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The honorable Dr. Sheila Widnall, Secretary of the Air Force arrives at Vandenberg AFB to take part in the Guardian Challenge festivities. She is greeted by Brig. GEN. Robert Hinson, Director of Operations, Headquarters Air Force Space Command, and other distinguished visitors from the 30th Space Wing

The honorable Dr. Sheila Widnall, Secretary of the Air Force arrives a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE '97 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene ... More

Torpedoman's Mate Third Class (SS) Samuel S. Cabrerra (left) passes a lashing strap to TM2 (SS) Jimmie S. Swift III as they safely secure a Tomahawk missile in the torpedo room of the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) during GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Torpedoman's Mate Third Class (SS) Samuel S. Cabrerra (left) passes a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

Sonar Technician Second Class (SS) William E. Cross calls in the "all clear" during a missile loading evolution aboard the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) during the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Sonar Technician Second Class (SS) William E. Cross calls in the "all ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

Electrician's Mate Third Class (SS) Anthony S. Oliveri plots a course for the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) as it departs the California port for deeper water for the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Electrician's Mate Third Class (SS) Anthony S. Oliveri plots a course ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

In the torpedo room of the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY, Torpedoman's Mate SEAMAN (SS) Enrique J. Galvez prepares for the arrival of a Tomahawk missile which will be fired during the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

In the torpedo room of the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

A Fire Control Technician Second Class (SS) prepares a hatch fitting during a missile on-load aboard the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) for joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

A Fire Control Technician Second Class (SS) prepares a hatch fitting d...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

Electrician's Mate SENIOR CHIEF (SS) Bernard R. Jaques, assistant navigator, reviews navigational charts on board the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) during the exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Electrician's Mate SENIOR CHIEF (SS) Bernard R. Jaques, assistant navi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

A Fire Control Technician Third Class (SS) Roberto A. Baptiste grabs his gear on board the Los Angeles submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) as he prepares to stand watch pierside during the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

A Fire Control Technician Third Class (SS) Roberto A. Baptiste grabs h...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

Crewmen aboard the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) relax while tugboats tow the boat out to sea where the crew will resume control in preparation for the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Crewmen aboard the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

A crewmember of the Los Angeles class submarine peers through the periscope to check on surface traffic prior to the launch of missile in support of the JOINT military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

A crewmember of the Los Angeles class submarine peers through the peri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) H. Wolfgang Porter Release Status: Released to Public C... More

Both enlisted and commissioned sailors pull duty in the control room of the Los Angeles class submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716). During manuevering operations they keep a watchful eye, through periscopes, on the busy shipping lanes near this California city as they participate in the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Both enlisted and commissioned sailors pull duty in the control room o...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: PH... More

Machinist Mate Third Class David E. Phillips (left) and LT William A. Manhart (right) enjoy the sunshine and fresh air off the coast of California after days of being submerged in their submarine during GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Machinist Mate Third Class David E. Phillips (left) and LT William A. ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) H. Wolfgang Porter Release Status: Released to Public C... More

Lookouts aboard the submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) watch for traffic on the shipping lanes as the boat heads for its home port at San Diego, California during GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Lookouts aboard the submarine USS SALT LAKE CITY (SSN-716) watch for t...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) H. Wolfgang Porter Release Status: Released to Public C... More

Machinist Mate Third Class (SS) Kris G. Steele stands watch and keeps an eye out, using binoculars, for ocean traffic near the California coast during GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Machinist Mate Third Class (SS) Kris G. Steele stands watch and keeps ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) H. Wolfgang Porter Release Status: Released to Public C... More

Machinist Mate Third Class David E. Phillips scans the horizon for ships that may cross the path of the submarine as it returns to its home port of San Diego, California during the joint military exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Machinist Mate Third Class David E. Phillips scans the horizon for shi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Country: Unknown Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) H. Wolfgang Porter Release Status: Released to Public C... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Kieron Ennis (left) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Joel Steinbrunner, members of the E.F. Warren Air Force Base, Pneudraulics Team, carefully check their competition equipment before the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competition gets under way

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Kieron Ennis (left) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C)...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

An Honor Guard and the Team Vandenberg representatives, greet the 45th Space Wing Sharks, from Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, upon their arrival on a KC-135 Tanker to Vandenberg Air Force Base, prior to the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competition

An Honor Guard and the Team Vandenberg representatives, greet the 45th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The 91st Space Wing Security Forces maintenance team from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, arrives on the flight-line ready to compete with other teams during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

The 91st Space Wing Security Forces maintenance team from Minot Air Fo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

United States Air Force Second Lieutenant (2LT) Jerry Buchanan and First Lieutenant (1LT) Scott Trinrud, from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, familiarize themselves with the space and missile operations at Vandenberg Air Force Base, before joining the rest of their team during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

United States Air Force Second Lieutenant (2LT) Jerry Buchanan and Fir...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

United States Officer Michael M. Pettit, a member of the 45th Space Wing Security Forces team, from Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, studies his target for accurate hits, in order to fine-tune his sights for the Marksmanship Competition, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

United States Officer Michael M. Pettit, a member of the 45th Space Wi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

MASTER Sergeant (MSGT) Davenport from the 30th Security Forces Squadron, describes the operation of an MK19 40mm Machine Gun to the Commander of the 2nd Air Force Air Education and Training Command, Major General (MGEN) Andy Pelak, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

MASTER Sergeant (MSGT) Davenport from the 30th Security Forces Squadro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Security Forces team members from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado, fire their electronic M16 rifles using a Combat Arms Training Simulator, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

Security Forces team members from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Sp...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Edward Pena and AIRMAN First Class (AIC) Efrain Espinoza, with the 30th Space Wing, Security Forces Team, study their direct hit on a target down range using an M203 Grenade Launcher, mounted under an M16A2 rifle, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Edward Pena and AIRMAN First Class (AIC) Efrain ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The 45th Space Wing Security Forces team, from Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, wait on the firing-line with their M16 rifles as the Marksmanship Evaluators use high-powered binoculars to examine the number and quality of hits down range, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

The 45th Space Wing Security Forces team, from Patrick Air Force Base,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Jason Rearick (left) and SRA Michael Wilson, members of the E. F. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, team, carefully go over their electronic Code Change Verifier unit before the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competition gets under way

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Jason Rearick (left) and SRA Michael Wilson, membe...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Timothy S. Seely, leads his team, the Sharks, toward the finish line during the Marksmanship leg of the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competition

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Timothy S. Seely, leads his team, the Sharks, towa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competitors, STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Kieron Ennis and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Joel Steinbrunner, analyze an Isolator Air Compressor, used in Launch Control Centers

GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 competitors, STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Kieron Ennis ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Michael Pettit, a team member with the Security Forces Squadron, aims his M16 rifle at an electronic simulated target, generated by a Combat Simulator, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

Michael Pettit, a team member with the Security Forces Squadron, aims ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The 45th Space Wing Security Forces team from Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, receives a briefing before starting their marksmanship competition, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

The 45th Space Wing Security Forces team from Patrick Air Force Base, ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Jeremy Collis fires his M16 rifle down range as a safety and Marksmanship Evaluator looks on, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

SENIOR AIRMAN (SRA) Jeremy Collis fires his M16 rifle down range as a ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

MASTER Sergeant (MSGT) Davenport from the 30th Security Forces Squadron, demonstrates the operation of an MK19 40 mm Machine Gun to the Commander of the 2nd Air Force Air Education and Training Command, Major General (MGEN) Andy Pelak, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

MASTER Sergeant (MSGT) Davenport from the 30th Security Forces Squadro...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gunnar Williams (right) and AIRMAN (AMN) Cody Green, team members from the 50th Space Wing, compete using a state-of-the-art Combat Arms Training Simulator, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gunnar Williams (right) and AIRMAN (AMN) Cody Gr...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

AIRMAN Mathew Rizzo, a 30th Security Forces team member wears eye protection, canteen belt and a field vest, as he kneels holding his M16A2 rifle and M203 Grenade Launcher, while he oversees a firing range competition during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

AIRMAN Mathew Rizzo, a 30th Security Forces team member wears eye prot...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Competitors from the 91st Space Wing Security Forces team climb up and over a tall ladder obstacle at Vandenberg Air Force Base, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

Competitors from the 91st Space Wing Security Forces team climb up and...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The 21st Space Wing Security Forces team races for the finish line, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

The 21st Space Wing Security Forces team races for the finish line, du...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) GUNNER Williams of the 50th Security Forces Squadron, successfully squeezes out from under a barbed wire obstacle course, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) GUNNER Williams of the 50th Security Forces ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The Vandenberg Air Force Base, Honor Guard waits on the tarmac, at strict attention for the arrival of the Commander of the United States Air Force Space Command, General (GEN) Richard Meyers, during the start of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

The Vandenberg Air Force Base, Honor Guard waits on the tarmac, at str...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Members of the 21st Space Wing Security Forces team, cross the finish line after a grueling three-mile obstacle course designed to exact a maximum effort from the competitors, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

Members of the 21st Space Wing Security Forces team, cross the finish ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

AIRMAN (AMN) Cody Green of the 50th Security Forces Squadron squeezes out from under one of the difficult obstacles on the three-mile course, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

AIRMAN (AMN) Cody Green of the 50th Security Forces Squadron squeezes ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

Carefully clearing low strung barbed wire, AIRMAN (AMN) Cody M. Green crawls towards the end of a three-mile obstacle course during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

Carefully clearing low strung barbed wire, AIRMAN (AMN) Cody M. Green ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Charles Doan, with the 50th Space Wing Security Forces team member, crawls through and under a barbed wire obstacle, part of a three mile course during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Charles Doan, with the 50th Space Wing Security ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

The Commander of the United States Air Force Space Command, General Richard Meyers, listens to a GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 judge explain the obstacle course rules

The Commander of the United States Air Force Space Command, General Ri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 99 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene C... More

STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st Space Wing Knights of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, arrives at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, amidst a cordon of honor guard, for 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."

STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Arriving at Vandenberg Air Fore Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Colonel David Warner, USAF, (left), 50th Communiations Group (CG/CC), Shriever Air Fore Base, Colorado, greeted by Colonel Frank Casserino, USAF, 310th Spae Group (SG/CC), Shriever Air Fore Base, Colorado. The 50th Spae Wing team, one of eight Spae Wings ompeting in GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, the world's premier spae and missile ompetition hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Fore Base. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier spae and missile ompetition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to reognize the best and demonstrate the ommands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE...

Arriving at Vandenberg Air Fore Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLEN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Colonel David Warner, USAF, (left), 50th Communi... More

Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, greets competitors from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, greets his teammates as they arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for 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."

Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

AIRMAN First Class Jessica Ramos, USAF, still photographer, 30th Communication Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force Base, documents an honor guard detail performing at the arrival ceremony for the competitors of 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."

AIRMAN First Class Jessica Ramos, USAF, still photographer, 30th Commu...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardi, USAF, (right), mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wing) from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, gives a high five to his arriving teammates as they arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for 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 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...

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardi, USAF, (right), mascot for the Frontiersmen...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardi, USAF, (right), mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wing) from Malmstrom Air Force Bas... More

Members of the Vandenberg Honor Guard perform at the arrival ceremony for competitors in 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."

Members of the Vandenberg Honor Guard perform at the arrival ceremony ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

SENIOR leadership from the Air Force Space Command and Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, greet competitors from the 341st Space Wing, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, as they arrive for the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 competition. 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."

SENIOR leadership from the Air Force Space Command and Vandenberg Air ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

With STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, as Iron Mike, the Knights of the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, celebrate the start of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 with a cheer. The cheer is led by Brigadier General Robert Kehler, (left), 21st Space Wing commander, and Lieutenant Colonel Michael Peel, (center) 21st Space Wing project officer, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's mier 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...

With STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, as Iron Mike, the Knights of the 2...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: With STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, as Iron Mike, the Knights of the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, celebra... More

Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, greets STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wg) from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, on his arrival 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...

Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHA...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Major General Judd Blaisdell, USAF, competition judge for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, greets STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mas... More

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the Frontiersmen of the 341st SW (Space Wing) from Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, leads the way for the team at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for 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."

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the Frontiersmen of the ...

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

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing commander, greets STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st Space Wing Knights of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, as he and his unit arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for 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...

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing commander, greets STAFF S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing commander, greets STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the... More

Major General (MGEN) Judd Blaisdell, USAF, (left), Air STAFF, MGEN Tim McMahon, USAF, 20th AF/CC, and Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, (right), 30th SW/CC greet GUARDIAN CHALLENGE competitors from the 50th Space Wing (SW). 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."

Major General (MGEN) Judd Blaisdell, USAF, (left), Air STAFF, MGEN Tim...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC Scene Camera Operator:... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) AJ Miller, USAF, the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE "Bombardier" mascot representing the 310th Space Group arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base greeted by his own commander, Colonel Frank Casserino, the 310th Space Group (SG/CC). SSGT Miller is a reservist who teaches the Top Off Intelligence Course at Peterson Air Force Base. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, the world's premier space and missile on hosted annually at Vandenberg Air Force Base. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile on, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates...

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) AJ Miller, USAF, the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE "Bombard...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) AJ Miller, USAF, the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE "Bombardier" mascot representing the 310th Space Group arriving at... More

The Knights of the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for 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."

The Knights of the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as mascot Iron Mike, leads the Knights of the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, in a rally cheer as the Knights arrive 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 across all mission areas in the command."

STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as mascot Iron Mike, leads the Kn...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Major General William Looney, 14th Air Force commander, and Major General H. J. "Mitch" Mitchell, Air Force Space Command Director of Operations, greet STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as Iron Mike, mascot for the 21st Space Wing Knights of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. Brigadier General Robert Kehler, 21st Space Wing commander, of the Knights follows his mascot as they arrive at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, for GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile n, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates...

Major General William Looney, 14th Air Force commander, and Major Gene...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Major General William Looney, 14th Air Force commander, and Major General H. J. "Mitch" Mitchell, Air Force Space Command Direct... More

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the 341st SW (Space Wing) Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Frontiersmen, is greeted by Major General H. J. "Mitch" Mitchell, USAF, AFSPC/DO, Director of Operations, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, as the Frontiersmen arrive for 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...

STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the 341st SW (Space Wing...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Rusty Mardis, USAF, mascot for the 341st SW (Space Wing) Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, Frontiersmen, is gree... More

At Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, the two chefs from the 91st Space Wing pass through an arch of axe handles formed by their fellow Minot Air Force Base members. The members are sending their blessing to the chefs in their up coming competition at GURADIAN CHALLENGE 01. The chefs will have to prepare meals for fifty people, then fire thirty rounds with M16s 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 combat...

At Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, the two chefs from the 91st ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: At Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, the two chefs from the 91st Space Wing pass through an arch of axe handles formed by t... More

Technical Sergeant Richard B. Greer USAF, 91 Space Wing's Facility Maintenance Team (FMT), Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, checks his equipment in preparation for the FMT evaluation at Vandenberg Air Force Base during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE. 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."

Technical Sergeant Richard B. Greer USAF, 91 Space Wing's Facility Mai...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Mascot, "Snark the Shark" from the 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force Base Florida, takes over for conductor, Rudolfo Fernandezs Lompoc POP's Orchestra, during opening ceremonies for 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 across all mission areas in the command."

Mascot, "Snark the Shark" from the 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force ...

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

Colonel Mark Owen, USAF, (in flightsuit), commander of the 30th Operations Group, sits with the "home-team", Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, 30th Space Wing Red-Tail Hawks, at the opening ceremonies of 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."

Colonel Mark Owen, USAF, (in flightsuit), commander of the 30th Operat...

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

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

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing competitors cheer during the early morning opening ceremonies for the Air Force Space Command, Space and Missile 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."

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing competitors cheer during the e...

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

Rudolfo Fernandez conductor of the Lompoc Pops Orchestra leads the orchestra in a rendition of the theme from the movie "2001 A Space Odyssey" during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 opening ceremony 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 across all mission areas in the command."

Rudolfo Fernandez conductor of the Lompoc Pops Orchestra leads the orc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

From the left, Aldrdge trophy, for the "Best Satellte Operatons Wng," the Blanchard trophy, "Best Mssle Operatons Wng," and the Schrever trophy, "Best Spacelft Operatons Wng," ready for the kck-off of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Ar Force Base, Calforna. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premer space and mssle competton, s a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognze the best and demonstrate the commands warfghtng sklls. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competton-tough crews; mproves readness and combat capabltes through preparaton, nnovaton and sharng; enhances esprt de corps and strengthens teamwork across all msson areas...

From the left, Aldrdge trophy, for the "Best Satellte Operatons Wng," ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: From the left, Aldridge trophy, for the "Best Satellite Operations Wing," the Blanchard trophy, "Best Missile Operations Wing," ... More

Californias Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing's mascot, "Hawkman," watches as a rival teams entrance to the hangar during the opening ceremonies of 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."

Californias Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing's mascot, "Hawkm...

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

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left front), and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force, Colorado, pressurize the M2A Burner unit at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, during a lull in the chef safety competition for 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...

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

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

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing Commander, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, and his wife, Candi, wait for the opening ceremonies of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 to begin. 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." (SUBSTANDARD)

Colonel Steve Lanning, USAF, 30th Space Wing Commander, Vandenberg Air...

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

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wings mascot "Snark" rallies his team during the early morning opening ceremonies for the Air Force Space Command, space and missile competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. "Snark" is nicknamed after the SNARK missiles launched from Cape Canaveral. 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...

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wings mascot "Snark" rallies his te...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wings mascot "Snark" rallies his team during the early morning opening ceremonies for the Air... 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

Patrick Air Force Base, Floridas 45th Space Wing's mascot "Sharky," cheers on his team members during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 opening ceremonies 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 across all mission areas in the command."

Patrick Air Force Base, Floridas 45th Space Wing's mascot "Sharky," ch...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Observers and spectators gather during the Best Chef Team competition at GUARDIAN LLENGE 2001. CHIEF MASTER Sergeant Lee Huntoon, USAF, (right), Air Force Space Command's CHIEF of Food and Lodging Services, evaluates the process as SENIOR AIRMAN Marilyn Machay, USAF, and AIRMAN First Class Deanna Howell, USAF, verify that all burners on the M2A Burner Unit are on, insuring full and proper operation. Both airmen are from the 90th Space Wing, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming. GUARDIAN LLENGE, 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...

Observers and spectators gather during the Best Chef Team competition ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Observers and spectators gather during the Best Chef Team competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. CHIEF MASTER Sergeant Lee Hunt... 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

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, pressurizes M2A burner unit as his teammate SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, checks air pressure gage, during chef safety competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, world's premier space and missile competition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize best and demonstrate commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengns teamwork across all mission areas in...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing chef from Pete...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, 21st Space Wing chef from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, pressurizes the M2A burner ... 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

Chief Master Sergeant Lee Huntoon, USAF, (left), Air Force Space Command's Chief of Food and Lodging Services, briefs Senior Airman Marilyn Machay, USAF, 90th Space Wing missile chef, on what to expect in their food preparation evaluation 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."

Chief Master Sergeant Lee Huntoon, USAF, (left), Air Force Space Comma...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... 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 Frank Collins, USAF, (right), chef competitor from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, adjusts the flame on an M2A burner unit as evaluator MASTER Sergeant John Fitzgerald, USAF, observes the process. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 kicks off 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...

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), chef competitor from ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, (right), chef competitor from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, ad... More

Members of the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, enjoy a moment of camaraderie, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, during a lull in the chef safety competition for 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."

Members of the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Col...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

From lef o righ, Parick Air Force Base, 45h Space Wing members SENIOR AIRMAN Jerome Worhingon, 2nd Lieuenan Tim McCary (in gray BDU) and Capain Marc Peerson, discuss he marksmanship scenario a he firing range during he Air Force Space Command GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Space and Missile Compeiion. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, he world's premier space and missile compeiion, is a four-day even hosed annually a Vandenberg AFB, CA "o recognize he bes and demonsrae he commands warfighing skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creaes compeiion-ough crews; improves readiness and comba capabiliies hrough preparaion, innovaion and sharing; enhances espri de corps and srenghens...

From lef o righ, Parick Air Force Base, 45h Space Wing members SENIOR ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: From left to right, Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing members SENIOR AIRMAN Jerome Worthington, 2nd Lieutenant Tim McCarty... 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

STAFF Sergeant Michael McAfee, USAF, (left) an Lieutenant Colonel Alvin Kemmet, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights" from Peterson Air Force Base, Colorao, congratulate SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (back to camera), upon completion of the chef marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vanenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the worl's premier space an missile competition, is a four-ay event hoste annually at Vanenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best an emonstrate the commans warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves reainess an combat capabilities through preparation, innovation an sharing; enhances esprit...

STAFF Sergeant Michael McAfee, USAF, (left) an Lieutenant Colonel Alvi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Michael McAfee, USAF, (left) and Lieutenant Colonel Alvin Kemmet, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights" from Peterson A... More

Californias Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing's mascot, "Hawkman," stares-down "Snark" the Shark, mascot from Floridas Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing, during the opening ceremonies of 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."

Californias Vandenberg Air Force Base 30th Space Wing's mascot, "Hawkm...

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

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

Schriever Air Force Base, Colorados 310th Space Group "Bombardiers" cheers on team members during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 opening ceremonies 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 across all mission areas in the command."

Schriever Air Force Base, Colorados 310th Space Group "Bombardiers" ch...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Jerry Delebreau, USAF, 45th Space Wg, Patrick Air Force Base, security forces Supertendent of Trag and Resources, nails a target the marksmanship exercise durg the Air Force Space Command GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Space and Missile Competition. 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...

SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Jerry Delebreau, USAF, 45th Space Wg, Patrick A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR MASTER Sergeant Jerry Delebreau, USAF, 45th Space Wing, Patrick Air Force Base, security forces Superintendent of Trainin... More

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right front) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Lisa Williams, USAF, work together to pressurize an M2A Burner Unit during the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Chef Safety Competition. Competition judge MASTER Sergeant Larry Dunbar, USAF, (right rear), observes the process. A1C Williams and SSGT Martinez are Missile Chefs representing the 341st Space Wing at Malmstrom Air Force Base Montana. 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...

STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right front) and AIRMAN...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) Gabriel Martinez, USAF, (right front) and AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Lisa Williams, USAF, work together to p... More

Lieutenant Colonel Joe Hogler, USAF, 30th Range Squadron, and 30th Space Wing mascot, "Hawkman" greet the competitors from the 30th Security Forces Squadron during the security force tactics competition. 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."

Lieutenant Colonel Joe Hogler, USAF, 30th Range Squadron, and 30th Spa...

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

SENIOR AIRMAN Marilyn Machay, USAF, (left), and AIRMAN First Class Deanna Howell, USAF, missile chefs from the 90th Space Wing, F. E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, compete as a team for the Best Chef title 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."

SENIOR AIRMAN Marilyn Machay, USAF, (left), and AIRMAN First Class Dea...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

First Lieutenant Jerry Zeitler, USAF, Deputy Commander of Crew 264 ICBM Operations, 91 Space Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, simulates punching in launch codes during ICBM Ops event at Vandenberg Air Force Base, during GUARDIAN CHALLENGE. 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."

First Lieutenant Jerry Zeitler, USAF, Deputy Commander of Crew 264 ICB...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, USAF, (right), AIRMAN First Class Dustin Guiducci, USAF, 45th Space Wing Security Forces, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida, receive instructions before firing on their designated targets at the firing range in the marksmanship tactics competition. The event is part of the Air Force Space Command GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, Space and Missile Competition. 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,...

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

First Lieutenant Ryan Collins, USAF, (left), as mascot "The General" for the "Fighting 50th," Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado, and STAFF Sergeant Barton Bosarge, USAF, as mascot "Iron Mike" for the "Knights," 21st Space Wing of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, engage in a spot of friendly swordplay. The impromptu battle took place during a break in the chef safety competition during 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...

First Lieutenant Ryan Collins, USAF, (left), as mascot "The General" f...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: First Lieutenant Ryan Collins, USAF, (left), as mascot "The General" for the "Fighting 50th," Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado... More

Technical Sergeant Dal Lent, USAF, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, signals an "op-four" (bad-guys) team member during the security forces tactics competition. He is wearing MILES (Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System) gear as headgear. 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."

Technical Sergeant Dal Lent, USAF, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, sign...

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

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, military chef competitor from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, confirms an instruction while adjusting am M2A burner unit for an M59 field range, during the chef safety competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, 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, military chef competitor from the 21s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, military chef competitor from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, confirms ... More

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