Australian Defence Force troops, US soldiers train together during Talisman Sabre 2011

Australian soldiers show U.S. soldiers their weapon during some down time at Shoalwater Bay Training Area during Talisman Sabre 2011. Talisman Sabre 2011 is a biennial combined training activity, designed to train Australian and U.S. forces in planning and conducting Combined Task Force operations to improve Australian Defense Force/U.S. combat readiness and interoperability. The exercise reflects the closeness of the alliance and the strength and flexibility of the ongoing military-military relationship. (Photo by: Spc. Mitchell Ternay, 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs)