Photos from March, 2011

AUGUSTA BAY, Italy (Mar. 25, 2011) Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) render honors as the ship passes amphibious command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20) during a scheduled port visit to August Bay, Italy. Barry is supporting Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AUGUSTA BAY, Italy (Mar. 25, 2011) Sailors assigned to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) watch the amphibious command ship USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20) pass after rendering honors. Barry is supporting Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AUGUSTA BAY, Italy (Mar. 25, 2011) Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) listen as Cmdr. A.H. Ibarra, commanding officer of the ship, speaks during an all hands call. Barry is supporting Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey (Mar. 25, 2011) - Tech. Sgt. Andrew Devito, of the 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron, and a Qatari airman work together to complete a refueling mission in support of Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorized all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandre Montes/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey (Mar. 25, 2011) - Senior Airman Kevin Kloss, of the 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron, finishes refueling Qatari aircraft in support of Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorized all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandre Montes/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey (Mar. 25, 2011) - Tech. Sgt. Andrew Devito, of the 39th Logistics Readiness Squadron, finishes refueling Qatari aircraft in support of Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorized all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alexandre Montes/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece (Mar. 25, 2011) A Qatar Emiri Air Force Dassault Mirage 2000-5 fighter jet takes off as part of a Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn mission. Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy Photo by Paul Farley/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England (March 20, 2011) - Maintainers from the 48th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron make final checks on an F-15E Strike Eagle prior to departing RAF Lakenheath, England. Units from the 48th Fighter Wing deployed in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn. The 48th Fighter Wing provides all-weather, day or night air superiority and air-to-ground precision combat capability as well as combat search and rescue. Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Sam Locklear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Lee A. Osberry Jr./Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England (March 20, 2011) - An Airman from the 48th Fighter Wing, inspects an F-15E Strike Eagle preparing to depart RAF Lakenheath, England. Units from the 48th Fighter Wing deployed in support of Operation Odyssey Dawn. The 48th Fighter Wing provides all-weather, day or night air superiority and air-to-ground precision combat capability as well as combat search and rescue. Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Sam Locklear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Lee A. Osberry Jr./Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece (Mar. 25, 2011) A Qatar Emiri Air Force Dassault Mirage 2000-5 fighter jet takes off as part of a Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn mission. Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy Photo by Paul Farley/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece (Mar. 25, 2011) A Qatar Emiri Air Force Dassault Mirage 2000-5 fighter jet takes off as part of a Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn mission. Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy Photo by Paul Farley/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Adm. James Stavridis, commander of the U.S. European Command (back to camera) passes the U.S. Army Europe flag to Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling, officially marking Hertling's assumption of command of USAREUR, on Campbell Barracks in Heidelberg, Germany, March 25. (iphone photo by Mark Ray) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
A U.S. Army Europe color guard posts the colors at the start of the ceremony in which Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling assumed command of USAREUR, on Campbell Barracks in Heidelberg, Germany, March 25. (iphone photo by Mark Ray) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
A salute battery fires a cannon salute to mark Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling's assumption of command of U.S. Army Europe, during the assumption of command ceremony on Campbell Barracks in Heidelberg, Germany, March 25. (iphone photo by Mark Ray) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
A multinational formation of U.S. Army Europe and allied Soldiers passes in review at the closing of the ceremony in which Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling assumed command of USAREUR, on Campbell Barracks in Heidelberg, Germany, March 25. (iphone photo by Mark Ray) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
The U.S. Army Europe Band marches from the parade field at the conclusion of the ceremony in which Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling assumed command of USAREUR, on Campbell Barracks in Heidelberg, Germany, March 25. (iphone photo by Mark Ray) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 20, 2011) - Airmen from the 726th Air Mobility Squadron load cargo into a C-130J Super Hercules in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nathanael Callon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 20, 2011) - Airmen load pallets of cargo into a C-130J Super Hercules in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nathanael Callon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 21, 2011) - A C-130J Super Hercules from the 37th Airlift Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, waits to be loaded with cargo in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nathanael Callon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 21, 2011) - Airmen from the 726th Air Mobility and 52nd Logistics Readiness Squadrons load cargo into a C-130J Super Hercules in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nathanael Callon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 18, 2011) - A crew chief from the 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon out of a hardened aircraft shelter here in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measuress" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 18, 2011) -- Pilots from the 480th Fighter Squadron process through the personnel deployment function line prior to deploying in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nick Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 18, 2011) -- An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 480th Fighter Squadron prepares for take-off from Spangdahlem Air Base in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Nathanael Callon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy ( March 21, 2011) - A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules sits on the runway after arriving from Ramstein, Germany. The aircraft arrived carrying equipment and personnel to support Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Windish/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 20, 2011) - A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler takes off from Aviano Air Base in support of the initial phase of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nadine Y. Barclay/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 20, 2011) - A 31st Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot receives a handshake from a member of his flight crew at Aviano Air Base after returning from supporting Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 20, 2011) - Master Sgt. Scharalene Carroll, 31st Fighter Wing Safety Office ground safety manager, provides a driving safety brief at Aviano Air Base to personnel from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, to support Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class LaVel Sterling/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 20, 2011) - A U.S. Air Force flight crew member guides an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot at Aviano Air Base, after support Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 20, 2011) - U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flight crew members perform post-flight checks on Aviano Air Base, after the F-16 pilot returns from supporting Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes â?all necessary measuressâ? to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 20, 2011) - U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons return to Aviano Air Base, Italy, after supporting Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany (March 17, 2011) -Airmen assigned to the 52nd Maintenance Group install an ejection seat in an F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 480th Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base in preparation for support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nathanael Callon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 21, 2011) - Airmen arriving to Aviano Air Base from Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany and Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom. Airmen get onto a bus to be transported to lodging. The Airmen are on temporary duty to Aviano in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes "all necessary measures" to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Windish/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 22, 2011) - Tech. Sgt. Selvin Hudson, 48th Civil Engineer Squadron structural craftsman from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, and 1st Lt. Elizabeth Hoeltje, 31st Mission Support Group executive officer, build Alaskan small shelter tents, for contingency personnel arriving to Aviano Air Base in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nadine Y. Barclay/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 22, 2011) - Airmen from various U.S. Air Forces in Europe civil engineer squadrons join forces to set up Alaskan small shelter tents at Aviano Air Base, in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nadine Y. Barclay/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 21, 2011) - Airmen attending Airman Leadership School at Aviano Air Force Base, move cots into a dorm for incoming servicemembers deployed in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 22, 2011) - Airmen sleep in cots at the Falcon Fitness Center on Aviano Air Base. U.S. Air Force servicemembers are temporarily residing at the fitness center during their support for Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD). JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (March 22, 2011) - Servicemembers deployed to Aviano Air Base, in support of Joint Task Force Odyssey Dawn (JTF OD) temporarily reside in the Falcon Fitness Center. JTF OD is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to support the larger international response to the unrest in Libya. A broad coalition of nations are partnering to enforce U.N. Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973, which authorizes all necessary means to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by Adm. Samuel J. Locklear, III. (US Army Photo by SSG Tierney P. Wilson/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 21, 2011) - French navy AS365 F Dauphin rescue helicopter from French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R91) test lands aboard USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20). Charles de Gaulle is operating in the Mediterranean Sea supporting the coalition led operations in response to the crisis in Libya. Mount Whitney is operation in support of Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 21, 2011) - French navy AS365 F Dauphin rescue helicopter from the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle (R91) test lands aboard USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20). Charles de Gaulle is operating in the Mediterranean Sea supporting the coalition led operations in response to the crisis in Libya. Mount Whitney is operation in support of Joint Task Force (JTF) Odyssey Dawn. JTF Odyssey Dawn is the U.S. Africa Command task force established to provide operational and tactical command and control of U.S. military forces supporting the international response to the unrest in Libya and enforcement of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1973. UNSCR 1973 authorizes all necessary measures to protect civilians in Libya under threat of attack by Qadhafi regime forces. JTF Odyssey Dawn is commanded by U.S. Navy Admiral Samuel J. Locklear, III. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
On March 16, the U.S. Army Europe Brass Quintet and the director of Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra were guests of TV's morning show. Both bands will conduct a series of concerts in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. (Photo courtesy US Embassy Belgrade) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
On March 16, the U.S. Army Europe Brass Quintet and the director of Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra were guests of TV's morning show. Both bands will conduct a series of concerts in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. (Photo courtesy US Embassy Belgrade) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
On March 16, the U.S. Army Europe Brass Quintet and the director of Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra were guests of TV's morning show. Both bands will conduct a series of concerts in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. (Photo courtesy US Embassy Belgrade) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
On March 16, the U.S. Army Europe Brass Quintet and the director of Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra were guests of TV's morning show. Both bands will conduct a series of concerts in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. (Photo courtesy US Embassy Belgrade) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Joshua Cannon installs a battery compartment panel on a T5 hydraulic generator on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). T5 hydraulic generators provide power to aircraft performing pre-flight hydraulics checks. Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) 2nd Class Matthew Olicia checks for leaks and discrepancies in an aircraft fuel pump on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Lance Carter uses compressed air to blow water from padeyes on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Padeyes are used in conjunction with chains to secure equipment, supplies and aircraft to the flight deck. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Sailors use a fresh water pressure washer to clean the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Cpl. Jonathan Zuniga, with 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, welds the inside of a MV-22B Osprey engine holding can in the hangar bay of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Engine holding cans are used to transport new aircraft engines. Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Air-Traffic Controller 2nd Class Shakeitha Lewis solves a math problem, during a college-level algebra course while deployed aboard amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Mann/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 15, 2011) -- An Egyptian family prepares for a fight from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt, aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th AS and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 15, 2011) - An Egyptian family prepares for the fight from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt, aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th AS Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAIRO, EGYPT (March 15, 2011) -- An Air Force C-130J arrives after flying from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th AS and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAIRO, EGYPT (March 15, 2011) - An Egyptian girl emerges from an Air Force C-130J after flying from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th AS and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAIRO, EGYPT (March 15, 2011) - An Egyptian girl emerges from an Air Force C-130J after a flight from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th AS and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
CAIRO, EGYPT (March 15, 2011) -- Egyptian families emerge from an Air Force C-130J after their flight from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th AS and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 11, 2011)- Lt. John Kelly, a chaplain from the Surface Forces Ministry Center, presides over Roman Catholic Mass during a visit to USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Stevie Tate/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 16, 2011) -- Machinist's Mate 1st Class Tim Gaines performs a chemical test on boiler water in the oil lab aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) to prevent corrosion of the ship's boilers. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Mann/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 16, 2011) -- Machinist's Mate 1st Class Tim Gaines performs a chemical test on boiler water in the oil lab aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) to prevent corrosion of the ship's boilers. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Mann/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HAIFA, Israel (March 14, 2011) -- Sideboys render honors to Cmdr. Kevin M. Robinson, commanding officer of USS Mason (DDG 87), as he makes his way to Mason's hanger bay for a change of command ceremony. During the ceremony, Robinson was relieved by Cmdr. Adan G. Cruz. Mason is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeffry A. Willadsen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HAIFA, Israel (March 14, 2011) -- Cmdr. Kevin M. Robinson, commanding officer of USS Mason (DDG 87), speaks to Mason Sailors during a change of command ceremony held in the hanger bay of the ship. During the ceremony, Robinson was relieved by Cmdr. Adan G. Cruz. Mason is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeffry A. Willadsen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HAIFA, Israel (March 14, 2011) -- Cmdr. Adan G. Cruz salutes Cmdr. Kevin M. Robinson, relieving him of his duties as commanding officer of USS Mason (DDG 87), during ceremony held in the hanger bay of the ship. Mason is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeffry A. Willadsen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
HAIFA, ISRAEL (March 14, 2011) -- Cmdr. Adan G. Cruz, commanding officer of USS Mason (DDG 87), speaks to Sailors after relieving Cmdr. Kevin M. Robinson as commanding officer during a change of command ceremony held in the hanger bay of the ship. Mason is supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeffry A. Willadsen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 11, 2011) -- Damage Controlman 3rd Class Adam Beach reports a simulated toxic gas leak to damage control central while other members of the Flying Squad rig a smoke curtain during a damage control drill aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 11, 2011) -- Damage Controlman 3rd Class Adam Beach gives instructions to Damage Controlman Fireman Jamie Parker while containing a simulated toxic gas leak during a damage control drill aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 11, 2011) -- Electronics Technician 2nd Class Patrick Smith makes his move against Ensign Chunchun Meares during a morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) sponsored chess tournament aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 11, 2011) Sailors and Marines aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15) compete in a morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) sponsored chess tournament. Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 11, 2011) -- Airman Kyle Johnson considers his options during a morale, welfare, and recreation sponsored chess tournament aboard the amphibious transport dock ship, USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 12, 2011) -- With a hand-held mirror, Machinery Repairman 2nd Class Byron Hernandez watches Ship's Serviceman Seaman Otis Larry give him a haircut aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 12, 2011) -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Anthony Marion spots Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Morgan Butkus while lifting weights in the workout room aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 12, 2011) -- Aviation Support Equipment Technician Airman Morgan Butkus spots Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Anthony Marion while lifting weights in the workout room aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 12, 2011) -- Gunner's Mate 2nd Class Joshua Leach spots Seaman Myles Stratton while lifting weights in the workout room aboard USS Ponce (LPD 15). Ponce is part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Sailors practice putting injured personnel on a stretcher during training exercises aboard amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Joseph Federico gathers up rotor blade restraints for a MH-60S Knight Hawk helicopter on the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class David Sweaza leads a hose team during fire fighting training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Mann/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS KEARSARGE-Mediterranean Sea (March 17, 2011) -- Sgt. Peter Bauer installs safety wires to a central de-icing distributer for an MV-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft. Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stevie Tate/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Joel Babino helps haul in a line during a replenishment at sea between the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) and amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW) Stevie Tate/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA, (March. 15, 2011) -- Quartermaster 2nd Class Jesse Glover uses a statometer to measure the distance from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) prior to a replenishment at sea. Barry is on a routine deployment conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA, (March. 15, 2011) -- Quartermaster 2nd Class Jesse Glover uses a statometer to measures the distance from the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52) to the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) prior to a replenishment at sea. Barry is on a routine deployment conducting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) Gunner's Mate 3rd Class Bert White takes aim before shooting the shot line over to the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Lewis and Clark (T-AKE 1) at the start of a replenishment at sea. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW) Stevie Tate/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 17, 2011) -- Naval Aircrewman 2nd Class Christopher Sahagun, with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22, tightens the restraints inside a MH-60S Knight Hawk helicopter on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SIGONELLA, Sicily (Mar. 15, 2011) MV-22 Ospreys assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 266 and Marine Expeditionary Unit (26 MEU) fly into Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella March 15 to transport personnel from Sigonella to the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Cameron Bramham/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS MOUNT WHITNEY, At Sea (March 14, 2011) - Vice Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of the U.S. 6th Fleet, observes small boat operations aboard USS Mount Whitney (JCC/LCC 20) in the Mediterranean Sea. Mount Whitney, the U.S. Sixth Fleet Flag Ship, is homeported in Gaeta, Italy, and operates with hybrid crew of U.S. Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS MOUNT WHITNEY, At Sea (March 15, 2011) - USS Mount Whitney (JCC/LCC 20), transits through the Straits of Messina. Mount Whitney, the U.S. Sixth Fleet Flag Ship, is homeported in Gaeta, Italy, and operates with hybrid crew of U.S. Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS MOUNT WHITNEY, At Sea (March 15, 2011) - Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Jyotiben Patel prepares to apply a plaster splint on Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Nina Kovacs as part of weekly stretcher bearer training aboard USS Mount Whitney (JCC/LCC 20). Mount Whitney, the U.S. Sixth Fleet Flag Ship, is homeported in Gaeta, Italy and operates with hybrid crew of U.S. Sailors and Military Sealift Command civil service mariners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AUGUSTA BAY, Sicily (March 16, 2011) - USS Mount Whitney (LCC/JCC 20), the U.S. Sixth Fleet flag ship homeported out of Gaeta, Italy, and USS Ponce (LPD 15), an amphibious transport dock ship homeported out of Norfolk, Va., take on supplies while inport Augusta Bay, Sicily. Both ships are operating in the Mediterranean Sea as part of a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary Keen/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
BELGRADE, Serbia (March 15, 2011) -- The RTS (National TV) Morning Program hosted the directors/conductors of the U.S. Army Europe Brass and Woodwind Quintets and the Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra, who talked about their cooperation and a series of concerts to be held this week in Serbia, culminating in a joint concert on Friday. They also announced another series of concerts with much larger orchestras in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. The concerts are marking the 130th Anniversary of U.S.-Serbia diplomatic relations. During the RTS program, the Brass Quintet performed the New Orleans-style piece, "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" for the national TV audience. (Photo Courtesy US Embassy Serbia) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
BELGRADE, Serbia (March 15, 2011) -- The RTS (National TV) Morning Program hosted the directors/conductors of the U.S. Army Europe Brass and Woodwind Quintets and the Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra, who talked about their cooperation and a series of concerts to be held this week in Serbia, culminating in a joint concert on Friday. They also announced another series of concerts with much larger orchestras in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. The concerts are marking the 130th Anniversary of U.S.-Serbia diplomatic relations. During the RTS program, the Brass Quintet performed the New Orleans-style piece, "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" for the national TV audience. (Photo Courtesy US Embassy Serbia) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
BELGRADE, Serbia (March 15, 2011) -- The RTS (National TV) Morning Program hosted the directors/conductors of the U.S. Army Europe Brass and Woodwind Quintets and the Serbian Ministry of Defense's "Stanislav Binicki" orchestra, who talked about their cooperation and a series of concerts to be held this week in Serbia, culminating in a joint concert on Friday. They also announced another series of concerts with much larger orchestras in Belgrade, Nis and Novi Sad in May. The concerts are marking the 130th Anniversary of U.S.-Serbia diplomatic relations. During the RTS program, the Brass Quintet performed the New Orleans-style piece, "Just a Closer Walk with Thee" for the national TV audience. (Photo Courtesy US Embassy Serbia) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) A MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter with Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 flies above USS Ponce (LPD 15). Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 13, 2011) -- Spc. Neil Stanfield shows an Egyptian boy around the U.S. Air Force C-130J aircraft that will fly them from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt. This Egyptian boy is among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 13, 2011) -- Tech. Sgt. Jason Anderson buckles an Egyptian's seatbelt before their journey from Djerba, Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 13, 2011) -- An Egyptian family prepares for the fight from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt, aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacueeeâ?s home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to deal assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 13, 2011) -- An Egyptian boy peers from the side door of a U.S. Air force C-130J at Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia. This Egyptian citizen is among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 13, 2011) -- Egyptian boys peer from the side door of a U.S. Air force C-130J at Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia. These Egyptian boys are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 10, 2011) - Chief Hospital Corpsman Michael Young, center right, teaches Cryptologic Technician (Technical) Seaman Allen Yanow, center left, proper cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52). American Heart Association developed the first CPR guidelines in 1966. During the past 50 years the fundamentals of early recognition and activation, early CPR, early defibrillation, and early access to emergency medical care have saved hundreds of thousands of lives around the world. Barry is on a routine deployment conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 10, 2011)-Chief Hospital Corpsman Michael Young teaches Boatswain Seaman Reginald Scott proper cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52). American Heart Association developed the first CPR guidelines in 1966. During the past 50 years the fundamentals of early recognition and activation, early CPR, early defibrillation, and early access to emergency medical care have saved hundreds of thousands of lives around the world. Barry is on a routine deployment conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March. 10, 2011) - Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Michael Brandy, left, teaches Quartermaster Seaman Trevor Houser, right, proper cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Barry (DDG 52). American Heart Association developed the first CPR guidelines in 1966. During the past 50 years the fundamentals of early recognition and activation, early CPR, early defibrillation, and early access to emergency medical care have saved hundreds of thousands of lives around the world. Barry is on a routine deployment conducting maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS KEARSARGE AT SEA -Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE) Instructor Paul Durbin assists Machinist's Mate Fireman Brittany Trotter in an algebra problem during an intermediate college algebra course held in the ship's Chapel. Durbin is assigned to USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) for the duration of deployment. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class (SW) Cristina Gabaldon/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
USS KEARSARGE, At Sea (Mar. 11, 2011) -- Ensign Adam Galazka, Lt. Jim McLean, Lt. Carol Pena, and Lt. Dwight Jefferson log miles on the exercise bikes in the gym during the"Crews Into Shape" competition aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). The competition is a nutritional and physical fitness competition to assist Sailors in leading a healthier lifestyle. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW) Stevie Tate/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
RED SEA (Mar. 1, 2011) - Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Lenart (right) repeats the oath of re-enlistment administered by Lt. Anthony Franklin on the signal bridge of amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 10, 2011) -- Sailors assigned to the deck department aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15) prepare for a replenishment at sea with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) and the Amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Ponce is part of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 10, 2011) -- Sailors from the deck department aboard the amphibious transport dock USS Ponce (LPD 15) watch as the fuel hose from fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) slides down the span wire rigged between the ships during a replenishment at sea. Ponce is part of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 10, 2011) -- Seen in this five-image composite panorama, Cmdr. Etta Jones, middle, commanding officer the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce (LPD 15), checks the status board maintained by Personnel Specialist Seaman Apprentice Bryant Tillman, right, as Ponce approaches the starboard side of fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) to take on fuel during a replenishment at sea (RAS). During the RAS, the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) was also being replenished by Kanawha. Ponce is part of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo illustration by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 11, 2011) -- An Egyptian father and daughter prepare for the long ride from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. Since the operations began March 4th, more than 750 passengers have been shuttled to Cairo. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 11, 2011) -- Capt. Terrance Kilgore, Air Force programs officer for the U.S. Embassy in Tunisa, carries an Egyptian child aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J that will fly them from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. Since the operations began March 4th, more than 750 passengers have been shuttled to Cairo. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
DJERBA ZARIS, TUNISIA (March 11, 2011) -- An Egyptian girl explores the interior of the U.S. Air Force C-130J that will fly her and her family from Djerba Zarzis Airport in Tunisia to Cairo, Egypt. These Egyptian citizens are among tens of thousands who have fled conflict in Libya to Tunisia, where a humanitarian crisis is unfolding. This C-130J, flown by the 37th Airlift Squadron from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, is part of a contingent of aircraft from the 37th and the 26th U.S. Marine Expeditionary Unit that are transporting the evacuees home. Since the operations began March 4th, more than 750 passengers have been shuttled to Cairo. The airlift is part of a broader U.S. government effort led by the Department of State to assist with the crisis. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 3, 2011) Sailors observe a vertical replenishment aboard USS Barry (DDG 52) during flight operations with USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Barry is on a routine deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) Aviation Ordnanceman Airman Chase Hickman fires a shot line from USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) to USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) during a replenishment-at-sea. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) extends fuel lines to USS Kearsarge during a replenishment at sea. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), left, and USS Ponce (LPD 15), right, are alongside USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) during a replenishment at sea. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) Seaman Apprentice David Hanley hauls in the phone and distance line during a replenishment-at-sea between USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) and USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196). Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stevie Tate) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) Seaman Gizka gives the heave around sign to fleet replenishment oiler USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196) during a replenishment-at-sea with USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Stevie Tate) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 10, 2011) USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) conducts a replenishment-at-sea with USNS Kanawha (T-AO 196). Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy Photo By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stevie Tate) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece (Mar. 7, 2011) USS Florida (SSGN 728) arrives to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay for a routine port visit. Florida is currently deployed in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cayman Santoro) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
SOUDA BAY, Greece (Mar. 7, 2011) USS Florida (SSGN 728) arrives to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay for a routine port visit. Florida is currently deployed in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Cayman Santoro) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 8, 2011) Sgt. Derek Pflugradt of Reconnaissance Platoon, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts his modified physical training aboard USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Due to the cast on his arm, Pflugradt finds creative ways to perform his daily work out. Kearsarge is the command ship of Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Mann/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 3, 2011) Boatswain's Mate 1st Class Guillermo Laing directs a MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22, during flight operations aboard USS Barry (DDG 52). Barry is on a routine deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 3, 2011) Sailors aboard USS Barry (DDG 52) attach a cargo pennant to a MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22, during flight operations with USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Barry is on a routine deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 3, 2011) Sailors participate in a vertical replenishment aboard USS Barry (DDG 52) during flight operations with USS Kearsarge (LHD 3). Barry is on a routine deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Sunderman/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
A Soldier from Company B, 1st Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment provides security during the dismounted patrol demonstration as part of the "Lifecycle of an IED" presentation, which was presented to more than 60 U.S. and multinational representatives, March 3 at the Hohenfels Training Area. The Joint Multinational Training Command trained more than 4,000 U.S. and multinational troops in Counter-IED tactics and procedures last year. Photo by Denver Makle, JMTC Public Affairs Office Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Sgt. 1st Class Jamie L. Tompkins tells attendees what can be found in a Home Made Explosives Lab, during a display exhibiting commonly seen tools and chemicals used by a bomb-maker, as part of the "Lifecycle of an IED" presentation, which was presented to more than 60 U.S. and multinational representatives, March 3, at the Hohenfels Training Area. The Joint Multinational Training Command (JMTC) offers training to U.S. and multinational Soldiers to ensure NATO and ISAF standards are integrated while training. The JMTC launched the Badger Team, a dedicated Counter IED training Team this month to synchronize and standardize training. Photo by Denver Makle, JMTC Public Affairs Office Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy (Mar. 8, 2011) - USS Newport News (SSN 750) transits the Bay of Naples. Newport News is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy (Mar. 8, 2011) - Senior Chief Machinist's Mate Jason Elmore, stationed aboard USS Newport News (SSN 750), describes the use of a Tyvek fire fighting suit during a familiarization tour. Newport News is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy (Mar. 8, 2011) - USS Newport News (SSN 750) transits the Bay of Naples. Newport News is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Edward Vasquez/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AUGUSTA BAY, Sicily (Mar. 6, 2011) USS Scranton (SSN 756) pulls into Augusta Bay, Sicily to receive supplies and personnel. Scranton is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Cameron Bramham/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
AUGUSTA BAY, Sicily (Mar. 6, 2011) USS Scranton (SSN 756) pulls into Augusta Bay, Sicily to receive supplies and personnel. Scranton is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Cameron Bramham/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PISA, Italy (Mar. 4 2011)--U.S. Airmen from the 435th Air Mobility Squadron out of Ramstein Air Base load blankets, tarps and water containers onto C-130 aircraft in Pisa, Italy. These aircraft will then fly these supplies to Tunisia. The U.S. Government is working intensely with the International community to meet the humanitarian needs of the Libyan people and others in the country who fled across the borders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PISA, Italy (Mar. 4 2011)--U.S. Airmen from the 435th Air Mobility Squadron out of Ramstein Air Base load blankets, tarps and water containers onto C-130 aircraft in Pisa, Italy. These aircraft will then fly these supplies to Tunisia. The U.S. Government is working intensely with the International community to meet the humanitarian needs of the Libyan people and others in the country who fled across the borders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PISA, Italy (Mar. 4 2011)--U.S. Airmen from the 435th Air Mobility Squadron out of Ramstein Air Base load blankets, tarps and water containers onto C-130 aircraft in Pisa, Italy. These aircraft will then fly these supplies to Tunisia. The U.S. Government is working intensely with the International community to meet the humanitarian needs of the Libyan people and others in the country who fled across the borders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PISA, Italy (Mar. 4 2011)--U.S. Airmen from the 435th Air Mobility Squadron out of Ramstein Air Base load blankets, tarps and water containers onto C-130 aircraft in Pisa, Italy. These aircraft will then fly these supplies to Tunisia. The U.S. Government is working intensely with the International community to meet the humanitarian needs of the Libyan people and others in the country who fled across the borders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PISA, Italy (Mar. 4 2011)--U.S. Airmen from the 435th Air Mobility Squadron out of Ramstein Air Base load blankets, tarps and water containers onto C-130 aircraft in Pisa, Italy. These aircraft will then fly these supplies to Tunisia. The U.S. Government is working intensely with the International community to meet the humanitarian needs of the Libyan people and others in the country who fled across the borders. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Brendan Stephens/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 3, 2011) Sailors from repair locker 5 aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) prepare to enter a generator room to fight a simulated fuel fire. Stout is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary A Prill/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 3, 2011) Sailors assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) recover a rigid hull inflatable boat (RHIB) during a training evolution. The RHIB aboard Stout serves as the main response for search and rescue operations (SAR). Stout is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary A Prill/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 3, 2011) The guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) transits the Mediterranean Sea. Stout is currently underway supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Gary A Prill/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 4, 2011) - USS Florida (SSGN 728) pulls into the Bay of Naples. Florida is homeported out of Kings Bay, Ga., and is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel Viramontes/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Mar. 4, 2011) - USS Florida (SSGN 728) pulls into the Bay of Naples. Florida is homeported out of Kings Bay, Ga., and is on a scheduled deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Darryl Wood/Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
NAPLES, Italy (March 4, 2011) -- Vice Adm. Harry B. Harris, commander of the U.S. Sixth Fleet, addresses military and civilians members from commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe/Africa commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet headquarters on Naval Support Activity Capodichino. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW/AW) Stephen Oleksiak / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Camp Pendleton, Calif. - During a Visit, Boarding, Search and Seizure course, Lance Cpl. James A. Scarborough, a native of Montevallo, Ala., attached to Black Sea Rotational Force-11, rushes down the steps of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sea Otter, U.S. Coast Guard Sector San Diego, San Diego, Calif., to secure the ship in a training exercise in Oceanside, Calif. The Marines were selected from the Ground Combat Element to undergo training and work with the Coast Guard to learn new skills that will help them on their deployment to the Black Sea, Balkan and Caucasus regions. Cpl. Tatum Vayavananda , Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Camp Pendleton, Calif.-Before starting a Visit, Boarding, Search and Seizure exercise, Lance Cpl. James A. Scarborough, a Marine attached to the Ground Combat Element, Black Sea Rotational Force-11, and Montevallo, Ala., native, along with other Marines of BSRF-11 work with Coastguardsmen, U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sea Otter, San Diego, Calif., to prepare for the training. The VBSS training will aid the Marines in their deployment to the Black Sea, Balkan and Caucasus regions to help advise and build the military capacities of foreign host nations in over twelve Eastern European countries. Cpl. Tatum Vayavananda Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Camp Pendleton, Calif.-During a Visit, Boarding, Search and Seizure exercise, Lance Cpl. Scott D. Tynan, of Albuquerque, N.M., and Marine riflemen attached to the Ground Combat Element, Black Sea Rotational Force-11, looks through the porthole of a U.S. Coast Guard patrol boat, while receiving support from U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sea Otter, San Diego, Calif. The training will help the Marines in their upcoming deployment to advise and work with foreign militaries in over twelve Eastern European nations. Cpl. Tatum Vayavananda, 3/2/2011 Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
Camp Pendleton, Calif.-Marines, attached to Black Sea Rotational Force-11, and Coast Guardsmen attached to U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Sea Otter, San Diego, Calif., hook a ladder to board the patrol boat, as part of their Visit, Boarding, Search and Seizure training. The VBSS training will help enhance the skills of Marines attached to the Ground Combat Element of BSRF-11, which is a Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force that will be performing security cooperation activities with foreign militaries in the Black Sea, Balkan and Caucasus region. Cpl. Tatum Vayavananda, 3/2/2011 Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PANZER KASERNE, Germany -Personnel from Marine Forces Reserve examine equipment that is earmarked to support Black Sea Rotational Force 11, Bjugn, Norway, during an inspection. The Marines will deploy to Romania and support security cooperation missions throughout the Black Sea region from April through September. USMC Photo Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
PANZER KASERNE, Germany -Marines move equipment that is earmarked to support Black Sea Rotational Force 11, Bjugn, Norway. Under the guidance of Marine Forces Europe, Marines with Marine Forces Reserve are utilizing equipment sets in Norway to save tremendously on transportation costs. USMC Photo Hi-res / Details / Comments ...

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