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A doctor performs eye surgery on a patient at the Unidad Nacional de Oftalmología clinic in Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 29, 2022, as part of the HEART 22 mission.
Doctor perform eye surgery on a patient at the Unidad Nacional de Oftalmología clinic in Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 29, 2022, as part of the HEART 22 mission.
The Unidad Nacional de Oftalmología clinic in Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 29, 2022.
A medical care provider examines a patient’s eyes at the Unidad Nacional de Oftalmología clinic in Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 29, 2022.
A medical care provider puts drops into the eyes of a patients at the Unidad Nacional de Oftalmología clinic in Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 29, 2022.
Patients await are at the Unidad Nacional de Oftalmología clinic in Guatemala City, Guatemala, August 29, 2022.
Joy Brinduse and her brother, Peter Lautzenheiser, attend a ceremony in the Pentagon courtyard marking the founding of the National League of POW/MIA Families, June 21, 2019.
Kelly McKeague, director of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, speaks at a ceremony in the Pentagon courtyard marking the founding of the National League of POW/MIA Families, June 21, 2019.
David L. Norquist, who is performing the duties of the deputy secretary of defense, greets Ann Mills-Griffiths, chairman of the board of the National League of POW/MIA Families, during a ceremony in the Pentagon courtyard marking the founding of the National League of POW/MIA Families, June 21, 2019.
David L. Norquist, who is performing the duties of the deputy secretary of defense, greets Joy Brinduse, during a ceremony in the Pentagon courtyard of the founding of the National League of POW/MIA Families, June 21, 2019.
Jonathan Rath Hoffman, assistant to the secretary of defense for public affairs, speaks at the National World War II Memorial in Washington during an event commemorating the 75th anniversary of D-Day invasion, June 5, 2019. Volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
During a June 5, 2019, commemoration event at the National World War II Memorial, volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
During a June 5, 2019, commemoration event at the National World War II Memorial, volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
During a June 5, 2019, commemoration event at the National World War II Memorial, volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
During a June 5, 2019, commemoration event at the National World War II Memorial, volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
During a June 5, 2019, commemoration event at the National World War II Memorial, volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
A joint service color guard presents the colors during an event at the National World War II Memorial, June 5, 2019. Volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
Gunnery Sgt. Robert Singer of the "President's Own" U.S. Marine Corps Band plays taps at the National World War II Memorial in Washington during an event commemorating the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, June 5, 2019. Volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
Flags on display at the National World War II Memorial in Washington during an event commemorating the 75th anniversary of the D-Day invasion, June 5, 2019. Volunteers read the names of nearly 9,000 American service members who were killed in France during Operation Overlord, which began June 6, 1944.
Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Paul J. Selva, Holly Vega, Marine Corps Lt. Col. Javier Vega, and retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Stanley Clarke III, chairman of the Armed Forces Insurance board of directors, participate in the 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year award ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., May 9, 2019. Selva and Clarke presented Holly Vega with the award for 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. She was the Marine Corps nominee for the DOD-wide award.
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Milley, left, Maria Reed, Army Sgt. 1st Class Patrick Reed and Hollyanne Milley participate in the 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year award ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., May 9, 2019. Hollyanne Milley introduced Maria Reed as the Army nominee for the DOD-wide award.
Michelle D. Norman and Vice Adm. P. Carter Howe, associate director for military affairs at the Central Intelligence Agency, participate in the 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year award ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., May 9, 2019. Howe introduced Norman as the Navy nominee for the DOD-wide award.
Albert Frosch, Katelyn Tinsley, Air Force Tech. Sgt. Mark Tinsley, and Lt. Gen. Jacqueline VanOvost, director of the Air Force Staff, participate in the 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year award ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., May 9, 2019. VanOvost introduced Katelyn Tinsley as the Air Force nominee for the DOD-wide award. Frosch is Van Ovost's spouse.
Vice Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Charlie Ray, left, Jessica Manfre, Coast Guard Senior Chief Petty Officer Scott Manfre, and Donna Ray participate in the 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year award ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., May 9, 2019. Donna Ray introduced Jessica Manfre as the Coast Guard nominee for the DOD-wide award.
Air Force Gen. Joseph L. Lengyel, chief of the National Guard Bureau; Samantha Gomolka; Army Warrant Officer 2 Michael Gomolka; and Sally Lengyel participate in the 2019 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year award ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., May 9, 2019. Sally Lengyel introduced Samantha Gomolka as the National Guard nominee for the DOD-wide award.
The Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and Crewmember Monument is located in Section 35 of Arlington National Cemetery. It was dedicated April 18, 2018. The monument is carved in Barre granite, which was quarried in Vermont, and it is located near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Larry Earles, left, and Lawrence Lanier, right, both served as helicopter pilots during the Vietnam War. Dave Hause, center, served as a helicopter crew chief during the war. All three attended the dedication of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and Crewmember Monument at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C., April 18, 2018.
Retired Maj. Gen. Carl H. McNair, who served as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War, discussed the impact of rotary-wing aviation on the Vietnam War effort during the dedication of the Vietnam Helicopter Pilot and Crewmember Monument at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, D.C., April 18, 2018.
Capt. Jonathan Janiszewski, 2d Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, Air Defense Airspace Management cell, explains a portion of the "RAM Warn" system outside the BCT command tent, Oct. 14, 2016, in advance of Army Warfighter Assessment 17.1 at Fort Bliss, Texas.
A 3-D printer manufactures a part inside the "Rapid Fabrication via Additive Manufacturing on the Battlefield" facility, Oct. 14, 2016, at Fort Bliss, Texas. The R-FAB is one of the capabilities and concepts under assessment as part of the first Army Warfighter Assessment.
Chief Warrant Officer 2 Ron A. Billingslea, an allied tradesman with 2d Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, showcases parts he made on a 3-D printer inside the "Rapid Fabrication via Additive Manufacturing on the Battlefield" facility, Oct. 14, 2016. The R-FAB is one of the capabilities and concepts under assessment as part of the first Army Warfighter Assessment.
Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, commander of U.S. Forces Korea, places a medal around the neck of Korean War veteran William Hartley, Sept. 24, 2016, at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016.
Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, commander of U.S. Forces Korea, places a medal around the neck of Korean War veteran J.D. Bolt, Sept. 24, 2016, at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016.
Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, commander of U.S. Forces Korea, places a medal around the neck of Korean War veteran Ray Fore, Sept. 24, 2016, at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016.
Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, commander of U.S. Forces Korea, places a medal around the neck of Korean War veteran Bill Creed, Sept. 24, 2016, at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C. About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016.
Jack Walsh, left, a "guardian" with Blue Ridge Honor Flight, of Ashville, N.C., escorted Korean War veteran Brownie McCall, right, to the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C., Sept. 24, 2016. About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016.
Korean war veterans James Jean and Hilliard Staton placed a wreath at the Korean War Memorial in Washington, D.C., Sept. 24, 2016. About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016. The veterans, who were brought to Washington, D.C., courtesy of Blue Ridge Honor Flight out of Ashville, North Carolina, laid a wreath at the memorial and also received from the Korean government a medal commemorating their service. Attending the event with the veterans was U.S. Forces Korea commander, Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, and Maj. Gen. Shin Kyoung-soo, a Korean defense attaché to the United States.
About 88 veterans of the Korean War visited the Korean War Memorial in the nation's capital, Sept. 24, 2016. The veterans, who were brought to Washington, D.C., courtesy of Blue Ridge Honor Flight out of Ashville, North Carolina, laid a wreath at the memorial and also received from the Korean government a medal commemorating their service. Attending the event with the veterans was U.S. Forces Korea commander, Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, and Maj. Gen. Shin Kyoung-soo, a Korean defense attaché to the United States.
Stryker Combat Vehicles, part of 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, participated in an assault exercise, Sept. 20, 2016, at Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
Soldiers with Charlie Company, 1st Platoon, 2-1 Infantry, practiced entering and exiting a Stryker combat vehicle, Sept. 19, 2016, at the Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
Japanese snipers prepare for an assault on an urban target, Sept. 19, 2016, at the Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
After practicing exiting a Stryker combat vehicle, Soldiers with Charlie Company, 1st Platoon, 2-1 Infantry, took firing positions outside their vehicle, Sept. 19, 2016, at Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
Leading Pvt. Hitoshi Okuhira and Sfc. Kentako Mori, both infantry Soldiers with the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan, participated in the Rising Thunder Exercise, Sept. 19, at Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
Pfc. Juvenal Guzman, 2nd Infantry Division, 2-2 SBCT, 2-1 Infantry, a healthcare specialist and line medic, participated in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 20, 2016, at Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
A Stryker Combat Vehicle, part of 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team participated in an assault exercise, Sept. 20, 2016, at Yakima Training Center. About 900 Soldiers, 300 from Japan's 12th Infantry Regiment, 8th Division, Western Army, out of Kirishima, Japan; and about 600 Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, along with other Soldiers from 2nd SBCT, all part of the 7th Infantry Division out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, took part in the Rising Thunder exercise, Sept. 6-23 at the Yakima Training Center in Washington State.
Spc. Andres Medina Jr., with Joint Task Force Empire Shield, stands guard in Penn Station, in New York City, Aug. 17, 2016. His mission is to detect and deter terrorism.
Two Soldiers with Joint Task Force Empire Shield stand guard in Grand Central Station, in New York City, Aug. 17, 2016. Their mission is to detect and deter terrorism.
Sgt. Tiffany E. Roman, and Spc. Omar M. Alkasimi, both part of Joint Task Force Empire Shield, stand in formation, Aug. 17, 2016, at Fort Hamilton, New York. Afterward, they will spend the day standing guard in one of several transit hubs around New York City, with the goal of detecting and deterring terrorism.
Soldiers and Airmen with Joint Task Force Empire Shield stand in formation, Aug. 17, 2016, at Fort Hamilton, New York. Afterward, they will spend the day standing guard in one of several transit hubs around New York City with the goal of detecting and deterring terrorism.
Sgt. Erislav J. Astanov and Spc. Saul Revatta, both part of Joint Task Force Empire Shield, stand guard in a shopping mall and commuter hub, known as "the Oculus," located at the World Trade Center complex in New York City, Aug. 16, 2016. Their mission is to detect and deter terrorism.
At the World Trade Center complex in New York City, this fountain and another one just like it mark the footprints of the two towers that fell on Sept. 11, 2001 as a result of the terrorist attack that took place that day.
Deputy Inspector Michael Telfer, Transit Counterterrorism Coordinator with the City of New York Police Department, on the left, meets with Lt. Col. Peter P. Riley, commander of Joint Task Force Empire Shield, Aug. 16, 2016, in a tactical communications vehicle parked near the World Trade Center complex in New York City.
Spc. Andres Medina Jr., with Joint Task Force Empire Shield, stands guard in Penn Station, in New York City, Aug. 17, 2016. His mission is to detect and deter terrorism.
Capt. Rafael O. Ramirez, Charlie Company commander with Joint Task Force Empire Shield, talks with some of his troops in a shopping mall and commuter hub, known as "the Oculus," located at the World Trade Center complex in New York City, Aug. 16, 2016.
One World Trade Center is the main building now standing at the World Trade Center complex in New York City. This new tower was built in the years following the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attack. Also at the site, two fountains now mark the footprints of the two towers that fell.
Now-retired Maj. Gen. Jim Jackson, director of the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, places a pin on the lapel of now retired Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, July 17, 2016, in Arlington, Virginia. The pin commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Kettles is scheduled to receive the Medal of Honor on Monday, July 18, at the White House.
Brothers in arms of now-retired Army Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, all Vietnam War veterans, were honored Sunday, July 17, in Arlington, Virginia, with a lapel pin that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Kettles will receive the Medal of Honor on Monday, July 18, during a ceremony at the White House. The United States kicked off a commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the start of the Vietnam War on Memorial Day in 2012. Since then, the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration has handed out more than 850,000 lapel pins to veterans of that conflict
Brothers in arms of now-retired Army Lt. Col. Charles Kettles, all Vietnam War veterans, were honored on Sunday, July 17, in Arlington, Virginia, with a lapel pin that commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Kettles will receive the Medal of Honor on Monday, July 18, during a ceremony at the White House.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey met with about 100 Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets from the Philadelphia Military Academy, June 13, 2016, at the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry armory in Philadelphia, as part of the Army's 241st birthday celebration.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey and Chef Robert Irvine rappel down the side of the Fox 29 building in Philadelphia, June 14, 2016, during the Army's 241st birthday.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey and the undersecretary of the Army did morning physical training with more than 80 Soldiers, June 14, 2016, at in downtown Philadelphia at Independence National Historic Park, the same green space that holds the Liberty Bell, and across the street from Independence Hall. The event was part of the Army's 241st birthday celebration.
Under Secretary of the Army Patrick J. Murphy meets with Women's Army Auxiliary Corps veteran Elena Helen Bucci, of Philadelphia, at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, June 13, 2016, in advance of the Army's 241st birthday. Bucci joined the WAAC in 1941, and worked as a clerk. She said she was a "bashful type" and joined at the insistence of her mother. "I made my mother proud," she said.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey meets with Army Air Corps veteran Venuco Carmen, of Philadelphia, at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, June 13, 2016, in advance of the Army's 241st birthday. Carmen was drafted in 1942 and worked as a parachute rigger in both theaters in World War II.
Under Secretary of the Army Patrick J. Murphy and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey watch as Army veteran Myer Kurgan cuts an Army birthday cake at the Delaware Valley Veterans' Home, June 13, 2016, in advance of the Army's 241st birthday. Kurgan was drafted into the Army in 1941 and served until 1945.
Johnny Matheny, with the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab, shakes hands with a visitor during DARPA Demo Day, May 11, 2016, at the Pentagon. Matheny wears a prosthetic arm that attaches to his body, through his skin, and into his bone. It's part of the Revolutionizing Prosthetics Program, where DARPA wants to restore near-natural upper extremity control to service members who have lost limbs.
Johnny Matheny, with the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab, shakes hands with a visitor during DARPA Demo Day, May 11, 2016, at the Pentagon. Matheny wears a prosthetic arm that attaches to his body, through his skin, and into his bone. Researchers at Johns Hopkins, working for DARPA, have developed the experimental arm controlled by nerves with the goal of restoring a sense of normalcy to service members who have lost limbs.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey, left, talks with Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Mike D. Stevens, center, Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green, right, and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody (back to camera) in advance of a Feb. 26, 2016, testimony on Capitol Hill before the House Appropriations Committee, subcommittee on military construction, veterans affairs and related agencies. The four senior enlisted advisors discussed quality of life issues.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey, right, speaks with Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Mike D. Stevens, left, in advance of a Feb. 26, 2016, testimony on Capitol Hill before the House Appropriations Committee, subcommittee on military construction, veterans affairs and related agencies. The two, along with Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Ronald L. Green and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force James A. Cody discussed quality of life issues.
Army Secretary John M. McHugh and commander of troops, Col. Johnny K. Davis, inspect troops on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., Oct. 23, 2015, during a farewell tribute to McHugh.
Defense Secretary Ashton B. Carter pins a Distinguished Public Service Medal onto the lapel of Army Secretary John M. McHugh on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., Oct. 23, 2015, during a farewell tribute to McHugh.
The Presidential Salute Battery fires a 19-gun salute for Army Secretary John M. McHugh on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Va., Oct. 23, 2015, during a farewell tribute to McHugh.
The Mid-City Lanes Rock 'N Bowl Nightclub, at 4133 S Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, was submerged in water, Sept. 4, 2005, as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Flooding in New Orleans lasted several months following Hurricane Katrina, which made landfall, Aug. 29, 2005
Helicopters lift off at New Orleans International Airport, Sept. 2, 2005, to rescue residents of New Orleans, who were stranded by the flooding that followed Hurricane Katrina.
Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honore;, commander of Joint Task Force Katrina, then-Maj. Gen. William B. Caldwell, and then-adjutant general of Louisiana, Maj. Gen. Bennett C. Landreneau, meet with reporters at New Orleans International Airport to discuss relief operations for Hurricane Katrina, Sept. 4, 2005. Donald Rumsfeld, defense secretary at the time, is shown at the right of the image with his back to the camera.
A sign welcomes travelers to the airport in New Orleans.
Victims of Hurricane Katrina sit on baggage carts ourside the airport.
An M1A1 tank, with Soldiers from the 11th Armored Calvary Regiment, was part of the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
AH-64 Apache aircraft were part of the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
Capt. William Larsen, tank commander; Sgt. Jonathan Oliver, shell loader; Spc. Levi Benson, tank driver, and Sgt. Zachary Egan, gunner are all part of the 11th Armored Calvary Regiment. The four, along with eight other tank crews, participated in the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
Soldiers train during the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
An M1A1 tank, with Soldiers from the 11th Armored Calvary Regiment, was part of the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
An M1A1 tank, with Soldiers from the 11th Armored Calvary Regiment, was part of the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
AH-64 Apache aircraft were part of the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel A. Dailey met with Spc. Dalton M. Cummings, 82nd Airborne Division, during the Joint Forcible Entry exercise, Aug. 5-6, 2015, at the National Training Center on Fort Irwin, Calif.
Team Army took four gold medals, one silver medal and one bronze medal in the archery competition at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Quantico, Va., June 22, 2015.
Army veteran Sgt. Sean Hook took home two gold medals in recurve bow archery at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Quantico, Va., June 22, 2015.
An Army veteran competes at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Quantico, Va., June 22, 2015.
An Army veteran competes at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Quantico, Va., June 22, 2015.
Audience members show team spirit at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Quantico, Va., June 22, 2015.
An Army veteran celebrates at the 2015 Department of Defense Warrior Games in Quantico, Va., June 22, 2015.
Staff Sgt. Nate Washington, Master Sgt. Edell Price, Edwina Price, and Cpl. Buford Bracey, all from Fort Lee, Virginia, were among the several thousand motorcyclists queued up at the Pentagon, May 24, 2015, to participate in the Rolling Thunder motorcycle ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Now in its 28th year, the event, held on Memorial Day weekend, is meant to draw attention to Service members, who were taken prisoner of war, or who have gone missing in action.
Several thousand motorcyclists queued up at the Pentagon, May 24, 2015, to participate in the Rolling Thunder motorcycle ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
The Army plans to launch an aerostat, part of the "Joint Land Attack Cruise Missile Defense Elevated Netted Sensor," in late December 2014. The JLENS aerostat will be tethered to the ground at Graces Quarters, part of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. It will float at an altitude of about 10,000 feet. The aerostat carries radar equipment meant to help better detect cruise missiles.
The Army plans to launch an aerostat, part of the "Joint Land Attack Cruise Missile Defense Elevated Netted Sensor," in late December 2014. The JLENS aerostat will be tethered to the ground at Graces Quarters, part of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. It will float at an altitude of about 10,000 feet. The aerostat carries radar equipment meant to help better detect cruise missiles.
Maj. Gen. Glenn Bramhall, commander, 263rd Army Air and Missile Defense Command, spoke with members of the press during a Dec. 17, 2014, media day at Graces Quarters, part of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. During the media day, Army officials discussed the upcoming launch of an aerostat -- part of the larger "Joint Land Attack Cruise Missile Defense Elevated Netted Sensor" system. The JLENS aerostat will be tethered to the ground at Graces Quarters, and will float at an altitude of about 10,000 feet. The aerostat carries radar equipment meant to help better detect cruise missiles.
Lt. Col. William Pitts, with 263rd Army Air Defense Command, spoke with members of the press during a Dec. 17, 2014, media day at Graces Quarters, part of Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md. During the media day, Army officials discussed the upcoming launch of an aerostat -- part of the larger "Joint Land Attack Cruise Missile Defense Elevated Netted Sensor" system. The JLENS aerostat will be tethered to the ground at Graces Quarters, and will float at an altitude of about 10,000 feet. The aerostat carries radar equipment meant to help better detect cruise missiles.
Carol Sours, husband Buddy Sours, a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War, and dog Isaiah, participated in the 27th annual Rolling Thunder Motorcycle rally in support of POWs and MIAs. At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., tens of thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 27th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 25, 2014. The event is in its 27th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
Alex Teran, and father Omar Teran, both U.S. Marine Corps veterans, participated in the 27th annual Rolling Thunder Motorcycle rally in support of POWs and MIAs. At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., tens of thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 27th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 25, 2014. The event is in its 27th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
Keith Sellers, a U.S. Navy veteran of the Vietnam War, participated in the 27th annual Rolling Thunder Motorcycle rally in support of POWs and MIAs. At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., tens of thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 27th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 25, 2014. The event is in its 27th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
This tent, inside the Cape Ray, a nearly 650-foot-long ship, contains two "field deployable hydrolysis systems." The FDHS is designed to neutralize chemical weapons. Each $5 million system can, depending on the material, process between 5 to 25 metric tons of material a day. With two systems, that means as much as 50 metric tons a day of chemical warfare agents can be destroyed. The mission requires disposal of 700 metric tons of material.
Frank Kendall, under secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, spoke outside the Cape Ray, Jan. 2, to discuss the ship's upcoming mission to destroy chemical weapons.
Two of these "field deployable hydrolysis systems" are now installed on the Cape Ray, a nearly 650-foot-long ship now in Portsmouth, Va. The FDHS is designed to neutralize chemical weapons. Each $5-million system can, depending on the material, process between 5 to 25 metric tons of material a day. With two systems, that means as much as 50 metric tons a day of chemical warfare agents can be destroyed. The mission requires disposal of 700 metric tons of material.
Two of these "field deployable hydrolysis systems" are now installed on the Cape Ray, a nearly 650-foot-long ship now in Portsmouth, Va. The FDHS is designed to neutralize chemical weapons. Each $5-million system can, depending on the material, process between 5 to 25 metric tons of material a day. With two systems, that means as much as 50 metric tons a day of chemical warfare agents can be destroyed. The mission requires disposal of 700 metric tons of material.
The Cape Ray, a nearly 650-foot-long ship, was equipped with "field deployable hydrolysis systems." The FDHS is designed to neutralize chemical weapons. Each $5-million system can, depending on the material, process between 5 to 25 metric tons of material a day. With two systems, that means as much as 50 metric tons a day of chemical warfare agents can be destroyed.
Marine Corps Maj. Daniel Smith and daughter Kara Anne Smith, lay a wreath at a gravesite, Dec. 14, 2013, at Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia.
More than 143,000 wreaths were placed on gravesites, Dec. 14, 2013, as part of the 22nd annual "Wreaths Across America" event at Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia. For more than two decades now, volunteers have gathered to place wreaths on gravesites in the cemetery. The wreaths are manufactured by Worcester Wreath Company, of Harrington, Maine, and come to the cemetery by truck over the week in advance of the event.
More than 143,000 wreaths were placed on gravesites, Dec. 14, 2013, as part of the 22nd annual "Wreaths Across America" event at Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia. For more than two decades now, volunteers have gathered to place wreaths on gravesites in the cemetery. The wreaths are manufactured by Worcester Wreath Company, of Harrington, Maine, and come to the cemetery by truck over the week in advance of the event.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 26th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 26, 2013. The event is in its 26th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 26th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 26, 2013. The event is in its 26th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 26th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 26, 2013. The event is in its 26th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
Bill Scheuneman and wife Gail have been married for 42 years. The two rode together in Rolling Thunder 2013. At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 26th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 26, 2013.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 26th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 26, 2013. The event is in its 26th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
Kenichiro Sasae, the Japanese ambassador to the United States, presented the "Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette," May 21, 2013, to Terry Shima.
Terry Shima, a second-generation Japanese-American, and World War II veteran, listens to speakers during a ceremony, May 21, 2013, at the home of the Japanese ambassador to the United States. During the ceremony, Shima received the "Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette" award from the Japanese government.
The "Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette" was presented, May 21, 2013, to Terry Shima, by the government of Japan. Shima is a "Nisei," or second-generation Japanese-American. During World War II, he joined the 442nd Infantry Regiment in 1945 in Italy, where he was assigned to public relations. When the unit returned in July 1946, he continued to handle public relations for the veterans association in New York, in Washington, D.C., and in Honolulu. Following two years in the Army, he worked for the Foreign Service for 30 years.
The "Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette" was presented, May 21, 2013, to Terry Shima, by the government of Japan. Shima is a "Nisei," or second-generation Japanese-American. During World War II, he joined the 442nd Infantry Regiment in 1945 in Italy, where he was assigned to public relations. When the unit returned in July 1946, he continued to handle public relations for the veterans association in New York, in Washington, D.C., and in Honolulu. Following two years in the Army, he worked for the Foreign Service for 30 years.
During a briefing at the Pentagon, April 10, 2013, Maj. Gen. Karen E. Dyson, director of the Army Budget, and Davis S. Welch, deputy director of the Army Budget, discussed components of the Army's fiscal year 2014 budget proposal, including how much is marked for supporting personnel, how much is marked for facilities maintenance, and how much will go toward buying or modernizing war-fighting equipment.
During a briefing at the Pentagon, April 10, 2013, Maj. Gen. Karen E. Dyson, director of the Army Budget, and Davis S. Welch, deputy director of the Army Budget, discussed components of the Army's fiscal year 2014 budget proposal, including how much is marked for supporting personnel, how much is marked for facilities maintenance, and how much will go toward buying or modernizing war-fighting equipment.
During a briefing at the Pentagon, April 10, 2013, Maj. Gen. Karen E. Dyson, director of the Army Budget, and Davis S. Welch, deputy director of the Army Budget, discussed components of the Army's fiscal year 2014 budget proposal, including how much is marked for supporting personnel, how much is marked for facilities maintenance, and how much will go toward buying or modernizing war-fighting equipment.
Spc. Thomas Poux, from Fort Hood, Texas, sautes zucchini at the 2013 Military Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, Va.
Spc. Caleigh Arrington, from Fort Hood, Texas, prepares a desert at the 2013 Armed Services Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, Va.
Spc. Mike Hatton meets with Sgt. Maj. Mark W. Warren, of the Joint Culinary Center of Excellence, during the 2013 Armed Services Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, Va
Food prepared by service members at the 2013 Military Culinary Arts Competition at Fort Lee, Va.
Soldiers in a Caiman mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle evaluate networking equipment during the Network Integration Evaluation 13.1 on Fort Bliss training ranges located in New Mexico.
A Soldier participates in the Network Integration Evaluation 13.1, Nov. 17, 2012, at Fort Bliss, Texas.
Soldiers participate in the Network Integration Evaluation 13.1, Nov. 17, 2012, at Fort Bliss, Texas.
Soldiers participate in the Network Integration Evaluation 13.1, Nov. 17, 2012, at Fort Bliss, Texas.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Soldiers from the 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conducted training in a "decisive action training environment," at the Joint Readiness Training Center at Fort Polk, La., Oct. 9-21, 2012. The DATE training prepares Soldiers for day-one of a military operation, exercises a brigade's mission-essential task list, and supports the Army's core competencies, including both wide-area security and combined arms maneuver.
Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno, Secretary of the Army John M. McHugh, and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III cut the Army birthday cake at the 2012 Army Birthday Ball, June 16, 2012, in Washington, D.C.
Col. Gregory D. Gadson, director of the U.S. Army Wounded Warrior Program, gives a toast to fallen comrades, June 16, 2012, during the 2012 Army Birthday Ball, in Washington, D.C.
Hundreds of Soldiers and their families attended the 2012 Army Birthday Ball, June 16, 2012, in Washington, D.C.
Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal (left), and Anthony J. Stamilio, the deputy assistant secretary of the Army for Manpower and Reserve Affairs (right side), presented awards, May 31, 2012, at the Pentagon, to Ursula L. Burkhalter, human resources specialist, United States Army South, office of the deputy chief of staff, Army G-1; Nancy A. Lane, director for the North Central Region of the Civilian Human Resources Agency, office of the deputy chief of staff, Army G-1; and William Marriott, deputy chief of staff, personnel, U.S. Army Materiel Command. Marriott accepted the award on behalf of award recipient Col. Christopher B. Carlile, commander, Corpus Christi Army Depot, Texas.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 25th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 27, 2012. The event is in its 25th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This year's Rolling Thunder coincides with the 50th anniversary of the start of the Vietnam War. Many of the participants in the rally are veterans of that war. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 25th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 27, 2012. The event is in its 25th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This year's Rolling Thunder coincides with the 50th anniversary of the start of the Vietnam War. Many of the participants in the rally are veterans of that war. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
At the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., thousands of motorcyclists gathered to participate in the 25th "Rolling Thunder" motorcycle rally, May 27, 2012. The event is in its 25th year now. Participants from around the United States gathered at the Pentagon before embarking on a ride around the National Mall in Washington, D.C. This year's Rolling Thunder coincides with the 50th anniversary of the start of the Vietnam War. Many of the participants in the rally are veterans of that war. The rally brings attention to prisoners of war and those missing in action.
Two boys peer into a crew hatch on an Abrahams tank during the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 18, 2012.
Maj. Silas R. Bowman explains the M-320 grenade launcher attachment for an M-4 carbine, to a visitor at the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 18, 2012.
Staff Sgt. Joshua L. Ross talks with a visitor in front of an M3A3 Bradley during the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 18, 2012.
Sgt. Randall Simpson ensures the safety of a visitor exiting an M3A3 Bradley during the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 18, 2012.
Pfc. Andrew S. Pfeifer ensures the safety of visitors "riding" in the drum of a Laundry Advanced System, or LADS, during the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 18, 2012.
Conner, of Maryland, just 4-and-a-half years old, explores the inside of an MRAP all-terrain vehicle during the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 18, 2012.
Gabriel, of Virginia, 10 years old, explores the cab of the M-142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System during the 2012 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 18, 2012.
Sgt. Thomas John, Fort Sill, Okla., prepares the entrée, a roasted beef tenderloin, during the field competition at the 37th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, Feb. 9 - March 7, 2012, at Fort Lee, Va.
Pfc. Sundar Ranabhat, Pfc. Caleigh Batchelder and Spc. ShaRee Taylor, all from Fort Hood, Texas, worked together on the student team competition during the 37th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, Feb. 9 - March 7, 2012, at Fort Lee, Va.
Sgt. Isaac Wilson and Spc. Cesar Espino, from Fort Sill, Okla., prepare deserts for the field competition at the 37th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, Feb. 9 - March 7, 2012, at Fort Lee, Va.
Sgt. Sarah Deckert prepare food during the 37th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, Feb. 9 - March 7, 2012, at Fort Lee, Va.
Food prepared during the 37th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, Feb. 9 - March 7, 2012, at Fort Lee, Va.
Marilyn Freeman, the deputy assistant secretary of the Army for research and technology, talks with Andrew Danielsen, a student at Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Danielsen is captain of his school's robotics team, called "Shark Attack." During the Association of the U.S. Army's Institute of Land Warfare Winter Symposium and Exposition, Feb. 22-24, 2012, Danielsen and his teammates demonstrated the robot they had built to compete in last year's "FIRST Robotics Competition."
Kent Stolley, the science and physics instructor at Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., hold his arm in the air so a robot, built by his students, can place on it an inflated ring. Stolley talks with Marilyn Freeman, the deputy assistant secretary of the Army for research and technology, during the U.S. Army's Institute of Land Warfare Winter Symposium and Exposition, Feb. 22-24, 2012.
This robot was built by students at Westminster Academy in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., to compete in last year's "FIRST Robotics Competition." Members of the student team that built the robot demonstrated its capabilities during the Association of the U.S. Army's Institute of Land Warfare Winter Symposium and Exposition, Feb. 22-24, 2012.
Mark Dressler of Fort Detrick, Md., talks with Eric Stebel, of the Hunstsman Corporation, about the energy efficiency of spray foam insulation, during the Jan. 18-20, 2012, Net Zero Energy Installations Conference in Chicago. At the conference, representatives from installations named in April as pilots for the Army's Net Zero Installation Strategy, will discuss the progress of their installations.
Katherine Hammack, the assistant secretary of the Army for installations, environment and energy, opened the Army's Net Zero Energy Installations Conference, Jan. 18, 2012, in Chicago. At the conference, representatives from installations named in April as pilots for the Army's Net Zero Installation Strategy, will discuss the progress of their installations.
This year, about 85,000 wreaths made their way from Maine to the Arlington National Cemetery to be laid by volunteers at grave stones there, Dec. 10, as part of the 20th annual Wreaths Across America event.
Multiple tractor trailers carried some 85,000 wreaths from Maine to Arlington, Va., for volunteers to lay at the grave stones of those buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Dec. 10, as part of the 20th annual Wreaths Across America event.
Anna, 18 months old, of Vienna, Va., lays a wreath at a grave stone at Arlington National Cemetery. This year, about 85,000 wreaths made their way from Maine to the Arlington National Cemetery to be laid by volunteers at grave stones there, Dec. 10, as part of the 20th annual Wreaths Across America event.
Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, Peter Ammon, presented Staff Sgt. Peter Woken with the German Medal of Honor for Gallantry in Action -- an award similar to the American Silver Star, during a ceremony, Dec. 8, at the ambassador's home in Washington, D.C.
German Cpl. Tim Focken and Staff Sgt. Peter Woken meet following a ceremony, Dec. 8, at the home of the German ambassador in Washington, D.C. During the event, Woken was awarded the German Medal of Honor for Gallantry in Action -- an award similar to the American Silver Star -- for saving Focken's like in Afghanistan.
Staff Sgt. Peter Woken and German Cpl. Tim Focken embrace following a ceremony, Dec. 8, at the home of the German ambassador in Washington, D.C. During the event, Woken was awarded the German Medal of Honor for Gallantry in Action -- an award similar to the American Silver Star -- for saving Focken's like in Afghanistan.
Vice Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Peter Chiarelli meets with Staff Sgt. Peter Woken following a ceremony, Dec. 8, at the home of the German ambassador in Washington, D.C. During the event, Woken was awarded the German Medal of Honor for Gallantry in Action -- an award similar to the American Silver Star -- for saving the life of German Corporal Specialist Tim Focken following a conflict in Afghanistan.
Army Staff Sgt. Peter Woken, center, was honored at the German embassy for having saved the life of German Corporal Specialist Tim Focken, right, following a conflict in Afghanistan.
Representatives Rick Crawford and Susan Davis, co-chairs of the House EOD Caucus, met with Staff Sgt. Josh Bowden, 55th Explosive Ordnance Disposal, and Pvt. 1st Class Thomas McCockill, 55th EOD (in bomb disposal suit) on Capitol Hill, Nov. 17. The lawmakers asked Soldiers with the 55th Explosive Ordnance Disposal to appear on the Hill to answer questions from lawmakers about their work, and to show off their equipment.
Capt. Emily Spencer, commander, 55th Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit, Fort Belvoir, Va., meets with Congresswoman Susan Davis on Capitol Hill, Nov. 17. Davis, and Congressman Rick Crawford, are co-chairs of the House EOD Caucus. The two asked Soldiers from the 55th EOD to appear on the Hill to answer questions from lawmakers about their work, and to show off their equipment.
Representatives Rick Crawford and Susan Davis are co-chairs of the House EOD Caucus. The two asked Soldiers with the 55th Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit, Fort Belvoir, Va., to appear on Capitol Hill, Nov. 17, to answer questions from lawmakers about their work, and to show off their equipment.
Rep. John Boehner presents the Congressional Gold Medal to a representative of the 100th Infantry Battalion, Mitsuo Hamasu, during a ceremony Nov. 2, 2011, at the Capitol Visitors Center in Washington, D.C. The Congressional Gold Medal is awarded by the American Congress, and is the highest civilian award in the United States. The medal was awarded to Nisei Soldiers -- American sons of Japanese-born parents -- who fought in World War II. Those Soldiers fought as part of segregated, all Japanese-American units that included the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the 100th Infantry Battalion and the Military Intelligence Service. The three units together were the most decorated units of that war.
Japanese-American veterans from WWII arrive, Nov. 2, 2011, at the Capitol Visitors Center in Washington, D.C., to attend a ceremony to award the Congressional Gold Medal to those Soldiers who served as part of the segregated, all Japanese-American units that included the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the 100th Infantry Battalion and the Military Intelligence Service. The three units together were the most decorated units of that war.
Hundreds of Japanese-American veterans of WWII and visitors attended a Nov. 2, 2011, ceremony at the Capitol Visitors Center in Washington, D.C., to award the Congressional Gold Medal to those Soldiers who served as part of the segregated, all Japanese-American units that included the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the 100th Infantry Battalion and the Military Intelligence Service. The three units together were the most decorated units of that war.
Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno pins a Bronze Star on George George Joe Sakato, Medal of Honor recipient, Nov. 1, 2011, at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. At the ceremony, 40 World War II Soldiers from the all- Japanese-American units -- the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the 100th Infantry Battalion and the Military Intelligence Service -- were awarded the Bronze Star.
Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Ray Odierno speaks Nov. 1, 2011, at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. At the ceremony, 40 World War II Soldiers from the all-Japanese-American units -- the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the 100th Infantry Battalion and the Military Intelligence Service -- were awarded the Bronze Star.
Kelsey Kam, Donna Masuda Kam, Don K. Masuda, Alice Masuda, and Kasey Kam attended a Nov. 1, 2011-ceremony in Washington, D.C., where 40 World War II Soldiers from the all-Japanese-American units -- the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the 100th Infantry Battalion and the Military Intelligence Service -- were awarded the Bronze Star. Don Masuda received the Bronze Star for his service in the 442nd during World War II.
Lt. Gen. Richard P. Zahner, deputy chief of staff, G-2 and Brig. Gen. Lee, of the Korean military, lay a wreath together, June 24 at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.
A military officer of the United Kingdom salutes, after having laid a wreath at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., June 24.
During a ceremony at the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., June 24, U.S. and Korean military officers, as well as the Korean ambassador to the United States, Han Duck-soo, and military attaches from nations involved in the war, laid wreaths to remember the conflict and those who were died fighting in it.
Master Sgt. Herbert Mowrey, 2-8 Cav., 1st BCT, 1st Cav. Div., talks with a youth about the Abrams M1A2 SEPv2 tank that was on display, May 20, during the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Private 1st Class Paul Gorham, 2-8 Cav., 1st BCT, 1st Cav. Div., helps a visitor don a crew helmet aboard the Abrams M1A2 SEPv2 tank that was on display, May 20, during the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Sgt. Scott Jense, 2-5 Cav., 1st BCT, 1st Cav. Div., talked with visitors about and kept things safe aboard the Bradley A3 combat vehicle that was on display, May 20, during the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Private 1st Class Paul Gorham, 2-8 Cav., 1st BCT, 1st Cav. Div., helps a visitor don a crew helmet aboard the Abrams M1A2 SEPv2 tank that was on display, May 20, during the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
A boy explores the Abrams M1A2 SEPv2 tank that was on display, May 20, during the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
A young man does pull ups, May 20, during the 2011 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
Staff Sgt. Jason Hopkins fires an M14 Enhanced Battle Rifle, using a 7.62mm M80 round against a 3/8 inch mild steel plate at 300 meters. The test firing was part of a demonstration to show the effectiveness of the 5.56mm M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round, or EPR, compared to rounds like the M80 and the M855, May 4, 2011, at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Md. The EPR was the only round to penetrate the steel.
Jim Newill explains the effectiveness of the Army's 5.56mm M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round fired from an M4 Carbine against a 3/8 inch mild steel plate, and compares its performance against that of a 7.62mm M80 round fired from an M14, during a test fire event at Aberdeen Proving Ground, May 4, 2011. The M80 round, unlike the M855A1 round, was unable to penetrate the plate at 300 meters.
Maj. Kralyn Thomas, Staff Sgt. Jason Hopkins and Pvt. 1st Class Scott Lafferty do battle damage assessment on a truck that was used for target practice on a range at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Md. Both Hopkins and Lafferty fired weapons, May 4, 2011, at the range as part of a demonstration to show the effectiveness of the Army's 5.56mm M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round.
The 5.56mm M855A1 Enhanced Performance Round, on the left, is also called the "green bullet," because it contains no lead. It instead uses a copper core with a steel penetrator. The 5.56mm NATO round, on the right, uses a lead core.
Spc. Oscar Alvardo, stationed out of Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii, won a gold medal for the Hawaii team in the junior chef of the year competition that was part of the 36th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, March 3-9, at Fort Lee, Va.
Spc. Bennett Rodriguez, stationed at Fort Story, Va., earned a bronze medal for his team as part of the team buffet portion of the 36th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, March 3-9, at Fort Lee, Va.
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jeff Lein and his team from the U.S. Army Special Forces Command (Airborne), out of Fort Bragg, N.C. carved a dragon from a block of ice as part of the ice carving competition during the 36th Annual Culinary Arts Competition, March 3-9, at Fort Lee, Va.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
Martha L. Campbell, U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, visits with children on Carlos Island, in the Kwajalein Atoll, Nov. 11.
While visiting Ford Motor Company's research division, Aug. 27, Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal and Sen. Carl Levin of Michigan met with Ford executives to discuss the Army's drive towards energy efficiency. During the Aug. 26-27 visit to Detroit, Westphal and Levin visited General Motors, the Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center and Ford Motor Company. In the foreground, a Ford-manufactured aluminum door frame that weighs substantially less than its steel cousin. The weight savings translates into fuel savings.
While visiting the Army's Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center, Aug. 26, Sen. Carl Levin of Michigan, left, and Under Secretary of the Army Joseph W. Westphal, center, met with Steve Knott, of TARDEC's ground systems survivability division. Knott explained to the senator and the secretary new advances in lighter armor for Army combat vehicles. During the Aug. 26-27 visit to Detroit, Westphal and Levin visited General Motors, the TARDEC and Ford Motor Company.
Zach, with the Troop 714 of Fairbanks, Alaska, helps build a "monkey bridge" as part of earning his Pioneering Badge, during the 2010 National Scout Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, Va.
Sgt. 1st Class Tony Abatecola, with the Rhode Island National Guard's 88th Army Band, helps Peter, with the Troop 425 from Trumbull, Conn., earn his Music Merit Badge, during the 2010 National Scout Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, Va.
A Boy Scout at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree at Fort A.P. Hill, Va., works to earn his Metalworking Merit Badge.
Spc. Gerald Young falls off the mechanical bull during the 2010 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 14.
A young boy peers into the belly of an M-1A2 Abrams tank during the 2010 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 14.
Zach Rice, a high school student from Chantilly, Va., does pull-ups with Staff Sgt. Jermarcus Nettles during the 2010 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 14. Rice, currently a member of his school's Junior Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, says he hopes to one day be a Marine.
Military tecnology is on display at the 2010 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 14, 2010.
A boy looks inside a military combat vehicle during the 2010 Joint Service Open House at Joint Base Andrews, May 14, 2010.
President Barack Obama salutes a Sailor following naturalization ceremony, April 23, at the White House. During the ceremony, 24 U.S. servicemembers took the oath of allegiance to the United States, becoming American citizens in the process.
Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines raise their hands and swear allegiance to the United States during a naturalization ceremony, April 23, at the White House.
President Barack Obama speaks during a naturalization ceremony, April 23, at the White House. During the ceremony, 24 servicemembers took the oath of allegiance to the United States, becoming American citizens in the process.
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Ledum D. Ndaanee poses with President Barack Obama holding the "Outstanding American by Choice" award he received from the president during a ceremony at the White House, April 23, 2010. The award highlights the importance of citizenship rights and responsibilities through recognition of the outstanding achievements of naturalized U.S. citizens. Ndaanee, originally from Nigeria, joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 2004, and became an American citizen in 2007.
Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen unfurled an American flag during the opening of the Dec. 29 EagleBank Bowl game between the UCLA Bruins and the Temple Owls. UCLA beat Temple, 30-21. The real winners of the event were wounded Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen who benefit by involvement with the bowl game's charity partner "The Wounded Warrior Project."
UCLA sophomore Rahim Moore jumps for a pass during the Dec. 29 EagleBank Bowl game between the UCLA Bruins and the Temple Owls. UCLA beat Temple, 30-21. The real winners of the event were wounded Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen who benefit by involvement with the bowl game's charity partner "The Wounded Warrior Project."
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Kenneth O. Preston attended the coin toss before the Dec. 29 EagleBank Bowl game between the UCLA Bruins and the Temple Owls. UCLA beat Temple, 30-21. The real winners of the event were wounded Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen who benefit by involvement with the bowl game's charity partner "The Wounded Warrior Project."
Sen. John Thune speaks with Frank W. Buckles during testimony Dec. 3, before the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, subcommittee on national parks. Buckles is 108 years old, and is the last living World War I veteran from the United States. Buckles and Thune were testifying in support of the "Frank Buckles World War I Memorial Act," which would rededicate an existing war memorial in Washington, D.C. as a national memorial -- creating for the first time a national memorial that commemorates World War I veterans.
John Jackson and Mary Jackson of Park Forest, Ill., visit the District of Columbia War Memorial in Washington, D.C. The memorial was built by citizens of the District of Columbia to commemorate their own who served in World War I. The memorial sits on the National Mall near the World War II Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memorial. The "Frank Buckles World War I Memorial Act" would rededicate the local District memorial as a national memorial -- creating for the first time a national memorial that commemorates World War I veterans. Frank Buckles, now 108 years old, is the last living World War I veteran from the United States.
The District of Columbia War Memorial was built by citizens of the District of Columbia to commemorate their own who served in World War I. The memorial sits on the National Mall near the World War II Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, and the Vietnam War Memorial. The "Frank Buckles World War I Memorial Act" would rededicate the local District memorial as a national memorial -- creating for the first time a national memorial that commemorates World War I veterans. Frank Buckles, now 108 years old, is the last living World War I veteran from the United States.
Members of the 3rd Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), from Fort Myer, Va., and staff members from the offices of members of Congress, participated in an "Army Weapons Day," April 8, on the firing range in the basement of the Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. Members of the Old Guard instructed congressional staffers on how to safely fire the M-4 carbine. After a safety briefing, staffers were given the opportunity to fire 10 rounds into a target and to then have their target scored. While firing, they were chaperoned on the range by a Soldier from the Old Guard.
Members of the 3rd Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard), from Fort Myer, Va., and staff members from the offices of members of Congress, participated in an "Army Weapons Day," April 8, on the firing range in the basement of the Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. Members of the Old Guard instructed congressional staffers on how to safely fire the M-4 carbine. After a safety briefing, staffers were given the opportunity to fire 10 rounds into a target and to then have their target scored. While firing, they were chaperoned on the range by a Soldier from the Old Guard.
Pfc. Anthony Patterson of Fort Bragg, N.C., prepares a desert during the Student Skills Competition as part of the 34th Army Culinary Arts Competition, March 2-13, at Fort Lee, Va. Army cooks participated in two-week culinary event which featured more than 40 different categories of competition that touched on such things as ice carving, pastry, nutrition, cooking knowledge and field cooking.
Pfc. Matthew Hendriks and Pfc. Gerardo Ortiz, representing U.S. Army Europe, put the final touches on the entrée during the Student Skills Competition as part of the 34th Army Culinary Arts Competition, March 2-13, at Fort Lee, Va.
Pfc. Dustin Adair of Fort Drum, N.Y., prepares fish during the Student Skills Competition as part of the 34th Army Culinary Arts Competition, March 2-13, at Fort Lee, Va.
Sgt. Orlando Serna of Fort Bragg, N.C. won a first place prize for this dessert entry during the 34th Army Culinary Arts Competition, March 2-13, at Fort Lee, Va.
Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen and military spouses attended the Commander in Chief Ball, Jan. 20, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. During the ball, President Barack Obama told military members he was proud of their service. "It is wonderful to be surrounded by some of the very best and bravest Americans," Obama said. "Know that as president I will have no greater honor or responsibility than serving as your commander in chief."
Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Airmen and military spouses attended the Commander in Chief Ball, Jan. 20, at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. During the ball, President Barack Obama told military members he was proud of their service. "It is wonderful to be surrounded by some of the very best and bravest Americans," Obama said. "Know that as president I will have no greater honor or responsibility than serving as your commander in chief."
A replica of the Wright Model A aircraft was on display Sept. 6 at Conmy Hall, Fort Myer, Va., as part of the centennial of military aviation celebration there. Elements of the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) and the U.S. Army Band, "Pershing's Own" participated in the event.
A replica of the Wright Model A aircraft was on display Sept. 6 at Conmy Hall, Fort Myer, Va., as part of the centennial of military aviation celebration there. Elements of the 3rd U.S. Infantry (The Old Guard) and the U.S. Army Band, "Pershing's Own" participated in the event.
Lou Wood and son Elliott Wood, of Manassas, Va., listen as Cyndi Messick of "The Wright Experience" explains how she helped build parts for a replica of the 1908 Wright Model A aircraft during the centennial of military aviation celebration Sept. 6 at Fort Myer, Va., as part of the centennial of military aviation celebration there.
Curtis Swift, a program advisor at the Defense Intelligence Agency, bought this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air in September 2005. He plans to eventually tear the vehicle down, refurbish it, and put it back together. Then, he says, it will be ready for antique car shows.
Curtis Swift, a program advisor at the Defense Intelligence Agency, bought this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air in September 2005. He plans to eventually tear the vehicle down, refurbish it, and put it back together. Then, he says, it will be ready for antique car shows.
Curtis Swift, a program advisor at the Defense Intelligence Agency, bought this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air in September 2005. He plans to eventually tear the vehicle down, refurbish it, and put it back together. Then, he says, it will be ready for antique car shows.
Bob Curry and grandson Rowan Langston visited Hains Point in Washington, D.C., to see the giant metal statue known as "The Awakening."
This metal giant, known as “The Awakening,“ by American sculptor J. Seward Johnson, is located at Hains Point, in Washington, D.C. The statue will likely be moved this summer as part of the National Harbor Project in Prince George's County, Md.
This metal giant, known as “The Awakening,“ by American sculptor J. Seward Johnson, is located at Hains Point, in Washington, D.C. The statue will likely be moved this summer as part of the National Harbor Project in Prince George's County, Md.
Rowan Langston visited Hains Point in Washington, D.C., with his grandfather, Bob Curry, to see the giant metal statue known as "The Awakening."
A real human body, split vertically, to display the organs, muscles, brain and spine. The body is part of an exhibit on display now in Rosslyn, Va. called "Bodies ... the Exhibition." The exhibit, both fascinating and educational, features real human bodies, in various poses, to illustrate the various systems in the human body.
Real human bodys, preserved to show muscles and bones, were on display as part of an exhibit in Rosslyn, Va. called "Bodies ... the Exhibition." The exhibit, both fascinating and educational, features real human bodies, in various poses, to illustrate the various systems in the human body.
Real human bodys, preserved to show muscles and bones, were on display as part of an exhibit in Rosslyn, Va. called "Bodies ... the Exhibition." The exhibit, both fascinating and educational, features real human bodies, in various poses, to illustrate the various systems in the human body.
Airman 1st Class Evan Bingman, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron and "dirt boy" by trade, pulls security detail during an Eagle Flag exercise at Lakehurst Naval Air Station, N.J. Airman Bingman and nearly 30 other members of the 11th CES, participated in the exercise, which is designed to give support personnel experience in setting up a bare base environment.
Airman 1st Class Evan Bingman, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron and "dirt boy" by trade, pulls security detail during an Eagle Flag exercise at Lakehurst Naval Air Station, N.J. Airman Bingman and nearly 30 other members of the 11th CES, participated in the exercise, which is designed to give support personnel experience in setting up a bare base environment.
Staff Sgt. Wayne Dingle, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron, installs lighting into an Alaska Shelter tent during an Eagle Flag exercise at Lakehurst Naval Air Station, N.J. Sergeant Dingle and nearly 30 other members of the 11th CES, participated in the exercise, which is designed to give support personnel experience in setting up a bare base environment.
Ben's Chili Bowl on U Street NW in Washington, D.C., has been in operation since 1958. The restaurant is famous locally for its chili dogs, chili half-smokes, chili burgers and cheese fries. In recent years, it has become a popular destination for tourists visiting the nation's capitol.
Customers at Ben's Chile Bowl in Washington D.C. include D.C. government workers, business professionals, families, and even some celebrities. The restaurant has been in operation since 1958 and is famous for its chili half-smoke.
Gwen Jones and daughter Mickayla enjoy the chili half-smoke and the cheese fries at Ben's Chili Bowl, a Washington D.C. "landmark" since 1958.
Helen Tesfamichael, an employee of Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington D.C. for one year now, serves up an order of cheese fries and a chili half-smoke.
An order of cheese fries and a chili half-smoke at Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington D.C.
Keeghan Barry, 11, shows off the necklace that documents his struggle with cancer. The necklace contains about 352 different beads, each representing a separate medical procedure he's undergone during his fight against brain cancer. Keeghan, a cancer survivor, first learned of the tumor in his brain April 20, 2006.
Sister and brother Mackenzie Barry and Keeghan Barry often describe themselves as "best friends." Keeghan, 11, a cancer survivor, describes his older sister, 13, as one of his greatest supporters. Keeghan, a cancer survivor, first learned of the tumor in his brain April 20, 2006.
Maj. Mike Barry, Shannon Barry, Mackenzie Barry, 13, and Keeghan Barry, 11, refer to themselves as the "Fantastic Four." They have supported each other over the last year, as they struggled with Keeghan's battle with brain cancer. Today, medical scans no longer show a tumor in his brain, and he is currently undergoing chemotherapy.
Lt. Col. (Dr.) Marilyn D. Perry speaks with members of the Arlington County Fire Department during an exercise at the Pentagon on Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Dr. Perry acted as the on-scene medical director for the exercise. During exercise Gallant Fox 06, officials from Washington D.C. area fire, emergency medical service, and police departments; military members; and members of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency participated in the exercise, which included decontamination and medical processing of victims of a simulated anthrax attack at the Pentagon.
During exercise Gallant Fox, May 17, 2006 at the Pentaogn, officials from Washington D.C. area fire, emergency medical service, and police departments; military members; and members of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency practiced decontamination and medical processing of victims of a simulated anthrax attack at the Pentagon.
During exercise Gallant Fox, May 17, 2006 at the Pentaogn, officials from Washington D.C. area fire, emergency medical service, and police departments; military members; and members of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency practiced decontamination and medical processing of victims of a simulated anthrax attack at the Pentagon.
During exercise Gallant Fox, May 17, 2006 at the Pentaogn, officials from Washington D.C. area fire, emergency medical service, and police departments; military members; and members of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency practiced decontamination and medical processing of victims of a simulated anthrax attack at the Pentagon.
Lt. Col. (Dr.) Marilyn D. Perry interacts with role-player patients, May 17, 2006, during exercise Gallant Fox. Officials from Washington D.C. area fire, emergency medical service, and police departments; military members; and members of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency participated in the exercise, which included decontamination and medical processing of victims of a simulated anthrax attack at the Pentagon.
During exercise Gallant Fox, May 17, 2006 at the Pentaogn, officials from Washington D.C. area fire, emergency medical service, and police departments; military members; and members of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency practiced decontamination and medical processing of victims of a simulated anthrax attack at the Pentagon.
Senior Airman Jesse Struk, 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, prepares a locator beacon to be inserted into an emergency parachute harness at a forward deployed location. Airman Struck is a survival equipment specialist and is deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas.
Senior Airman Jesse Struk, 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, uses a curved sewing needle to prepare an emergency parachute for operational use. Airman Struck is a survival equipment specialist at a forward deployed location. He is deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas.
Senior Airman Jesse Struk, 379th Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron, inspects an emergency parachute. As part of the inspection, he checks the lines, the canopy, the pilot chute and the harness for tears, abrasion or other damage. Airman Struck is a survival equipment specialist and is deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas.
