Minnesota National Guard airmen and soldiers prepare
Minnesota National Guard airmen and soldiers prepare to participate in a flag ceremony while in Norway on Feb. 9, 2012. The flag ceremony between Norwegian troops and troops from the Minnesota National Guard m... More
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from the Minnesota National Guard are issued gear standard to the Norwegian Home Guard soldiers. After receiving the gear, the troops will wear and train with it ... More
The Home Guard of Norway offers a hospitable stay at
The Home Guard of Norway offers a hospitable stay at Camp Vaernes to Minnesota National Guard troops who are participating in the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange. NOREX is a reciprocal troop program during which... More
A Minnesota National Guardsman wears the jersey of
A Minnesota National Guardsman wears the jersey of a local sports team to a meal with counterparts from the Norwegian Home Guard during the annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, No... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived in Norway June 18, 2014, to participate in the 41st U.S./Norway Reciprocal Troop Exchange. For two weeks these troops will train alongside the Norwegian Army... More
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived in Norway June 18, 2014, to participate in the 41st U.S./Norway Reciprocal Troop Exchange. For two weeks these troops will train alongside the Norwegian Army... More
American-Norwegian exchange looks forward to warm partnership
Norwegian soldiers from the Rapid Reaction Force adjust the sights of their M4 carbines during training at Camp Ripley, June 20, 2014. The RRF will use the best in U.S. weapons and systems during the collaborat... More
Washington County SWAT Team Crisis Negotiator Chris
Washington County SWAT Team Crisis Negotiator Chris Rheault explains his first-hand account of a hostage negotiation while providing training at Camp Ripley June 24. During the training Soldiers of the Minnesot... More
Minnesota National Guard members and members of the
Minnesota National Guard members and members of the Norwegian military prepare to participate in a flag ceremony while in Norway on Feb. 9, 2012. The flag ceremony between Norwegian troops and troops from the ... More
The Home Guard of Norway offers a hospitable stay at
The Home Guard of Norway offers a hospitable stay at Camp Vaernes to Minnesota National Guard troops who are participating in the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange. NOREX is a reciprocal troop program during which... More
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from the Minnesota National Guard are issued gear standard to the Norwegian Home Guard soldiers. After receiving the gear, the troops will wear and train with it ... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Minnesota National Guardsmen share a meal with their
Minnesota National Guardsmen share a meal with their Norwegian counterparts while participating in the annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 21, 2013. Serving Our Troo... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived in Norway June 18, 2014, to participate in the 41st U.S./Norway Reciprocal Troop Exchange. For two weeks these troops will train alongside the Norwegian Army... More
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived in Norway June 18, 2014, to participate in the 41st U.S./Norway Reciprocal Troop Exchange. For two weeks these troops will train alongside the Norwegian Army... More
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard receive training from local Minnesota law enforcement officers during a three-day domestic operations training event held at Camp Ripley Jun... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
Minnesota National Guard airmen and soldiers prepare
Minnesota National Guard airmen and soldiers prepare to participate in a flag ceremony while in Norway on Feb. 9, 2012. The flag ceremony between Norwegian troops and troops from the Minnesota National Guard m... More
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from the Minnesota National Guard are issued gear standard to the Norwegian Home Guard soldiers. After receiving the gear, the troops will wear and train with it ... More
U.S. Soldiers with the Minnesota National Guard are
U.S. Soldiers with the Minnesota National Guard are issued standard gear of the Norwegian Home Guard soldiers at Camp Vaernes, Norway, Feb. 15, 2013. After receiving the gear, the troops will wear and train wit... More
Volunteers from Serving Our Troops, a Minnesota-based
Volunteers from Serving Our Troops, a Minnesota-based organization, stand ready to serve steaks at a dinner for Minnesota National Guardsmen and the Norwegian Home Guard in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 2... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived
Minnesota National Guard Soldiers and Airmen arrived in Norway June 18, 2014, to participate in the 41st U.S./Norway Reciprocal Troop Exchange. For two weeks, these troops will train alongside the Norwegian Arm... More
One hundred Minnesota National Guardsman and more than
One hundred Minnesota National Guardsman and more than 150 Norwegians enjoyed a Mancini’s cut steak dinner at Camp Porsangmoen, Norway on June 26 by Serving Our Troops. (Minnesota National Guard photo by Air Fo... More
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard receive training from local Minnesota law enforcement officers during a three-day domestic operations training event held at Camp Ripley Jun... More
Norwegian military members stand in formation while
Norwegian military members stand in formation while participating in a flag ceremony on Feb. 9, 2012, in Norway. The flag ceremony marked the start of the 39th Annual Norwegian Exchange between the state of Mi... More
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes, Norway, Minnesota National Guard Troops have were issued Norwegian gear and prepared for the days that will be spent in the Norwegian mountains.
U.S. Soldiers with the Minnesota National Guard receive
U.S. Soldiers with the Minnesota National Guard receive cold weather clothing from a Norwegian Home Guardsman, left, after arriving for winter training at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 15,... More
Members of the Minnesota-based organization Serving
Members of the Minnesota-based organization Serving Our Troops pose for a group photo at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 21, 2013. The volunteers served steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota Nat... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
One hundred Minnesota National Guardsman and more than
One hundred Minnesota National Guardsman and more than 150 Norwegians enjoyed a Mancini’s cut steak dinner at Camp Porsangmoen, Norway, on June 26 by Serving Our Troops. (Minnesota National Guard photo by Air F... More
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard receive training from local Minnesota law enforcement officers during a three-day domestic operations training event held at Camp Ripley Jun... More
Members of the Minnesota National Guard prepare for
Members of the Minnesota National Guard prepare for a flag ceremony while in Norway on Feb. 9, 2012. The flag ceremony marked the start of the 39th Annual Norwegian Exchange program between Norway and the stat... More
A Minnesota National Guardsman tries on cold weather
A Minnesota National Guardsman tries on cold weather clothing issued to the Norwegian Home Guard before the start of annual binational winter training at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 15, ... More
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes, Norway, Minnesota National Guard Troops have were issued Norwegian gear and prepared for the days that will be spent in the Norwegian mountains.
Volunteers with Serving Our Troops, a Minnesota-based
Volunteers with Serving Our Troops, a Minnesota-based organization, set tables before a meal hosted to appreciate Minnesota National Guardsmen and members of the Norwegian Home Guard in Nord-Trøndelag county, N... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
At the final farewell banquet of this year's Norwegian
At the final farewell banquet of this year's Norwegian Exchange, Gen. Krisin Lund of the Norwegian Home Guard and Gen. Richard Nash of the Minnesota National Guard exchange gifts to symbolize the bond between t... More
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard receive training from local Minnesota law enforcement officers during a three-day domestic operations training event held at Camp Ripley Jun... More
Members of the Norwegian military participate in a
Members of the Norwegian military participate in a flag ceremony during the early morning hours in Norway on Feb. 9. The flag ceremony marked the start of the 39th Annual Norwegian Exchange between the state o... More
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes, Norway, Minnesota National Guard Troops have were issued Norwegian gear and prepared for the days that will be spent in the Norwegian mountains.
Minnesota National Guardsmen listen to instructions
Minnesota National Guardsmen listen to instructions from a counterpart with the Norwegian Home Guard, left, during annual winter training at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 15, 2013. The bin... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Minnesota National Guardsmen pose for a photo wearing
Minnesota National Guardsmen pose for a photo wearing the jerseys of their favorite local sports teams during a steak dinner at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 21, 2013. Serving Our Troops, ... More
At the final farewell banquet of this year's Norwegian
At the final farewell banquet of this year's Norwegian Exchange, General Krisin Lund of the Norwegian Home Guardand General Richard Nash of the Minnesota National Guard exchange gifts to symbolize the bond betw... More
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian
Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard receive training from local Minnesota law enforcement officers during a three-day domestic operations training event held at Camp Ripley Jun... More
Members of the Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian
Members of the Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian military participate in a flag ceremony during the early morning hours in Norway on Feb. 9, 2012. The Minnesota National Guard will be in Norway for the ne... More
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at
As a part of the 40th annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes, Norway, Minnesota National Guard Troops have were issued Norwegian gear and prepared for the days that will be spent in the Norwegian mountains.
Norwegian lieutenants and noncommissioned officers
Norwegian lieutenants and noncommissioned officers train squads of U.S. Soldiers in field survival skills, before going on a four-day field training exercise during the Norwegian Exchange held in Camp Vaernes, ... More
Minnesota National Guardsmen pose for a photo during
Minnesota National Guardsmen pose for a photo during a steak dinner at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 21, 2013. Serving Our Troops, a St. Paul, Minn.-based volunteer organization, sponsored... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
Local Minnesota law enforcement officers showed off
Local Minnesota law enforcement officers showed off some of their equipment to Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian Home Guard Soldiers during a three day training event at Camp Ripley June 24-26. Several law... More
Minnesota National Guard members participate in a flag
Minnesota National Guard members participate in a flag ceremony while in Norway on Feb. 9, 2012. The flag ceremony ceremony between Norwegian troops and troops from the Minnesota National Guard marked the start... More
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from the Minnesota National Guard are issued gear standard to the Norwegian Home Guard soldiers. After receiving the gear, the troops will wear and train with it ... More
Members of the Norwegian Home Guard participate in
Members of the Norwegian Home Guard participate in winter training with the Minnesota National Guard during the annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 17, 2013. The exc... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Volunteers with St. Paul, Minn.-based Serving Our Troops
Volunteers with St. Paul, Minn.-based Serving Our Troops stand ready to serve steak dinners to Minnesota National Guardsmen and members of the Norwegian Home Guard at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norw... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
Local Minnesota law enforcement officers showed off
Local Minnesota law enforcement officers showed off some of their equipment to Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian Home Guard Soldiers during a three day training event at Camp Ripley June 24-26. Several law... More
The Norwegian and American flag fly proudly during
The Norwegian and American flag fly proudly during a ceremony to kick off the 39th Annual Norwegian Exchange. The ceremony took place in the early morning hours on Feb. 9, 2012. (National Guard photo by MSgt R... More
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from
On their first full day at Camp Vaernes, troops from the Minnesota National Guard are issued gear standard to the Norwegian Home Guard soldiers. After receiving the gear, the troops will wear and train with it ... More
Norwegian Home Guard troops pose for a photo during
Norwegian Home Guard troops pose for a photo during the Norwegian Exchange held in Camp Vaernes, Norway, Feb. 17, 2013. Norwegian Exchange is a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and ... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
Minnesota National Guardsmen and their Norwegian Home
Minnesota National Guardsmen and their Norwegian Home Guard counterparts share a steak dinner during annual winter training at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 21, 2013. Serving Our Troops, a... More
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota
Nearing the end of their time in Norway, Minnesota National Guard soldiers and airmen were given a guided tour of Stiklestad, a historic battleground from the year 1030. During their stay, the troops were taugh... More
Local Minnesota law enforcement officers showed off
Local Minnesota law enforcement officers showed off some of their equipment to Minnesota National Guard and Norwegian Home Guard Soldiers during a three day training event at Camp Ripley June 24-26. Several law... More
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota National Guard troops train on the basics of extreme cold weather survival using their counterparts' tents, stoves and other equipment. The troops will spend t... More
Norwegian lieutenants and noncommissioned officers
Norwegian lieutenants and noncommissioned officers train squads of U.S. Soldiers in field survival skills, before going on a four-day field training exercise during the Norwegian Exchange held in Camp Vaernes, ... More
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based
Serving Our Troops, a volunteer organization based out of St. Paul, Minn., made their way to Camp Vaernes, Norway, to serve steaks from the U.S. to Minnesota National Guard members training there for two weeks.... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
Members of the Norwegian Home Guard participate in
Members of the Norwegian Home Guard participate in winter training with the Minnesota National Guard during the annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 17, 2013. The exc... More
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota National Guard troops train on the basics of extreme cold weather survival using their counterparts' tents, stoves and other equipment. The troops will spend t... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard, Norwegian lieutenants and noncommissioned officers guide and train squads of Minnesot... More
A Norwegian Home Guardsman participates in winter training
A Norwegian Home Guardsman participates in winter training with the Minnesota National Guard during the annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norway, Feb. 17, 2013. The exchange be... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
Norwegian lieutenants and Noncommissioned officers
Norwegian lieutenants and Noncommissioned officers give guidance and training in field survival skills to members of the Minnesota National Guard, before going on a four-day field training exercise, during the ... More
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard, Norwegian lieutenants and noncommissioned officers guide and train squads of Minnesot... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
Minnesota National Guardsmen and their counterparts
Minnesota National Guardsmen and their counterparts from the Norwegian Home Guard pose for a photo during winter training as part of the annual Norwegian Exchange at Camp Vaernes in Nord-Trøndelag county, Norwa... More
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard, Norwegian lieutenants and non-commissioned officers guide and train squads of Minneso... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard, Norwegian lieutenants and non-commissioned officers guide and train squads of Minneso... More
Leaders from the Norwegian Home guard participating
Leaders from the Norwegian Home guard participating in the Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange observe Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard as they receive training from local M... More
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard, Norwegian lieutenants and non-commissioned officers guide and train squads of Minneso... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program
During the Norwegian Exchange, a reciprocal troop program between the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard, Norwegian lieutenants and non-commissioned officers guide and train squads of Minneso... More
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota
During a culminating event, Soldiers of the Minnesota National Guard and the Norwegian Home Guard conduct squad movements under supervision of local Minnesota law enforcement officers after two days of domestic... More
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota National Guard troops train on the basics of extreme cold weather survival using their counterparts' tents, stoves and other equipment. The troops will spent t... More
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota National Guard troops train on the basics of extreme cold weather survival using their counterparts' tents, stoves and other equipment. The troops will spent t... More
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota
Clad in their issued Norwegian uniforms, Minnesota National Guard troops train on the basics of extreme cold weather survival using their counterparts' tents, stoves and other equipment. The troops will spent t... More