Air Force Airshows and Live-Fire Training

Crowds watching airshows and Marines participating in live-fire training exercises. Dynamic celebrations of air power and military readiness.

1st Signal Brigade hosts Light Up the Night on Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Downtown Plaza on Camp Humphreys. The event is open to all members of the USAG Humphreys community to learn about suicide, including risk factors, warning signs, statistics, treatment, and how to report about it responsibly.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform at the Frontiers in Flight Open House and Air Show on McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, Sept. 24, 2022. The Thunderbirds represent the pride, precision and professionalism of 695,000 total force American Airmen across the globe.

U.S. Marines with 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct a live-fire range aboard Amphibious Assault Ship USS Tripoli (LHA-7) in the Philippine Sea, Sept. 12, 2022. Marines need to keep their shooting skills sharp even while out at sea. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

040307-F-2185F-004. Base: Las Vegas State: Nevada (NV) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Sailors and Marines man the rails near the stern of the amphibious transport dock USS JUNEAU (LPD-10) as the ship arrives at the pier. The JUNEAU is returning to San Diego following its deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. The JUNEAU also took part in Operation Sea Angel, which provided aid to cyclone victims in Bangladesh. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORMDESERT SHIELD Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120807-N-DC018-027NORFOLK (August 7, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) arrives at its new homeport of Naval Station Norfolk. Lincoln deployed as part of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 9 to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of responsibility. Following its arrival in Norfolk, the aircraft carrier will undergo a four-year refueling complex overhaul.

Coast Guard Personnel - Miscellaneous - 26-HK-90-100. civilians, CG personnel and camera crews gathered outside building. Hurricane Katrina

U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, N.J., holds a Sunset Parade on base to honor the Coast Guards 232nd birthday and recognize regional operational commands, Aug. 7, 2022. To ensurecontinued mission success, the service is embarking on its greatest transformation yet: transforming ourworkforce, sharpening our competitive edge and advancing our mission excellence.

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" pilots perform during Montana's Military Open House "Flight over the Falls" at Montana Air National Guard Base, Great Falls, Montana, July 23, 2022. The Thunderbirds are the U.S. Air Force's premier air demonstration squadron.

1st Signal Brigade hosts Light Up the Night on Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Downtown Plaza on Camp Humphreys. The event is open to all members of the USAG Humphreys community to learn about suicide, including risk factors, warning signs, statistics, treatment, and how to report about it responsibly.

American Sailors Waving From Deck of Aircraft Carrier

240112-N-ED228-1134 SAN DIEGO (Jan. 12, 2023) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) march onto the field during the San Diego Rodeo at Petco Park. Abraham Lincoln is currently moored pierside at Naval Air Station North Island.

Iowa Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to Company C, 2nd Battalion, 147th Assault Helicopter Battalion and Company B, 1st Battalion, 171st General Support Aviation Battalion, fly over the Iowa Speedway in UH-60 Black Hawks and CH-47 Chinooks on July 23, 2022. The Soldiers flew over after the national anthem was sung. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Capt. Kevin Waldron)

President George Bush and Mrs. Bush walk up the gangplank of the battleship USS MISSOURI (BB-63) during an observance commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Base: Pearl Harbor State: Hawaii(HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (May 7, 2012) Sailors hang signal flags for an upcoming ceremony in the hangar bay of the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima, the flagship of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Ready Group with the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, is deployed to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts un the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

A B-52H Stratofortress assigned to Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, flies over A.W. Mumford Stadium prior to the start of a college football game in Baton Rouge, La., Sept. 3, 2022. The event was held to promote recruitment and highlight Air Force Global Strikes Project Tuskegee.

Members from U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Midgett (WMSL 757) watch as the cutter pulled into Chennai, India, on Sept. 16, 2022. The crew of the Midgett is on a several-month deployment to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific.

A wreath lies at the base of the Berlin Airlift Memorial. Base: Rhein-Main Air Base Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

220918-N-AV609-1498 VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Sept. 18, 2022) The United States Navy Blue Angels perform at the Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show. The NAS Oceana Air Show is an opportunity for the Navy to show the past, present, and future of naval aviation.

Members of the 374th Tactical Airlift Wing are outprocessed during the redeployment phase of Exercise Purple Duck 90-22. Subject Operation/Series: PURPLE DUCK 90-22 Base: Kadena Air Base State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

A U.S. Army Blackhawk Helicopter from Fort Bragg, North Carolina, participates in pre-race festivities at the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, North Carolina, May 29, 2022. (U.S. Air Force photo/Jim Bove)

Members of the Oregon Air National Guard's 142nd Wing participate in a Combat Dining In event at Portland Air National Guard Base, Oregon, June 12, 2022. A "Combat Dining In" is a military-only, esprit de corps event, in which Airmen participate in various events typically involving water-fights, tug of war and various traditions of speeches, games and challenges.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Justin Lundy counts as an attendee does pull ups during a Bulls Bands and Barrels Rodeo, Alexandria, Louisiana, Aug. 20, 2022. Competitors from across the Southeast faced off during the bull riding and barrel racing tour. Marines traveled from South Carolina in support of this event and set up the Battle Position, a virtual reality pugil stick battle for attendees.

Crew members man the rails on the bow of a tank landing ship as it arrives at the pier. Five amphibious ships are returning to Little Creek today following their deployment to the Persian Gulf region for Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: Naval Amphib Base, Little Creek State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- Basic cadets from the class of 2027 arrive at the U.S. Air Force Academy for in-processing (I-Day), on June 28, 2023, in Colorado Springs, Colo. I-Day marks the start of their journey of becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Ziljian S. Borromeo, from South Lake Tahoe, Assigned to security department aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier (CVN 73), trains with Sailors during a mass casualty drill in the Atlantic Ocean, Jan. 20, 2024. George Washington is underway in support of carrier qualifications.

Volunteers from the USO hand out free items at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 6, 2022. Multiple organizations from around the base and local community came out to show their support at the 2nd Annual Military Spouse Appreciation Day event and hand out free food, items and valuable information for spouses and their families.

DA-SC-86-08997. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - The Combat Centers band plays the Marines Hymn Wednesday after the 13th annual Veterans Day Parade in downtown Palm Springs, Calif. Marines from the Combat Center supported the event by participating in the parade, as well as having static displays with tactical vehicles before, and the band after the parade.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally, on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW-MIA) cause, through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

030805-F-9927R-006. Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

060703-N-7130B-200. Base: USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76)

Moore, Okla., May 22, 2013 Local, state and federal partners assemble to discuss search and rescue operations in areas impacted by the recent tornado that touched down on May 20, 2013. Moore, OK, May 22, 2013--Local, state and federal partners assemble to discuss search and resuce operations in areas impacted by the recent tonado tha ttouched down on May 20, 2013.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Family and friends wait to greet redeploying members assigned to the 355th Wing and 563rd Rescue Group on the flight line at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, Oct. 8, 2022. The members returned home to their families after a deployment overseas.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

A U.S. Army Paratrooper assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division introduces a NASCAR driver to the crowd at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C., May 29, 2022. Paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division participated in events at NASCAR's Coca Cola 600 race interacting with civilians, demonstrating military capabilities, and honoring fallen service members for Memorial Day.

People gather near the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, DC.

The Joint Armed Forces Color Guard and drummers from The U.S. Navy Band attended a rehearsal for the Super Bowl LVIII pregame ceremonies on February 9, 2024, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The team was joined by Reba McEntire who performed the National Anthem.

Sgt. 1st Class Marcus Denniston and Sgt. 1st Class Jon Lopez of the U.S. Army Parachute Team make a B.A.S.E. jump at Bridge Day 2022 in Fayetteville, West Virginia on 15 October, 2022. The U.S. Army Parachute Team made team history with their first formal attendance at the event.

A float from Naval Station, San Diego, Calif., is pulled down Broadway Street during the "San Diego Salutes the Troops" parade. The parade is being held in honor of all veterans, with special recognition being given to units that took part in recognition being given to units that took part in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT SHIELD DESERT STORM Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

220428-N-TF178-1125SAN DIEGO (April 28, 2022) - Quartermaster 2nd Class Hezekiah Smith transits a walkway before performing maintenance on a starboard side navigation light aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), April 28. Navigation lights are used to ensure the ship transits safely at night. Makin Island is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

World War Two veteran's and ships company wave goodbye as the guided missile cruiser USS NORMANDY (CG-60) gets underway from Naval Station Staten Island to take part in the 50th anniversary commemoration of D-Day in Europe. From left to right; ENSIGN Brett Major, Major Bill Fisher, USMC (Ret.), James DiSogra, USA AA Battery, SENIOR CHIEF Ben Iatauro, USN (Ret.) and Merchant Academy Midshipman Ryan McCormick. Base: New York State: New York (NY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Flags from each of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing's coalition partners hang above military personnel as they gather for a coalition barbecue event at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, October 21, 2022. Every joint and coalition partner at Ali Al Salem Air Base was invited for an event full of barbecue, games and partnership.

The United States Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, known as the Thunderbirds, perform for the Field of Flight in Battle Creek, Michigan, July 3, 2022. The Thunderbirds are celebrating their 69th year representing the U.S. Air Force and are slated to perform nearly 70 shows across 32 locations this year.

041223-F-2034C-009. Base: Forward Operating Base Caldwell Country: Iraq (IRQ)

Festival guests stream onto the flight line during the opening of Friendship Festival 2022, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 22, 2022. The two-day festival was an opportunity for visitors to learn more about the U.S. and Japan bilateral partnership, while strengthening the bonds between Yokota and the local communities. Yokota was able to host the event with the support of Japan Self-Defense Force, sister services and the local community.

120602-N-WL435-214PASCAGOULA, Miss. (June 2, 2012) Thousands attend the commissioning ceremony for the Navy's ninth Virginia-class attack submarine USS Mississippi (SSN 782).

Master Sgt. Bakiden Gordon helps display a large American flag during American Celebration night at Day Air Ballpark Aug. 13, 2022 in Dayton, Ohio. Gordon is stationed with the 445th Air Lift Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

020520-M-0175R-015. Base: Macon State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: 24 MEU

DN-ST-86-01693. Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

FRAMINGHAM, Mass. Airmen and Soldiers step off on a 26.2 mile trek to the Boston Marathon finish line in Hopkinton, Massachusetts on April 15, 2019.

A view of the crowd welcoming recently released prisoners of war upon their arrival aboard a C-141 Starlifter aircraft en route from Clark Air Base, Republic of the Philippines. Base: Travis Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-ST-86-03335. Base: Pascagoula State: Mississippi (MS) Country: United States Of America (USA)

The Air Force-sponsored #43 Petty GMS Chevrolet gets pushed to the starting line before the Talladega Superspeedway NASCAR race April 24, 2022 in Alabama. Tech. Sgt. Andrew Brockman, 96th Maintenance Group, created the Air Force heritage B-29 Superfortress paint scheme that appeared on the car during the race. Driver, Erik Jones and the Air Force car led the NASCAR race multiple times and was in front until the final lap, ultimately finishing sixth. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)

Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DART) - Miscellaneous - 26-HK-126-44. Hurricane Katrina

U.S. Army Soldiers with the 102nd Cavalry Regiment, 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, New Jersey Army National Guard, initiates their deployment at the 102nd Cavalry Regiments fairwell ceremony at the Westfield Armory, Westfield, New Jersey, on Jan. 14, 2024. More than 1,500 NJARNG Soldiers will deploy in support of U.S. Central Commands Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve. CJTF-OIR advises, assists, and enables partnered forces until they can independently defeat Islamic State of Iraq and Syria - ISIS - in designated areas of Iraq and Syria, in order to set conditions for long-term security cooperation frameworks. It is the largest deployment of New Jersey Army National Guard Soldiers since 2008.

131st Fighter Squadron Airmen and guests stand for the national anthem during a change of command ceremony for the 131FS June 12, 2022, at Barnes Air National Base, Massachusetts. A change of command ceremony is a military tradition that represents the formal transfer of responsibility of a unit from one commanding officer to another.

Soldiers partake in the Military Battle Challenge at Fort Eustis for its annual Remember the Fallen event series to commemorate Memorial Day.

U.S. Army Soldiers and NASCAR pit crews salute the United States flag during the Hollywood Casino 400 NASCAR Race, Kansas City Speedway, September 11, 2022. The Hollywood Casino 400 was dedicated as a salute to service race.

Border patrol guards checking the land border of Vaalimaa, between Finland and Russia, one of the most important land border between the two countries.

Hooded demostrators clash with police in Pasto, Narino on May 19, 2021 during an antigovernment protest against police brutality and the health reform of President Ivan Duque.

Space Systems Command and Space Base Delta 3 service members and civilians participate in a suicide awareness demonstration on September 1, 2022. Participants held posters with slogans for personnel to read as they drove through the front gate to work. The demonstration marked the beginning of suicide prevention September at the Los Angeles Air Force Base.

060205-N-1045B-163. Base: USS George Washington (CVN 73)

Soldiers with the Indiana National Guard ceremonial unit present the colors during the Grand Prix's prerace ceremonies at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, May 14, 2022.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. John D. Lamontagne, U.S. Air Forces in Europe - Air Forces Africa deputy commander, addressed Airmen and their families before the 48th Maintenance Groups Maintenance Professional of the Year ceremony at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 24, 2024. As part of Lamontagnes visit, he chose to address the Liberty Wing on their outstanding performance over the past year. Air Force

Marines with the Silent Drill Platoon execute their bursting bomb sequence at the pre-race ceremony during the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, N.C., May 28, 2022. Over the weekend NASCAR honored the service and sacrifice of U.S. service members and their families.

Families of U.S. Marines assigned to the Aviation Combat Element, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), display signs during a deployment homecoming aboard Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Oct. 9, 2022. Marines and Sailors assigned to the 22nd MEU returned home after completing a seven-month deployment with the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. Naval Sixth Fleet area of operations.

Coast Guard Personnel - 26-HK-412-28. Hurricane Katrina

040704-F-9072P-007. Base: RAF Feltwell State: Suffolk Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DART) - Marine Safety Office St. Louis - 26-HK-122-121. Hurricane Katrina

DN-ST-89-07515. Base: Naval Station, Mayport State: Florida (FL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Attendees of Aviation Nation line up at the Marine Corps booth at Nellis Air Force Base, North Las Vegas, Nev., Nov. 5, 2022. Recruiters with Recruiting Station Salt Lake City attended the Aviation Nation Air Show on November 5th and 6th where they set up Battle Positions, a flight simulator, and a pull-up challenge.

050205-F-0558k-004. Base: Shrevevport State: Louisiana (LA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SOUTH CHINA SEA (July 21, 2016) Sailors take a lunch break from the high operational tempo of the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). U.S. Navy Aircraft carriers, like Reagan, serve up to 18,150 meals a day. Ronald Reagan, the Carrier Strike Group Five (CSG 5) flagship, is on patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific.

220602-N-IE405-1749 POZZUOLI, Italy (June 2, 2022) Capt. James Stewart, commanding officer of U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, gives a speech during the Class of 2022 graduation ceremony at NSA Naples' Carney Park in Pozzuoli, Italy, June 2, 2022. NSA Naples is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed to ensure security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

Spectators watch as U.S. Navy Blue Angels C-130J Hercules Fat Albert prepares to land during the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 13, 2022. As the U.S. Navys Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Blue Angels is comprised of six F/A-18 Super Hornets and one C-130J Hercules who perform aerobatics around the United States. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and vendors, was designed to express MCBHs appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation.

BUFFALO, N.Y. (Sept. 16, 2012) A member of the U.S. Navy parachute demonstration team, the Leap Frogs, lands at Ralph Wilson Stadium during a commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. This event coincides with Buffalo Navy Week 2012, one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012. The weeklong event commemorates the bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy.

Annual Rolling Thunder motorcycle rally "Ride for Freedom"--on behalf of the Prisoners of War-Missing in Action (POW/MIA) cause--through Washington, D.C., with Secretary Dirk Kempthorne among the participants

220430-N-XZ205-1210SAN DIEGO (April 30, 2022) Guests of Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMTRC) San Diego, observe a car show during an Invincible Spirit Festival at the hospital April 30. The Invincible Spirit Festival was held to raise funds for active military members and veterans. NMRTC San Diego's mission is to prepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research. NMRTC San Diego employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians and contractors in Southern California to provide patients with world-class care anytime, anywhere.

120523-N-NR998-286NEW YORK (May 23, 2012) Singer Katy Perry performs at the Fleet Week New York Block Party for Sailors and Marines. Fleet Week New York 2012 marks the 25th year the city has celebrated the nation's sea services. This year, the seven-day event coincides with the commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and will host more than 6,000 service-members from the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team in addition to coalition ships from around the world.

Historical reenactment activities marking the centennial of the first powered flight, Wright Brothers National Memorial, Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

Maryland National Guard soldiers and airmen participate in the pre-game ceremony for the Baltimore Ravens against the Miami Dolphins at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 18, 2022. The pre-game ceremony included service members holding a large American flag at mid-field during the national anthem.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Osvaldo Chavez, left, from the 129th Maintenance Squadron, 129th Rescue Wing, California Air National Guard, looks up at the video board while holding a football-field sized American flag in the shape of the United States, Sept. 18, 2022, on the field at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, before the San Francisco 49ers home opener football game against the Seattle Seahawks. Nine of the wings Airmen were spread out around the flag to serve as point-persons and team leads for season ticket holders who also served on the flag unfurling detail.

A U.S. Border Patrol honor guard presents colors at the Professional Bull Riders' (PBR) Unleash The Beast event at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., Feb. 2, 2024. PBR is an international professional bull riding organization and the largest bull riding league in the world with over 500 bull riders from numerous countries. Marine Corps

120528-N-TR165-103SAN FRANCISCO (May 28, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) is seen anchored in San Francisco Bay outside of AT&T Ballpark during a ballgame. Sailors from the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) were invited to the Memorial Day game for a "Salute the Troops" tribute.

SAN DIEGO (Sept. 22, 2022) Sailors assigned to amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) watch a baseball game between the San Diego Padres and the St. Louis Cardinals during the ships command picnic, Sept. 22. Essex is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

DN-SN-87-06056. Base: Mobile State: Alabama (AL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

120524-N-NR998-111NEW YORK (May 24, 2012) Al Roker, an anchor on The Today Show, gives a shout out to Sailors and Marines in Rockefeller Center while taping The Today Show. Fleet Week New York 2012 marks the 25th year the city has celebrated the nation's sea services for the citizens of New York and the tri-state area. This year, the seven-day event, coincides with the commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, with more than 6,000 service members from the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard sea services in addition to coalition ships from around the world.

Brig. Gen. David Mounkes, the Kentucky National Guards assistant adjutant general for Air, throws the ceremonial first pitch during a Louisville Bats baseball game at Louisville Slugger Field in Louisville, Ky., Sept. 1, 2022. The event was part of a Hometown Hero program that honored 16 Kentucky Air National Guardsmen who deployed across the state for disaster response following a Category 4 tornado and massive flooding that claimed more than 100 lives in the past year.

Crewmembers tossing a throwing line during the Buoy Tender Olympics at Coast Guard Station Juneau, August 17, 2022.The Buoy Tender Olympics were held in Juneau, Alaska, as a part of the Coast Guard's annual Buoy Tender Round-up.Buoy Tender Round-up is a week-long event that gives participants an opportunity to receive specialized training, provide discussions to enhance operations, and hold a Buoy Tender Roundup Olympics to test their seamanship skills.Crews from Coast Guard Cutters Kukui, Cypress, Fir, Anthony Petit, and Elm participated in multiple events including the chain pull, line toss, boom spot, Tug-O-War, and the heat and beat. -U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Lexie Preston

A crowd of people watch Tifawt, a Moroccan band led by American Fulbright Scholar Katie Hicks, in a concert as part of the U.S. Embassy sponsored African Lion 2022 Tour in Agadir, Morocco, June 26, 2022, during African Lion 2022. African Lion 2022 is U.S. Africa Command's largest, premier, joint, annual exercise hosted by Morocco, Ghana, Senegal and Tunisia, June 6 - 30. More than 7,500 participants from 28 nations and NATO train together with a focus on enhancing readiness for U.S. and partner nation forces. AL22 is a joint all-domain, multi-component, and multinational exercise, employing a full array of mission capabilities with the goal to strengthen interoperability among participants and set the theater for strategic access.

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (Aug. 22, 2015) Leon Walston, a Newport News Shipbuilding welder from Massachusetts, displays the welded initials of Caroline Kennedy, the sponsor of the aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy (CVN 79). Also pictured (left to right) are Rear Adm. Earl Yates, the first commanding officer of the aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy (CV 67); Newport News Shipbuilding President Matt Mulherin; Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe; and Rep. Joseph Kennedy. (Huntington Ingalls Industries

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