Military Leadership Briefings

Images depict military personnel giving briefings and presentations to various groups, focused on leadership, training, and community observances in a professional setting.

Master Sgt. Ana Guzman with the Fort McCoy Equal Opportunity Office gives opening comments for the 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance on Jan. 16, 2024, in McCoys Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. The 2024 observance not only featured opening comments by Guzman who organized the event, it also included an opening prayer by Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Amy Noble with the Fort McCoy Religious Support Office, and Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger spoke about the legacy of MLK Jr. The 2024 theme for the observance was Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off! After Messenger gave his presentation, a video of one of Kings most famous speeches, Ive Been to the Mountaintop, was played for the observance attendees.

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Trevor Hall, an Assistant Chief of Staff at Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Marine Forces Command, Marine Forces Northern Command, provides a Command Brief to Senior Foreign Military Attachés from the U.S. Navy Foreign Naval Attachés Meet the Fleet program at Marine Forces Command headquarters on April 22nd, 2022. The program provides Senior Foreign Military Attachés the opportunity to meet with senior leadership, interact with service members, and become acquainted with the capabilities of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.

Master Sgt. Ana Guzman with the Fort McCoy Equal Opportunity Office gives opening comments for the 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance on Jan. 16, 2024, in McCoys Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. The 2024 observance not only featured opening comments by Guzman who organized the event, it also included an opening prayer by Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Amy Noble with the Fort McCoy Religious Support Office, and Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger spoke about the legacy of MLK Jr. The 2024 theme for the observance was Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off! After Messenger gave his presentation, a video of one of Kings most famous speeches, Ive Been to the Mountaintop, was played for the observance attendees.

Sgt. Maj. of the U.S. Army Michael A. Grinston speaks to competitors during the 2022 Best Squad Competition at the Pentagon Library and Conference Center in Arlington, Virginia, Oct. 7, 2022. The competition tests the squads proficiency in their warrior tasks and battle drills and identifies the most cohesive, highly trained, disciplined and fit team - ready to fight and win - while demonstrating commitment to the Army Values and Warrior Ethos.

EAST CHINA SEA (June 15, 2013) Capt. Joey Tynch, executive officer of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) conducts a sexual assault prevention and response class aboard the ship. Bonhomme Richard conducted the training as part of a Navy-wide sexual assault prevention and response stand down. The Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group is conducting joint force operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

Cadets with the Colonel Berta A. Edge Composite Squadron of the Mississippi Civil Air Patrol listen to a briefing on the basics of aviation at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Jan. 9, 2024. The Colonel Berta A. Edge Composite Squadron focuses on developing teens in areas such as leadership, aerospace education and character to transform youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders. This marks the first meeting that this squadron has held on Keesler since 2018.

Col. Michael Maginness, 5th Bomb Wing Vice Commander, briefs the Military Affairs Committee and community leaders at the Armed Forces Reserve Center, Minot, North Dakota, on May, 12, 2022. This lunch allows community leaders to engage and discuss important topics that are happening both on Minot Air Force Base and the City of Minot.

Richard Haninger, USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) deployed resilience educator, teaches leadership skills to Sailors during a leadership development course, August 3, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting workups in preparation for a scheduled deployment this fall.

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall smiles while a question is asked by a service member during the Air Combat Command all call at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Sept. 23, 2022. Kendall is responsible for organizing, training and equipping the U.S. Air and Space Forces and accountable for the welfare of nearly 700,000 active duty, Guard, Reserve and civilian Airmen and Guardians, as well as their families.

Rear Adm. Pete Garvin, commander, Naval Education and Training Command (NETC), speaks to prospective aviation commanding officers during the Aviation Commanding Officer Training Course at the Naval Aviation Schools Command onboard Naval Air Station Pensacola, Oct. 25, 2022. NETCs mission is to recruit, train and deliver those who serve our nation, taking them from street-to-fleet by transforming civilians into highly skilled, operational and combat ready warfighters.

The North Carolina National Guard rings in the New Year by hosting a promotion ceremony for its newest brigadier general at a ceremony at NCNG Joint Force Headquarters in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jan. 1, 2023. Charles W. Morrison, a 28-year NCNG veteran of two wartime deployments and numerous state active duty missions, will take those hard-earned skills and leadership lessons to the Pentagon as a Deputy Director with the Department of the Army. Here, Morrison thanks his family, first row, for their support during the ceremony.

Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger talks to guests Aug. 18, 2022, at the Community Appreciation Night event at McCoy's Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. Nearly 60 people participated in the event that brings together Fort McCoy personnel with community leaders from nearby cities, townships, towns, and villages. It was the first event like this at the post since 2019.

Inter-American Defense College Leadership greeted Major General Germán Lopez, Colombian Defense Attaché for a visit to the IADC Campus on Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C., Oct. 6, 2022. During the visit, the visitors conducted an office call with IADC Leadership, received an IADC brief, and concluded the visit with a tour of the campus.

Chief Master Sgt. Laura Hoover, 22nd Air Refueling Wing command chief, speaks during a players briefing for Exercise Lethal Pride at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, March 24, 2023. Lethal Pride was a five-day exercise testing the wings ability to launch, communicate with and recover aircraft in a contested environment with degraded communications.

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, the 19th Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, meets Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 167, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, on Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 27, 2022. Black met with Marine Aircraft Group 26 and Marine Aircraft Group 29 Marines to discuss retention, promotion, and the importance of a coordinated plan for future career path for Marines in deactivating squadrons.

Leaders from the 633d Air Base Wing and the Army & Air Force Exchange Service discuss this last quarters productivity of services at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Dec. 7, 2022. During the meeting, leadership brainstormed various ways for improvement in the Exchanges, as well as what current operations, products and services are working.

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf meets with representatives from the Pennsylvania National Guard, including Maj. Gen. Mark J. Schindler, Adjutant General of Pennsylvania, during a ceremony at the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency to honor PA NG Soldiers and Airmen for their efforts running COVID-19 vaccination clinics for school teachers during the height of the pandemic.What you did was a really big deal, said Wolf.

STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Mississippi - Rear Adm. Ronald Piret, Commander, Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command holds a commanders' conference at Stennis Space Center Aug. 23, 2022. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

Members from the Arizona Congressional Staff Delegation receive a mission brief from the 56th Fighter Wing leadership during a visit, May 5, 2022, at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. The brief provided an overview of the 56th FWs mission and capabilities. Familiarization with processes and systems implemented by the 56th FW serves to strengthen public opinion and trust in the Air Force.

Airmen from the 195th Wing, California Air National Guard, listen to a leadership presentation by 195th Wing Command Chief Jennifer Oberg at the Front Line Supervisor Summit at Peach Tree Golf and Country Club, Marysville California, September 1, 2022. The summit featured presentations from agencies from across the Wing and State on topics such as; leadership scenarios, Four Lenses, empathy and mindfulness, and finance. In addition to the presentations there were break out sessions to discuss topics as well as team building activities.

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Gregory Wegner, Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, gives his presentation April 21, 2022, during the installation observance the Holocaust Days of Remembrance and Holocaust Remembrance Day at Fort McCoy, Wis. Wegner served as the guest speaker for the event. According to the National Archives at www.archives.gov, International Holocaust Remembrance Day is an international memorial day designated by the United Nations to mark the anniversary of the January 27, 1945, liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau the largest Nazi concentration and death camp. The Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust is an annual commemoration designated by Congress to mark the anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising in 1943. In 2022, Holocaust Remembrance Day was recognized on April 28, 2022.

Master Sgt. Mike Cutter, 908th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief and expediter, gives a briefing on helicopter rotary system basics to members of the 908 AMXS July 10, 2022, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Cutter, along with Master Sgt. William Little, 908th Airlift Wing flight safety noncommissioned officer in charge, gave the briefing to the 908th Maintenance Group in preparation for the wings transition to the U.S. Air Forces MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter Formal Training Unit.

ST. LOUIS (Oct. 4, 2022) Chief Navy Counselor Brandon Weintraut, a recruiter assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) Mid America, speaks with local high school students during a leadership symposium, Oct. 4, 2022. The symposium focused on the 11 principles of leadership which serve as guidelines for leaders in the military. NTAG Mid America, part of Navy Recruiting Command, recruits the next generation of Navy Sailors throughout areas encompassing Missouri, Kansas, central and southern Illinois, and a portion of Kentucky.

120610-N-PB383-114PACIFIC OCEAN (June 9, 2012) Sailors and Marines play bingo in the Carlson Cafe aboard the multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). Makin Island and embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are deployed to the U.S. 3rd Fleet Area of operations.

CAMP SHIELDS, Japan (May 23, 2022) Commander, Fleet Activities Okinawa (CFAO) Command Master Chief Michael Chadwell speaks at the Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month leadership panel at Camp Shields, Okinawa, Japan, May 23, 2022. The panel allowed the audience to ask questions of the leaders who would share their experiences and knowledge. CFAO maintains and operates facilities to support the U.S. Navys naval and aviation assets in the Indo-Pacific region.

The U.S. Medical Department Activity-Bavaria hosts its 2024 Mentorship Panel at the Tower Barracks Theater, Grafenwoehr, Germany, Feb. 1, 2024. Col. Zach Solomon, Commander of U.S. Medical Department Activity-Bavaria, and Command Sgt. Maj. Jesus Gonzales, Command Sgt. Maj. of Medical Readiness Command-Europe, were two of the panel members present. The purpose of the event is to allow soldiers to ask questions and receive advice from a collection of Army leaders in the community. The event was open to all soldiers in the community as well as livestreamed on the AFN Bavaria Facebook page. Army

Interagency partners conversate during Space Systems Commands first joint operations training, Sept. 8, 2022, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla. For its inaugural scenario, this three-day exercise focused on streamlining interagency responsibilities to generate Tactically Responsive Space (TacRS) capabilities at a faster rate.

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Soldiers of 2-151st Infantry Battalion Task Force Nighthawk attend a service conducted by Chaplain Cpt. Richard Wolfe Jr. at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, in Hohenfels, Germany, Oct. 9, 2022. (U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Anna Pongo)

Mr. Anthony Cruz Unoz, Pacific Air Forces Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, speaks with Airmen about Diversity, Equality, Inclusion & Accessibility during a visit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 5, 2023. During his visit, Unoz participated in several panels to help Airmen better understand each others different experiences and unique perspectives.

Sylvia Lopez, Army Community Service director with the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation, talks with attendees at the 2024 Army Emergency Relief (AER) Campaign Breakfast on Feb. 28, 2024, at McCoy's Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. She asked everyone to support the program, which directly helps Soldiers and families. AER is the Armys emergency financial-assistance organization that has been dedicated to supporting Soldiers and their families since 1942, according to https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org. The nonprofit provides grants, interest-free loans, and scholarships to active-duty Soldiers and reservists; retirees; and family members, including surviving family members. Army

PENSACOLA, Fla. (Sept. 27, 2022) Rear Adm. Pete Garvin, commander, Naval Education and Training Command (NETC), speaks during the NETC fall leadership off-site at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Sept. 27, 2022. Leaders from throughoutthe NETC Force Development domain attended both in-person and online to discuss issues ranging across the "street to fleet" mission to recruit, develop and deliver combat-ready warfighters to the fleet.

U.S. Air Force Col. Jose Cabrera, 563rd Rescue Group commander, gives welcome remarks to the 355th Wing honorary commanders at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Sept. 14, 2022. Honorary commanders participated in an immersion tour of the 563rd Rescue Group.

Maj. Gen. Matthew Baker, commander of the 88th Readiness Division, met with representatives of Northrop Grumman on Feb. 15, 2023, in Colorado Springs, to develop a relationship, thank the company for its support of the Army Reserve and promote the hiring of Army Reserve Soldiers. Left to right, Kevin Kick, program manager, Baker, and Roger Vincent, corporate lead executive.

James Moser, director of Fleet Readiness on the staff of the Chief of Naval Operations, hosts a panel for senior Navy personnel during the 2023 Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) Commanders Training Symposium at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Washington, March 21, 2023 Leaders from CNICs 10 Navy regions and 70 bases worldwide gathered at the event to discuss advancing Navy culture to develop teams that adapt, learn, and improve faster than any adversary and the Performance-to-Plan (P2P) problem solving method, giving each commander tools to take back to their home station.

Garrison Commander Col. Michael Poss addresses event-goers during a Community Leader Engagement on April 19, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. More than a dozen community leaders from Tomah, Sparta, and other nearby municipalities gathered at Fort McCoy to see the posts mission first-hand. During their visit, the community leaders received a driving tour of the installation and made stops at the Combined Arms Collective Training Facility on South Post, Fort McCoy Commemorative Area, Fort McCoy Simulations Training Complex in the 200 block on the cantonment area, Garrison Headquarters, and McCoys Community Center where they received a lunch.

Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger talks to guests Aug. 18, 2022, at the Community Appreciation Night event at McCoy's Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. Nearly 60 people participated in the event that brings together Fort McCoy personnel with community leaders from nearby cities, townships, towns, and villages. It was the first event like this at the post since 2019.

Visit of Secretary Dirk Kempthorne to Pima County, Arizona's border area with Mexico, where he joined U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel for meetings, tours, flights, inspections

NORFOLK (July 1, 2020) Joint Force Command Norfolk, in partnership with U.S. 2nd Fleet, conducts the Fourth Battle of the Atlantic tabletop exercise (TTX) virtually for leaders from multinational commands to discuss the future warfighting strategy in the Atlantic. Naval Warfighting Development Center facilitated the TTX, which presented commanders with vignettes to address command relationships, resources, mission priorities, and authorities in the Atlantic.

STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Mississippi (Nov. 15, 2022) - Rear Adm. Lorin Selby, Chief of Naval Research, visits the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command on an official visit to become familiar with Naval Oceanography activities at Stennis Space Center. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jesus Ortiz, administrative specialist, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), answers questions during a meritorious corporal promotion board at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Feb. 1, 2024. H&HS held a meritorious promotion board that uses physical fitness, service record and a meritorious panel interview to recognize Marines whose performance is superior to that of their peers. Marine Corps

Fort McCoy Installation Safety Office Manager Randy Eddy displays the sixth U.S. Army Excellence Safety Streamer Award on Oct. 27, 2022, during the Garrison Commander Town Hall event in building 60 at Fort McCoy, Wis. The installation received the award in September 2022 from the Director of Installation Management Command Directorate-Readiness. Standing with Eddy is Dale Marsolek, also with the Fort McCoy Installation Safety Office.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Andrew Norris, executive officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, welcomes educators and recruiters from Milwaukee and St. Louis as part of an educators workshop on MCAS Miramar, San Diego, California, June 9, 2022. The workshop is designed to inform high school educators about the benefits and opportunities available in the Marine Corps, so they may provide knowledge to their students interested in the military.

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Sgt. 1st Class Michael Raymond with the 181st Multi-Functional Training Brigade reads a prayer during the 2022 Memorial Day Prayer Luncheon on May 26, 2022, at McCoys Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. Reverend Laurie Graber and her husband Tom Graber gave a presentation as guest speakers for the event. Both Grabers discussed their ministry and the importance of Memorial Day. Were several participants in the luncheon that included special guest speakers, special prayers provided by clergy, and music to honor fallen veterans for Memorial Day. Nearly three dozen community members attended the event that also included a free lunch. The event was organized by the Fort McCoy Religious Support Office.

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Galica answers questions about retention at the R2PM Muster at the Milwaukee Reserve center on April 29, 2022. The R2PM Muster was organized to provide resources and information to those seeking reenlistment in the U.S. Army Reserve.

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221016-N-PC620-0008REYNOSA, Mexico (Oct. 16, 2022) U.S. Army Lt. Col. Tiffianey Laurin, the Joint Task Force Civil Support Incident Support Team 4 officer-in-charge, gives a reception brief to exercise participants during their arrival in Reynosa, Mexico as part of exercise Fuerzas Amigas 2022, at Campo Militar Reynosa, Oct. 16. FA22 is a binational disaster-response exercise between the U.S. and Mexican militaries Oct. 17-21, along the U.S.-Mexican border. The purpose of this annual exercise is to improve readiness and strengthen the two nations cooperative relationship. U.S. Army North, through Joint Task Force Civil Support will serve as the command-and-control element directing U.S. troops conducting a natural disaster response exercise alongside Mexican military forces.

U.S. Air Force Capt. Garrett Bright, from the 120th Operations Support Squadron, talks with Lt. Col. Kirk Teufel, left, director of operations of training at the Advanced Airlift Tactics Training Center, and Col. James Couch, commandant of the AATTC, during the Mobility Air Force Data Link Users Group, at Rosecrans Air National Guard Base, Missouri, February 6, 2024. During the event, hosted by the AATTC, more than 100 subject matter experts discussed community airframe updates, future data link capabilities, as well as briefings from some of the top leaders in the field. Data Link provides the capability for air and ground crews to be able to establish and maintain tactical coordination anywhere in the world. Air National Guard

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American Samoa, Dec. 8, 2010 Farley Howell, FEMA Region IX Federal Preparedness Coordinator, recognizing Major Taylor of the U.S. Army Reserve Unit in American Samoa for his support of the Training, Exercise and Planning Workshop.. Photographs Relating to Disasters and Emergency Management Programs, Activities, and Officials

Senior Master Sgt. Sedrick Evans, Pacific Air Forces International Enlisted Engagements Manager, briefs Allies and partners on the background of the future Inter-Pacific Air Forces Academy during a regional breakout session of the Senior Enlisted Leader International Summit 2022 in Arlington, Virginia on August 2, 2022. The IPAFA will create a standardized non-commissioned officer identity and develop a culture of stability for enlisted leaders authority and responsibilities across the region.

Newly promoted Lt. Col. Daniel Rhoades speaks to friends, family and colleagues during his promotion ceremony at the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity

WASHINGTON (Sept. 22, 2022) - Chief of Staff, Naval District Washington Capt. Grahame Dicks, delivers remarks during a Bells Across America ceremony on board the Washington Navy Yard. Bells Across America is an annual ceremony paying tribute to those that have died serving the country and those who were left behind.

WASHINGTON (Sept. 22, 2022) - Chief of Staff, Naval District Washington Capt. Grahame Dicks, delivers remarks during a Bells Across America ceremony on board the Washington Navy Yard. Bells Across America is an annual ceremony paying tribute to those that have died serving the country and those who were left behind.

North Dakota State Highway Patrol SGT Matthew Johnson speaks about winter driving safety Oct. 7, 2022, at the year end training initiative at Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. During the YETI, airmen and families learned about proper winter clothing, snow removal, and how to build a winter car kit.

220414-N-SI601-1028 YOKOSUKA, Japan (April 14, 2022) Capt. Fred Goldhammer, commanding officer of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), speaks at family readiness group meeting. Ronald Reagan, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group 5, provides a combat-ready force that protects and defends the United States, and supports alliances, partnerships and collective maritime interests in the Indo-Pacific region.

220919-N-IE405-2015 NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 19, 2022) Capt. Keith Tukes, assigned to Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) headquartered in Washington D.C., briefed Sailors about opportunities in career advancements within the Limited Duty Officer (LDO) and Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) programs for the Master-at-Arms community at the Command Conference Center onboard U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples in Capodichino, Italy, Sept. 19, 2022. Tukes also shared his 37-year career experiences, from enlisted to a commissioned officer, in the U.S. Navy and how to best prepare for the LDO/CWO application. 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.

The audience applauds after Lt Col. Roderick Morris assumes command from Lt. Col. Daniel Arenson during the 728th Airlift Squadron change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, Jan 6, 2023. Lt. Col. Daniel Arenson relinquished command of the 728th AS to Morris.

220427-N-IE405-1014 NAPLES, Italy (April 27, 2022) Fleet and Family Support Center Counseling and Advocacy Program Supervisor Karen Kershaw speaks to the audience during a town hall event in the movie theater at NSA Naples' Support Site, in Gricignano, Italy, April 27, 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.

Reverend Laurie Graber and her husband Tom Graber give a presentation May 26, 2022, during the 2022 Memorial Day Prayer Luncheon at Fort McCoy, Wis. Both Grabers discussed their ministry and the importance of Memorial Day. The Grabers were among several participants in the luncheon that included special guest speakers, special prayers provided by other clergy, and music to honor fallen veterans for Memorial Day. Nearly three dozen community members attended the event that also included a free lunch. The event was organized by the Fort McCoy Religious Support Office.

Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Michael Poss talks with employees with the Fort McCoy Directorate of Public Works (DPW) who were awarded Army Civil Service Commendation and Achievement Medals for Operation Allies Welcome support on June 1, 2022, at Fort McCoy, Wis. Thirty-one DPW employees received awards. OAW took place at Fort McCoy between Aug. 15, 2021, and Feb. 15, 2022. The installation supported the housing, processing, and relocating of approximately 13,000 Afghan guests who were airlifted from Afghanistan in August 2021.

U.S. Air Force Col. William Hunter, 81st Training Wing commander, briefs ROTC cadets on the 81st TRW mission and capabilities at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Sept. 16, 2022. Keesler hosted ROTC cadets from Louisiana State University and Tulane University for a base tour to demonstrate mission capabilities and Air Force career opportunities.

PENSACOLA, Fla. (Sept. 27, 2022) Rear Adm. Pete Garvin, commander, Naval Education and Training Command (NETC), left, speaks during the NETC fall leadership off-site, while Capt. Clifford Collins Jr., NETC chief of staff, listens at Naval Air Station Pensacola, Sept. 27, 2022. Leaders from throughoutthe NETC Force Development domain attended both in-person and online to discuss issues ranging across the "street to fleet" mission to recruit, develop and deliver combat-ready warfighters to the fleet.

Marine Raiders with Marine Forces Special Operations Command conduct a key leader engagement during RAVEN, April 29, 2022. The goal of a KLE is to build a professional connection with local national officials and to foster a better relationship with our foreign allies. RAVEN is a training exercise held to evaluate all aspects of a Marine Special Operations Company prior to a special operations deployment.

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (March 24, 2016) Master Chief April Beldo, fleet master chief for manpower, personnel, training and education (MPT&E), delivers remarks during a Women's History Month presentation at Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek. This year's theme was "Working to Form a More Perfect Union: Honoring Women in Public Service and Government."

Sean McGoffin, chief border patrol agent, gives a brief to the commanders and sergeants major of Marine Corps Installation (MCI) West during a visit to the U.S. Border Patrol Station in Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 10, 2024. The purpose of this conference was to show MCI West commanders and sergeants major the mission and capabilities of the U.S. Border Patrol.

Major General Keith D. Reventlow, commanding general, Marine Corps Logistics Command (LOGCOM), prepares for the 18th annual meeting with the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C. on September 15, 2022. Chamber members met with Marine Corps leadership and the Georgia congressional delegation to discuss how current and future Marine Corps Logistics Base (MCLB) Albany and LOGCOM initiatives align with the global force posture. The visit further reinforces the value of MCLB Albany and LOGCOM to members of Congress and explores ways the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce, local community and members of Congress can support the needs of the base and its tenant commands.

Jake Rademacher, director of movies Brothers After War and Brothers at War, speaks to the Fairbanks community veterans, both past and presently serving, Airmen, Soldiers, and family members during the Brothers After War Resiliency Workshop held at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Feb 2, 2024. The 168th Wing hosted Rademacher as part of a seminar and lunch sponsored by the Gary Sinise Foundation to further a sense of community and connection among Veterans. Air National Guard

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts the annual POW/MIA recognition ceremony at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 16, 2022. (DoD photo by Lisa Ferdinando)

Inter-American Defense College Leadership Welcomes Decio Rui Pialarissi, Brazilian federal revenue service agency chief to the IADC on Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C., Aug. 3, 2022. During the visit, Mr. Pialarissi attended an office call with IADC Leadership, received an IADC brief, and concluded the visit with a tour of the campus.

Sailors receive certificates during Recruit Division Commander "C" School graduation. More than 40,000 recruits train annually at the Navy's only boot camp.

U.S. Army Central Commanding General, Lt. Gen. Patrick Frank, hosts an office call with the senior advisor for the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Army for Defense Experts and Cooperation, Ms. Sandra Long, at Patton Hall on Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., Oct. 3, 2022. This visit was held to discuss Security Cooperation and strategic planning initiatives with USARCENT senior leaders.

Attendees watch cadet training highlights at the Air Force ROTC Detachment 172 awards ceremony at Valdosta State University, Georgia, April 27, 2022. The ceremony celebrated graduating cadets and also passed the responsibilities of cadet leadership to rising seniors.

2204026-N-JO245-1280 NORFOLK, Va. (April 26, 2022) - Lt. A.J. Geis asks a question about undersea warfare operations during a Junior Officer Undersea Warfare Symposium and Training (JOUST) flag officer panel onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads. JOUST is an annual symposium led by junior officers designed to address challenges to future undersea warfare (USW) operations and leverage and maximize strengths in the USW community.

U.S. Air Force Col. David Fazenbaker, 62nd Airlift Wing commander, speaks at the Team McChord Spouses Luncheon at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 11, 2022. Attendees received information on key topic areas from support agencies, such as childcare, housing and family services.

PEARL HARBOR (July 1, 2022) - Service members from partner nations conduct marine mammal lookout training as part of Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971.

Inter-American Defense College Staff, Faculty and Students welcome dignitaries and sponsors during a Class 62's orientation on Sept. 28, 2022. The event provides the students a chance to meet with their representatives regarding the upcoming school year and the challenges of completing a demanding Master's Degree curriculum while living with their families in a new country.

220725-N-WG572-1050JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (July 25, 2022) - Royal Australian Navy Commodore Paul O Grady, commander, Combined Force Maritime Component, attends a Navy Cooperation and Guidance for Shipping (NCAGS) brief during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 25. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, and more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The worlds largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the worlds oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Navy photo by MC3 Christopher J. Crawford)

Master Sgt. Ana Guzman with the Fort McCoy Equal Opportunity Office gives opening comments for the 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance on Jan. 16, 2024, in McCoys Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. The 2024 observance not only featured opening comments by Guzman who organized the event, it also included an opening prayer by Chaplain (Lt. Col.) Amy Noble with the Fort McCoy Religious Support Office, and Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger spoke about the legacy of MLK Jr. The 2024 theme for the observance was Remember! Celebrate! Act! A Day On, Not A Day Off! After Messenger gave his presentation, a video of one of Kings most famous speeches, Ive Been to the Mountaintop, was played for the observance attendees.

Mark Libell, chief of staff, and Brenda Williams, Southwest Georgia Outreach Director, both with the office of U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock visited Marine Corps Logistics Base Albany, Aug. 3. They were given an overview of MCLB Albany, Marine Depot Maintenance Command and Marine Corps Logistics Commands mission as well as renewable energy and the 5G warehouse infrastructure.

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Andre Heags, 334th Training Squadron air traffic control training superintendent, briefs members of the German Military Aviation Authority on Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Feb. 12, 2024. The GMAA visited the 334th TRS to gain a deeper understanding of the training controllers undergo and to collaborate on innovative ideas to enhance the training pipeline for both countries. Air Force

Illinois Air National Guard 1st Lt. Paul Murley, Cyber Range Project Officer, left, and Illinois Air Army National Guard 1st. Lt. Christopher Muenster, right, present information on the uses of the 183d Joint Cyber Center of Excellence Cyber Range at the 183d Wing, Springfield, Illinois April 2, 2022. The range consists of approximately 10 servers, networking equipment, computer terminals and other information technology infrastructure that can be configured to create a variety of cyber training scenarios.

Mike Velasquez, Congressional liaison with Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) headquarters staff, hosts a panel for senior Navy personnel during the 2023 CNIC Commanders Training Symposium at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Washington, March 23, 2023 Leaders from CNICs 10 Navy regions and 70 bases worldwide gathered at the event to discuss advancing Navy culture to develop teams that adapt, learn, and improve faster than any adversary and the Performance-to-Plan (P2P) problem solving method, giving each commander tools to take back to their home station.

030127-F-0623L-035. Base: Fairchild Air Force Base State: Washington (WA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AMC

030819-F-3378P-007. Base: Great Falls State: Montana (MT) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Inter-American Defense College Staff, Faculty and Students tour Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pa., Sept. 23, 2022. The Park protects and interprets the landscape of the 1863 Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War. There are 43,000 American Civil War artifacts that are displayed in the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center. The Visit It is an academic field study that is part of the master's program offered by the college.

Dr. Lisa Miller, a professor at Columbia University and the founder of Spirituality Mind Body Institute, introduces the concept behind the science of spirituality to Soldiers during a presentation at Fort Stewart, Georgia, July 20, 2022. The event focused on how senior leaders can include spirituality in Holistic Health and Fitness, the framework that encompasses all aspects of human performance to optimize Soldiers readiness and increase the overall effectiveness of the total Army.

041217-A-1526R-003. Base: Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

NORFOLK, Va. (March 30, 2023) Sailors from U.S. Fleet Forces Command, Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet, and Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads hold a discussion panel during a Women's History Month celebration. U.S. 2nd Fleet employs maritime forces ready to fight across multiple domains in the Atlantic and Arctic in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

Fort McCoy community members participate in the 2022 Memorial Day Prayer Luncheon on May 26, 2022, at McCoys Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. Reverend Laurie Graber and her husband Tom Graber gave a presentation as guest speakers for the event. Both Grabers discussed their ministry and the importance of Memorial Day. Were several participants in the luncheon that included special guest speakers, special prayers provided by clergy, and music to honor fallen veterans for Memorial Day. Nearly three dozen community members attended the event that also included a free lunch. The event was organized by the Fort McCoy Religious Support Office.

Fort McCoy Garrison Commander Col. Stephen Messenger talks to guests Aug. 18, 2022, at the Community Appreciation Night event at McCoy's Community Center at Fort McCoy, Wis. Nearly 60 people participated in the event that brings together Fort McCoy personnel with community leaders from nearby cities, townships, towns, and villages. It was the first event like this at the post since 2019.

A change of command ceremony for the 152nd Security Forces Squadron (SFS) was held Feb. 3, 2024 at the Nevada Air National Guard Base, Reno, Nev. Col. Justin Galli presided over the ceremony as previous 152nd SFS commander Col. Shaun Cruze relinquished command to Maj. Lewis Roberts.

Adm. Daryl Caudle, commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command, shared his perspectives with U.S. Navy leaders from across the Information Warfare (IW) domain at the Naval Information Forces Commanders Summit. The event allowed IW leaders to discuss IW enterprise priorities including the Navys Get Real Get Better movement; IW readiness; medical and mental health updates; diversity, equity and inclusion; and civilian manning in the IW community.

Lt. Col. Thomas E. Parker, 312th Airlift Squadron, celebrates with his family during a ceremony at Travis Air Forces Base, California, September 9, 2022. The mission of the 312th Airlift Squadron is to train and provide qualified C-5 Galaxy aircrews to fly worldwide airlift missions and augment the active duty forces under various readiness conditions up to and including full mobilization.

Cmdr. Richard Rosenbusch, from New Baltimore, Michigan, USS Gerald R. Ford's (CVN 78) assistant air officer, signs a Ford commissioning book during a dinner with students, community members and veterans at Albion College in Albion, Michigan, September 2, 2022. Twelve Ford Sailors traveled to Michigan for the ships annual namesake visit to learn about the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford and connect with local community members in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor and Albion.

PACIFIC OCEAN (April 4, 2017) Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Work speaks with Rear Adm. William Byrne, left, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 11 and Rear Adm. Ross Myers, commander, CSG-15 during a visit to the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is underway conducting a composite training unit exercise with the Nimitz CSG in preparation for an upcoming deployment.

Col. Nate Vogel, 22nd Air Refueling Wing commander, speaks during a players briefing for Exercise Lethal Pride at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, March 24, 2023. Lethal Pride was a five-day exercise testing the wings ability to launch, communicate with and recover aircraft in a contested environment with degraded communications.

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