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Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle, a U.S. Marine Corps troop with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, provides security for a Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement 7-ton truck in the Khowst-Gardez Pass, Afghanistan, on Dec. 30, 2004. These Marines are conducting security and stabilization operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Marine Corps PHOTO by CPL James L. Yarboro) (Released)

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle, a U.S. Marine Corps troo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Khowst-Gardez Pass State: Khowst Country: Afghanistan (AFG) Scene Major Command Shown: 3RD BN, 3RD MARINES Scene Camera Operator: CPL James L. Y... More

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle, U.S. Marine Corps Lance CPL. Chris Peck, a rifleman with Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, provides security while on a long security halt in the Khowst-Gardez Pass, Afghanistan, on Dec. 29, 2004. These Marines are conducting security and stabilization operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Marine Corps PHOTO by CPL James L. Yarboro) (Released)

Armed with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle, U.S. Marine Corps Lance ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Khowst-Gardez Pass State: Khowst Country: Afghanistan (AFG) Scene Major Command Shown: 3RD BN, 3RD MARINES Scene Camera Operator: CPL James L. Y... More

Members of the 1ST Brigade, 24th Infantry Division (Mechanized), during a breaching exercise aim down field using M16A2 rifles with a Colt 40mm M203 Grenade Launcher attachment

Members of the 1ST Brigade, 24th Infantry Division (Mechanized), durin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: LIBERTY FOCUS Base: Fort Stewart State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Don Teft... More

On the afternoon of June 6th, 1996, SSG Jeffrey Fisher (left), Combat Observation Lasing Team (COLT), Platoon Sergeant, 4th Battalion, 29th Field Artillery, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1ST Armored Division, Task Force Eagle, stands guard with his M-16A2 rifle over the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). CPT Darren Klemens, 2nd Brigade Combat Team Engineer Officer 1ST Armored Division, Task Force Eagle, is on his left. In the background, members of the Norwegian bomb disposal team prepare to enter a tunnel near the town of Ceparde, Serbsca, during an investigation to find mass grave sites in support of Operation Joint Endeavor

On the afternoon of June 6th, 1996, SSG Jeffrey Fisher (left), Combat ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT ENDEAVOR Base: Ceparde State: Republika Srpska Country: Bosnia And/I Herzegovina (BIH) Scene Camera Operator: SPC Glen... More

Marine Private First Class Jeremy Hounshell, from 2d Squad 3d Platoon, Charlie Company, 1/4, 1ST Marine Division, Opposition Force (OPFOR) practices squad tactics utilizing his 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle on White Beach during the rehearsal for bious assault during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size...

Marine Private First Class Jeremy Hounshell, from 2d Squad 3d Platoon,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Marine Private First Class Jeremy Hounshell, from 2d Squad 3d Platoon, Charlie Company, 1/4, 1ST Marine Division, Opposition For... More

With 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle at the ready, SENIOR AIRMAN Mike Evans, and SENIOR AIRMAN Robert Herring, both Security Police from the 437th SPS, Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina, patrol the aircraft at the Libreville International Airport, Gabon, prior to missions for Operation PHOENIX GAUNTLET. PHOENIX GAUNTLET deployed enabling forces as part of contingency planning to prepare for a possible evacuation of Americans from Zaire, gripped in a civil war

With 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle at the ready, SENIOR AIRMAN Mike ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: PHOENIX GAUNTLET Base: Libreville International Airport Country: Gabon (GAB) Scene Camera Operator: SSGT Andy Dunaway Releas... More

Marines from 1ST Battalion, 1ST Marines, Charlie Company, Camp Horner, wait with their 782 gear and 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifles to board buses enroute to USS PELELIU (LHA 5), which is participating in Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 off coast of Southern California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from 1ST Battalion, 1ST Marines, Charlie Company, Camp Horner,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from 1ST Force Reconnaissance Company, Camp Pendleton, California, aboard USS TARAWA (LHA 1), prepare for embarkation on a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter to support a clandestine assault as part of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Marines are seen with Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle and All-purpose Lightweight Carrying Equipment (ALICE) pack. KERNEL BLITZ is taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton to train Navy and Marine Corps personnel in amphibious operations

Marines from 1ST Force Reconnaissance Company, Camp Pendleton, Califor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) Douglas S. Bean, USN Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Marines from 1ST Force Reconnaissance Company, Camp Pendleton, California, aboard USS TARAWA (LHA 1), prepare for embarkation on a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter to support a clandestine assault as part of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Marines are seen with Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle and All-purpose Lightweight Carrying Equipment (ALICE) pack. KERNEL BLITZ is taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton to train Navy and Marine Corps personnel in amphibious operations

Marines from 1ST Force Reconnaissance Company, Camp Pendleton, Califor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) Douglas S. Bean, USN Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Corporal T.M. Woodard from Alpha Company, 1ST Battalion, 23rd Marines, Houston, Texas, rides a CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter with members of his company during training at Camp Pendleton, California, as part of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Woodward is in a Kevlar hemet and flack vest with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. KERNEL BLITZ is taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton to train Navy and Marine Corps personnel in amphibious operations

Corporal T.M. Woodard from Alpha Company, 1ST Battalion, 23rd Marines,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A Marine armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle from 3d Battalion, 5th Regiment, 1ST Marine Division, patrols as part of the Opposition Forces (OPFOR) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle from 3d Battalio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

A soldier from 3d Infantry Battalion, 160th Regiment, US Army National Guard, involved in MOUT (Military Operations in Urban Terrain) operations, aims his 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97 at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A soldier from 3d Infantry Battalion, 160th Regiment, US Army National...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

A soldier from the 3d Battalion, 160th Infantry Battalion, US Army National Guard, defends his position with his 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle in the Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) facility at Camp Pendleton, California, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A soldier from the 3d Battalion, 160th Infantry Battalion, US Army Nat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines cross the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The radio operator (left) is armed with Colt M16A2 5.56mm Rifle fitted with a M203 grenade launcher the Marine on right carries the standard issued M16A2. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines cross the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A Marine hits the sand armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle as an Amphibious Assault Vehicle AAV-7A1 approaches from behind during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The red patch identifies Landing Support Battalion personnel. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine hits the sand armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle as...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

A Marine radioman with Opposition Forces (OPFOR) (3d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1ST Marine Division) raises his 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle to protect the Platoon Leader during a fire fight in Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine radioman with Opposition Forces (OPFOR) (3d Battalion, 5th Ma...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Lance Corporal Francisco Maldonado from Alpha Company, 2nd Platoon provides cover, using 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle, for a wounded Marine waiting for helicopter medevac support during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Francisco Maldonado from Alpha Company, 2nd Platoon pro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from Regimental Landing Team One (RLT-1) work their way down Red Beach on D-day during exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The Marine in foreground is armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. The Marine in overalls, exiting the Amphibian Assault Vehicle (AAV), identifies him as a AAV crew member. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from Regimental Landing Team One (RLT-1) work their way down R...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A Marine from Combat Engineering Battalion, Alpha Company checks the coordinates for oncoming assault on Red Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine from Combat Engineering Battalion, Alpha Company checks the c...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Backed by an Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT), Sergeant Brian Barnhart from 2nd Platoon, Alpha Company secures the beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle with an attached M203 40mm Grenade Launcher. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Backed by an Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT), Sergeant Brian Barnha...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marines from Landing Support Battalion (identified by red patch) move in towards RED BEACH, Camp Pendleton, California, as they took the beach during exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97'. The Marine's weapon is a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. He is draped with 5.56mm blank ammo for the Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW), M249 Light Machine Gun. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from Landing Support Battalion (identified by red patch) move ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ 97' Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A Marine stands guard on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle with attached M203 40mm grenade launcher. The vehical in the background is a Light Amphibious Resupply Craft (LARC-V). KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine stands guard on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A soldier, armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle, from the 3d Infantry Battalion, 160th Regiment, US Army National Guard, sets up a hasty defense after disembarking from a Bradley fighting vehicle during Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) operations, Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious...

A soldier, armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle, from the 3d Inf...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A soldier, armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle, from the 3d Infantry Battalion, 160th Regiment, US Army National Guard, s... More

Marines from Landing Support Battalion (LSB), 1ST Force Service Support Group (FSSG), I Marine Expeditionary Force (IMEF), with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle prepares to take a hill after the amphibious assault at Red Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from Landing Support Battalion (LSB), 1ST Force Service Suppor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

A Marine armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle patrols the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle patrols the beach ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marines of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) from Camp Pendleton, California practice ship boarding drills on the USS Comstock (LSD-45) off the Southern California coast in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ `97. The Marines are armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifles. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-Chief Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1st Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines of the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) from Camp Pendleto...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Comstock (LSD 45) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command ... More

Lance Corporal Monjaral from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit's MSPF (Maritime Special Purpose Force) Unit bears down on a target during a ship boarding drill on the USS Comstock (LSD-45) off the Southern California coast during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The weapon shown is the M203 40mm Grenade Launcher attached directly to the 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the...

Lance Corporal Monjaral from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit's MSPF...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Lance Corporal Monjaral from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit's MSPF (Maritime Special Purpose Force) Unit bears down on a tar... More

Lance Corporal Jeff Schultz, Battalion Landing Team 11, posts a watch along a bridge as his team passes through on a roving patrol during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He's armed with Colt M16A2 5.56mm Rifle and carries his gear in an All-purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment (ALICE) pack. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Jeff Schultz, Battalion Landing Team 11, posts a watch ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

STAFF Sergeant Emilio Serrano, an Army Reservist, from Charlie Company 3-160 infantry captures the enemy in his 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle sights at combat town during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

STAFF Sergeant Emilio Serrano, an Army Reservist, from Charlie Company...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Armed with Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 Rifles, soldiers assigned to the US Armys (USA) 3rd Infantry Division (ID), Fort Stewart, Georgia and the 1ST of the 10th Field Artillery, Fort Benning, Georgia, carry a hot meals delivered by an M113A1 Armored Personnel Carrier and a High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) at the Udairi Range in Northern Kuwait, while a herd of camels graze nearby during Operation SOUTHERN WATCH 1998

Armed with Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 Rifles, soldiers assigned to the US Army...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH 1998 Base: Udairi Range Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Jame... More

Armed with Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 Rifles, soldiers assigned to the US Armys (USA) 3rd Infantry Division (ID), Fort Stewart, Georgia and the 1ST of the 10th Field Artillery, Fort Benning, Georgia, carry a hot meals back to their posts at the Udairi Range in Northern Kuwait, in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH 1998

Armed with Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 Rifles, soldiers assigned to the US Army...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH 1998 Base: Udairi Range Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Jame... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Aaron B. Angel from Detachment 1, US Air Forces in Europe, Air Postal Service, Rhein-Main Air Base, Germany, and MASTER Sergeant Brad M. Moore from the 100th Transportation Squadron, 100th Air Refueling Wing, RAF Mildenhall, England take aim to zero their 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle. Every member deploying to Bosnia-Herzegovina get 10 rounds each to zero their weapon

SENIOR AIRMAN Aaron B. Angel from Detachment 1, US Air Forces in Europ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT FORGE Base: Rhein-Main Air Base Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Ope... More

STAFF Sergeant Thomas, of 2D Reconnaissance Battalion posts security armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle while other divers take off their dive equipment. The 2D Reconnaissance Marines have been deployed to Hurlbert Field, Florida, for two-week long dive/land maneuvers training exercise

STAFF Sergeant Thomas, of 2D Reconnaissance Battalion posts security a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Justin J. Madore, Usmc Release Status: Re... More

STAFF Sergeant Thomas (background), of 2D Reconnaissance Battalion posts security while other divers take off their dive equipment. The 2D Reconnaissance Marines have been deployed to Hurlbert Field, Flordia, for two-week long dive/land maneuvers training exercise. They are armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle and are using the LAR-V Closed Circuit Rebreather

STAFF Sergeant Thomas (background), of 2D Reconnaissance Battalion pos...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Justin J. Madore, Usmc Release Status: Re... More

Corporal C.F. Snead, 2D Reconnaissance (Recon) Battalion, posts security armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle while other members of the team Cache (or hide) their boats during their mock infiltration exercise around the Fort Walton Beach area. The 2D Recon Marines have been deployed to Hurlbert Field, Florida, for two-week long dive/land maneuvers training exercise

Corporal C.F. Snead, 2D Reconnaissance (Recon) Battalion, posts securi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fort Walton Beach State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Justin J. Madore, Usmc Release Status:... More

Lance Corporal C.F. Snead, 2D Reconnaissance (Recon) Battalion, posts security armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle while other members of the team Cache (or hide) their boats during their mock infiltration exercise around the Fort Walton Beach area. The 2D Recon Marines have been deployed to Hurlbert Field, Florida, for two-week long dive/land maneuvers training exercise

Lance Corporal C.F. Snead, 2D Reconnaissance (Recon) Battalion, posts ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fort Walton Beach State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Justin J. Madore, Usmc Release Status:... More

Marines of 2D Reconnaissance Battalion storm a building during their mock infiltration exercise around the Fort Walton Beach area. The 2D Reconnaissance Marines have been deployed to Hurlbert Field, Florida, for two-week long dive/land maneuvers training exercise. The fourth Marine is armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle with an attached M203 40mm grenade launcher

Marines of 2D Reconnaissance Battalion storm a building during their m...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Hurlburt Field State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Justin J. Madore, Usmc Release Status: Re... More

Marines of 2D Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR) Battalion, First and Third Platoon armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle with attached M203 40mm grenade launcher, engage in a crowd-control training demonstration for airmen (not shown) of the 24th Security Forces Squadron inside a hangar at Howard Air Force Base, Panama. The Marine are serving as Security Force detachment at the Camp Hayes compound situated on the shoreline of the Panama Canal

Marines of 2D Light Armored Reconnaissance (LAR) Battalion, First and ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Marines of 2D Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, First and Third Platoon, engage in a crowd-control training demonstration for Airmen of the 24th Security Forces Squadron (not shown) at Howard Air Force Base, Panama. They are armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifles with attached M203 40mm grenade launcher (foreground) and backed by 12-gage shotguns

Marines of 2D Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, First and Third ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Corporal (CPL) Mike S. Leathem (left) and CPL Edward T. Wilson (right) from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's helicopter raid company, search and clear two abandoned trailer homes representing an enemy satellite station during a raid exercise. These Marines are armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle and are part of the company's assault element. (Substandard image)

Corporal (CPL) Mike S. Leathem (left) and CPL Edward T. Wilson (right)...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Udairi Range Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Chris Tourge, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Dig... More

From left to right, Corporal (CPL) Todd R. Hezlitt, CPL Larry B. Curlin, Sergeant John T. Jordan and (far right) STAFF Sergeant Ted C. Thompson, from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's ground combat element, search and clear two abandoned trailer homes representing an enemy satellite station during a helicopter raid exercise. These Marines armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle are part of their company's assault element. (Substandard image)

From left to right, Corporal (CPL) Todd R. Hezlitt, CPL Larry B. Curli...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Udairi Range Country: Kuwait (KWT) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Chris Tourge, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Dig... More

Marine Sergeant Christopher Lane and Corporal Matthew Jones, 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP), armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle, engage in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

Marine Sergeant Christopher Lane and Corporal Matthew Jones, 2D Sensor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Field Radio Operator Corporal Anthony Apostolos, armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle, and fellow Marine Infantrymen of 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP), engage in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

Field Radio Operator Corporal Anthony Apostolos, armed with 5.56mm Col...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) James W. Law, US Air Force 24th Security Forces Squadron, armed with 5.56mm M4A2 Carbine confronts a possible smuggler suspect who would later be determined innocent. Marine infantrymen of 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP) armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifles aid SSGT Law. They are (from left to right) Corporals Javier Corona, Matthew Jones, and Sergeant Christopher Lane, all engaged in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) James W. Law, US Air Force 24th Security Forces ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

STAFF Sergeant James W. Law of the US Air Force 24th Security Forces Squadron shows Marines of 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP) a route that smugglers frequently take. They are engaging in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal, which serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders. Law is armed with 5.56mm M4A2 Carbine while the Marines have 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifles

STAFF Sergeant James W. Law of the US Air Force 24th Security Forces S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Sergeant Christopher Lane and Corporal Matthew Jones, both Marine Infantrymen of 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP), armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle, engage in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

Sergeant Christopher Lane and Corporal Matthew Jones, both Marine Infa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Marine Corporal (CPL) Javier Corona and CPL Matthew Jones armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle, 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP), engage in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

Marine Corporal (CPL) Javier Corona and CPL Matthew Jones armed with 5...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Sergeant Christopher Lane (background) and Corporal Matthew Jones (foreground), both Marine Infantrymen of 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP), 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle, spot a possible smuggler suspect beyond some trees while engaging in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

Sergeant Christopher Lane (background) and Corporal Matthew Jones (for...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Corporal Matthew Jones and fellow Marine Infantrymen of 2D Sensor Control and Management Platoon (SCAMP), armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifles, engage in a joint trail orientation/jungle patrol in and around the perimeter of Howard Air Force Base, Panama Canal. The perimeter serves to keep the surrounding area of the base within US control and free of smugglers and intruders

Corporal Matthew Jones and fellow Marine Infantrymen of 2D Sensor Cont...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Howard Air Force Base Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Timothy A. Pope, Usmc Release Status: Released to Public Combined Militar... More

Marines from Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment carry a simulated casualty during a security patrol outside the perimeter of the Military Operations in an Urban Terrain or MOUT training facility. The Marines are preparing for future conflicts that may take place in an urban area by honing their urban fighting skills. The small arms seen are Colt 5.56mm M16A2 rifles

Marines from Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment carry a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Lejeune State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: E Co 2/6 Scene Cam... More

Passing out 5.56mm blank ammo for the Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle, Sergeant Bays gives a brief to his squad before a force-on-force mission during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Passing out 5.56mm blank ammo for the Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle, Sergea...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Private First Class Valdez, from Echo 2/8, 1ST platoon, 1ST squad, armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle, searches an abandoned structure for signs of habitation. Marines from Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment are part of the United States Security Detachment Panama, Marine Forces South. The Marines are providing security during the turn over of the Panama Canal and US bases to the Panamanian government

Private First Class Valdez, from Echo 2/8, 1ST platoon, 1ST squad, arm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fort Howard Country: Panama (PAN) Scene Major Command Shown: Echo Company, 2/8 Scene Camera Operator: LCPL Michael I. Gonzalez, Usmc Release Sta... More

Children watch from their home as a Marine convoy rolls through their village. The Marines and sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) during Operation JOINT GUARDIAN are helping to enforce the implementation of the military technical agreement and to provide peace and stability to Kosovo. 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle

Children watch from their home as a Marine convoy rolls through their ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT GUARDIAN State: Kosovo Country: Yugoslavia (YUG) Scene Major Command Shown: 26th Marine Expedtionary Unit Scene Camera... More

26th MEU Marines from Lima Battery, 3rd Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, detain local villagers from Zegra for looting homes of Serbian owners who fled the village. The Marines carry the 5.56mm Colt M16A2 rifle. The Marines and sailors of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) during Operation JOINT GUARDIAN are helping to enforce the implementation of the military technical agreement and to provide peace and stability to Kosovo

26th MEU Marines from Lima Battery, 3rd Battalion, 10th Marine Regimen...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: JOINT GUARDIAN Base: Zegra State: Kosovo Country: Yugoslavia (YUG) Scene Major Command Shown: 26th Marine Expedtionary Unit ... More

Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines receive a safety brief and instructions in preparation for a live-fire weapons shoot on the flight deck of USS ESSEX (LHD 2). The ROK Marines fired US Marine Colt M16A2 5.56mm Rifles as part of the bilateral information exchange made possible by the ESSEX's hosting approximately 100 ROK Marines for nearly a week. Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) trained with the ROK Marines, exchanging close-combat skills, conducting a combined amphibious raid, and other training exercises as part of Exercise FOAL EAGLE 2000. FOAL EAGLE is a combined arms exercise conducted between Korean and the US forces

Republic of Korea (ROK) Marines receive a safety brief and instruction...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: FOAL EAGLE 2000 Base: Uss Essex (LHD 2) Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Camera Operator: Unknown Release Status: Rele... More

From the kneeling supported position, STAFF Sergeant Jamie Newman, representing Air Mobility Command, with Colt M16A2 5.56mm Rifle takes careful aim at targets down range at the Combat Rifle Competition during Exercise DEFENDER CHALLENGE 2000 at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. DEFENDER CHALLENGE is the annual Air Force competition sponsored by Air Force Security Forces. This competition showcases the talents and capabilities of 13 international Security Forces teams in seven physical fitness, base defense and policing skills over six days

From the kneeling supported position, STAFF Sergeant Jamie Newman, rep...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: DEFENDER CHALLENGE 00 Base: Lackland Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera O... More

Tracer rounds and explosions pierce the deserts night sky as US Marine Corps (USMC) personnel engage multiple ground targets with their FNMI 7.62 mm M240 Machine Guns, M203 Grenade Launchers and Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifles, during live fire training

Tracer rounds and explosions pierce the deserts night sky as US Marine...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Country: United Arab Emerites (UAE) Scene Camera Operator: SGT Don L. Maes, USMC Release Status: Released to Public Combined Military Service Digital Ph... More

A US Army soldier assigned C/Company, 3/7 Cavalry, 3rd Infantry Division, wearing Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System (MILES) gear and carrying 5.56mm M16A2 assault rifles and a 5.56mm Colt M4 carbine rifle, man a security checkpoint, while conducting operations with the Mountain Eagle Task Force, at the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Polk, Louisiana

A US Army soldier assigned C/Company, 3/7 Cavalry, 3rd Infantry Divisi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Fort Polk State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: FORSCOM Scene Camera Operator: Raymond A. Bar... More

Marines of 2d Low Altitude Arial Defence (LAAD) Battalion (Alpha Battery) went on a motivated 3 mile "Mud Run". The Marines were able to get down and dirty while at the same time boost morale within the group. Members will later spend lots of time getting their 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifles clean

Marines of 2d Low Altitude Arial Defence (LAAD) Battalion (Alpha Batte...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Mcas, Cherry Point State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 2d LAAD Scene Camera Operator: ... More

Marines of 2d Low Altitude Arial Defence (LAAD) Battalion (Alpha Battery) went on a motivated 3 mile "Mud Run". The Marines were able to get down and dirty while at the same time boost morale within the group. Members will later spend lots of time getting their 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifles clean

Marines of 2d Low Altitude Arial Defence (LAAD) Battalion (Alpha Batte...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Mcas, Cherry Point State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 2d LAAD Scene Camera Operator: ... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jason Rootes, USAF, (left), and Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Brian Hosken, USAF, 8th Communications Squadron, in full Mission-Oriented Protective Posture response level 4 (MOPP-4) gear and carrying Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, perform a sweep of the area after a simulated mortar attack during the 8th Fighter Wing's COMBAT EMPLOYMENT READINESS Exercise (CERE)

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Jason Rootes, USAF, (left), and Technical Sergea...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COMBAT EMPLOYMENT READINESS Base: Kunsan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF Scene Ca... More

Private First Class Hector Flores, USA, 39th Trans BN, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, with his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle at hand, checks the ID and badge of personnel entering the Air Operations Center Compound Security. The USAFE (US Air Force in Europe) sponsored exercise UNION FLASH 01 to train the Joint Force Air Component Commander, The Joint Air Operations Center and the USAREUR (US Army Europe) Battlefield Coordination Element using computer simulation and state-of-the-art software programs in the art of war planning and execution

Private First Class Hector Flores, USA, 39th Trans BN, Ramstein Air Ba...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: UNION FLASH 01 Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, security forces team member, adjusts his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles sights at the firing range during the marksmanship portion for the Air Force Space Command GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, Space and Missile Competition. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and sile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all...

SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, security forces team member, adjusts his Col... More

Technic Sergeant Ward, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Cifornia, firing range instructor, briefs the 341st Space Wing, Mmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, security forces team on the marksmanship event requirements. The team have their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles and magazines ready. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annuly at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across...

Technic Sergeant Ward, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, Cif...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Technical Sergeant Ward, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, firing range instructor, briefs the 341st Space... More

During GUARDIAN CHALLEGE, SENIOR AIRMAN Laura M. Puza, USAF, Chef from the 91st Space Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, adjust her sights on the Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle as she prepares to compete in the Chef Marksmanship event at Vandenberg Air Force Base. As part of the Chefs Competition, SRA Puza, has to prepare meals for 50 people, then fire 30 rounds with the M16 from various positions and targets. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and...

During GUARDIAN CHALLEGE, SENIOR AIRMAN Laura M. Puza, USAF, Chef from...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: During GUARDIAN CHALLEGE, SENIOR AIRMAN Laura M. Puza, USAF, Chef from the 91st Space Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, ... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin Guiducci, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, quickly don their MCU-2P protective masks at the firing range in the marksmanship tactics phase of the Air Force Space Comm GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, Space Missile Competition. Their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles lay before them ready for the next phase of the competition. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Venberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best demonstrate the comms warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness...

SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin G...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin Guiducci, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces, Patrick Ai... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left) and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, military chefs from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fire their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2s during the chef marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork...

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left) and AIRMAN First Class Frank C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left) and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, military chefs from the 21st Space Wing, Pet... More

Sior AIRMAN Vinct G. Ouchana, USAF, (right) with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle with an M203 40 mm grade launcher attached, and AIRMAN First Class Ryan S. Overcash, USAF, with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana. The team races toward a bunker to begin the marksmanship evt of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day evt hosted annually at Vandberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing;...

Sior AIRMAN Vinct G. Ouchana, USAF, (right) with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Vincent G. Ouchana, USAF, (right) with a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle with an M203 40 mm grenade launcher attached, an... More

AIRMAN First Class Frank Colls, USAF, 21st Space Wg military chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fires his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle durg the zerog portion of the chef marksmanship competition of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfightg skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readess and combat capabilities through preparation, novation and sharg; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Colls, USAF, 21st Space Wg military chef from...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing military chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fires his Colt 5.5... More

AIRMAN First Class Joshua E. Stahl, USAF, (rear), and Lieutenant Mark Douglas II, USAF, of the 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, team wait to proceed to a bunker to begin the marksmanship event of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. Both are carrying Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and le competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all...

AIRMAN First Class Joshua E. Stahl, USAF, (rear), and Lieutenant Mark ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Joshua E. Stahl, USAF, (rear), and Lieutenant Mark Douglas II, USAF, of the 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom ... More

Clutching his MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear beeper, SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Matt Zizzo, USAF, 30th Security Forces Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, realizes hes been "killed" by aggressor Technical Sergeant Darrin Hooten, USAF, 95th Security Forces Squadron, Edwards Air Force Base, California, during the security forces tactics tion. SRA Zizzo is using a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle with a MILES Infrared transceiver. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile tion, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates...

Clutching his MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Clutching his MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear beeper, SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Matt Zizzo, USAF, 30th Securi... More

The 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, team prepares for the marksmanship event by loading their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 magazines. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the command."

The 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, team pre...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Majo... More

Snior AIRMAN (SRA) Laura M. Puza, USAF, Chf from Minot Air Forc Bas, North Dakota, prpars to load hr Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifl during th Chf Marksmanship vnt at Vandnbrg Air Forc Bas. As part of th Chfs Comptition, SRA Puza, has to prpar mals for 50 popl, thn fir 30 rounds with th M16 from various positions and targts. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, th world's prmir spac and missil comptition, is a four-day vnt hostd annually at Vandnbrg AFB, CA "to rcogniz th bst and dmonstrat th commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE crats comptition-tough crws; improvs radinss and combat capabilitis through prparation, innovation and sharing; nhancs...

Snior AIRMAN (SRA) Laura M. Puza, USAF, Chf from Minot Air Forc Bas, N...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Laura M. Puza, USAF, Chef from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, prepares to load her Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 r... More

With a event judge watching, members of the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, race to the finish line to complete the marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. The airmen are carrying Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles and wearing flack jackets. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the nds warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the...

With a event judge watching, members of the 30th Space Wing, Vandenber...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: With a event judge watching, members of the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, race to the finish line to c... More

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, charges in the mist of the Combat Tactics part of the Security Forces competition during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. A1C Overcash uses a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, wears MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. Combat Tactics tests security forces in realistic scenario that any unit might encounter. The scenario tests their ability to defend/recapture resources and personnel while engaged in direct combat with enemy forces. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at...

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, charges in the mist of the ... More

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kenneth Conkright, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights," from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, stands watch with his security forces team as they participate in the tactics portion of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. A1C Conkright and his teammates carry Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews;...

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kenneth Conkright, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Kni...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kenneth Conkright, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights," from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, stands watc... More

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, security forces team leader directs the exit from a facility during the tactics event of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. TSGT Winfree and his crew carry Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and...

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Pete...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, security forces team leader... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Irvin Osores, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces team member, takes aim of a sniper while taking cover behind sand bags during the tactics portion of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, Space and Missile. SRA Osores uses a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, and is wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and...

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Irvin Osores, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Force...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Irvin Osores, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces team member, takes aim of a sniper while taking cover be... More

Security forces troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, gain tactical entry during the tactics event of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. The crew carry Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances...

Security forces troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Ba...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Security forces troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, gain tactical entry during the tactics event... More

Airm First Class (A1C) Ry S. Overcash, USAF, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Monta, hauls away the recaptured resource during the Combat Tactics part of the Security Forces competition of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. A1C Overcash uses a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, wears MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear d AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. Combat Tactics tests security forces in realistic scenario that y unit might encounter. The scenario tests their ability to defend/recapture resources d personnel while engaged in direct combat with enemy forces. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space d missile competition, is a four-day event hosted...

Airm First Class (A1C) Ry S. Overcash, USAF, 341st Security Forces, Ma...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, USAF, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, hauls away the recapt... More

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, security forces team leader, checks the area for opposition forces during the tactics portion of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. TSGT Winfree and his crew carry Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and...

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Pete...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Technical Sergeant (TSGT) Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, security forces team leader, checks t... More

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, in the mist of the Combat Tactics part of the Security Forces competition during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. A1C Overcash uses a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, wears MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear and AN/PVS-7B Night Vision Goggles. Combat Tactics tests security forces in realistic scenario that any unit might encounter. The scenario tests their ability to defend/recapture resources and personnel while engaged in direct combat with enemy forces. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB,...

AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malm...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ryan S. Overcash, 341st Security Forces, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, in the mist of the Combat T... More

Security Force participants, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, run toward the firing range with gas masks on and carrying their Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifles at the ready as part of the marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the command."

Security Force participants, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Bas...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Majo... More

Air Base Defense personnel AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Brown, USAF, (left), and A1C Luzum, USAF, 28th Security Forces, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, take aim while watching for "enemy terrorists" in a nearby valley during Ellsworth's Operational Readiness Inspection. Both have Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 Rifles, while A1C Luzum also has an M203 40mm grenade launcher attached to his M16

Air Base Defense personnel AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Brown, USAF, (left...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ellsworth Air Force Base State: South Dakota (SD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: ... More

Awaiting possible "enemy terrorists" in the area, AIRMAN First Class Doty, USAF, (left), and SENIOR AIRMAN Hadeka, USAF, 28th Security Forces, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, join together to make a line of defense in the prone position during Ellsworth's Operational Readiness Inspection. Both are using Colt 5.56 mm M16A2s with SRA Hadeka has an additional M203 40 mm grenade launcher attached to his M16

Awaiting possible "enemy terrorists" in the area, AIRMAN First Class D...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Ellsworth Air Force Base State: South Dakota (SD) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: ... More

SPECIALIST Eleazar Mattocks, USA, Charlie Company 2-1 Infantry, Fort Wainwright, Alaska, using helmet camouflage and a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle with an M203 40mm grenade launcher, demonstrates a platoon battle drill attack for the Thai Forces during the COBRA GOLD 2001 exercises. COBRA GOLD '01 is regularly scheduled, joint-combined exercise designed to ensure regional peace and strengthen the ability of the royal Thai Armed Forces to defend Thailand or respond to regional contingencies. This year's exercise, the 20th in the series, will focus on peace enforcement operations

SPECIALIST Eleazar Mattocks, USA, Charlie Company 2-1 Infantry, Fort W...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD 01 Country: Thailand (THA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Leslie Lawrence, USAF Release Status: Released to Public Com... More

Corporal Jason Desautels, USMC, from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines weapon platoon, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii fires his M2O3 40mm Grenade Launcher attached to his Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifle during Exercise TANDEM THRUST. India Company is conducting a live fire range exercise consisting of firing AT-4 Rocket Launchers, Shoulder Mounted Anti Armor Weapons, and M-2O3 40mm Grenade Launchers at the Shoalwater Bay Training Area. TANDEM THRUST is a biennial combined United States and Australian military training exercise, held in the vicinity of Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia. More than 27,000 Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines are participating, with Canadian...

Corporal Jason Desautels, USMC, from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Corporal Jason Desautels, USMC, from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines weapon platoon, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii fires his M2... More

Corporal Jason Desautels, USMC, from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines weapon platoon, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii loads his M2O3 Grenade Launcher attached to his Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifle during Exercise TANDEM THRUST. India Company is conducting a live fire range exercise consisting of firing AT-4 Rocket Launchers, Shoulder Mounted Anti Armor Weapons, and M-2O3 40mm Grenade Launchers at the Shoalwater Bay Training Area. TANDEM THRUST is a biennial combined United States and Australian military training exercise, held in the vicinity of Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia. More than 27,000 Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines are participating, with Canadian ...

Corporal Jason Desautels, USMC, from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Corporal Jason Desautels, USMC, from India Company, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines weapon platoon, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii loads his M2... More

AIRMAN First Class Michel Winters, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) and carrying a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, advances with his fire team to clear a near-by abandoned building. As part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training, the mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

AIRMAN First Class Michel Winters, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Avia...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT David J Ahlschwede, USAF Rel... More

In MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), AIRMAN First Class Rickey Pearson, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, uses his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle to cover the exit to a building after clearing it. As part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training, the mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

In MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), AIRMAN First C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT David J Ahlschwede, USAF Rel... More

In MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), and his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle at the ready, SENIOR AIRMAN Joseph Mattox, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, takes cover by an abandoned building while members of his fire team advance to clear the building. As part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training, the mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

In MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), and his Colt 5...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT David J Ahlschwede, USAF Rel... More

In MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), and his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle at the ready, AIRMAN First Class Justin Mullins, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, approaches a mock town during a practice mission for the upcoming Defender Challenge Competition. Acting as the "Bad Guys" they also deploy to the field during the Ground Combat Skills, (GCS) training, a week long training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

In MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), and his Colt 5...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SRA Staci Clapper, USAF Release S... More

In full MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), AIRMAN First Class Michel Winters, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, takes aim with his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle at a sniper in a mock town. As part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training, the mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

In full MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), AIRMAN Fi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT David J Ahlschwede, USAF Rel... More

In full MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) and carrying a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, SENIOR AIRMAN Craig Smelter, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, signals to his fire team members to take cover and stay down as he clears a building in a mock town. As part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training, the mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

In full MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) and carryi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT David J Ahlschwede, USAF Rel... More

In full MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), AIRMAN First Class Michel Winters, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, takes aim with his Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle at a sniper in a mock town. As part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training, the mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

In full MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System), AIRMAN Fi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: SRA Staci Clapper, USAF Release S... More

AIRMAN First Class Patrick Krivosh, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadron, Aviano Air Base, Italy, wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) and carrying a Colt 5.56 mm M16A2 rifle, drops as he hears distant machine gun fire, as part of Ground Combat Skills (GCS) training. The mission scenario is to move in and occupy a mock village, restore order and allow for peaceful elections. GCS is a weeklong training regiment consisting of three days of classroom work and two days in the field where trainees receive instruction on land navigation, combat patrolling and field craft skills

AIRMAN First Class Patrick Krivosh, USAF, 31st Security Forces Squadro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Aviano Air Base State: Pordenone Country: Italy (ITA) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT David J Ahlschwede, USAF Rel... More

52d Security Forces Squadron member AIRMAN First Class Jason Jacobs moves in to apprehend and handcuff "perpetrator" STAFF Sergeant James Blakley, 23d Fighter Squadron Crew CHIEF, while SENIOR AIRMAN Juliio Figueroa, with a Colt 5.56mm M16A2 Assault Rifle, ensures security and safety during a flight exercise at Spangdahlem AB, Germany

52d Security Forces Squadron member AIRMAN First Class Jason Jacobs mo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Spangdahlem Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE Scene Camera Operator: TSGT Jo... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Lealofi, USAF, and 2nd Lieutenant (2LT) Jason Medsger, USAF, Flight Commander, 305th Security Forces, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, capture STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Aaron Lewis, USAF, of the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) during a MOBILITY EXERCISE (MOBEX). 2Lt Medsger carries the captured Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifle. The MOBEX designed to test the ability of the Security Forces to establish and defend an Entry Control Point (ECP) on an air base. The evaluators of the exercise inserted various stresses against the unit, from probing patrols to frontal assault of the ECP. SSGT Lewis and the members of the OPFOR were unsuccessful in their attempt to penetrate the perimeter of ...

SENIOR AIRMAN Lealofi, USAF, and 2nd Lieutenant (2LT) Jason Medsger, U...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Senior Airman Lealofi, USAF, and 2nd Lieutenant (2LT) Jason Medsger, USAF, Flight Commander, 305th Security Forces, McGuire Air... More

With their Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifles, with blank adapters, STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Aaron Lewis, USAF, (right) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Kevin Taylor, USAF, of the 305th Security Forces, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, act as Opposing Forces (OPFOR) during a base MOBILITY EXERCISE (MOBEX). A1C Taylor and SSGT Lewis are advancing toward the Entry Control Point (ECP) on a simulated airfield. The MOBEX designed to test the ability of the Security Forces to establish and defend an Entry Control Point (ECP) on an air base. The evaluators of the exercise inserted various stresses against the unit, from probing patrols to frontal assault of the ECP. SSGT Lewis and the members of the ...

With their Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifles, with blank adapters, STAF...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: With their Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifles, with blank adapters, Staff Sergeant (SSGT) Aaron Lewis, USAF, (right) and Airman F... More

Technical Sergeant Hector Soler, USAF, an instructor with the 305th Security Forces, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey, watches as STAFF Sergeant Dawne Roby, USAF, using a Colt M16A2 5.56mm Assault Rifle, fires at the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) during a MOBILITY EXERCISE (MOBEX). The MOBEX designed to test the ability of the Security Forces to establish and defend an Entry Control Point (ECP) on an air base. The evaluators of the exercise inserted various stresses against the unit, from probing patrols to frontal assault of the ECP. This time the OPFOR members were unsuccessful in their attempt to penetrate the perimeter of the base

Technical Sergeant Hector Soler, USAF, an instructor with the 305th Se...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: MOBILITY EXERCISE Base: Mcguire Air Force Base State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Co... More

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