Items Tagged with "readiness"
Article | NATO forces partner for Thracian Summer
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July 20, 2016
During the two-week forward training deployment (FTD), the 37th Airlift Squadron are conducting tactical flight training which include low-level flights, airdrop training with partnered forces and other related training events. The evolutions help preserve joint readiness, build interoperability and strengthen relationships with our NATO allies.
Photo | United States European Command Image
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July 20, 2016
Airmen from the 37th Airlift Squadron inspect C-130J Super Hercules before a formation flight during Exercise Thracian Summer 2016 July 17, Plovdiv, Bulgaria. During the two-week forward training deployment, the 37th Airlift Squadron are conducting tactical flight training which include low-level flights, airdrop training with partnered forces and other related training events. The evolutions help preserve joint readiness, build interoperability and strengthen relationships with our NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Keim)
Photo | United States European Command Image
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July 20, 2016
Senior Airman Emily Mitchell and Staff Sgt. Joshua Nelson, both 37th Airlift Squadron loadmasters secure cargo into a before flight during Exercise Thracian Summer 2016 July 17, Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Through strengthened relationships and consistent training exercises with allies and partners, the U.S. demonstrates its shared commitment to a safe and secure Europe. These off-station training events improve interoperability with international partners to ensure that we train like we fight when and if called upon to do so in the future. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Keim)
Photo | United States European Command Image
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July 20, 2016
Senior Airman Emily Mitchell, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster prepares a C-130J Super Hercules before flight during Exercise Thracian Summer 2016 July 17, Plovdiv, Bulgaria. During the two-week forward training deployment, the 37th Airlift Squadron are conducting tactical flight training which include low-level flights, airdrop training with partnered forces and other related training events. The evolutions help preserve joint readiness, build interoperability and strengthen relationships with our NATO allies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Keim)
Photo | United States European Command Image
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July 20, 2016
Capt. Derek Patrick, 37th Airlift Squadron pilot, flies over Plovdiv, Bulgaria during a formation flight during Exercise Thracian Summer 2016 July 17, Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Through Exercise Thracian Summer, the U.S. and Bulgaria will enhance their mutual ability to work together, with other NATO nations, and with key partners on regional security (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Keim)
Photo | United States European Command Image
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July 20, 2016
Senior Airman Emily Mitchell and Staff Sgt. Joshua Nelson, both 37th Airlift Squadron loadmasters sit on the ramp of a C-130J Super Hercules during a formation flight during Exercise Thracian Summer 2016 July 17, Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Through Exercise Thracian Summer, the U.S. and Bulgaria will enhance their mutual ability to work together, with other NATO nations, and with key partners on regional security (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Keim)
Photo | United States European Command Image
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July 20, 2016
Senior Airman Emily Mitchell and Staff Sgt. Joshua Nelson, both 37th Airlift Squadron loadmasters sit on the ramp of a C-130J Super Hercules during a formation flight during Exercise Thracian Summer 2016 July 17, Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Through Exercise Thracian Summer, the U.S. and Bulgaria will enhance their mutual ability to work together, with other NATO nations, and with key partners on regional security (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nicole Keim)
Photo | SWIFT RESPONSE 16
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July 13, 2016
U.S. Soldiers of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment prepare for movement during Swift Response 16 training exercise at the Hohenfels Training Area, a part of the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, in Hohenfels, Germany, Jun. 22, 2016. Exercise Swift Response is one of the premier military crisis response training events for multi-national airborne forces in the world. Swift Response 16 includes more than 5,000 Soldiers and Airmen from Belgium, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain and the United States and takes place in Poland and Germany, May 27-June 26, 2016. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Bryan Rankin/Released)
Photo | Soldiers Stand Together
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January 26, 2016
In front of a formation of two allied nations, a Polish and American soldier stand side by side bearing their country’s colors before an opening of training ceremony recognizing the partnership between the two participating units, K Troop, 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, and the 12th Mechanized Brigade, Polish Army, Jan. 18, at Konotop, Poland. Following the ceremony, 3-2 Cavalry Soldiers conducted squad-level training alongside Polish allies in support of Atlantic Resolve, a multinational demonstration of continued U.S. commitment to the collective security of North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Paige Behringer, 10th Press Camp Headquarters)
Photo | US, Romanian and Bulgarian Forces Conduct Multilateral Exercise
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January 14, 2016
U.S. Marines with the Combined Arms Company, Black Sea Rotational Force familiarize Bulgarian Soldiers with the M-777 Howitzer artillery cannon during Platinum Lion 16-2 at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria, Jan. 7, 2016. Exercise Platinum Lion increases readiness and demonstrates our collective ability to operate as a single force committed to protecting the sovereignty of NATO allies and other European partners. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Justin T. Updegraff/ Released)
Photo | Madhatters Night Ops
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April 22, 2015
An F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 492nd Fighter Squadron takes off from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England, Feb. 5, 2015. The pilot’s training focuses on maintaining joint readiness while building interoperable capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dawn M. Weber/Released)
Article | EUCOM provides update on the European Reassurance Initiative
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April 20, 2015
U.S. European Command continues to support the defense and security of NATO allies and bolster the security and capacity of U.S. partners in Europe. The European Reassurance Initiative (ERI), part of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2015, signed by President Obama on December 19, 2014, included $985 million in ERI funds. These monies enable the Department of Defense to continue its efforts to reinforce America’s solemn commitment to the safety and territorial integrity of our allies and to strengthen the security and capacity of our partners in the region.
Blog Post | Spiritual readiness is vital to mission readiness -- Command Chaplain speaks at Spanish Armed Forces Prayer Breakfast
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May 14, 2014
Chaplain Weeden recently visited the Spanish Armed Forces at the invitation of the Spanish Minister of Defense.
Video | PREVIEW TO STEADFAST JAZZ 2013
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November 4, 2013
NATO and partner nations will conduct Exercise Steadfast Jazz 2013 in Latvia and in Poland from 2 - 9 November 2013. The event will mark the culmination of a series of dynamic and demanding exercises designed to train and test troops and commanders from the NATO Response Force (NRF).
The Steadfast series of exercises are part of NATO's efforts to maintain connected and interoperable forces at a high-level of readiness.
To know more about Steadfast Jazz 2013:
http://sj13.nato.int/steadfast-jazz.aspx
Photo | A C-130J Hercules takes off from an airfield in Masada, Israel
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February 5, 2013
A C-130J Hercules takes off from an airfield in Masada, Israel, Feb. 5, 2013. The 86th Airlift Wing conducted a flying training deployment with the Israeli air force in order to strengthen partnerships and maintain readiness for contingency operations.
Photo | A C-130J Hercules flies a training sortie above the Negev desert in Israel
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February 4, 2013
A C-130J Hercules flies a training sortie above the Negev desert in Israel Feb. 4, 2013. The 86th Airlift Wing conducted a flying training deployment with the Israeli air force in order to strengthen partnerships and maintain readiness for contingency operations.
Photo | Staff Sgt. Jim Gettis, 86th Operations Support Squadron loadmaster, explains the capabilities of the C-130J Hercules to Segen Rishon Mor Dudkin
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February 3, 2013
Staff Sgt. Jim Gettis, 86th Operations Support Squadron loadmaster, explains the capabilities of the C-130J Hercules to Segen Rishon Mor Dudkin, 757th Squadron loadmaster, at Nevatim Air Force Base, Israel, Feb. 3, 2013. The 86th Airlift Wing conducted a flying training deployment with the Israeli air force in order to strengthen partnerships and maintain readiness for contingency operations.
Photo | U.S. Navy Sixth Fleet Command Master Chief, fires one of the weapons systems of a Striker Vehicle during the Combatant Commander's Conference
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August 22, 2012
GRAFENWOEHR, Germany - Command Master Chief Marco Ramirez, U.S. Navy Sixth Fleet Command Master Chief, fires one of the weapons systems of a Striker Vehicle during the Combatant Commander's Conference on August 22, 2012. The conference, which takes place August 22 and 23 at the Joint Multinational Training Command, or JMTC, in Grafenwoehr, Germany is hosted by the United States Army in Europe and brings Europe's combatant commanders and senior enlisted advisor's together to discuss issues, challenges and opportunities to develop interoperability and unity of effort. The JMTC is the U.S. Army's largest overseas training command and regularly provides U.S. and international Soldiers facilities and opportunities to train in a sophisticated, complex, and real-time battle environment.
Article | Golden Eagles Complete Breeze 2012
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July 2, 2012
A P-3 and aircrew from Patrol Squadron 9’s “Golden Eagles” concluded their participation in the Bulgarian naval exercise Breeze 2012, July 1.
Video | Exercise puts Aviano Airmen to the test
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June 27, 2012
Being ready to respond to serious situations is all in a days work for these Airmen. SSgt Will Bracy takes a look at the talent that makes disaster response exercises as real as possible at Aviano Air Base, Italy.
Page | Defense Readiness Reporting System
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November 1, 2011
The Defense Readiness Reporting System is a mission-focused application that improves assessment of the U.S. Armed Forces ability to support the National Military Strategy.
Article | Full-Spectrum Training tests medical support, ground forces together
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October 12, 2011
The Joint Multinational Training Command provides a challenging training environment and all the training aids and devices needed ensure the medical staff from the 30th Medical Command (30th MEDCOM) is trained, while supporting the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team’s Full-Spectrum Training Environment rotation, hosted at Hohenfels Training Area, Oct. 3-24.
Photo | A Sailor aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52) stands aft lookout watch as the ship transits through the English Channel. Carr is homeported out of No
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June 27, 2011
ENGLISH CHANNEL (June 25, 2011) A Sailor aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52) stands aft lookout watch as the ship transits through the English Channel. Carr is homeported out of Norfolk, Va., and is on is a scheduled three month deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.
Photo | Gunners Mate 2nd Class Jacob Scio fires a compressed Air Slug through a MK 32 Torpedo Tube.
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June 25, 2011
ENGLISH CHANNEL (June 25, 2011) Gunners Mate 2nd Class Jacob Scio fires a compressed Air Slug through a MK 32 Torpedo Tube as part of a weekly maintenance schedule aboard the guided-missile frigate USS Carr (FFG 52). Carr is homeported out of Norfolk, Va., and is on is a scheduled three-month deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.
Photo | The executive officer aboard the guided missile USS Carr (FFG 52), and Ensign Michael Brown verify navigation points on a chart.
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June 25, 2011
ENGLISH CHANNEL (June 25, 2011) Cmdr. James Esposito, executive officer aboard the guided missile USS Carr (FFG 52), and Ensign Michael Brown verify navigation points on a chart while the ship transits through the English Channel. Carr is homeported out of Norfolk, Va., and is on is a scheduled three-month deployment supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility.
Photo | Landing Craft Unit (LCU) 1644 returns to the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41).
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June 24, 2011
ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 23, 2011) - Landing Craft Unit (LCU) 1644 returns to the well deck of the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41). The Whidbey Island is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, participating in the Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) off the coast of Spain.
Photo | Sailors stationed aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41) lower a boom lift into the ship's well deck.
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June 24, 2011
ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 23, 2011) - Sailors stationed aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41) lower a boom lift into the ship's well deck. The Whidbey Island is deployed as part of the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group, participating in the Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) off the coast of Spain.
Photo | The USS Mesa Verde (LSD 19) makes preparations to conduct amphibious operations while participating with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group in the Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise.
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June 24, 2011
ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 23, 2011) - The amphibious
transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LSD 19) makes preparations to conduct amphibious operations while participating with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group in the Spanish Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) off the coast of Spain.
Blog Post | CYBER ENDEAVOR 2011 Mid Planning Conference in Lisbon, Portugal
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April 12, 2011
Last week, William Poole and I (EUCOM Cyber Defense Division International Information Assurance Branch) wrapped up the Cyber Endeavor portion of the Combined Endeavor 2011 mid-planning conference. Let me give you a little background on Cyber Endeavor. Educators and technical professionals from governmental organizations, industry, and academia, provide cyber defense familiarization to audiences from an estimated 40 countries. Cyber Endeavor is the premier forum for international military, industry and academic professionals to collaborate and improve partnerships with the end goal of strengthening collective cyber defense capabilities.
Blog Post | Efficiencies in Europe: adjusting the US Force Posture
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April 11, 2011
There has been tremendous speculation over the past year about the future of U.S. Force Posture in Europe.
Blog Post | Stronger Together through Language
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December 29, 2010
The Defense Language Institute recently assigned a detachment to the Stuttgart military community, including EUCOM. Here, Cathy Gramling talks with Dan Regelbrugge about why the detachment is here, what they're doing, and what is in the future for DLI and EUCOM.
Article | Ukrainians military examine Joint Multinational Readiness Center blueprints
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May 26, 2010
HOHENFELS, Germany – A Ukrainian military delegation visited the Joint Multinational Readiness Center June 7 for a military-to-military exchange, looking for ideas to help modernize their country's own armed forces.
Blog Post | Thoughts on how to bring POWER forward
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March 11, 2010
As a social worker, who has worked for so many years in the civilian sector, I am always amazed at how well the military tries to take care of its soldiers and families. If only the rest of the people in the U.S. had access to some of the wonderful programs designed to support and enhance families and their quality of life. I have been at the Quality of Life Conference here in Garmisch since Monday, and have been impressed and moved by the enthusiasm, true caring, and willingness to help that the military has for the people who dedicate their lives to our country.
Article | Europe Regional Medical Command H1N1 update: Vaccine availability
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October 23, 2009
HEIDELBERG, Germany - This is the initial Europe Regional Medical Command H1N1 update. Periodic updates will include information about vaccine arrival, distribution, eligibility and vaccination schedules.
Article | Israeli, Turkish, U.S. forces build partnership in East Mediterranean
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August 20, 2009
USS STOUT, At sea - Naval forces from Israel, Turkey, and the U. S. conducted the underway portion of exercise Reliant Mermaid 2009 Aug. 19, as they departed from Aksaz Turkish Naval Base and entered the East Mediterranean Sea.
