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LT. COL. Ellsworth cuts the ceremonial cake making the integration of the Quality Air Force Office, Headquarters Air Education and Training Command (AETC) and the AETC Management Engineering Flight into the new Quality and Management Innovation Flight

LT. COL. Ellsworth cuts the ceremonial cake making the integration of ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Randolph Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Javier Garcia Release Status: Released ... 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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, (left) and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chefs from the 21st Spe Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fill the M2A burner unit of the M-59 field range during the chef safety competition of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier spe 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, chefs from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air... More

Major General Howard J Mitchell, USAF, AFSPC (Air Force Space Command) Director of Operations speaks at the GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 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."

Major General Howard J Mitchell, USAF, AFSPC (Air Force Space Command)...

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

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing security forces, Airm First Class (A1C) Jason Rodriguez, SENIOR Airm Irvin Osores, A1C Dustin Guiducci d SENIOR MASTER Serget Jerry Delebreau, run to their next target, in the marksmship phase of the Air Force Space Commd GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, Space d Missile Competition. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space d missile competition, is a four-day event hosted nually at Vdenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best d demonstrate the commds warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates competition-tough crews; improves readiness d combat capabilities through preparation, innovation d sharing; enhces esprit de corps...

Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing security forces, Airm First Cl...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Patrick Air Force Base, 45th Space Wing security forces, AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Jason Rodriguez, SENIOR AIRMAN Irvin Osores, A... More

The gas attack begins and Security Forces participants, 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, quickly don gas masks 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."

The gas attack begins and Security Forces participants, 30th Space Win...

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

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

Security Force participants, from the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, race to the next target while competing in the marksmanship competition at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. The airmen are carrying Colt 5.56 mm M16As with the lead airman carrying a 40 mm M203 grenade launcher attached to his weapon. 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...

Security Force participants, from the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Security Force participants, from the 30th Space Wing, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, race to the next target while comp... More

Two evaluators discuss a helicopter team's results during the Helicopter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During this competition, Pilot's and Co-Pilot's rely their flight engineers to guide a water filled bucket through numerous obstacles with out spilling the contents. The UH-1N Iroquois are parked in the background between rounds. 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;...

Two evaluators discuss a helicopter team's results during the Helicopt...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Two evaluators discuss a helicopter team's results during the Helicopter Hover Competition, at GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. During t... More

STAFF Sergeant Porter Gee, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, prepares Mongolian barbecue as an Air Force Space Command evaluator MASTER Sergeant John Fitzgerald, USAF, observes the process during the chef food preparation competition at Exercise 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...

STAFF Sergeant Porter Gee, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, N...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Porter Gee, Air Force chef from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, prepares Mongolian barbecue as an Air Force S... More

A security forces troop from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, engages an opposition force member during the tactics event 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 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."

A security forces troop from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... 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

Security Forces team from 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver Air Force Base, Colorado, welcome back their team member, SENIOR AIRMAN Douglas James after his great performance during his firearms marksmanship evaluation. They are competing for the best Security Forces Team 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...

Security Forces team from 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver A...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Security Forces team from 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver Air Force Base, Colorado, welcome back their team member, S... More

Led by Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, (center), security forces troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, engage in the tactics 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 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."

Led by Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, (center), security fo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights" of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, leads his fellow security forces teammates down the congratulatory gauntlet after completing the tactics competition of GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001, at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California. 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...

Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights" of...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Technical Sergeant Timothy Winfree, USAF, 21st Space Wing "Knights" of Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, leads his fellow secur... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Douglas James, USAF, Security Forces member representing 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver Air Force Base, Colorado, evaluated on firearm marksmanship. He and his teammates are peting for the best Security Forces Team in GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 2001. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE, the world's premier space and missile petition, is a four-day event hosted annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstrate the mands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creates petition-tough crews; improves readiness and bat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens teamwork across all mission areas in the...

SENIOR AIRMAN Douglas James, USAF, Security Forces member representing...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Douglas James, USAF, Security Forces member representing 310th Space Group "Bombardiers," Schreiver Air Force Base... More

Security forces troops from 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, hustle their way to the firing range during the 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 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 forces troops from 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, ...

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

Security force troops from 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, prepare to aim for a satellite dish target during the 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 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 troops from 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

Security force troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, fire their weapons during the 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 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 troops from the 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Bas...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

STAFF Sergeant Mark Tipton, USAF, 20th Air Force Security Forces, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, briefs the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, on what the security forces team will encounter at the tactics event, 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 competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and...

STAFF Sergeant Mark Tipton, USAF, 20th Air Force Security Forces, F.E....

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: STAFF Sergeant Mark Tipton, USAF, 20th Air Force Security Forces, F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyoming, briefs the 21st Space Win... More

AIRMAN First Class Rene Marvel, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, carefully prepares the ingredients for presentation during the Chef Food Preparation event 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 across all mission areas in the command."

AIRMAN First Class Rene Marvel, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Fo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Person Air Force Base, Colorado, uses a scale to carefully measure ingredients as evaluator Masr Sergeant John Fitzgerald, USAF, watches, during the Chef Food Preparation event 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 hosd annually at Vandenberg AFB, CA "to recognize the best and demonstra the commands warfighting skills. GUARDIAN CHALLENGE creas competition-tough crews; improves readiness and combat capabilities through preparation, innovation and sharing; enhances esprit de corps and strengthens...

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

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, uses a scale to carefully meas... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, carefully measures out the soy sauce part of the dish during the Chef Food Preparation event 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 across all mission areas in the command."

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel, USAF, chef, 21st Space Wing, Peterson Air F...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GUARDIAN CHALLENGE 01 Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene M... More

Under the gaze of evaluator STAFF Sergeant Eric Strudland, USAF, 30th Space Wing Security Forces Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, STAFF Sergeant Jeremy White, USAF, security forces troop, 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, competes in the marksmanship competition 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...

Under the gaze of evaluator STAFF Sergeant Eric Strudland, USAF, 30th ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Under the gaze of evaluator STAFF Sergeant Eric Strudland, USAF, 30th Space Wing Security Forces Squadron, Vandenberg Air Force ... 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

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, chefs from the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, serve the fruits of their labor to their hungry teammates during the Chef Food Preparation event 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...

SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, chefs ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: SENIOR AIRMAN Rene Marvel and AIRMAN First Class Frank Collins, chefs from the 21st Space Wing "Knights," Peterson Air Force Bas... More

Air Force Medical Leaders Tell MHS Audience, 'We Are Proud to be Your Partners'

Air Force Medical Leaders Tell MHS Audience, 'We Are Proud to be Your ...

Conference attendees during the morning plenary session of the 2012 Military Health System Conference, held at the Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md. The MHS aims to ensure the... More

AFRL researcher honored with 2019 SASE award

AFRL researcher honored with 2019 SASE award

Dr. Vikas Varshney of the Air Force Research Laboratory is one of four AFRL personnel chosen to receive the 2019 Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers award.

Innovative McConnell Airmen save Air Force money

Innovative McConnell Airmen save Air Force money

Senior Airman Colton Fogler, 22nd Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technology journeyman, works on a boom azimuth pulley for the KC-135 Stratotanker, April 1, 2014, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Fogler... More

Vehicle management innovation saves Air Force thousands

Vehicle management innovation saves Air Force thousands

C.J. Slifko, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle management flight allied trades mechanic, shows Col. Albert Miller, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, a street-sweeper truck that was recently refurbished... More

Air Force One, with President Barack Obama on board,

Air Force One, with President Barack Obama on board,

Air Force One, with President Barack Obama on board, prepares to land at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 31, 2015. President Obama was the main speaker at a major event yesterday in Anchorage, Ala... More

2CES water and fuel systems maintenance shop

2CES water and fuel systems maintenance shop

Tech. Sgt. Jonathan Crandell, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuels system maintenance craftsman and Michael Scott, 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron, water and fuels utilized an aerial drone to provide accurat... More

Capt. Amy Watson and 1st Lt. Bryant Curdy

Capt. Amy Watson and 1st Lt. Bryant Curdy

Capt. Amy Watson, 96rd Bomb Squadron weapons system officer, and 1st Lt. Bryant Curdy, 20th Bomb Squadron navigator, suggested increasing study capabilities by using casual/duty crew students to extend operatin... More

Capt. Lindsey Miller, U.S. Air Forces in Europe A9

Capt. Lindsey Miller, U.S. Air Forces in Europe A9

Capt. Lindsey Miller, U.S. Air Forces in Europe A9 operations research analyst, teaches a class on problem-solving during Problem Identification Training, Jan. 12, 2016, at Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The class... More

AFRL XQ-58A Valkyrie expands flight envelope in fourth test

AFRL XQ-58A Valkyrie expands flight envelope in fourth test

The Air Force Research Laboratory and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc., completed the successful fourth flight of the XQ-58A Valkyrie demonstrator, a long-range, high subsonic unmanned air vehicle, at ... More

The REBOA catheter is a device that is inserted into

The REBOA catheter is a device that is inserted into

The REBOA catheter is a device that is inserted into a hemorrhaging vessel and stops or slows the blood flow to that injury while allowing blood flow to continue to vital organs and body parts. (U.S. Air Force ... More

Capt. Lance Wilhelm creates a prototype design for

Capt. Lance Wilhelm creates a prototype design for

Capt. Lance Wilhelm creates a prototype design for a flexible, conformal body armor vest using the computerized sewing equipment available in the AFRL Maker Hub. The prototype will allow the AFRL research team ... More

Staff Sgt. Bazil Rivera and David Gunn, 70th Operations

Staff Sgt. Bazil Rivera and David Gunn, 70th Operations

Staff Sgt. Bazil Rivera and David Gunn, 70th Operations Support Squadron, brief intelligence Airmen from the 70th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing during their National Tactical Integration tr... More

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark Ediger, U.S. Air

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark Ediger, U.S. Air

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark Ediger, U.S. Air Force Medical Service Corps surgeon general, speaks with members of the 633rd Medical Group during an all call at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Dec. 15, 201... More

Members of the Big Top Manufacturing Company, contracted

Members of the Big Top Manufacturing Company, contracted

Members of the Big Top Manufacturing Company, contracted through the 633rd Contracting Squadron, build sun shades for the F-22 Raptors at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Jan. 12, 2017. The company plans to buil... More

Airman 1st Class Anthony Guevara, 23d Component Maintenance

Airman 1st Class Anthony Guevara, 23d Component Maintenance

Airman 1st Class Anthony Guevara, 23d Component Maintenance Squadron propulsion technician, reaches into the underside of a TF-34 engine used in A-10C Thunderbolt lls, Jan. 25, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga... More

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justin West, 733rd

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justin West, 733rd

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Justin West, 733rd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintainer, coats the fifth wheel of a tractor trailer with a bio-based grease at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Jan. 31,... More

A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter transports vehicles

A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter transports vehicles

A U.S. Army CH-47 Chinook helicopter transports vehicles to a floating causeway on the James River as part of a sling-load operations exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Feb. 15, 2017. The field trainin... More

Team Edwards members win top DOD maintenance award

Team Edwards members win top DOD maintenance award

Members of the 412th Test Wing Emerging Technologies Combined Test Force and maintainers from the 412th Maintenance Group use a quadcopter to inspect the exterior of a C-17 Globemaster III. Team Edwards members... More

Lt. Gen. L. Scott Rice, director of the Air National

Lt. Gen. L. Scott Rice, director of the Air National

Lt. Gen. L. Scott Rice, director of the Air National Guard, is shown the 188th Wing’s remote air, zonal operations, reach back-processing, assessment and dissemination (RAZORBack PAD) March 31, 2017, while visi... More

Andrea Schruijer, Executive Director Valdosta-Lowndes

Andrea Schruijer, Executive Director Valdosta-Lowndes

Andrea Schruijer, Executive Director Valdosta-Lowndes Development Authority, speaks with members of Leadership Moody about the role the Valdosta-Lowndes Development Authority plays in the local area, May 12th, ... More

In 2016, Master Sgt. Eric, 432nd Aircraft Maintenance

In 2016, Master Sgt. Eric, 432nd Aircraft Maintenance

In 2016, Master Sgt. Eric, 432nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Reaper Aircraft Maintenance Unit production superintendent created an engine trainer from scavenged parts which include all the electrical componen... More

AFRL ADAPTS performance platform supports COVID-19 tracking for Airmen

AFRL ADAPTS performance platform supports COVID-19 tracking for Airmen

The Air Force Research Laboratory performance assessment platform ADAPTS, which stands for Airman Data Analysis and Performance Tracking System, is a helpful and flexible tool for COVID-19 data collection and m... More

Laboratory-produced examples of chafing into a titanium

Laboratory-produced examples of chafing into a titanium

Laboratory-produced examples of chafing into a titanium tube, one of many tests conducted by AFRL researchers to replicate wear through cold-spray applied coating into tubing material beneath. AFRL helped devel... More

Commandant Micka, a French exchange pilot and assistant

Commandant Micka, a French exchange pilot and assistant

Commandant Micka, a French exchange pilot and assistant director of operations for Moody’s 41st Rescue Squadron, stands in front of an HH-60G Pavehawk, Aug. 2, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. Prior to his ar... More

Gene Hinton, a local electrician, prepares to remove

Gene Hinton, a local electrician, prepares to remove

Gene Hinton, a local electrician, prepares to remove an old light fixture adjacent to Moody’s hot cargo pad during a base-wide high efficiency lighting project, Aug. 7, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. As par... More

Lt. Col. Robert Marshall, right, Center for Character

Lt. Col. Robert Marshall, right, Center for Character

Lt. Col. Robert Marshall, right, Center for Character and Leadership Development director for experiential education programs and honor education, speaks with cadets Aug. 7, 2017, at the U.S. Air Force Academy,... More

The 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Vehicle Management

The 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Vehicle Management

The 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Vehicle Management flight recently modified trucks to increase the safety of Airmen. Railings were built to guard the edges of the tailgate, where Airmen stand to load carg... More

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe and sponsors unveil a

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe and sponsors unveil a

Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe and sponsors unveil a mobile playground to General Stanford Elementary School students during a visit to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sept. 29, 2017. The playground is made of l... More

Airman 1st Class Matthew Sinclair, 347th Operations

Airman 1st Class Matthew Sinclair, 347th Operations

Airman 1st Class Matthew Sinclair, 347th Operations Support Squadron intelligence analyst, practices skills learned in combat survival training, Oct. 23, 2017, at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. The new, three-day co... More

New process improves vehicle maintenance turnaround time

New process improves vehicle maintenance turnaround time

Senior Airman Tanner Roush, 55th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance journeyman, performs a periodic maintenance inspection on a vehicle inside the vehicle management shop at Offutt Air Force Base,... More

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson delivers

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson delivers

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson delivers the keynote address during the 2017 Logistics Officer Association Symposium in Washington D.C., Nov. 17, 2017. During her remarks Wilson discussed how logistic... More

Pa. ANG places hiring in hands of Guardsmen

Pa. ANG places hiring in hands of Guardsmen

Members of the 111th Attack Wing Strength Management Team place signs outside of Horsham Air Guard Station, Pa., Nov. 24, 2017. The signs were situated during the kick off of their newest recruiting program, Op... More

Senior Airman Jamie Smith, Moody Air Force Base ceremonial

Senior Airman Jamie Smith, Moody Air Force Base ceremonial

Senior Airman Jamie Smith, Moody Air Force Base ceremonial guardsman, passes out candy during a parade at the Tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 1, 2017, at Moody AFB, Ga. The annual event brings the base community t... More

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