. Al Dohrmann, commanding general, Multinational Battle Group East, and Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jack Cripe, senior enlisted soldier for Multinational Battle Group East, while receiving the trophy during the Commander's Cup final ceremony. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Sgt. Joshua Gerving (front), along with his team, Army Staff Sgt. Kelly Mathisen, Army Staff Sgt. Joel Oneil and Army Staff Sgt. Randy Carlson, fires the Greek pistol, a M1911, single-action, semi-automatic .45 handgun, during the Commander's Cup shooting competition held at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 30. All are members of Bravo Company, Multinational Battle Group East, Team 2, which took second place in the competition. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — A soldier from the Ukraine contingent, Multinational Battle Group East, catches the shell casing fired by a Soldier from the Greek contingent of Multinational Battle Group East, from the Ukraine Pistolet Makarovo 9mm semi-automatic pistol during the Commander's Cup shooting competition held at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 30. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Sgt. Kenneth Schaub, 141st Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, Multinational Battle Group East, fires the Greek rifle,a G3A3, 7.62mm battle rifle, while being coached by a soldier from the Greek contingent, Multinational Battle Group East, during the Commander's Cup shooting competition held at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, over Memorial Day weekend May 30. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — Navy Yeoman 3rd Class Lindie Brewer stands at parade rest with the rest of the multinational joint service ceremonial detail during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — The color guard from Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) stands at attention during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium ~~ An older gentleman talks to his grandson as they lay a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers at the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — The United States Ambassador to Belgium, Howard Gutman, stands as Marines place a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers on its stand during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — Army soldiers from the United States Army Garrison, Brussels, carry a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers for placement at the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — A Belgian Princess pays her respects after she has laid a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers at the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
BELLEAU, France — A Marine walks through the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery following a Memorial Day service commemorating the 93rd anniversary of the Battle of Belleau Wood May 29. This year's ceremony marks the first time in 93 years that the Marines of the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments have returned to the battlefield together to honor their fallen comrades. More than 1,800 Marines from the 5th and 6th Regiments lost their lives in the 21-day battle that stopped the last German offensive in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rocco DeFilippis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — A single flower is left across a name on a monument dedicated to those missing in action, placed during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PLOMBIIIRES, Belgium — The color guard from Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) salutes during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Henri-Chapel American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PLOMBIIIRES, Belgium — An Air Force technical sergeant salutes as a wreath dedicated to fallen WWII American soldiers is laid during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Henri-Chapel American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — The grave of Medal of Honor Recipient 1st Lt. Andrew Loog stands decorated during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NEUPRRR, Belgium — A crowd listens to a guest speaker during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Ardennes American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PLOMBIIIRES, Belgium — A United States Army Chaplain gives the benediction during a 2010 Memorial Day Ceremony at the Henri-Chapel American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PLOMBIIIRES, Belgium — A crowd listens to a guest speaker during the 2010 Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Henri-Chapel American Cemetery and Memorial May 29. (U.S. Department of Defense photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph R. Vincent) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Belleau, France — Members of the 5th Marine Regiment listen May 29 to a tour guide describe the wheat field crossing during the attack on Hill 142 where in June 1918, the Marines of the 5th Regiment took heavy losses to German machine guns. The Marines of both the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments returned to Belleau Wood after 93 years to commemorate the battle their units fought in 93 years ago. During their trip, they conducted a walkthrough study of the attack and walked in the footsteps of their predecessors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rocco DeFilippis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
BELLEAU, France — Machinegunners with Weapons Company, 3rd battalion, 5th Marines, Marine Sgt. Dayton McConnell (right), of Modesto, Calif., and Marine Cpl. Jordan Kinal, of Columbia Station, Ohio, stand atop Hill 142 May 29, the spot of intense fighting during the Battle of Belleau Wood. The Marines of both the 5th and 6th Marine Regiments returned to Belleau Wood after 93 years to commemorate the battle their units fought in 93 years ago. During their trip, they conducted a walkthrough study of the attack and walked in the footsteps of their predecessors. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Rocco DeFilippis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
POMPEI, Italy — Navy Capt. Robert Rabuse, commanding officer of Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, from New York City, listens to speeches, while images of the September 11 terrorist attack play on the screen during an unveiling ceremony in Pompei, Italy May 28. During the ceremony, a September 11 memorial was unveiled in which a steel beam from the World Trade Center was used to symbolize the partnership and solidarity between the U.S. and Italy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Parker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VITI/VITINA, Kosovo — Assisted by translator Mentor Gjelaj, Army Maj. William Montgomery, of Saratoga Springs, N.Y., takes a group of medical professionals step-by-step through closing an open fracture wound during a Regional Grand Rounds event in Viti/Vitina, Kosovo, May 27. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP MONTEITH, Kosovo — Army Staff Sgt. Ciciley R. Littlewolf, of Wahpeton, N.D., watches as Army Spc. John D. Kotaska, of Grand Forks, N.D., inserts a nasopharyngeal airway (NPA) during an exercise at Camp Monteith, Kosovo May 27. Army Sgt Chris J. Coombs, of Moorhead, Minn., was deemed a simulated casualty, with a chest wound, that the medics and combat lifesavers inserted an NPA and was given an IV to simulate real-life scenarios. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP MONTEITH, Kosovo — Turkish soldiers repel assaults from simulated rioters from the Portuguese army during an exercise at Camp Monteith, Kosovo, May 27. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland — Polanddâ?s Minister of Defense, Bogdan Kilch, pauses during his remarks at a ceremony commemorating the first training rotation between U.S. and Polish Forces on the U.S. Patriot Missile system, May 26. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. (Photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland — U.S. Army Europeeâ?s Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, stand next to their counterparts from the Polish Armed Forces in formation at a ceremony commemorating the first training rotation between U.S. and Polish Forces on the U.S. Patriot Missile system, May 26. The American and Polish flags were flown together at the ceremony, and beyond the formation of Soldiers the launching station of the Patriot missile system can be seen. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Pol Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland — The U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Poland, Lee Feinstein, pauses during his remarks at a ceremony commemorating the first training rotation between U.S. and Polish Forces on the U.S. Patriot Missile system, May 26. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland — U.S. Army Europeeâ?s Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion, 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, stand next to their counterparts from the Polish Armed Forces in formation at a ceremony commemorating the first training rotation between U.S. and Polish Forces on the U.S. Patriot Missile system, May 26. The American and Polish flags were flown together at the ceremony, and beyond the formation of soldiers the launching station of the Patriot missile system can be seen. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Po Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland — U.S. Army Europeeâ?s Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion, 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, stand next to their counterparts from the Polish Armed Forces in formation at a ceremony commemorating the first training rotation between U.S. and Polish Forces on the U.S. Patriot Missile system, May 26. The American and Polish flags were flown together at the ceremony, and beyond the formation of Soldiers the launching station of the Patriot missile system can be seen. ------ Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VENTSPILS, Latvia — Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 7 Seabees (L), U.S. Ambassador Judith Garber (C-L), Capt. Guntars Vilguts, commanding officer of the 46th Latvian army national guard (C-R), and Ventspils firefighters (R) (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VENTSPILS, Latvia — Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 7 Seabees (L), U.S. Ambassador Judith Garbern (C-L), Capt. Latvian army Guntras Vilguts, commanding officer of the 46th Latvian army national guard (C-R), and Ventspils firefighters cut a ribbion opening a new fire tower trainer May 26. (Department of Defense photo by Lt. Cmdr. Duc Nguyen) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HOHENFELS, Germany — Army Lt. Col. John Dunleavy, senior trainer of Vampire Observer Controller Training Team at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, discusses training procedures and practices with members of a Ukrainian military delegation on May 26. Six members of the Ukrainian landforces toured JMRC training facilities looking for ideas that will help them continue to develop their own country training center. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone Walker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HOHENFELS, Germany — Army Lt. Col. John Dunleavy, senior trainer of Vampire Observer Controller Training Team at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, discusses training procedures and practices with members of a Ukrainian military delegation on May 26. Six members of the Ukrainian landforces toured JMRC training facilities looking for ideas that will help them continue to develop their own country training center. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone Walker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland -- Soldiers from Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, U.S. Army Europe, gather around for a safety briefing shortly before beginning railhead unloading operations here May 24. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. The official opening of the training hosted by Polish officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland and USAREUR is scheduled for May 26 in Morag. (U.S. Army Europe photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland -- A Soldier from Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, U.S. Army Europe, acts as a ground guide to the vehicle coming off of a rail car during railhead unloading operations here May 24. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. The official opening of the training hosted by Polish officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland and USAREUR is scheduled for May 26 in Morag. (U.S. Army Europe photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland -- Sgt. Armando Madrigal, operations noncommissioned officer in charge with Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion, 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, U.S. Army Europe, conducts a series of ground guiding hand signals to help drivers safely unload equipment from the railhead in Morag, Poland, May 24. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. The official opening of the training hosted by Polish officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland and USAREUR is scheduled for May 26 in Morag. (U.S. Army Europe photo by Sgt Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland -- A member of Moraggâ?s local TV station along with a group of other people from Morag watch as Soldiers from Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, U.S. Army Europe, conduct railhead unloading operations here, May 24. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. The official opening of the training hosted by Polish officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland and USAREUR is scheduled for May 26 in Morag. (U.S. Army Europe photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr, Commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, addresses attendees from the U.S. Naval War College during the second day of the Combined Forces Maritime Component Commander (CFMCC) course, May 25. CFMCC is a week long course that is designed to improve the effectiveness of senior leaders (Flag and General Officers) who routinely function together at the operational level of command and control. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (AW) William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS ELROD, Mediterranean Sea — Boaters agree to a consensual boarding of their ridged-hull inflatable boat by a visit, board, search and seizure team from the guided-missile frigate USS Elrod (FFG 55) to verify the vessel's registration and country of origin May 25. The three boaters were suspected of smuggling drugs when Elrod encountered them in international waters off the coast of Morocco in the western Mediterranean Sea while conducting routine operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS ELROD, Mediterranean Sea — Boaters agree to a consensual boarding of their ridged-hull inflatable boat by a visit, board, search and seizure team from the guided-missile frigate USS Elrod (FFG 55) to verify the vessel's registration and country of origin May 25. The three boaters were suspected of smuggling drugs when Elrod encountered them in international waters off the coast of Morocco in the western Mediterranean Sea while conducting routine operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy — Navy Adm. James G. Stavridis, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe, Commander, United States European Command, addresses attendees from the U.S. Naval War College at the start of a Combined Forces Maritime Component Commander (CFMCC) course, May 24. CFMCC is a week long course that is designed to improve the effectiveness of senior leaders (Flag and General Officers) who routinely function together at the operational level of command and control. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Stephen Oleksiak) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy — Navy Adm. Mark Fitzgerald, Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, addresses attendees from the U.S. Naval War College at the start of a Combined Forces Maritime Component Commander (CFMCC) course, May 24. CFMCC is a week long course that is designed to improve the effectiveness of senior leaders (Flag and General Officers) who routinely function together at the operational level of command and control.(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Stephen Oleksiak) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS GUNSTON HALL, Mediterraneab Sea ~~ Doctors and nurses from the Moroccan navy observe Special Operations Combat Medic Staff Sgt. Adam Bagley demonstrate emergency trauma bandaging techniques on Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Patrick J. Richards aboard USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44) during exercise Phoenix Express 2010 (PE10) May 24. PE-10 is a two-week exercise designed to strengthen maritime partnerships and enhance stability in the region through increased interoperability and cooperation among partners from Africa, Europe, and United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Felicito Rustique) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
LEPOSAVIC, Kosovo — Hungarian and US soldiers salute during a hand over take over ceremony May 24. The Hungarian soldiers took command and responsiblities over from Multinational Battle Groupe East's Bravo Company. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Leah Stoner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
LEPOSAVIC, Kosovo — Army Sgt. Daniel L. Hillerson, of Fargo, N.D., Army Spc. James M. Heinle, of Fargo, N.D., Army Spc. Jonathan F. Parnell, of Grand Forks, N.D., and Army Spc. Richard Coughlin, of Stanley, N.D., lower the U.S. flag during a hand over take over ceremony symbolizing change of command at Camp Nothing Hill May 24. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Leah Stoner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland ~~ A truck carrying the launching station of the Patriot Missile system slowly drives off of a rail car during railhead unloading operations, May 24. Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. The official opening of the training hosted by Polish officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland and USAREUR is scheduled for May 26 in Morag. (U.S. Army Europe photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MORAG, Poland — A view from above of the railhead unloading operations conducted, May 24, by soldiers of Alpha Battery, 5th Battalion, 7th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, U.S. Army Europe, Although no actual missiles were shipped, this is the first time a U.S. missile system has come to Poland for a new training program intended to familiarize Polish armed forces on the Patriot Missile system. The training is designed to provide mutual benefits for improving Polish defense capabilities while developing U.S. patriot crew members and batteries. This type of mutual training helps to expand U.S. and Poland air and missile defense cooperation while strengthening the partnership between the U.S. and Poland. The official opening of the training hosted by Polish officials, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland and USAREUR is scheduled for May 26 in Morag. (U.S. Army Europe photo by Sgt. Daniel J. Nichols) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Gen. Craig McKinley, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, and Army Maj. Gen. David Sprynczynatyk, the Adjutant General of North Dakota, greet soldiers at Camp Bondsteellâ?s (Kosovo) dining facility May 23. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Michael Hagburg) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Brig Gen. Al Dohrmann, commander of Multinational Battle Group East, speaks to a town hall meeting audience May 23 at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, while Army Gen. Craig McKinley, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, and Army Maj. Gen. David Sprynczynatyk, stand by. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Chaplain (Capt.) Timothy J. Meier poses a question to Gen. Craig McKinley, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, at a Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, town hall meeting May 23. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
LOURDES, France — 3rd Air Force Commander Air Force Lt. Gen. Frank Gorenc participates in a candlelight procession at the 52nd annual International Military Pilgrimage May 21-23. Gorenc was the senior U.S. Air Force representative at the three-day event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chief Master Sgt. John Tway) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece — Navy Capt. Thomas J. McDonough, commanding officer of U.S. Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, renders a salute after laying a wreath at the Allied War Cemetery of Souda during a ceremony commemorating the 69th anniversary of the Battle of Crete May 22. (U.S. Navy photo by Paul Farley) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
LCU 1660, Mediterraean Sea — Spanish marines from the Descubierta-class corvette SPS Infanta Elena (P 76) depart U.S. Navy Landing Craft Utility (LCU) 1660 in the Mediterranean Sea during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) drill as part of Exercise Phoenix Express 2010 May 21. PE-10 aims to improve maritime safety and security in the Mediterranean Sea through increased interoperability and cooperation among regional partners from Africa, Europe and the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Hulle) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPS Infanta Elena, Mediterranean Sea — Spanish marines depart the Spanish navy Descubierta-class corvette SPS Infanta Elena (P 76) during a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) drill in the Mediterranean Sea during Phoenix Express 2010 (PE-10) May 21. PE-10 aims to improve maritime safety and security in the Mediterranean Sea through increased interoperability and cooperation among regional partners from Africa, Europe and the United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Hulle) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece — Members from the Armed Forces of Malta and the Spanish Marines prepare for a fast rope training during exercise Phoenix Express 2010 (PE10) May 20. PE10 is a two-week exercise designed to strengthen maritime partnerships and enhance stability in the region through increased interoperability and cooperation among partners from Africa, Europe, and United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (AW) Jimmy C. Pan) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy — Mr. Fabrizio La Marca, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, shows Italian air force firefighters from Rivolto Airport the locations of safety pins on an F-16 Fighting Falcon May 10 as part of an annual F-16 emergency response action training May 18. In case of an in-flight emergency and Aviano pilots need to land at the Rivolto airport, the firefighters there must respond to the incident properly to ensure the safety of everyone involved. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Tabitha M. Mans) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece — Sailors from the Croation coast guard perform a tactical sweep aboard the Greek training ship Aris (A-74) during exercise Phoenix Express 2010(PE10)May 18. PE10 is a two-week exercise designed to strengthen maritime partnerships and enhance stability in the region through increased interoperability and cooperation among partners from Africa,Europe, and United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Felicito Rustique) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy — Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Penwell, 31st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, shows Aviano and Italian air force firefighters how to operate the seatbelt in an F-16 Fighting Falcon May 10 as part of an annual F-16 emergency response action training May 18. The Aviano community can rest assured in knowing that the firefighters at Rivolto Airport are properly trained on the correct procedures to save the lives of our pilots and aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Tabitha M. Mans) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ZVOLEN, Slovakia — Army Command Sgt. Maj. Elwood J. Graham, right, the command sergeant major of the 7th Warrior Training Brigade based out of Grafenwoehr, Germany, discusses the roles of non-commissioned officers with the Slovak army Command Sgt. Maj. Richard Fabricius of the Slovak Armed Forces during a military-to-military event between Slovak and U.S. military NCOs in Zvolen, Slovakia May 18. Topics discussed ranged from noncommissioned officer evaluation reports to ideas on how to keep servicemembers safe in Afghanistan during an upcoming deployment of more Slovak troops in 2011. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Glenn M. Anderson) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece — Croatian coast guardsman Lt. j.g. Stepan Gilyevic (right) and Seaman Marin Marinovic (left) perform a tactical sweep aboard the Greek training ship Aris (A-74) during exercise Phoenix Express 2010 (PE10) May 18. PE10 is a two-week exercise designed to strengthen maritime partnerships and enhance stability in the region through increased interoperability and cooperation among partners from Africa, Europe, and United States. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Felicito Rustique) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Air Force Staff Sgt. Terri Kaas, 86th Airlift Wing public affairs broadcaster, interviews Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Gary Marsh, 86th Munitions Squadron materiel flight chief, about TURBOCADS 2010, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 18. The 86th MUNS prepared a shipment of numerous international shipping containers as part of an exercise called Turbo Containerized Ammunition Distribution System, or TURBOCADS 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pierce) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Members of the 86th Munitions Squadron load cargo trailers with munitions, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 18. The 86th MUNS prepared a shipment of numerous international shipping containers as part of an exercise called Turbo Containerized Ammunition Distribution System, or TURBOCADS 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pierce) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Members of the 86th Munitions Squadron load cargo trailers with munitions, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 18. The 86th MUNS prepared a shipment of numerous international shipping containers as part of an exercise called Turbo Containerized Ammunition Distribution System, or TURBOCADS 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pierce) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Air Force Staff Sgt. James Wylie, 86th Munitions Squadron storage crew chief, guides in a forklift operator carrying munitions to a cargo trailer, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 18. The 86th MUNS prepared a shipment of numerous international shipping containers as part of an exercise called Turbo Containerized Ammunition Distribution System, or TURBOCADS 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pierce) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VENTSPILS, Latvia — Navy Equipment Operator 3rd Class Zachary Bunter, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7, delivers sand to backfill a dune as Seabees adjust a wooden facade along a concrete retaining wall May 18. NMCB-7 and its detachments are deployed to various locations throughout the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VENTSPILS, Latvia (May 18, 2010) Builder 3rd Class Justin O'Donnell, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7, guides Equipment Operator 3rd Class Zachary Bunter as he operates a caterpillar 924G bucket loader to stage timber for wall forms in Ventspils, Latvia, supporting Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2010 May 18. NMCB-7 and its detachments are deployed to various locations throughout the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
An E3 Airborne Warning and Control System plane in flight May 17. The E-3As operational altitude is above 30,000ft. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MIHAIL KOGALNICEANU AIRFIELD, Romania- Marine Lt. Col Tom Gordon, the commander of the Security Cooperation Marine Air-Ground Task Force deployed for Black Sea Rotational Force 2010, addresses attendees of the opening ceremony, May 17. â?Our mission over the next three months will be to conduct multilateral security cooperation activities with partner nations in the Black Sea, Balkan, and Caucasus regions in order to enhance our collective professional military capacity, promote regional stability, and build enduring relationships with our partner nations,,â? said Gordon at the ceremony. (U.S. Marine Corp photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Flurry) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP NOTHING HILL, Kosovo — Army Chaplain (Maj.) Maury D. Millican, of Bismarck, N.D. leads a prayer with Army Sgt. Ashley N. Timian, of Fargo, N.D., and Army Sgt. Chris J. Coombs, of Moorhead, Minn., during their guard duty shift at Camp Nothing Hill May 17. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — The NATO Kosovo Force Island Dancers perform at Camp Bondsteel's Asian Pacific Heritage Month celebration May 15. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Chris Erickson) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Brig. Gen. Al Dohrmann, Bismarck, N.D., commanding general of Multinational Battle Group East, speaks about the vital role Americans of Asian Pacific heritage played in shaping the nation during Camp Bondsteel's Asian Pacific Heritage Month celebration May 15. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Chris Erickson) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Hohenfels, Germany — Croatian and Minnesota National Guard soldiers prepare to clear a room during an Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team training exercise at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center May 14. The U.S. and multinational troops will deploy together to Afghanistan as part of the NATO International Security Assistance Force. The OMLT will help with the ISAF mission of assisting the Government of Afghanistan in establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment. (U.S. Army photo by SFC Tyrone Walker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROTA, Spain — Navy Builder 3rd Class Michael Vendevender, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7, uses a magnesium float to smooth concrete at a sidewalk project at Naval Station Rota May 14. NMCB-7 and its detachments are deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility to provide construction and engineering support. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Yan Kennon) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROTA, Spain — A Seabee assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7 uses an edger to smooth concrete edges during a sidewalk project at Naval Station Rota May 14. NMCB-7 and its detachments are deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility to provide construction and engineering support. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Yan Kennon) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROTA, Spain — Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7 use a screed board to smooth and remove excess concrete at a sidewalk project at Naval Station Rota May 14. NMCB-7 and its detachments are deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility to provide construction and engineering support. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Yan Kennon) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Hungarian army Sgt. Major Laszlo Pasztercsak instructs U.S. Army Sgt. Mika Putz, of Bismarck, N.D., in the use of the AK63D rifle during a multinational marksmanship event at Camp Bondsteel May 14. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Pfc. Gordon Machipiness, Belcourt, N.D., helps a Hungarian soldier inspect a target during a multinational marksmanship event at Camp Bondsteel May 14. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — A soldier from the 753rd Ordnance Company Explosive Ordinance Disposal of West Virginia, demonstrates the proper use of a U.S. M16A2 rifle prior to a multinational marksmanship event at Camp Bondsteel May 14. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jill Fischer) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Hohenfels, Germany — Croatian and Minnesota National Guard soldiers prepare to clear a room during an Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team training exercise at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center May 14. The U.S. and multinational troops will deploy together to Afghanistan as part of the NATO International Security Assistance Force. The OMLT will help with the ISAF mission of assisting the Government of Afghanistan in establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment. (U.S. Army photo by SFC Tyrone Walker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Hohenfels, Germany — Croatian and Minnesota National Guard soldiers prepare to clear a room during an Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team training exercise at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center May 14. The U.S. and multinational troops will deploy together to Afghanistan as part of the NATO International Security Assistance Force. The OMLT will help with the ISAF mission of assisting the Government of Afghanistan in establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment. (U.S. Army photo by SFC Tyrone Walker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Hohenfels, Germany -- Croatian, Afghan and Minnesota National Guard soldiers talk about room clearing procedures during an Operational Mentoring and Liaison Team training exercise at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center May 14. The U.S. and Croatian troops will deploy together to Afghanistan as part of the NATO International Security Assistance Force. The OMLT will help with the ISAF mission of assisting the Government of Afghanistan in establishing and maintaining a safe and secure environment. (U.S. Army photo by SFC Tyrone Walker) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HEIDELBERG, Germany — Army Brig. Gen. Keith W. Gallagher (left), the outgoing commander and the Army Surgeon General, Army Lt. Gen. Eric B. Schoomaker (right) are accompanied by the commander of troops for the ERMC May 13 change of command ceremony and ERMC Chief of Staff, Army Col. Karen M. Kelley. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HEIDELBERG, Germany — Army Col. Nadja West passes the Europe Regional Medical Command colors to Army Command Sgt. Maj. Frances Rivera after assuming command during a May 13 ceremony on Nachrichten Kaserne in Heidelberg. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROTA, Spain — Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 7 distribute concrete for a sidewalk project at Naval Station Rota May 13. NMCB-7 and its detachments are deployed to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility to provide construction and engineering support. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Yan Kennon) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
COMRAT, Moldova — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Europe District recently began renovating a World War II-era converted fire station in Comrat, Moldova beginning May 13. When complete in late 2010, the facility will also serve as the emergency headquarters for capital, Chisinau, located 64 miles north. (U.S. Army photo by Carol E. Davis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
COMRAT, Moldova, — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Europe District recently began renovating a World War II-era converted fire station in Comrat, Moldova May 13. The EOC and fire station will provide rescue and emergency operation services for roughly 35,000 people in 12 surrounding villages.(U.S. Army photo by Carol E. Davis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany ~~ A proud athlete watches the result of his ball toss while being cheered by two equally proud buddies at the Special Olympics at the German Police Academy in Enkenbach-Alsenborn, Germany, May 12. The Games were co-hosted by the U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern and the police academy. (U.S. Army photo by Angelika Lantz) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Being wheelchair-bound did not prevent this athlete from enjoying a game of badminton at the Special Olympics at the German Police Academy in Enkenbach-Alsenborn, Germany, May 12. Like all athletes, he was enthusiastically cheered by his buddy, volunteers and spectators. (U.S. Army photo by Angelika Lantz) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KUNDUZ, Afghanistan -- 14 U.S. Medical Evacuation crewmen are awarded the German Gold Cross May 12 for risking their lives to come to the rescue of German soldiers during a firefight in Kunduz, Afghanistan April 2. Germany's Gold Cross medal is one of the nation's highest awards for valor and this is the first time in history foreigners have ever received the award. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HELSINKI, Finland — Supreme Allied Commander Europe Navy Adm. Stavridis addresses Finland's political and military leaders May 12 after giving a briefing on the New Strategic Concept for Afghanistan. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
OTOPENI, Romania — U.S. Air Force Capt. Erskine Cook Jr., 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, familiarizes Romanian air force medical evacuation counterparts with equipment and procedures used to evacuate patients during the joint exercise Carpathian Summer 2010, Otopeni Airlift Base, Romania, May 12. Members of the U.S. and Romanian air forces joined together for a week long exercise to build partnerships and enhance proficiency in working together. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jocelyn Rich) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo ~~ Army Maj. Vandra Day, Tifton, Ga., gives Army Sgt. Latiesha Nickerson a small thank you and hand shake during a cook-out, for Internatioanl Nurses Day, May 12. All the nurses were given a gift cards from the Camp Bondsteel Post Exchange. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Upon the invitation of Swedish Gen. Sverker Goranson, Navy Adm. James Stavridis, Supreme Allied Commander Europe, made his first official visit to Sweden May 12 to meet with armed forces leaders and members of the NATO New Strategic Concepts Group concerning their contributions. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Supreme Allied Commander Europe Navy Adm. James G. Stavridis is greeted by a ceremony presented by the Life Guard of Sweden at Karlburg Castle in Stockholm May 12. The SACEUR made his first official visit to the country to meet with armed forces leaders concerning it's contributions. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KUNDUZ, Afghanistan — Members of the U.S. Armyyâ?s 12 Combat Brigade stand shoulder to shoulder after being awarded the German Gold Cross May 12 for risking their lives to come to the rescue of German soldiers during a firefight in Kunduz, Afghanistan April 2. Germanyyâ?s Gold Cross medal is one of the nationnâ?s highest awards for valor and this is the first time in history foreigners have ever received the award (Department of Defense photo by LTjg Nick Kalman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KUNDUZ, Afghanistan ~~ Members of the U.S. Army's 12 Combat Brigade salute during an awards ceremony May 12. The Medical Evacuation crewmen were just awarded the German Gold Cross for risking their lives to come to the rescue of German soldiers during a firefight in Kunduz, Afghanistan April 2. Germany's Gold Cross medal is one of the nation's highest awards for valor and this is the first time in history foreigners have ever received the award (Department of Defense photo by LTjg Nick Kalman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HELSINKI, Finland — Supreme Allied Commander Europe Navy Adm. James G. Stavridis addresses conscript soldiers of the Finnish army after a live-fire demonstration in Helsinki May 12. (Deparment of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — The Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Navy Adm. James G. Stavridis meets with Mr. Gustaf Lind, State Secretary to the Prime Minister of Sweden May 12. The meeting was a part of a two day official visit to the country in Stockholm to meet with defence leaders concerning the Nordic Defence Cooperation and contributions to NATO. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Navy Adm. James G. Staviridis is presented to a Beating Retreat ceremony, called "Tapto" by the Swedish army May 12. The SACEUR made his first official visit to the country to meet with armed forces leaders concerning their contributions to NATO. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HELSINKI, Finland ~~ Supreme Allied Commander Europe Navy Adm. James Stavridis addresses Finland's political and military leaders after giving a briefing on the New Strategic Concept for Afghanistan May 12. The SACEUR made his official visit to the capital city of Helsinki. (Department of Defense) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — Volunteer buddies simultaneously fill the role of personal coach, cheerleader and friend for the Kaiserslautern Special Olympics May 12. (U.S. Army photo by Angelika Lantz) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — The parade of athletes at the Special Olympics at the German Police Academy in Enkenbach-Alsenborn, Germany, May 12 was enthusiastically greeted. While the athletes wore red T-shirts and the volunteers were attired in turquoise, they wore similarly exuberant smiles. (U.S. Army photo by Angelika Lantz) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Army Pfc. David Miller, a plumber with 902nd Engineer Vertical Company, 15th Engineer Battalion, uses a jigsaw to cut lumber for the construction of a B-Hut May 12 in at the Hohenfels Training Area. Platoons from 902nd Eng. Co. built real-world projects while being evaluated on construction tactics, warrior tasks and interactions with simulated media and Afghan citizens. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Aislinn M. Amig) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS LABOON, Atlantic Ocean — Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) participate in the Beretta M-9 pistol qualification course to qualify for force protection watch standing May 11. Laboon is in transit to its homeport of Norfolk, Va., after participating in exercise Joint Warrior 10-1 and conducting theater security cooperation port visits in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nikki Smith) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Electronics Technician 3rd Class Jared Jax, left, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), attempts to steal the ball from a Russian player during a soccer game in Vladivostok, Russia May 10. The soccer team from Blue Ridge played with a Vladivostok soccer club comprised of former professional soccer players. Blue Ridge is in Vladivostok on a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Cale Hatch talks about the capabilities of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) to children visiting from Parus Nadezhdy Children's Rehabilitation Center May 10. Parus Nadezhdy was founded in 1994 to help abandoned children and provides health care, occupational therapy and psychotherapy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Melvin F. Orr III) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Daniel Navey and Ship's Serviceman 2nd Class Dexter Lace play chess with residents of Parus Nadezhdy Children's Rehabilitation Center on the mess decks aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) May 10. Parus Nadezhdy was founded in 1994 to help abandoned children and provides health care, occupational therapy and psychotherapy. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Melvin F. Orr III) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. John M. Bird, right, commander of U.S. 7th Fleet and Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, left, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), present Russian navy Capt. 1st Rank Eduard Moskalenko, commanding officer of the Russian Pacific Fleet flagship Varyag (011) with a gift during a tour of the Russian ship May 10. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devon Dow) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Russian sailors march in formation during the opening ceremony of the 65th anniversary of the Victory in Europe Day parade May 10. The Russian minister of defense invited Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, and the crew of the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) to participate in the celebration. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Lewis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Ship's Serviceman Seaman Quinton Lewis, center right, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), attempts to block the basketball while playing streetball against the Vladivostok Streetball Association May 10. The association is comprised of former Russian professional basketball players and university students. Blue Ridge is in Vladivostok on a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Yeoman Seaman Walter Wright, left, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors embarked aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), plays streetball with the Vladivostok Streetball Association May 10. The association is comprised of former Russian professional basketball players and university students. Blue Ridge is in Vladivostok on a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia ~~ Navy Musician 1st Class Brian Nefferdorf, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet band embarked aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), performs for competitors and guests of a cooking challenge between Russian and American sailors in Vladivostok, Russia May 10. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff sailors attended the challenge, which featured Russian and American-style steak cook-offs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — A Russian honor guard marches during the opening ceremony of the 65th anniversary of the Victory in Europe Day parade May 10. The Russian minister of defense invited Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, and the crew of the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) to participate in the celebration. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, stands at attention among Russian veterans during the opening ceremony at the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe celebrations May 10. Harris is in St. Petersburg with the crew of the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — A Russian honor guard marches during the opening ceremony of the 65th anniversary of the Victory in Europe Day parade May 10. The Russian minister of defense invited Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, and the crew of the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) to participate in the celebration. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia ~~ Navy Musician 1st Class Brian Nefferdorf, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet band embarked aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), performs for competitors and guests of a cooking challenge between Russian and American sailors in Vladivostok, Russia May 10. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff sailors attended the challenge, which featured Russian and American-style steak cook-offs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Kevin Massey lays his steak on the grill during a cooking competition between Sailors embarked aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and Russian sailors as the U.S. 7th Fleet band performs for guests at Fabrika restaurant in Vladivostok, Russia May 10. Blue Ridge staff and sailors attended the challenge, which featured Russian and American-style steak cook-offs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Edgar Tandoy slices cucumber during a cook-off between Russian and U.S. Navy sailors at Fabrika restaurant in Vladivostok, Russia May 10. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff sailors attended the challenge, which featured Russian and American-style steak cook-offs. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — U.S. Army Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 170th Brigade Combat Team readies to march in Red Square as part of the full dress rehearsal for Victory Day parade in Moscow, Russia May 9. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CHAUMONT, France — More than 1,200 reservists from France, Switzerland, Germany and the United States, and citizens of Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises attend the National Day of the Reserves at a ceremony in France May 9. (U.S Army photo by Master Sgt. Bobby J. White) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — Members of the U.S. Navy Band wait to play during the 65th annual Victory Day Parade in Moscow, Russia May 9. Troops from Britain, France, Poland and the United States marched with 10,000 Russian forces in front of about two dozen world leaders to commemorate the end of World War II. The parade also featured tanks, ballistic missiles and a fly-over by 127 aircraft. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — Members of the U.S. Navy Band wait to play during the 65th annual Victory Day Parade in Moscow, Russia, May 9. Troops from Britain, France, Poland and the United States marched with 10,000 Russian forces in front of about two dozen world leaders to commemorate the end of World War II. The parade also featured tanks, ballistic missiles and a fly-over by 127 aircraft. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — U.S. Soldiers of Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 170th Brigade Combat Team, gather for a group photo near Red Square's Resurrection Gate in Moscow, Russia May 9. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Musician 2nd Class Travis Stanley, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet Band, performs New Orleans style jazz during a combined performance with the Pacific Brass Orchestra, a Russian military ensemble, in Vladivostok, Russia May 9. The U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors performed on Victory in Europe Day, a national holiday that celebrates Russia's victory in Europe during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Moscow, Russia — Army Spec. Andre Patton reenlists in a special ceremony on Red Square in Moscow. Patton, from Simsboro, La., is part of U.S. Army Europeeâ?s Company C, 2nd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 170th Infantry Brigade May 9. The unit, based in Baumholder, Germany, was the first active duty U.S. Army unit â? along with contingents from Britain, France and Poland â? to march in Russiaaâ?s Victory Day parade. The May 9 parade commemorated the 65th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — Army Pvt First Class Michael Hagan, of Sugar Hill, Ga., receives the Victory Day parade medal from the chief of the Military University, Russian Federation Ministry of Defense, Col. Gen. Valery Marchenkov May 9. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Musician 2nd Class Collin Reichow, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet Band, holds a long note during a combined performance with members of the Pacific Brass Orchestra, a Russian military ensemble, in Vladivostok, Russia May 9. The U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors performed on Victory in Europe Day, a national holiday that celebrates Russia's victory in Europe during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), plants a tree at a veteran's center in Vladivostok, Russia May 9. Blue Ridge and the embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors visited the center as part of a community outreach project. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Chief Yeoman Roszetta Dean dances with a Russian veteran to music of the U.S. 7th Fleet Band at a veteran's center in Vladivostok, Russia May 9. Blue Ridge and the embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors visited the center as part of a community outreach project. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Josh Huebner) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Chief Musician Luslaida Barbosa presents photos on behalf of the U.S. 7th Fleet Band during a combined performance with the Pacific Brass Orchestra, a Russian military ensemble, in Vladivostok, Russia May 9. The U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors performed on Victory in Europe Day, a national holiday that celebrates Russia's victory in Europe during World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Navy Lt. j.g. Curtis Sanders slides safely into first base as sailors from the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) play baseball against the St. Petersburg North Stars, a Russian semi-pro baseball team May 9. Kauffman is in St. Petersburg to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Visits such as these serve to strengthen the relationship between the U.S. and Russian navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Lewis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Benjamin Becker, Drum Major for the U.S. Navy Band, stands in Red Square while waiting to perform during the 65th annual Victory Day Parade May 9. Troops from Britain, France, Poland and the United States marched with 10,000 Russian forces in front of about two dozen world leaders to commemorate the end of World War II. The parade also featured tanks, ballistic missiles and a fly-over by 127 aircraft. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia ~ Navy Intelligence Specialist 3rd Class Lauren Jones and Navy Culinary Specialist Seaman Myron Gordon, both assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), are bid farewell by the children of the Parus Nadezhdy Children's Rehabilitation Center during a community outreach project in Vladivostok, Russia May 8. Blue Ridge is in Vladivostok on a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Melvin F. Orr III) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROTA, Spain — Service members and dependents read a plaque dedicating a baseball field at U.S. Naval Station Rota, Spain to Cmdr. Charles "Keith" Springle May 8. Springle, a former medical service officer, was one of five service members killed by an Army sergeant at a military counseling clinic at Camp Liberty, Iraq in May 2009. (U.S. Navy photo by Jan Hammond) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Senior Chief Information Systems Technician Okyo J. Simmons and other sailors assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet Command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), sing and dance with children at the Mayak Children's Center May 8. Blue Ridge is in Vladivostok on a scheduled port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Fidel C. Hart) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. John M. Bird, center right, commander of U.S. 7th Fleet, and Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, left, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), carry flowers to lay at the Battle of Glory of the Russian Federation Pacific Fleet Memorial during a ceremony in Vladivostok, Russia May 8. The commemoration ceremony marked the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia celebrating the end of World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. John M. Bird, center, commander of U.S. 7th Fleet, and Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, left, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), take a moment after laying flowers at the Battle of Glory of the Russian Federation Pacific Fleet Memorial during a ceremony in Vladivostok, Russia May 8. The commemoration ceremony marked the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia celebrating the end of World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, center, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), salutes a Russian navy band as they pass by the Battle of Glory of the Russian Federation Pacific Fleet Memorial during a ceremony in Vladivostok, Russia May 8. The commemoration ceremony marked the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia celebrating the end of World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cynthia Griggs) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, left, stands with more than 30 sailors from the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) as they wait to place a wreath at Piskeryovskoe Memorial Cemetery May 8 to honor the men and women of the Soviet Union who died fighting the Nazis during World War II. Harris and Kauffman's Sailors are in St. Petersburg to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. John M. Bird, Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, salutes alongside Russian Federation Navy officials during a wreath laying ceremony at the Eternal Flame memorial of the Russian Pacific Fleet. The U.S May 8. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and the embarked staff of Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet are in Vladivostok on a goodwill visit to participate in Russian Victory Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devon Dow) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., right, commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, and Navy Cmdr. Dale Maxey, commanding officer of the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59), salute a wreath they placed at the Piskeryovske Memorial Cemetery May 8 in memory of the men and women of the Soviet Union who died fighting in World War II. Harris and Sailors assigned to Kauffman are in St. Petersburg to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Jay Mihal) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PARIS, France — Supreme Allied Comander Europe, Navy Adm. James Stavridis and the French Chief of Defense, French navy Adm. Edouard Guillaud, walk in the Cour Morland at the Ãcole Militaire in Paris on May 7. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexandra Arroyo, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), draws pictures with Russian navy cadet Arthur Stun, Logistics Specialist Seaman Sergio Torres and local children at the Vladivostok children's cancer ward May 7. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian A. Stone) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PARIS, France — Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Navy Adm. James Stavridis, addresses a think tank seminar at the Institute for Higher National Defense Studies on May 7. The purpose of the seminar is to allow SACEUR to meet with representatives from the Institute of Higher National Defense Studies, the Foundation for Strategic Research and the Institute for Strategic Research of the School, which represent some of France's preeminent defense think tanks. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PARIS, France — Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Navy Adm. James Stavridis, shakes hands with French navy Adm. Richard Laborde, the director of the Institute of Higher National Defense Studies and of Higher Military Training, as the French Chief of Defense, French navy Adm. Edouard Guillaud, looks on May 7. They are walking in the Cour Morland from the Ãcole Militaire as they prepare to attend a think tank seminar at the Auditorium Foch on May 7. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PARIS, France — French navy Vice Adm. Richard Laborde, the director of the Institute of Higher National Defense Studies and of Higher Military Training,left, and the French Chief of Defense, French navy Adm. Edouard Guillaud,right, present Supreme Allied Commander Europe U.S. Navy Adm. James Stavridis with a framed picture of the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle May 7. They are standing in the Salon Des MarrÃchaux, a room inside the Ãcole Militaire, which was used by Emperor Napoleon as an office and is now used by Laborde. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), takes part in a bread and salt ceremony, a traditional Russian welcoming ceremony, after arriving in Vladivostok, Russia May 7. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community service activities in Vladivostok and participating in a ceremonial march with the Russian military to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), salutes during a performance by Russian navy band members May 7. The band played the national anthems of both Russia and the United States. Blue Ridge Sailors will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), disembarks the ship as it arrives to Vladivostok, Russia May 7. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Sailors man the rails as the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrives in Vladivostok May 7. This year marks the 65th anniversary of the end of World War II. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devon Dow) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, gives a speech at the Kuznetsov Naval Academy May 7. Harris is in St. Petersburg to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — A Russian navy polar convoy veteran grips a .50-caliber machine gun aboard the guided-missile figate USS Kauffman (FFG 59 May 7. Kauffman is in St. Petersburg to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael Lewis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Logistics Specialist Seaman Sergio Torres, assigned to the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), draws pictures with a child at the Vladivostok children's cancer ward May 7. Sailors from Blue Ridge will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia commemorating the end of World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian A. Stone) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Damage Controlman 3rd Class Shane Johnston mans the rails aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) as the ship pulls into Vladivostok, Russia May 7. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Sailors assigned to the guided-missile frigate USS Kauffman (FFG 59) lower the accommodation ladder as Russian sailors help from the pier May 7. Kauffman is in St. Petersburg to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class William Pittman Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Machinist's Mate Fireman Nathan Kander mans the rails aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) as the ship pulls into Vladivostok, Russia May 7. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia celebrating the end of World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Navy Capt. Rudy Lupton, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), greets reporters pierside during a press availability event with the local media as Blue Ridge arrives in Vladivostok, Russia May 7. Blue Ridge sailors will be engaged in a number of community service activities in Vladivostok and participating in a ceremonial march with the Russian military to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia — Sailors and Marines man the rails aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) as the flagship pulls into Vladivostok, Russia May 7. Blue Ridge sailors and Marines will be engaged in a number of community outreach events in Vladivostok and will march with members of the Russian military during a parade to commemorate the 65th anniversary of Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Viramontes) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia — Navy Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, fires the noon cannon at the Fortress of Peter and Paul. Harris is in St. Petersburg May 7 to participate in the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Jay Mihal) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RIGA, Latvia — USS Kauffman (FFG 59) sits pier side during a recent visit to Latvia May 5. The ship was is Latvia to conduct theater security cooperation; visits such as these strengthen the relationships between the U.S. and partner nation navies. Kauffman, an Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate, is homeported in Norfolk. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief MassCommunication Specialist (SW/AW/EXW) Michael Lewis) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MONS, Belgium — The Chief of Defense for Bosnia and Herzegovina, Lt. Gen. Miladin Milojcic is greeted by Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Gen. Sir John McColl May 5. The two took part in a ceremony welcoming Milojcic to SHAPE. (Department of Defense photo) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HELSINKI, Finland — A Finnish line handler throws lines to Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) as Laboon gets underway after a port visit to Helsinki, Finland May 5. Laboon conducted theater security cooperation port visits in Estonia and Finland after participating in the United Kingdom-led exercise Joint Warrior 10-1. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nikki Smith) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KLAIPEDA, Lithuania — Navy Damage Controlman 2nd Class Gabriel Johnson demonstrates firefighting techniques to students from Klaipeda Gilijos Primary School aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) in Klaipeda, Lithuania May 5. Vicksburg is conducting theater security cooperation port visits in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Marc D. Schron) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
KLAIPEDA, Lithuania — Sailors assigned to the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) and the Lithuanian navy clean the Melrange Municipality beach in Klaipeda, Lithuania May 5. Vicksburg is conducting theater security cooperation port visits in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Marc D. Schron) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
WIESBADEN, Germany — Christi and Army Gen. Carter Ham, U.S. Army Europe commander, share stories about their military life during Wiesbaden's Military Spouse Extravaganza May 5. (U.S. Army photo by Karl Weisel) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Army Spc. Arturo Hernandez, a heavy equipment operator with 500th Engineer Horizontal Company, 15th Engineer Battalion, uses a grader to flatten the area on a construction site May 5 at the Grafenwoehr Training Area. Soldiers from the 500th Eng. Co. spent two weeks in Grafenwoehr being evaluated on construction tactics, warrior tasks and their interactions with simulated media and Afghan citizens. (U.s. Army photo by Spc. Aislinn M. Amig) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SCHWEINFURT, Germany — Army Pfc. Elisha Pearson, a supply specialist with 16th Special Troops Battalion, 16th Sustainment Brigade, receives encouragement from a Mobile Training Team air assault instructor May 4, while learning how to properly belay. The students were practicing rappelling on a steep hill before attempting to rappel down the 40-foot tower. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Fay Conroy) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SCHWEINFURT,Germany — Army Sgt. Alfredo Hernandez, a military policeman with the 18th Military Police Brigade, practices a falling drill while doing a practice rappel down a steep hill during the air assault training at Camp Robertson May 4. The class was the first time air assault training has been held in Europe since 2005. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Fay Conroy) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SCHWEINFURT, Germany — Students attending the air assault course at Camp Robertson were required to rappel down a 40-foot tower to earn their air assault wings May 4. During their descent they were required to let go of the rope and lean backwards to simulate falling, which would build their confidence in their belay man. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Fay Conroy) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SCHWEINFURT, Germany — Students receive last minute instructions from Mobile Training Team air assault instructors May 4, before they start their descent down a steep hill. The hill was the students' first attempt at rappelling during Air Assault School at Camp Robertson. The school was held April 26-May 7. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Fay Conroy) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Army Spc. Leonard Witucke, a heavy equipment operator with 500th Engineer Horizontal Company, 15th Engineer Battalion, takes cover and provides security during an escalation of force exercise in the Grafenwoehr Training Area May 4. Platoons from 500th Eng. Co. were evaluated on warrior tasks and their ability to interact with the media while conducting a real-world construction mission. (U.s. Army photo by Spc. Aislinn M. Amig) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RAMJAN/RAMIJANE, Kosovo — Army Staff Sgt. Matt Singer, of Simpsonville, Ky., attaches a M-240B machine gun to an Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter prior to qualifying for aerial gunnery near Ramjan/Ramijane, Kosovo, during annual soldier skill training May 3-5. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
TALLINN, Estonia — Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Laboon (DDG 58) heave a mooring line during sea and anchor detail as Laboon gets underway after a port visit to Tallinn, Estonia May 3. Laboon is conducting theater security cooperation port visits in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Darius Jackson) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RAMJANE/RAMIJAN, Kosovo — Army Sgt. David Martin, of Bardstown, Ky., engages targets during annual qualification at a range near Ramjane/Ramijan, Kosovo May 3-5. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Spc. Desirae Lauinger, of Velva, N.D., and Army Sgt. Melissa Bartholomay, of Casseltown, N.D., run the Lincoln Memorial marathon on Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 2. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army 1st Lt. Matt J. Voeller, of Grand Forks, N.D., watches as a group of participates in the Lincoln Memorial marathon and half-marathon reach the first water point of the event on Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 2. (U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Joshua Dodds) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Army Sgt. Luke J. Mostoller, of Las Vegas, Nev., finishes the Lincoln Memorial marathon on Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 2. Mostoller, a vending service analyst of the 160th Finance Detachment, completed the event, which took the runners up and down hills for 26.2 miles, in 3 hours and 28 minutes. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Chris Erickson) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAMP BONDSTEEL, Kosovo — Runners take-off the starting line of the Lincoln Memorial marathon at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, May 2. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Chris Erickson) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ZEMMIK AIR BASE in ZADAR, Croatia — Croatian Air Force pilots listen to a crew brief prior to conducting night flying operations here. Eight pilots and four aircrews participated in a training initiative coordinated by U.S. Special Operations Command Europe to develop enhanced rotary wing capabilities. (U.S. Special Operations Command Europe photo by Army Master Sgt. Donald Sparks) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ZEMMIK AIR BASE in ZADAR, Croatia — A Croatian Air Force crew chief observes an Mi-171 helicopter conducting night time multi-ship formation operations. Eight pilots and four aircrews participated in a training initiative coordinated by U.S. Special Operations Command Europe to develop enhanced rotary wing capabilities. (U.S. Special Operations Command Europe photo by Army Master Sgt. Donald Sparks) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ZADAR, Croatia — A Croatian Air Force crew chief member looks out the door and observes a Mi-171 helicopter conducting nighttime multi-ship formation operations while using night vision goggles. Eight pilots and four aircrews participated in a training initiative coordinated by U.S. Special Operations Command Europe to develop enhanced rotary wing capabilities. (U.S. Special Operations Command Europe Master Sgt. Donald Sparks) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ZADAR, Croatia — A Croatian Air Force Mi-171 helicopter pilot using night vision goggles monitors his flight instruments during multi-ship limited visibility operations. Eight pilots and four aircrews participated in a training initiative coordinated by U.S. Special Operations Command Europe to develop enhanced rotary wing capabilities. (U.S. Special Operations Command Europe photo by Army Master Sgt. Donald Sparks) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Navy Lt. j.g. Chris Weddel explains systems in the combat information center of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69) to members of the Royal Palace guards in Stockholm, Sweden May 1. Vicksburg is conducting theater security cooperation port visits in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Marc D. Schron) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
STOCKHOLM, Sweden — U.S. Ambassador to Sweden Matthew Barzun is greeted by Capt. Tim Mahan, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vicksburg (CG 69), during a ship visit in Stockholm, Sweden May 1. Vicksburg is conducting theater security cooperation port visits in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Marc D. Schron) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MOSCOW, Russia — Soldiers from U.S. Army Europe's Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 18th Infantry Regiment, 170th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, rehearse for Russia's May 9, Victory Day parade at a Russian army base near Moscow, May 1. The 75-Soldier, Baumholder, Germany-based company is the first active-duty U.S. Army unit, carrying the American flag and representing the United States, to march in Russia's commemoration of the end of World War II. (U.S. Army photo by Bob Close) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...

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Tags
- 6th Fleet
- Afghanistan
- Air Force
- Air National Guard
- air security
- Air Show
- anniversary
- Army
- Baltic Sea
- band
- Black Sea
- C-130 Hercules
- commemoration
- Croatia
- cyber
- D-Day
- diver
- exercise
- Exercise Sea Breeze
- F-16 Fighting Falcon
- Farnborough
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Helicopter
- helping people
- History
- humanitarian assistance
- interoperability
- Italy
- Jackal Stone
- Kosovo
- Libya
- Marines
- maritime security
- medical
- Mediterranean Sea
- Memorial Day
- Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit
- multinational
- National Guard
- NATO
- NAVEUR
- Navy
- Normandy
- outreach
- partnership
- Partnership for Peace
- Poland
- port visit
- ready forces
- Romania
- Safe Skies
- Sailor
- salvage
- Soldier
- special forces
- training
- Turkey
- U.S. Air Forces in Europe
- U.S. Army in Europe
- U.S. Naval Forces Europe
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- USAFE
- USAREUR
- USS Jason Dunham
- World War II
- WWII