Photos tagged with "Ukraine"

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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine - U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff receives a tour of the Ukrainian command and control ship Slavutich from the ships Executive Officer Serhii Makeyev. During the visit, Ortloff briefed Ukrainian enlisted leadership on career and personnel management, met with Ukrainian sailors and toured the command and control ship Slavutich. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine - U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff and Ukrainian Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Riabtsev Serhii speaks to Ukrainian navy petty officers aboard the Ukrainian command and control ship Slavutich. During the visit, Ortloff briefed Serhii on career and personnel management, met with Ukrainian sailors and toured the command and control ship Slavutich. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine - U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff speaks to Ukrainian media during a tour of the Ukrainian naval academy. During the visit, Ortloff briefed senior Ukrainian enlisted leadership on career and personnel management, met with Ukrainian sailors and toured the command and control ship Slavutich. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTAPOL, Ukraine -Commander, Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff speaks with Ukrainian female sailors at the Ukrainian naval academy. During the visit, Fleet Master Chief Ortloff briefed the Ukrainian master chief petty of the navy on career and personnel management, met with Ukrainian sailors and toured the command and control ship Slavutich. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTAPOL, Ukraine (Sept. 10, 2012) - U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa Fleet Master Chief JoAnn Ortloff speaks with Ukrainian Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) Riabtsev Serhii. During the visit, Fleet Master Chief Ortloff briefed the Ukrainian MCPON on career and personnel management, met with Ukrainian sailors and toured the command and control ship Slavutich. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BOSPHORUS - Hull Maintenance Technician Fireman Justin Turner, right, reviews a damage report as Ukrainian navy Capt. Maxim Popov, left, observes during a damage control drill aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109). Jason Dunham is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Ensign Julia Kranz, right, conducts a tour of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) for children of the Zhemchuzhinka Orphanage. Jason Dunham is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Cmdr. David A. Bretz, commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), answers questions for children from Zhemchuzhinka Orphanage on the mess decks. Jason Dunham is on a scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Navy Diver 2nd Class Alex Hardy jumps into the water during a combined-diving demonstration as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ukrainian naval vessels Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) and Konstantin Olshansky (U 402), Turkish naval vessels TCG Kalkan (P 331) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operate in formation during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ukrainian naval vessels Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) and Konstantin Olshansky (U 402), Turkish naval vessels TCG Tufan (P 333) and the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) operate in formation during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) fires her 5-inch deck gun during a live-fire exercise as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130), right, Ukrainian navy amphibious assault ship Kostiantyn Olshansky (U 402), and Turkish navy patrol ships TCG Kalkan (P 331) and TCG Tufan (P 333) steam in formation during a mine counter measure exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) participates in a mine counter measure exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Aaron Conners helps move a support bar aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Cryptologic Technician (Collection) 3rd Class Nicole Roderick makes preparations to anchor while aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB 2012, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class Drew Miller makes preparations for getting underway as the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) prepares to depart Odessa, Ukraine, during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors on a rigid hull inflatable boat patrol the water surrounding the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Service members aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) provide a tour of the ship to Ukrainian media during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander of Destroyer Squadron 60, center, and Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), right, tour the Ukrainian ship UPS Sagaidachniy during the at-sea portion of SB12. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors from guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham's (DDG 109) boarding team, speak to Ukrainian media during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Cmdr. David Bretz, commanding officer of guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), speaks to Ukrainian media aboard the ship during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander of Destroyer Squadron 60, center, and Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), left, speak to Ukrainian media aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) receives a water barge while anchored during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, speaks to Ukrainian media during a press conference aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ensign Scott Gildemeyer speaks with Turkish midshipman Fatih Baris aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy boarding team members approach the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) for a boarding exercise during the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors and Ukrainian service members work together to raise a submerged barge at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors and Ukrainian service members work together to extract a submerged barge out of the water at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12) evaluation. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors and Ukrainian service members work together to raise a submerged barge at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - A Ukrainian PTS-2 amphibious assault vehicle from the to Ukrainian navy ship UPN Konstantin Olshanskiy (U 402) demonstrates capabilities during a demonstration as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, left, talks with Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), right, during a training event. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, shakes hands with a Ukrainian marine during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Capt. Dan Shaffer, commander, Destroyer Squadron 60, center right, and Ukrainian navy Capt. Denis Berezovsky, commander, Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12), center left, speak to Ukrainian media during a land component media availability day as part of SB12. SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) gets underway to participate in the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - The guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) gets underway to participate in the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Sailors standby to cast off mooring lines as the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) prepares to get underway to participate in the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Turkish Midshipman Fatih Baris, right, receives training from Electronics Technician 2nd Class David Grajales, left, during special sea and anchor detail aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) as the ship departs Odessa, Ukraine, to begin the at-sea portion of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U 130) leads Turkish navy patrol boats TCG Kalkan (P 331), TCG Tufan (P 333), and Georgian coast guard vessel Sokhumi (P 24) during a ship handling exercise during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  BLACK SEA - Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Brittany Hargrove and Cmdr. Michael Meredith, executive officer of the guided- missile cruiser USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109), observe as Ukrainian navy frigate Hetman Sahaydachniy (U130) pulls across the bow of the ship during a towing exercise as a part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Musician 3rd Class Patrick Pedlar, left on trumpet, Musician 3rd Class Andrew Francisco on tenor saxophone, Musician 2nd Class Willie Brandon, right, Marine Staff Sgt. Robert Hungerford, tuba, from U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, Topside, perform for a crowd in Odessa as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine – Musician 2nd Class Vincent Moody, left on trumpet, Musician 3rd Class Patrick Pedlar, center on trumpet, Musician 3rd Class Andrew Francisco, center right on tenor saxophone, and Musician 2nd Class Willie Brandon, right on trombone, from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, Topside, perform for a crowd in Odessa during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine – Musicians assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Europe Band, Topside, perform for a crowd in Odessa during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. navies, aims to improve maritime safety, security and stability engagements in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - A Ukrainian diver participates in combined maritime training at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Ukrainian divers take part in first-aid training at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base as part of Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Ukrainian divers don scuba gear in preparation for a combined training evolution at the Ukrainian Western Naval Base during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - Members of U.S. Naval Forces Europe Brass Band, perform for the local community at Gorsad Garden in Odessa, Ukraine, during Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12). SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine - U.S. Navy Vice Adm. Frank Pandolfe, commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, right, and Ukrainian navy Vice Adm. Yuriy Ilyin, acting Ukrainian chief of naval operations, left, field questions from Ukrainian media during the opening press conference for Exercise Sea Breeze 2012 (SB12) at the Odessa Officers Club, July 9. SB12, an annual multinational exercise in the Black Sea, is a combined air, land and maritime exercise designed to improve maritime safety, security and stability in the Black Sea by enhancing the capabilities of Partnership for Peace and Black Sea regional maritime security forces. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  CONSTANTA, Romania (June 1, 2012) - Military Sealift Command (MSC) Capt. Peter A.C. Long welcomes multinational divers aboard MSC rescue and salvage ship USNS Grasp (T-ARS 51) during Eurasian Partnership (EP) Dive 2012. EP Dive 2012, a multinational training event co-hosted by the Romanian and U.S. Navies, includes participants from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Romania, Ukraine and U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  CONSTANTA, Romania (June 1, 2012) - The Military Sealift rescue and salvage Command ship USNS Grasp (T-ARS 51) disembarks multinational divers after a tour of the ship during Eurasian Partnership (EP) Dive 2012. EP Dive 2012, a multinational training event co-hosted by the Romanian and U.S. Navies, includes participants from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Romania, Ukraine and U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Col. Shawn D. Fritz (EUCOM J5), Mr. Laschenko Leonid Ivanovych (TB Center Director) and Ukrainian officials open the “Ruska Poliana” Children’s TB Rehab Center. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Col. Shawn D. Fritz planting an evergreen tree next to the renovated Children's TB Center in the Ukraine as Lt. Col. Tracey Rueschhoff, Chief ODC Ukraine, her son Alex, the Staff and Ukraine National media look on Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Maj. Sven Olson, BAO Ukraine California National Guard, teaches the children how to do the "wave" at the opening of the “Ruska Poliana” Children’s TB Rehab Center. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  CONSTANTA, Romania (May 31, 2012) - Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Nick Tabacco, left, assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8, explains the MK-16 Mod 1 underwater breathing apparatus’ basic functions to Azerbaijani navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 3rd Class Beybala Maharramov, center, aboard the Romanian navy ship Saturn during Eurasian Partnership (EP) Dive 2012. EP Dive 2012, a multinational training event co-hosted by the Romanian and U.S. Navies, includes participants from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Romania, Ukraine and U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  CONSTANTA, Romania (May 31, 2012) – Bulgarian navy diver 1st Class Stamen Carkov gives the signal to dive to personnel aboard the Romanian navy ship Saturn during Eurasian Partnership (EP) Dive 2012. EP Dive 2012, a multinational training event co-hosted by the Romanian and U.S. Navies, includes participants from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Romania, Ukraine and U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  CONSTANTA, Romania (May 31, 2012) – Azerbaijani navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician 1st Class Coskun Safiyeu, left, dives from a small boat during Eurasian Partnership (EP) Dive 2012. EP Dive 2012, a multinational training event co-hosted by the Romanian and U.S. Navies, includes participants from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Romania, Ukraine and U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  CONSTANTA, Romania (May 31, 2012) – Georgian coast guard explosive ordnance disposal technician Mechan Sgt. George Kakhidze participates in a diving exercise during Eurasian Partnership (EP) Dive 2012. EP Dive 2012, a multinational training event co-hosted by the Romanian and U.S. Navies, includes participants from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Romania, Ukraine and U.S. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Jan. 30, 2012) - Ukrainian and U.S. Sailors aboard of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) work together on the forecastle of the ship as it departs from Sevastopol, Ukraine. Vella Gulf, homeported out of Norfolk, Va., is currently conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Jan. 28, 2012) - Fire Controlman 2nd Class Kevin Cunningham (center right) and Fire Controlman 3rd Class Matthew Mazzella of the guided missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) explain boarding equipment to a group of Ukrainian sailors during a tour aboard the ship. Vella Gulf, homeported out of Norfolk, Va., is currently conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Jan. 28, 2012) - Damage Controlman 3rd Class Sheri Russell of the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) explains fire-fighting equipment to a group of Ukrainian sailors during a tour aboard the ship. Vella Gulf, homeported out of Norfolk, Va., is currently conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Jan. 27, 2012) - Capt. Mark Harris, (right) commanding officer of the guided missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf, and members of the boarding team aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Vella Gulf (CG 72) explain equipment used during boarding evolutions to Ukrainian Navy Capt. Andrew Rhyzenko during a tour of the ship. Vella Gulf, homeported out of Norfolk, Va., is currently conducting theater security cooperation and maritime security operations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  VALLETTA, Malta (Dec. 5, 2011) - The Armed Forces of Malta counterpiracy vessel protection detachment demonstrates aerial boarding procedures during Eurasia Partnership Capstone (EPC) 2011. Participants for EPC 2011 include approximately 100 representatives from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Malta, Romania, Ukraine and the United States, who will focus on strengthening maritime relationships between Eurasian nations. Training workshops will range from maritime law enforcement, maritime search and rescue, marine environmental protection, leadership development courses for noncommissioned officers and, for the first time during EPC, advanced network-enabled maritime interdiction operations (MIO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  VALLETTA, Malta (Dec. 5, 2011) - The Armed Forces of Malta counterpiracy vessel protection detachment demonstrates aerial boarding procedures during Eurasia Partnership Capstone (EPC) 2011. Participants for EPC 2011 include approximately 100 representatives from Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Malta, Romania, Ukraine and the United States, who will focus on strengthening maritime relationships between Eurasian nations. Training workshops will range from maritime law enforcement, maritime search and rescue, marine environmental protection, leadership development courses for noncommissioned officers and, for the first time during EPC, advanced network-enabled maritime interdiction operations (MIO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SEVASTOPOL, Ukraine (Oct. 21, 2011) - Ukrainian Lt. Moiseinko Ihoe (right) observes bridge operations as the guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) arrives in Sevastopol for a port visit. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment in the Black Sea and serves to promote peace and security in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Damage Controlman 1st Class Adam Duford explains the proper use of the self-contained breathing apparatus to Ukrainian officers and enlisted sailors during a shipboard firefighting course aboard USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) while inport Sevastopol. Philippine Sea visited Sevastopol for a three-day port visit to strengthen the military partnership between Ukraine and the United States through joint military exercises and training. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment in the Black Sea and serves to promote peace and security in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Hull Technician Fireman Justin Whipple shows Ukrainian Seaman Michel Mnua how to adjust the face mask on a self-contained breathing apparatus during a shipboard firefighting course aboard USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) while inport Sevastopol. Philippine Sea visited Sevastopol for a three-day port visit to strengthen the military partnership between Ukraine and the United States through joint military exercises and training to build upon the collective international capabilities and enhance overall maritime domain awareness in the Black Sea. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment in the Black Sea and serves to promote peace and security in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Capt. Herbert Hadley, commanding officer of USS Philippine Sea (CG 58), thanks Ukrainian military and civilian guests for their hospitality during a reception held in their honor while inport Sevastopol. Philippine Sea visited Sevastopol for a three-day port visit to strengthen the military partnership between Ukraine and the United States through joint military exercises and training to build upon the collective international capabilities and enhance overall maritime domain awareness in the Black Sea. Philippine Sea is on a scheduled deployment in the Black Sea and serves to promote peace and security in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Capt. Herbert Hadley, left, commanding officer of USS Philippine Sea (CG 58), presents Mr. Viktor Yatsuba, center, mayor of Sevastopol, a command ballcap prior to a reception for Ukrainian military and civilian guests while inport Sevastopol. Philippine Sea visited Sevastopol for a three-day port visit to strengthen the military partnership between Ukraine and the United States through joint military exercises and training to build upon the collective international capabilities and enhance overall maritime domain awareness in the Black Sea. Philippine Sea is on a regularly scheduled deployment in the Black Sea and serves to promote peace and security in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  GRAFENWOEHR, Germany (Sept. 21, 2011) – Members of the Ukraine military monitor and maintain network access during Combined Endeavor 2011 in Grafenwoehr, Germany, Sept. 19. Combined Endeavor is a multination exercise involving nearly 40 NATO, Partnership for Peace and strategic security partners, and is designed to increase interoperability and communications processes between the participating nations.  (Photo by US Air Force Staff Sgt. Ryan Whitney) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  GRAFENWOEHR, Germany (Sept. 21, 2011) – Members of the Ukraine military monitor and maintain network access during Combined Endeavor 2011 in Grafenwoehr, Germany, Sept. 19. Combined Endeavor is a multination exercise involving nearly 40 NATO, Partnership for Peace and strategic security partners, and is designed to increase interoperability and communications processes between the participating nations.  (Photo by US Air Force Staff Sgt. Ryan Whitney) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Participants of the Jackal Stone multinational special operations forces exercise salute each participating nation’s flags during the opening ceremony held at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base Sept. 17, 2011. The purpose of the exercise, being held in Romania, Bulgaria and Ukraine, is to enhance special operations forces capacity and interoperability between the nine participating nations, while simultaneously building cooperation and partnerships. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  U.S. and Ukrainian special operations forces climb into a rigid hull inflatable boat from the ROS Midia (LSNS 283) as a part of Exercise Jackal Stone 2011, on Sept. 14, 2011, in Romania. Jackal Stone is an annual multinational special operations exercise designed to promote cooperation and interoperability between participating forces, build functional capacity and enhance readiness. This year nine nations are participating in various locations in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Ukrainian special operations forces conduct fast ropefamiliarization training with Sailors from U.S. Navy Special Warfare Unit 2 on a Chinook helicopter from the U.S. Army’s 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment in Romania Sept. 13, 2011. Jackal Stone is an annual multinational special operations exercise designed to promote cooperation and interoperability between participating forces, build functional capacity and enhance readiness. This year nine nations are participating in various locations in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Romanian marksmanship instructor observes a Ukrainian special operations forces member during weapons familiarization training as part of Exercise Jackal Stone 2011 on Sept. 12, 2011, in Romania. Jackal Stone is an annual multinational special operations exercise designed to promote cooperation and interoperability between participating forces, build functional capacity and enhance readiness. This year nine nations are participating in various locations in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Norwegian, Ukrainian and Romanian special operations forces fastrope from a U.S. Navy MH-60 Seahawk helicopter and a Romanian Navy Puma helicopter as a part of Exercise Jackal Stone 2011, on Sept. 12, 2011, in Romania. Jackal Stone is an annual multinational special operations exercise designed to promote cooperation and interoperability between participating forces, build functional capacity and enhance readiness. This year nine nations are participating in various locations in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Ukrainian and Romanian special operations forces fastrope from a Romanian Navy Puma helicopter as a part of Exercise Jackal Stone 2011, on Sept. 12, 2011, in Romania. Jackal Stone is an annual multinational special operations exercise designed to promote cooperation and interoperability between participating forces, build functional capacity and enhance readiness. This year nine nations are participating in various locations in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Ukrainian and Romanian special operations forces fastrope from a U.S. Navy MH-60 helicopter as a part of Exercise Jackal Stone 2011, on Sept. 12, 2011, in Romania. Jackal Stone is an annual multinational special operations exercise designed to promote cooperation and interoperability between participating forces, build functional capacity and enhance readiness. This year nine nations are participating in various locations in Bulgaria, Romania and Ukraine. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Students celebrate the first day of school in the newly renovated Ochakiv School in the Ukraine Sept. 1. The $600K project replaced the roof, windows and siding with energy efficient material; completely renovated the school indoor gym and locker rooms; and renovated the two English language classrooms. This school renovation project was selected by the Ukrainian Embassy, funded through the U.S. European Command Civic Engagement Branch, and executed by Naval Facilities Engineering Command with a local construction company. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Iowa Air National Guard F-16 Fighter Aircarft take-off from Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine as Safe Skies 2011 comes to an end. Safe Skies is a military to military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to protect and manage regional air space and promote air security and stability as Ukraine and Poland prepare for EUROCup 2012. In the foreground an Air National Guard member watches the take-off. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj, Matthew T. Mutti/released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  On July 30, 2011, an F-16 Fighter Aircraft from the 187th Fighter Wing, Alabama Air National Guard,prepares for it's last take-off from Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine as Safe Skies 2011 comes to an end. Safe Skies is a military to military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to protect and manage regional air space and promote air security and stability as Ukraine and Poland prepare for EUROCup 2012. In the foreground an Air National Guard member watches the take-off. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech.Sgt. Charles Vaughn/released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  On July 30, 2011, an F-16 Fighter Aircraft from the 187th Fighter Wing, Alabama Air National Guard,takes-off for the final time at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine as Safe Skies 2011 comes to an end. Safe Skies is a military to military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to protect and manage regional air space and promote air security and stability as Ukraine and Poland prepare for EUROCup 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj, Matthew T. Mutti/released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  On July 30, 2011, an F-16 Fighter Aircraft from the 187th Fighter Wing, Alabama Air National Guard, taxis by a Ukrainian Mig-29 for the final time at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine as Safe Skies 2011 comes to an end. Safe Skies is a military to military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to protect and manage regional air space and promote air security and stability as Ukraine and Poland prepare for EUROCup 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo by SMSgt Chris Drudge) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Ukrainian SU-27 returns to Mirgorod Air Base from the final air intercept mission during SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES is a multinational aerial event designed to provide a unique opportunity for Ukrainian, Polish and American Air Forces to fly together to help prepare the Polish and Ukrainians for enhanced air supremacy and air sovereignty operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn 144FW/PA) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Ukrainian SU-27 departs Mirgorod Air Base for the final air intercept mission during SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES is a multinational aerial event designed to provide a unique opportunity for Ukrainian, Polish and American Air Forces to fly together to help prepare the Polish and Ukrainians for enhanced air supremacy and air sovereignty operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn 144FW/PA) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Capt Richard Peace from the Alabama Air National Guard sits in the backseat of an SU-27 for an orientation ride during SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES is a multinational aerial event designed to provide a unique opportunity for Ukrainian, Polish and American Air Forces to fly together to help prepare the Polish and Ukrainians for enhanced air supremacy and air sovereignty operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn 144FW/PA) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Gen. Vasyl Nikiforov, Deputy Commander of the Ukrainian Air Force stands with Col Scott Patten, 187th Fighter Wing Commander poses with the joint Ukraine-U.S. Air National Guard team at the conclusion of SAFE SKIES 2011 at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine. SAFE SKIES is a multinational aerial event designed to provide a unique opportunity for Ukrainian, Polish and American Air Forces to fly together to help prepare the Polish and Ukrainians for enhanced air supremacy and air sovereignty operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Col. Kirk Toomey of the California Air National Guard sits in a planning meeting before the launch of an intercept mission during SAFE SKIES 2011. Safe Skies 2011 is a military-to-military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to enhance airspace security over the Ukraine and Poland in preparation for Eurocup 2012. (U. S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Ukraine SU-27s fly with Air National Guard F-16s over the sunflower fields of Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011. Safe Skies 2011 is a military-to-military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to enhance airspace security over the Ukraine and Poland in preparation for Eurocup 2012. (U. S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Col. Robert Swertfager, 144th Fighter Wing California Air National Guard, discusses the itinerary for Safe Skies 2011 with his Ukrainian counterparts July 16. Safe Skies 2011 is a State Partnership program military-to-military exchange between California, Ukraine and Poland to enhance airspace security over the Ukraine and Poland in preparation for Eurocup 2012. (U. S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Members of the California and Alabama Air National Guards arrive at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine July 16 2011 to take part in Safe Skies 2011. Safe Skies 2011 is a military-to-military exchange between the US, Ukraine and Poland to enhance airspace security over the Ukraine and Poland in preparation for Eurocup 2012. (U. S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Master Sgt Lance Smith, a propulsion supervisor from the Alabama Air National Guard, carries a test set to work on an F-16 while assisting in SAFE SKIES 2011 at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Senior Master Sgt. Art Cano and Tech. Sgt. Miguel Hernandez from the California Air National Guard unload a Mississippi Air National Guard C-17 at Mirgorord Air Base during SAFE SKIES 2011. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Air National Guard F-16C performs a barrier test at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Tech. Sgt. Glenn Marte a bioenvironmental technician from the 144th Fighter Wing completes a wet-bulb-globe reading to determine the heat index while supporting SAFE SKIES 2011 at Mirgord Air Base Ukraine. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Master Sgt. Darin Laity gets his blood pressure taken by Tech. Sgt. Eliza Villa, both members of the 144th Fighter Wing, California Air National Guard. The California Air National Guard medical staff is taking care of the 130 Guard members supporting SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Tech. Sgt. Kamee Wilson, a life support technician from the Alabama Air National Guard alters a flight suit for a Ukrainian pilot, who is participating in SAFE SKIES 2011. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Ukrainian SU-27 takes off from Mirgorod Air Base Ukraine; two Air National Guard F-16Cs are in the foreground. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Two Air National Guard F-16C fighter aircraft taxi down the flightline at Mirgorod Air Base Ukraine, preparing to take off for an air sovereignty mission on July 19, 2011, in the background is a Ukraine AN-26 . The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lined-up and ready to go, seven Air National Guard F-16C/Ds sit on the ramp at Mirgorod Air Base Ukraine. . The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Two Air National Guard F-16s fly in formation with 2 Ukraine SU-27s over Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine while a chase plane sits in the background. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Master Sgt. James D. Berg, 144 FW/CF / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Ukrainian SU-27 fighter aircraft taxies by an Alabama Air National Guard at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine. The Air National Guard is in Ukraine supporting SAFE SKIES 2011, a 2-week multinational flying event preparing Ukraine and Poland to better protect their airspace during the 2012 EUROPCUP. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA / Released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Capt. Steve Strandburg, from the Alabama Air National Guard prepares to fly Lt. Gen. Serhiy Onyschenko in an Air National Guard F-16D for an orientation flight at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti , 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Maj. Gen. Don Ralph and Lt. Gen. Vasyl Nikiforov stand in front of an Ukrainian SU-27 discussing their upcoming flight at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Maj. Gen. Don Ralph and Col. Scott Patten stand at a press conference at Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Gen. Vasyl Nikiforov , Lt. Gen. Serhiy Onyschenko, Maj. Gen. Don Ralph, and Col. Scott Patten stand with Maj. Gen. Paul Brown as he conducts a press conference at Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Maj. Gen. Paul Brown, Chief Master Sgt. Michael Cone, and Maj. Gen. Don Ralph converse before a press conference at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Air National Guard F-16Cs fly in formation with a Ukrainian SU-27 over Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Gen. Vasyl Nikiforov and Maj. Gen. Don Ralph Nikiforov sit in an Ukrainian SU-27 preparing for their upcoming flight at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 22, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Air National Guard F-16C taxis down the ramp at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine, preparing to be intercepted by Ukrainian SU-27s during SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE, Released). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Capt. John Weldon sits with his Ukraine partner in the Ground Control Intercept cell at Mirgorod Air Base Ukraine participating in SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE, Released). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Ukrainian airmen walks in front of an Air National Guard F-16 on the ramp of Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event promoting airspace security in preparation for the EUROCup 2012. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE, Released). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Col. Robert Swertfager, the SAFE SKIES 2011 Project Officer from the California Air National Guard, takes a piece of bread during a Ukrainian custom after landing at Migorod Air Base. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE, Released). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Col. Scott Patten , 187FW/CC from the Alabama Air National Guard shakes hands with Lt. Gen. Vasyl Nikiforov, Deputy Commander of the Ukrainian Air Force after the F-16s land at Mirgorod Air Base Ukraine for SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE, Released). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Alabama F-16C lands at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine, in the foreground Ukraine SU-27s sit perched on the ramp ready to begin the training event at SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE, Released). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Col. Kirk Toomey, and F-16 pilot from the California Air National Guard, prepares to taxi his F-16D with Lt. Col. Dmytro Fisher from Migorod Air Base Ukraine during SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Matthew T. Mutti, 104FW/CCE) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Capt. Frank Prokop, an F-16 pilot from the Alabama Air National Guard sits in the back seat of a Ukrainian SU-27 before his orientation ride on July 19, 2011 with Ukraine Col. Oleh Ges flying in the front seat during exercise SAFE SKIES 2011. SAFE SKIES 2011 is a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Formations from the U.S. Air National Guard and Ukrainian Air Force participate in the opening ceremonies at for SAFE SKIES 2011 on July 18, 2011 at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine; (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Pilots from the U.S.Air National Guard and Ukrainian air forces exchange greetings and well wishes at the conclusion of the opening ceremonies on July 18, 2011 at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine . (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Pilots from the U.S.Air National Guard and Ukrainian air forces exchange greetings and well wishes at the conclusion of the opening ceremonies on July 18, 2011 at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine. (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  The Ukrainian air force pilots pose with the California and Alabama Air National Guard after they shared the customary bread at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine; in preparation for SAFE SKIES 2011, a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event in Ukraine. (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Col. Brian Peterson takes a piece of bread during a Ukrainian custom immediately following the landing of the F-16s on the ramp of Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine; in preparation for SAFE SKIES 2011, a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S.aerial exchange event in Ukraine. (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Lt. Gen. Vasyl Nikiforov (Ukrainian Dept Commander of Ukraine AF) and said Lt. Col. Robert Swertfager (SAFE SKIES 2011 Project Officer) covers on the ramp at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine; in preparation for SAFE SKIES 2011, a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event in Ukraine. (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Alabama F-16C taxis in front of Ukrainian SU-27s and MIG-29s, on the ramp at Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine. This aircraft is the first Air National Guard fighter to ever land on Ukrainian soil in preparation for SAFE SKIES 2011, a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. aerial exchange event in Ukraine. (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  An Alabama F-16C makes a pass over Mirgorod Air Base, Ukraine; in preparation for SAFE SKIES 2011, a joint Ukraine, Poland, U.S. exchange event in Ukraine. (U.S. Air Force By Tech. Sgt. Charles Vaughn, 144 FW/PA /released) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A team of multinational Special Operations Forces medics from Hungary, Croatia and Ukraine hurries across an open field to take a simulated casualty to an awaiting aircraft during a Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A team of multinational Special Operations Forces medics from Hungary, Croatia and Ukraine undergo extreme stress inoculation from U.S. SOF medical personnel during their Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Croatian SOF medics evacuate a simulated casualty to safety as a Hungarian Special Forces medic evaluates their performance as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic, standing, evaluates a multinational team of Romanian, Latvian and Croatian SOF medics as they prepare to move a simulated casualty to safety as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces Medic, right, directs the evacuation of a simulated casualty to safety to his Romanian SOF medic counterpart during the Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Romanian, left, and Lithuanian Special Forces Medic, right, debates over the best method to evacuate simulated casualties to safety during the Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Croatian Special Forces medic provides first aid on a simulated casualty with limited visibility as an instructor from 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne) motivatessâ? him on during the Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Latvian Special Forces medic conducts first aid on a simulated casualty with limited visibility during the Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Romanian Special Forces medic, left, wraps a bandage around the head of a wounded prisoner as a Hungarian Special Forces medic provides security during their Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Romanian Special Forces medic, left, wraps a bandage around the head of a wounded prisoner as a Hungarian Special Forces medic provides security during their Field Training Exercise as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Lithuanian, center, and Croatian Special Forces medic, left, render first aid to a simulated casualty as part of a limited visibility scenario during the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Special Forces medic from Latvia obtains vascular access on a simulated casualty as part of conducting in flight medical aid during the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic, right, prepares a simulated casualty for aerial evacuation while a Romanian Special Forces medic, left, provides security as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic, right, prepares a simulated casualty for aerial evacuation while a Romanian Special Forces medic, left, provides security as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic wraps a bandage around a simulated casualty to prepare for aerial evacuation as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic inserts a catheter into a simulated casualty as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Romanian Special Forces medic, left, and a U.S. Army physician assigned to 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group evaluates a multinational team of SOF medics as they render first aid to a simulated casualty to safety as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer ���¢à photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic, left, and a Romanian Special Forces medic prepare to render first aid to a simulated casualty as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A Hungarian Special Forces medic, left, and a U.S. Army Special Forces medical sergeant assigned to 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), evaluates a multinational team of SOF medics as they prepare to move a simulated casualty to safety as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. (U.S. Army photo by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR Public Affairs Officer â? photo approved for public release by Master Sgt. Donald Sparks, SOCEUR PAO). Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  A U.S. Army Special Forces medical sergeant assigned to 1st Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group (Airborne), observes a Romanian Special Forces medic conduct first aid on a simulated wounded troop as part of the Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) course held in Udbina, Croatia. U.S. Special Operations Command Europe (SOCEUR) developed and conducted the TCCC Train-the-Trainer course to enhance the SOF capability and interoperability of SOF medics from eight NATO and partner nations, but most importantly, to incorporate one recognized standard for managing trauma on the battlefield. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - Exercise Sea Breeze 2011 leadership conduct an interview with local media during a joint land component demonstration. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - Ukrainian marines and U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsmen participate in a medical evacuation training evolution during a joint land component demonstration as part of exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - Multinational marines provide support during an improvised explosive device training evolution during a joint land component demonstration as part of exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - A Macedonian marine provides extra countermeasure support during a joint land component demonstration as part of exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - A Ukrainian marine mans his post during a joint land component demonstration as part of exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Daniel Botty, non-lethal weapons instructor, explains non-lethal weapons training to local media during a joint land component demonstration as part of exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  SHIROKILAN, Ukraine (June 11, 2011) - U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Daniel Botty, a non-lethal weapons instructor, explains the proper use of non-lethal weapons during a media availability as part of exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 10, 2011) Capt. Daniel J. Schebler, deputy exercise director for Exercise Sea Breeze 2011, discusses training plans with Ukrainian and U.S. Navy personnel. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stephen Oleksiak) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 10, 2011) Lt. Col. Stephen Griffith (left), Ukrainian Lt. j.g. Eugene Adamenko (Center), and Ukrainian Lt. Col. Volodimir Belskiy (right) discuss training plans for exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States are participating in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Stephen Oleksiak) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011)Musician 2nd Class Kori Gillis of Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, rock band, Flagship, signs autographs for the local community after performing a concert in the Gorsad Gardens during exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States will participate in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011) - Members of Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, rock band, Flagship, hold a concert for the local community in Gorsad Garden during exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States will participate in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011) - Members of Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe, rock band, Flagship, hold a concert for the local community in Gorsad Garden during exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States will participate in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011)Members of the Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe rock band, Flagship, sign autographs for the local community after performing a concert in Gorsad Garden during exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States will participate in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011)Members of the Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe rock band, sign autographs for the local community after performing a concert in Gorsad Garden during exercise Sea Breeze 2011. Air, land and naval forces from Azerbaijan, Algeria, Belgium, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Macedonia, Moldova, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States will participate in Sea Breeze, the largest multinational maritime exercise this year in the Black Sea, June 6-18, and is co-hosted by the Ukrainian and U.S. Navies. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011)-- Capt. John Dorey, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68), speaks with Ukrainian media while Air Force Tech Sgt. Danny PeeÃa translates during a media availability. Anzio is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in support of 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 Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011)-- Cryptologic Technician (Linguistics) 1st Class Diana Oquendo speaks with Ukrainian media during a media availability aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68). Anzio is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in support of 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 Caitlin Conroy/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011) Capt. John Dorey, commanding officer of the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68), speaks with Ukrainian media while Air Force Tech Sgt. Danny PeeÃa translates during a media availability. Anzio is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in support of 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 Stephen Oleksiak/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  ODESSA, Ukraine (June 7, 2011) Members of the visit, board, search and seizure team aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) speak with Ukrainian media during a media availability. Anzio is deployed as part of the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group in support of 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 Stephen Oleksiak/RELEASED) Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Ukraine soldiers from the 79th Airmobile Brigade go all out to conclude a martial arts demonstration on Dec. 6, Ukraine Armed Forces Day, on Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo. The 79th Airmobile Brigade is an elite paratrooper unit with specialized training in hand-to-hand combat. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Warrant Officer Evgen Dzybak takes down Pvt. Vladimir Filonok during a martial arts demonstration on Dec. 6, Ukraine Armed Forces Day, on Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo. Both soldiers are members of the 79th Airmobile Brigade, an elite paratrooper unit with specialized training in hand-to-hand combat. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  Ukraine Army Maj. Evgen Piven disarms Ukrainian Army Pvt. Mikhail Moroz during a martial arts demonstration on Dec. 6, Ukraine Armed Forces Day, at Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo. Both soldiers are members of the 79th Airmobile Brigade, an elite paratrooper unit with specialized training in hand-to-hand combat. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  U.S. and Ukrainian soldiers throw water bottles and taunt the Kosovo Tactical Maneuver element during a Crowd and Riot Control exercise, Nov. 17, at Camp Rigas Fereos. The U.S. and Ukrainian soldiers played the roles of rioters in the exercise that was held to help familiarize Multinational Battle Group East with the tactical techniques and procedures of the KTM. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  TA QALI, Malta (Nov. 16, 2010) -- Eurasia Partnership Capstone 2010 (EPC 10) participants come together in a teambuilding exercise by competing in obstacle courses. The groups were randomly selected to encourage participants from each country to work together. EPC is a maritime forces conference designed to build relationships and partnerships, and aims to improve interoperability between Eurasian nations through workshops and seminars. Participating nations include are Participating nations include are Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Israel, Malta, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Ukraine and United States. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...
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  TA QALI, Malta (Nov. 16, 2010)-- Eurasia Partnership Capstone 2010 (EPC 10) participants come together in a teambuilding exercise by competing in obstacle courses. The groups were randomly selected to encourage participants from each country to work together. EPC is a maritime forces conference designed to build relationships and partnerships, and aims to improve interoperability between Eurasian nations through workshops and seminars. Participating nations include are Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Greece, Israel, Malta, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Ukraine and United States. Hi-res / Details / Comments ...