Military Personnel Moments

Images of military personnel engaged in various activities, emphasizing uniforms and settings, showcasing roles in training and ceremonial events.

March is Women's History Month. Senior Master Sgt. Vera Bonpua, is among the many amazing women at the 349th Air Mobility Wing. Some behind the scenes photos of Bonpua hard at work at the 349th Logistic Readiness Squadron .

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lizzully Canales-Acuna, 335th Training Squadron instructor, poses for a photo at Keesler Air Force Base, Aug. 30, 2022. Canales-Acuna shared her story in recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated September 15 to October 15.

Missouri National Guards Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program hosted a week-long refresher course to the states Victim Advocates at the Ike Skelton Training Site, Jefferson City, Mo., Sept. 15, 2022. The training consisted of lesson seminars, interactive activities, communication assessments and much more. (Photo by U.S. Army National Guard Spc. Rose Di Trolio)

March is Women's History Month. Senior Master Sgt. Vera Bonpua, is among the many amazing women at the 349th Air Mobility Wing. Some behind the scenes photos of Bonpua hard at work at the 349th Logistic Readiness Squadron .

Spc. Morgan Quagliarella, a combat medic, assigned to 1-126th Aviation Regiment, stands for a portrait, March 10, 2023, Quonset, RI. Quagliarella was nominated for a Soldier Spotlight for leading her fellow team members in the absence of senior noncommissioned officers.

U.S. Army Capt. Jennifer Wain speaks at a change of command ceremony on Sept. 18, 2022 at the Flemington National Guard Armory. Capt. Wain replaced Capt. Clinton Bradley who was promoted to another assignment in the National Guard. (U.S. Army National Guard photos by Pfc. Michael Hayes)

OKINAWA, Japan (March 31, 2023) Information Systems Technician 1st Class Nicole Kazyak answers interview questions after she graduated from the 2-23 Jungle Leaders Course at the Jungle Warfare Training Center in Okinawa, Japan March 31, 2023. The Jungle Leaders Course teaches service members to navigate and survive in the jungle over 30 training days and Kazyak is the first-ever female to graduate from this course.

220414-N-TH560-0174 SASEBO, Japan (April 14, 2022) Seaman Rory Black, from Pittsburgh, poses for a photo during a Navy Personnel Command (NPC) Fleet Engagement Team event onboard Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo. Black enlisted in the Navy in 2020 as part of the Professional Apprenticeship Career Tracks (PACT) program and earned the Yeoman rating at the event, April 14, 2022. I instantly told my mom, said Black. This was a great process. Im just happy and Im excited to go do my job.The Fleet Engagement Team, consisting of enlisted community managers, rating specialists and detailers from NPC, worked one-on-one with PACT Sailors in Japan to provide career counseling, designate ratings and negotiate orders on site.

U.S. Army Capt. Miranda Fair, 601st Aviation Support Battalion, 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, asks a question about mental health during a conference at Barlow Theater on Fort Riley, Kansas, Oct. 25, 2022. Fair, along with the brigade leadership, attended the conference to discuss the current state of the Army as well as upcoming changes.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emily Tiedt, the noncommissioned officer in charge of adverse actions, assigned to the 36th Wing office of the Staff Judge Advocate, sits in the judges chambers of the courtroom at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 21, 2022. Tiedt hard work since arriving at Andersen AFB in 2021 led her to be recognized as the 11th Air Force Paralegal of the Quarter as well as the Pacific Air Forces Paralegal of the Month.

Major General Telita Crossland, Director, Deputy Surgeon General and Chief, Medical Corps visited WRAIR to receive an overview/update of WRAIRS's science capabilities and countermeasure development activities.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Amber Tatum, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 24, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) poses for a photo during Realistic Urban Training on Fort Barfoot, Virginia, Jan. 10, 2024. RUT provides the 24th MEU the opportunity to operate in unfamiliar environments, integrate the units of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, and train towards being designated as special operations capable.

Capt. Angela Lane, 49th Medical Operations Squadron psychologist, provides instructions for an activity during the women in uniform event, May 20, 2022, on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. The womens in uniform event featured multiple team building activities to encourage networking and cohesion.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Marimar Rivera-Medina, first sergeant of the 113th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment of the Puerto Rico Army National Guard, works on her computer at Bolesławiec, Poland, Sept. 15, 2022. The 113th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment is among other units assigned to the 1st Infantry Division, and is celebrating Hispanic heritage month, remembering Hispanics that have served throughout U.S. military history.

Master Sgt. Magen Prete, 436th Comptroller Squadron superintendent, provides her answer to a poll taken at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Nov. 1, 2022. Prete, a native of Salem, Illinois, predicted Dover AFBs first snowfall of a quarter-inch or greater will occur Jan. 5, 2023.

U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Tresia Huell, 733d Mission Support Group command Sgt. Maj., prepares to answer a question during a Womens Equality Day panel at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 26th, 2022. Having served for over 28 years, Huell shares her experiences as a woman in the military to cultivate open communication about womens rights and encourage people to continue to strive for unity and gender equality.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Briana E. Davis, a contracting specialist assigned to the 122nd Fighter Wing, Indiana Air National Guard, works in her office during drill weekend, Jan. 22, 2023. Davis joined the military in March 2016 and she is proud to wear the uniform and serve her country and community.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michelle Connors, 332d Expeditionary Medical Squadron mental health technician in her office at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia, Sept. 9, 2022. Connors is one of the professionals responsible for suicide prevention and other mental healthcare at the 332d Air Expeditionary Squadron.

Senior Airman Andrea Alvaro from the 23d Logistics Support Squadron participates in AGILE FLAG 22-2 as a multi-capable airman at Avon Park Auxiliary Air Field, Florida, July 24, 2022. As an MCA at this exercise, Alvaro's role is to fill positions as needed whether it be a cook in the DFAC or a defender at and Entry Control Point.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Mylen Morales, a student at the Expeditionary Warfare School at Marine Corps University, Marine Corps Base Quantico, V.A.., instructs students with Reading High School J.R.O.T.C. during their visit to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 23, 2024. Morales is a native of Reading, P.A. and graduated from Reading High School in 2011.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass speaks during a visit at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, June 22, 2022. During the visit, Bass hosted an all-call to recognize outstanding performers and give the opportunity to hold open discussion with Airmen at JBLE.

220414-N-TH560-0228 SASEBO, Japan (April 14, 2022) Airman Kyra Kellum-Moton, from Los Angeles, poses for a photo during a Navy Personnel Command (NPC) Fleet Engagement Team event onboard Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo. Kellum-Moton enlisted in the Navy as part of the Professional Apprenticeship Career Tracks (PACT) program and earned the Personnel Specialist rating at the event, April 14, 2022. Im very grateful for PACT, because you get to see and learn more, Kellum-Moton said.The Fleet Engagement Team, consisting of enlisted community managers, rating specialists and detailers from NPC, worked one-on-one with PACT Sailors in Japan to provide career counseling, designate ratings and negotiate orders on site.

BOSTON (Oct. 6, 2022) U.S. Navy Seaman Ruth Tuiolemotu, earned her basic interpretive historian qualification aboard USS Constitution. USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ships wooden hull.

BOSTON (Oct. 6, 2022) U.S. Navy Seaman Ruth Tuiolemotu, earned her basic interpretive historian qualification aboard USS Constitution. USS Constitution, is the worlds oldest commissioned warship afloat, and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855. During normal operations, the active-duty Sailors stationed aboard USS Constitution provide free tours and offer public visitation to more than 600,000 people a year as they support the ships mission of promoting the Navys history and maritime heritage and raising awareness of the importance of a sustained naval presence. USS Constitution was undefeated in battle and destroyed or captured 33 opponents. The ship earned the nickname of Old Ironsides during the war of 1812 when British cannonballs were seen bouncing off the ships wooden hull.

Staff Sgt Ethan Hopkins assigned to 11th Airborne Division at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, poses for picture at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, March 1, 2024. Staff Sgt Hopkins won the "Top Shot," individual award for the I Corps 2024 Marksmanship Competition by having the highest score of all shooters who participated in the competition. Army

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Ashlie Mikell, 628 Air Base Wing command chief executive noncommissioned officer, loads her M4 Carbine magazine during a combat arms class, Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Aug. 31, 2022. The 628th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Combat Arms instructors regularly conduct classes to ensure mission readiness and combat effectiveness for base personnel.

Senior Airman Andrea Alvaro from the 23rd Logistics Support Squadron participates in AGILE FLAG 22-2 as a multi-capable airman at Avon Park Auxiliary Air Field, Florida, July 24, 2022. As an MCA at this exercise, Alvaro's role is to fill positions as needed whether it be a cook in the DFAC or a defender at an Entry Control Point.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Shannon Barker, a Construction Equipment Repairer and Maintenance Supervisor assigned to the Consolidated Maintenance Activity team at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, poses for a photo in Hohenfels, Germany, Sept. 29, 2022.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Aisha Nance, 18th Contracting Squadron contracting specialist from Wasilla, Alaska was selected as the 18th Wings Airman of the Week at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Airman of the Week program is an opportunity for outstanding Airmen to be recognized by KAB leadership as well as showcase these young leaders to their peers.

I chose this job because it sounded interesting to me. I knew the Marines was going to be a challenge, so that was my ‘go big or go home’ decision. My job is helpful in teaching me relevant skills and giving me the opportunity to still go out and experience the fun that the Marine Corps has to offer.” U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Isidra Salinas Rodriguez, a supply administration and operations specialist with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, stands for a portrait on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Sept. 1, 2022. Salinas, a native of Austin, Texas, joined the Marine Corps to travel and to experience a bigger family and purpose.

Lt. Col. Duilia Turner, Chief of the Women, Peace, and Security Program (WPS) at U.S. Southern Command leads discussion on women's integration in security and defense at the Belize Coast Guard headquarters in Belize City, Belize, on May 11, 2022. Tradewinds is designed to expand the region's capability to mitigate, plan for, and respond to crises; increase regional training capacity and interoperability.

U.S. Army Pfc. Brittany Arnold, left, and Spc. Haley Correa, 329th Composite Watercraft Company, 10th Battalion, culinary specialists, stand on the cargo deck of U.S. Army Vessel Missionary Ridge (LCU-2028) at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Aug. 19, 2022. Both Soldiers are part of a small group of women assigned to the Armys landing craft utility vessels, and are responsible for food preparation, storage, and ordering.

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Erin McHale, with Marine Logistics Headquarters, Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo during a Woman Marine Commanders Assembly, aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The 14 women commanders organized the informal meeting to discuss a variety of topics, ranging from personal experiences, MAGTF operations, readiness, and challenges facing their respective units.

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Nicole Velez Rodriguez, 3rd Operations Support Squadron intelligence flight, streams a live symposium to Facebook for National Hispanic Heritage Month with Senior Airman Arlyne Perez, 673rd Air Base Wing Command Post emergency action controller, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2022. Perez shared the importance of finding a community within the military and how the small Hispanic communities she found played a strong supportive role in her growth.

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Jasmine Mondragon, Administrative Specialist from Sarasota, Fla. listens to Maj. Gen. Donovan, the commander of Task Force 61/2 (TF-61/2), as he speaks about upcoming events, Naples, Italy, April 25, 2022. Task Force 61/2 aligns multiple existing deployed forces under the Naval Amphibious Force commander; deployed amphibious ready groups (ARG), Marine expeditionary units (MEU), and reconnaissance and counter-reconnaissance (RXR) forces.

Brig. Gen. Rose Keravuori ate lunch at the Caserma Del Din dining facility with Soldiers from the 207th Military Intelligence Brigade- Theater. During the lunch, Soldiers asked questions covering an array of topics which ranged from the intelligence field to their Army career paths.

Airman 1st Class Lavondar Chandler, 49th Communications Squadron client systems technician, poses for a picture during the women in uniform event, May 20, 2022, on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico. Chandler won the game of meet and greet bingo during the event, which had Airmen find people with certain traits to promote networking.

Pvt. Jaimie Rodriguez recollects her journey to becoming a Soldier during an interview with ABC-15 Phoenix, Oct. 24, Metro Recruiting Station, Phoenix Central Recruiting Company, Phoenix. Rodriguez lost 50 pounds to join the Army and is about to begin her active-duty career at Fort Stewart, Ga.

Senior Airman Shawnte DeValerio, 302nd Airlift Wing Judge Advocate office, poses with artwork she got during her deployment supporting Operation Allies Welcome, May 15, 2022, at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. DeValerio deployed to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, where she provided supplies and food to guests requiring isolation while bringing donations and coloring books to kids.

Senior Airman Ashley Mason, Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations client systems technician, poses for a portrait at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, March 20, 2023. Mason and the information technology department team support any and all equipment needed for the mission.

Capt. Melissa Stenquist, 35th Infantry Division, answers a question during a class about healthy relationships and boundary setting as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month at the MWR theater on Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, 6 Oct. 2022. Classes like this help build healthy, strong relationships, strengthen resilience to stressful situations, and educate Soldiers on resources available to them.

Staff Sgt. Ingrid Ramirez, 8th Fighter Wing Safety Office NCOIC of Occupational Safety and Health, pauses during an inspection atKunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 3, 2022. The 8th Fighter Wing Safety office is responsible for protecting over $4.5B inassets and more than 2,700 personnel. (Photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Dischinat)

U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Sierra Caffey, 354th Force Support Squadron food service journeyman poses for a photo at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 9, 2022. Caffey has the title of a First Cook, meaning she is able to step up and take the role of a shift leader when needed.

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Kimberly Brooks, 6th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron First Sergeant, thanks Tracy Stanko, Operation Toy Drop donor, for her contribution to the event at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Dec. 9, 2022. First sergeants with the 6th Air Refueling Wing worked alongside volunteers from the Tampa Bay community to collect and donate over five thousand toys, books, stuffed animals and bicycles to the MacDill community.

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Michaela Aguillard, left, from Rialto, California, checks the blood pressure of Lt. Cmdr. Rachel Sargeant, physical therapist for the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74), from Panama City, Florida, both assigned to the ship, on the floating accommodation facility, in Newport News, Virginia, July 7, 2022. The John C. Stennis is in Newport News Shipyard working alongside NNS, NAVSEA and contractors conducting Refueling and Complex Overhaul as part of the mission to deliver the warship back in the fight, on time and on budget, to resume its duty of defending the United States.

Sgt. Tuu Valaau, human resources specialist, 1st Theater Sustainment Command stationed on Fort Knox, Kentucky. Valaau is a native of American Samoa . Valaau recently deployed to Kuwait and served as one of the secretaries of the general staff. Her service provided comprehensive administrative mission support to Maj. Gen. Michel M. Russell Sr., commanding general, 1st TSC. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a celebration of the innumerable contributions, vibrant cultures, and rich heritage of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the United States.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Vivian Capacete, 23rd Force Support Squadron career development promotions technician, poses in front of an HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter, April 5, 2022, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The promotions section focuses on testing, Airman Leadership School attendance, reenlistments, retirements and more.

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Katrina Wetzel, first sergeant of the 193rd Special Operations Security Forces Squadron, shares her Air National Guard experience and gives advice to non-commissioned officers in a speed mentoring exercise during the leadership development program held at Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, Pennsylvania September 20, 2022. The LDP, an initiative started in 2020, brought Airmen from around the wing together to learn what it means to be an NCO and to become better leaders of not only the wing, but around their communities.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Katelyn Dunahoe, right, flight nurse with MOOSE 98, hugs a colleague after the Distinguished Flying Cross presentation at Travis Air Force Base, California, Dec. 9, 2022. Maj. Gen. Corey Martin, 18th Air Force commander, recognized 24 Airmen for their heroic actions during Operation Allies Refuge. The Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to any officer or enlisted person of the U.S. armed forces for heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight.

CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (July 7, 2022) Logistics Specialist 2nd Class Jha'Sharai Farmer, from East St. Louis, Illinois, stands for a portrait on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ). CLDJ serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing support to ships, aircraft and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia.

Lt. Col. Odessa K. Sam-Kpakra assumed command of the 230th Special Troops Battalion at Smyrnas Volunteer Training Site on Aug. 7. (Photo by Capt. Kealy Moriarty)

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Benedetta Laird, 718th Force Support Squadron events coodinator from Naples, Italy was selected as the 18th Wings Supervisor of the Month at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Supervisor of the Month program is an opportunity for outstanding non-commissioned officers to be recognized by KAB leadership as well as showcase these leaders to their peers.

220713-N-TH560-0282 NORFOLK, Va. (July 13, 2022) - Master Chief Navy Counselor Lalia Canlas and Information Systems Technician 1st Class DiAsia Rogers pose for a photo at the MyNavy HR Career Development Symposium Mid-Atlantic. The symposium, hosted by Navy Personnel Command, featured trade show booths, breakout sessions with top MyNavy HR leadership, and the Fleet Engagement Team focused on servicing Professional Apprenticeship Career Track Sailors.

CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti (April 6, 2022) U.S. Navy Yeoman 1st Class Jie Chen, a Navy Reserve Sailor from New York and the administration lead petty officer of the N4 Supply Department on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ), poses for a portrait to be featured as a Sailor in the Spotlight. CLDJ serves as an expeditionary base for U.S. military forces providing support to ships, aircraft and personnel that ensure security throughout Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia. CLDJ enables maritime and combat operations in the Horn of Africa while fostering positive U.S.-Africa relations.

Women's History Month Celebration Presented by 2-60th Infantry Regiment

New Jersey Army National Guard Spc. Mofiyinfoluwa Agunbiade of Joint Force Headquarters, reacts to the acceleration of a UH-60 (Blackhawk) helicopter during a morale flight, while supporting the 44th Infantry Brigade Combat Teams eXportable Combat Training Capabilities (XCTC) exercise on July 23, 2022 at Fort Drum, New York. More than 2,500 Soldiers are participating in the training event, which enables brigade combat teams to achieve the trained platoon readiness necessary to deploy, fight, and win.

Pvt. Erica and Pfc. Jose Esqueda pose for pictures Sept. 15. The mother and sons initial entry into the Army was overlapped for basic combat training at Fort Jackson, S.C., and advanced individual training at the Ordnance School, allowing them to be supportive of each's journey. The pair also is scheduled to attend the Airborne School at Fort Benning, Ga. (photo by T. Anthony Bell)

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Tiffany Debrow addresses the audience, 342nd Recruiting Squadron out-going commander, during the 342RCS change command ceremony, Jun. 16, 2022, at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. The presiding officer was Col. Robert He bert, 369th Recruiting Group commander. Lt. Col. Alan Louie took command from Lt. Col. Debrow. The 342nd RCS covers a 1.2 million square-mile area of responsibility, which encompasses 18 Central Plains and Southeastern states, including the Caribbean. Its mission is to inspire, engage and recruit future Airmen to deliver airpower for America.

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Mildred A. Restrepo, retention NCO and Equal Opportunity Leader for 36th Combat Aviation Brigade, 36th Infantry Division, visits aviation battalions stationed at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Oct. 28, 2022. Restrepo successfully supported 16 Soldiers in their completion of the Equal Opportunity Leaders Course within their first month in theater. 36th CAB, mobilized as Task Force Mustang, provides full-spectrum Army aviation operations for the Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve mission to advise, assist, and enable partnered forces in the enduring defeat of ISIS.

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, weve asked Airmen of Hispanic heritage from across the wing to share their stories and why they serve:Tech. Sgt. Marleny Barboza is a first generation Mexican-American from Pacoima, California but her parents are from the Mexican state of Durango. She is admin by trade, but serves the 39th Communication Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of the Commander Support Staff. A typical day in the office for her is answering emails, setting up meetings for their commander and just overseeing that we take care of the folks in our unit with any personnel issues they may have. It really does keep me on my toes since no day is the same, Barboza stated.When asked why she serves, Barboza said, I joined to be a good example for my younger sister, my nieces, my nephews and for the little Latina girls that run around knowing they can do things just as well if not better than the boys.

220607-N-IV962-1013SAN DIEGO (June 7, 2022) - Lt. Cmdr. Courtney Brayman, the navigator onboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), leads Sailors during a seamanship and navigation training on Naval Base San Diego, June 7. Navigation, Seamanship and Ship-handling Trainer was created to conduct hands-on seamanship and navigation training as part of the revamped Surface Warfare Officer Training Pipeline. Makin Island is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship homeported in San Diego.

Airmen assigned to the 4th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron Mental Health Clinic pose for a picture at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, May 19, 2022. Mental health Airmen focus on the social, spiritual, mental and physical aspects of the comprehensive fitness pillars to help Airmen get back to completing the mission.

Air Traffic Controller 1st Class Brittany McClain, from Chicago, assigned to Naval Air Technical Training Center (NATTC), poses for an environmental portrait in one of NATTCs carrier air traffic control center classrooms onboard Pensacola, Florida, March 23, 2023. Naval Education and Training Command's mission is to recruit, train and deliver those who serve our nation, taking them from street-to-fleet by forging civilians into highly skilled, operational and combat ready warfighters.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jamie A. Ward, a radio operator with Logistics Combat Element, Marine Rotational Force-Darwin (MRF-D) 22, sets up communication capabilities during Exercise Crocodile Response 22 in Nhulunbuy, NT, Australia, May 17, 2022. Exercise Crocodile Response trains MRF-D, the Australian Defence Force and Indonesian forces to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief in the Indo-Pacific region.

Lt. Col Moore Urrutia acknowledges the audience at the Band of the Golden West's President's Day concert at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.

220816-N-IX644-1022 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 16, 2022) Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 1st Class Natasha James, from St. Louis, Missouri, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H. W. Bush (CVN 77) waits in line for cruisebook portraits, Aug. 16, 2022. George H.W. Bush provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable warfighting capability as the flagship of a carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Marine Sgt. Hope Ramsey, a career planner with 1st Radio Battalion, I Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, breaks down her M16A4 service rifle for inspection before conducting her annual rifle qualification at Range 116A on Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, May 11, 2022. Camp Pendletons Marksmanship Training Division trains 22,000 Marines and sailors each year across the installation to effectively engage targets with both rifles and pistols. The ARQ is a timed course of fire, ranging from 500 yards down to 15 yards. Ramsey is a native of Milton, Wisconsin.

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Senior Master Sgt. Perla Tapia, 944th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron First Sergeant, dawns a Mexican flag over her shoulder Oct. 16, 2022 at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz. Tapia was born in Mexico and was undocumented. In search of a better life, she enlisted into the Air Force Reserve and became a naturalized citizen in 2011. National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed every year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 to commemorate the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the United States of Americas history and culture.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Debrah Viray, 18th Comptroller Squadron financial operations supervisor from San Francisco, California was selected as the 18th Wings Supervisor of the Month at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Supervisor of the Month program is an opportunity for outstanding non-commissioned officers to be recognized by KAB leadership as well as showcase these leaders to their peers.

Chief Master Sgt. Candace Ramey, 139th Medical Group Homeland Response Force (HRF), records data during a trauma training exercise at Camp Clark, Nevada, Missouri, June 8, 2022. The HRF established a footprint to simulate a deployed environment and practiced various medical procedures.

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devondra Randall, 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron equipment accountability element craftsman, speaks at the Kaiserslautern Military Community Womens Empowerment Summit at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Aug. 26, 2022. Randall shared her struggles, and how she used negativity to empower success.

Tech Sgt. Brandon Rodriguez is the first transgender military training instructor in Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Rodriguez and his fellow MTIs transform civilians into ready, lethal Airmen in just seven and a half weeks.

U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Mardia Timoney, 6th Marine Corps District musician technical assistant gives her remarks during the Music for All Summer Symposium 2022 at Ball State University in Muncie, Ind., June 25, 2022. National Partnerships help to engage key influencers and increase awareness of the Marine Corps opportunities. Each partnership is developed with the intention of connecting Marines with organizations in order to build relationships and understanding of the Marine Corps.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Breauna Sierra, 49th Logistics Readiness Squadron command support representative, poses for a portrait on Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, Jan. 5, 2023. Sierra is one of the Airmen within the 49th LRS that provides comprehensive logistics, sustaining the 49th Wing and 18 associate units.

Chief Master Sgt. Mary E. Dearman, right, 477th Fighter Group senior enlisted leader, listens as Chief Master Sgt. Karie A. Contreras, 482nd Fighter Wing senior enlisted leader, discusses unit reform during the Annual Commanders and Command Chiefs management and leadership review event held in Fort Worth, Texas, June 20-23. The three-day session focused on disseminating information from 10th Air Force senior leaders to commanders and chief master sergeants on various topics to include budgeting, recruitment challenges and force restructure.

Sgt Rachel Jones, a horn player with the Maryland Army National Guard's 229th Army Band, poses for picture at Maryland State House in Annapolis, Maryland, June 10, 2022. The 229th Army Band performs for military and civilian functions throughout the year which includes military reviews, ceremonies, and troop support functions.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bryan Ponce-Cisneros, 18th Comptroller Squadron milpay technician from Burbank, California was selected as the 18th Wings Airman of the Week at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Airman of the Week program is an opportunity for outstanding Airmen to be recognized by KAB leadership as well as showcase these young leaders to their peers.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass coins SSgt. Sydney Vandis, Dental Technician for the 110th MDG, during an all call at the Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Michigan, Feb. 4, 2024. Vandis was awarded Outstanding NCO of the Year for her role in spear-heading the first annual IMR Rodeo for the wing. Her efforts resulted in the processing of more than 600 patients and an increase of more than 30% IMR rates. Air National Guard

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kayla White, public affairs specialist assigned to the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Public Affairs office, poses for a portrait on April 7, 2022, at JBAB, Washington, D.C. White wrote a commentary about her experience with sexual assault during her initial training at Fort Meade, Md.

Cmdr. Joan Snaith addresses an assembly of family, friends, colleagues and fellow Coast Guardsmen at a Change of Command and advancement ceremony held Thursday, June 30, at Air Station Port Angeles, WA. Snaith was relieved by Cmdr. Brent Schmadeke during the ceremony prior to her being advanced the the rank of Captain. Snaith served as Commanding Officer at the Air Station from 2019 to 2022.

Senior Airman Jennifer Rodriguez, a Personnelist with the 149th Medical Group is taking part in a Combatives course designed to teach basic self defense skills during the Tropic Care Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) 2022 on the island of Kauai. This is just one of many additional trainings IRT service members can participate in to bolster their skills outside of their usual speciality along with building joint service cohesion.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Vanessa Clark, offgoing commanding officer, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, poses for a portrait at the conclusion of a change of command ceremony, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Dec. 8, 2022. Clark relinquished command of VMM-268 to Lt. Col. Brandon Pope.

Paratroopers across the 82nd Airborne Division finish the 12 mile road march, complete a weapons test, and recieve their E3B on Fort Bragg, NC, April 7, 2023. 371 Paratroopers and Soldiers across multiple units and locations successfully completed E3B.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Rebecca Blydenburgh, a F-16 Fighting Falcon crew chief with the 169th Fighter Wing, waits for launch during exercise Sentry Savannah May 6, 2022, on the flightline at the Air Dominance Center in Savannah Georgia. Exercises like Sentry Savannah held at the Air Dominance Center not only train and test the counter air capabilities of the next generation of fighter pilots, but they also provide critical experience and training to 10 different units of maintenance Airmen in the rapid employment and recovery of aircraft.

Delivering a baby at 3 a.m. in a parking lot was never an experience U.S. Navy Petty Officer Third Class Danielle Murphy thought she would encounter while assigned as an Aviation Hospital Corpsman. On June 3, 2022, while standing administrative duty at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, Murphy assisted in delivering a baby girl.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Avery Litton, a public affairs specialist with the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, photographs a C-130H Hercules aircraft during drill weekend at the 182nd Airlift Wing in Peoria, Illinois, on Aug. 14, 2022. The 182nd maintains and operates C-130H Hercules aircraft capable of airlifting and airdropping amounts of personnel and equipment.

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lyndanesha Martin, 145th Security Forces Squadron, proudly displays her Phoenix Raven accoutrements at the North Carolina Air National Guard base, Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, Aug. 28, 2022. Staff Sgt. Martin is the first female from the North Carolina Air National Guard to be inducted into the small but mighty Phoenix Raven Program which centers on training a limited number of security forces personnel to provide security for Air Mobility Command aircraft in high-threat areas.

Army Cpl. XaViera Masline is promoted to the rank of sergeant during a ceremony at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., Jan. 13, 2023. Sgt. Maslines fellow noncommissioned officers from the Army Multimedia and Visual Information Division were present to congratulate her.

051117-A-9419D-053. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Lansing State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Ret. U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Christina Grantham, now the director of the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS) at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, poses for a photo in front of her retirement shadow box at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, March 9, 2023. As the director of the NMCRS, Grantham provides support to individuals facing adversity through a variety of means, including quick-assist loans, the visiting nurses program, thrift shops, education assistance, and personal finance classes.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 5, 2022) - U.S. service members were recognized as Navy League Fort Lauderdales Sea Services Enlisted Person of the Year at an awards reception during Fleet Week Port Everglades festivities, May 5, 2022. Fleet Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they have made in their Navy and increase the awareness of the Navys role and purpose in our national defense.

220916-N-TY704-1130 SAN DIEGO (Sept. 16, 2022) Personnel Specialist 2nd Class Shanawled Scott, a native of Decatur, Ga., poses for a photo with Cece, a miniature therapy horse from Cornerstone Equine Therapy Center, during a Mental Health Wellness Fair hosted by Sailors attached to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) onboard Naval Air Station North Island, Sept. 16. Vinson is currently pierside in its homeport of San Diego.

240220-N-KC192-1007 PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Feb. 20, 2024) Lt. j.g Sarah Stalsworth, a native of Lawrenceville, Georgia, and force medical readiness officer assigned to Naval Medical Forces Atlantic (NMFL), poses for an "I Love Navy Medicine" social media campaign on board Naval Support Activity (NSA) Hampton Roads - Portsmouth Annex, Feb. 20, 2024. NMFL, headquartered in Portsmouth, Virginia, delivers operationally focused medical expertise and capabilities to meet Fleet, Marine and Joint Force requirements by providing equipment, sustainment and maintenance of medical forces during combat operations and public health crises. Navy

1st Lt. Tina Kanatus, 154th Support Squadron, takes accountability for her squadron Sept. 10, 2022, as the full moon settles from behind at Joint Base Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The full moon in September is traditionally called the harvest moon because it occurs close to the fall equinox.

Congratulations Airman 1st Class Brooklyn Golightly on being Airlifter of the Week!As a Public Affairs apprentice, Golightly created 16 public multimedia products used by the Department of Defense, and supported the Chief of staff of the Air Force Diversity and Inclusion action order with a Womens History Month video series, resulting in a coining by U.S. Forces Japan Senior Enlisted Leader.Keep up the hard work, and congratulations again, Airman 1st Class Golightly!

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U.S. Marines Corps Lance Cpl. Rebecca Rameriz, a maintenance management specialist with 1st Landing Support Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 1, 1st Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo with a falcon during cultural day at a Logistics Support Area established in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Aug. 16, 2022. Native Fury 22 is a biennial exercise focused on the demonstration of the rapid offload and integration of a Maritime Prepositioned Force in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of regional security, crisis response, and contingency operations.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Janeen L. Birckhead, commander of the Maryland Army National Guard, speaks with morning news anchor Shelley Orman at the FOX 45 television studio in Baltimore, Md., Sept. 11, 2022. The interview focused on Birckheads thoughts from September 11, 2001, and how the terrorist attacks 21 years ago impacted the Maryland National Guard.

031118-F-6701P-004. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

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