Military Readiness and Firefighting

Images showcasing military personnel engaged in vigilance and fire drill exercises. Features tactical gear, equipment, and dynamic action in various settings.

A special operations soldier wearing night vision device, aiming short barrel assault rifle in darkness.

Close up shot of US Air Force AIRMAN Keith Lee, 51st Supply Squadron, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, on diligent look out with binoculars for suspicious activity while US Air Force SENIOR AIRMAN Anthony Ferrera, 51st Security Forces Squadron, mans an M-60 machine gun in a defensive fighting position during Osan's Operational Readiness Inspection (ORI). Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

Crewmembers onboard the Navy's Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS ROSS (DDG 71), simulate fighting fire in a recent fire drill. ROSS is in the Adriatic Sea in support of the NATO lead operation in Kosovo, NATO Operation Allied Force. Subject Operation/Series: ALLIED FORCE Country: Adriatic Sea

220521-N-XR893-2130 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (May 21, 2022) Boatswain's Mate Seaman Jonathan Cedeno, from New York, fights a simulated fire with a fire hose, during a general quarters drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), May 21, 2022. Bainbridge is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and Partner interests.

SWAT officers wearing breathing masks after a detonation of explosives, operational exercise of a new SWAT team police command, North Rhine-Westphalia...

A student at Naval Fire Fighting School San Diego adjusts the face mask of his A-4 oxygen breathing apparatus (OBA) before entering a simulated fire fighting exercise inside a training blockhouse. Base: Naval Air Station, San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines prepare to board a CH-53E Super Stallion during Stand-in Force Exercise on Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 6, 2022. SiF-EX is a Division-level exercise involving all elements of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force focused on strengthening multi-domain awareness, maneuver, and fires across a distributed maritime environment. This exercise serves as a rehearsal for rapidly projecting combat power in defense of allies and partners in the region.

DEU, Germany, Essen : Police sniper, SWAT Team, at training. |, Europe

A Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Fire and Rescue member clears the smoke from a live fire at the "Burn Building". The fire fighters at Dover AFB train hard to uphold the title "Best in AMC.". A Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, Fire and Rescue member clears the smoke from a live fire at the "Burn Building". The fire fighters at Dover AFB train hard to uphold the title "Best in AMC."

A special operations soldier wearing night vision device, aiming short barrel assault rifle in darkness.

060131-A-6365W-104. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Fob Loyalty State: Baghdad Country: Iraq (IRQ) Scene Major Command Shown: 101ST

DF-ST-87-11118. Subject Operation/Series: SALTY DEMO Base: Spangdahlem Air Base Country: West Germany (FRG)

UNIFORME DE COMBATE DE LOS PILOTOS NORTEAMERICANOS, utilizado durante la Guerra de Vietnam (1965-1973). Museo del Vuelo. Seattle. Estado de Washington. Estados Unidos.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Sept 21, 2013) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Esteban Solis leads a firefighting team during a general quarters drill aboard the guided missile frigate USS Rentz (FFG 46).

View of a US Marine Turret Gunner During a Convoy into the City of Haditha, Iraq

Damage Controlman 3rd Class Colin Burns searches for a simulated medical casualty during a general quarters drill on the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) while the ship is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group, Nov. 23, 2022. The first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is on its inaugural deployment conducting training and operations alongside NATO Allies and partners to enhance integration for future operations and demonstrate the U.S. Navys commitment to a peaceful, stable and conflict-free Atlantic region.

U.S. Marine Corps chemical, biological, radioactive, and nuclear defense specialists with command element, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, brief the mission plan in preparation to enter a simulated contamination site during a chemical response exercise at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan Jan. 17, 2024. CREEX tests CBRNs capabilities to respond to different operations, including clandestine labs, containing chemical munitions, and countering weapons of mass destruction while performing reconnaissance, decontamination, and rapid insertion for casualties. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premier crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region.

PHILIPPINE SEA (Nov. 01, 2022) Sailors aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) participate in combating a mock fire during a general quarters drill while operating in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 01. Milius is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navys largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleets principal surface force.

A U.S. Airmen with the 1st Special Operations Wing catches the shells that expel from the 30 mm GAU/A autocannon for live-fire training missions with the AC-130J Ghostrider during Balikatan 22 at Crow Valley Gunnery Range, Philippines, April 7th, 2022. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. Balikatan, Tagalog for shoulder-to-shoulder, is a long-standing bilateral exercise between the Philippines and the United States highlighting the deep-rooted partnership between both countries. Balikatan 22 is the 37th iteration of the exercise and coincides with the 75th anniversary of the U.S.-Philippine security cooperation.

220616-N-FD648-1099 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 16, 2022) Sailors fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Farragut (DDG 99), June 16, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and war fighting capability before a future deployment. The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat Americas adversaries in support of national security.

A member of Team Misawa drinks water at a checkpoint during a Norwegian Foot March at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2022. Participants must complete the 18.6-mile foot march while carrying a 25-pound rucksack in no more than 4.5 hours in order to earn the Norwegian Foot March pin.

A crewman wearing protective clothing assists in the reconfiguration of a C-141 Starlifter aircraft to serve as a medevac plane during a chemical warfare exercise. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU)

050331-A-3240S-021. Base: Mamadia Country: Iraq (IRQ)

US Navy Damage Controlman MASTER CHIEF John Hoopaugh trains US Navy Damage Controlman Second Class John Parks in a berthing compartment during a general quarters drill on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) during the aircraft carrier's last day on station in the Persian Gulf during Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

111220-N-KQ416-204 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 20, 2011) Sailors fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is deployed to the U.S. Pacific Fleet area of responsibility to promote maritime security, regional cooperation and stability.

Recruits participate in Battle Stations inside USS Trayer (BST 21) at Recruit Training Command (RTC). Trayer, more commonly referred to as "Battle Stations," is the crucible event that recruits must pass prior to graduation, testing their knowledge and skills in basic seamanship, damage control, firefighting and emergency response procedures. Boot camp is approximately 10 weeks and all enlistees into the U.S. Navy begin their careers at the command. Training includes five warfighting competencies of firefighting, damage control, seamanship, watchstanding, and small arms handling and marksmanship along with physical fitness and lessons in Navy heritage and core values, Warrior Toughness, Life Skills, teamwork and discipline. More than 40,000 recruits train annually at the Navys only boot camp.

U.S. Air Force Firefighters assigned to the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron (CES), prepare to enter a building during a fire response training scenario at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 14, 2022. During the training the 51st CES firefighters were evaluated by the Wing Inspection Team, who assessed their ability to rescue personnel during a simulated fire.

A U.S. Marines spouse, with Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF), conducts decontamination operations under the guidance and supervision of Bravo Company at Annex Stump Neck, Md., Oct. 28, 2022. CBIRF hosted a Spouse Appreciation Day to build camaraderie within its family core and give spouses a personal opportunity to be involved with CBIRFs unique capabilities.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Alyssa Kane, 3rd Airlift Squadron loadmaster, adjusts her night vision goggles during a local evening training sortie over Delaware, Feb. 26, 2024. The 3rd AS conducted local training in preparation to support worldwide airlift capabilities to include clandestine delivery, extraction and airdrop of special operations forces and equipment. Air Force

ARABIAN GULF (Oct. 10, 2016) Petty Officer 1st Class Jonathan Butler, from Norfolk, Va., verifies the torque on a pitch actuator on an E2-C Hawkeye assigned to the Screwtops of Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 123 in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) (Ike). As an aviation machinist's mate aboard Ike, Butler is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting aircraft components. Ike and its Carrier Strike Group are deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations.

A U.S. Air Force 509th Bomb Wing Security Forces member checks equipment during a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, Sept. 14, 2022. Airmen participate in a CBRN and other training exercises to deter and win against adversaries.

Members of the 6th Security Forces Squadron emergency service team demonstrate a high and low tactical maneuver during training, Feb. 13, 2014, at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. The EST functions are similar to civilian police departments Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT).

U.S. Marines in action on a smoke filled battlefield.

U.S. Army Pfc. Alexander Flitcher attached to 2nd Cavalry Regiment (2CR), 2nd squadron, pulls security for his platoon in a tower during a Simulated Training Exercise (STX) held by 2CR at Vilseck, Germany Feb. 7, 2024. During the STX soldiers engage in platoon-level training within field and urban environments, enhancing their combat readiness and team cohesion. Army Reserve

Members of the 117th Air Refueling Wing participate in CBRNE annual training at Sumpter Smith Joint Air National Guard base, April 10, 2022. CBRNE training is designed prepare military members and first responders to effectively respond to a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive (CBRNE) or mass casualty incident.

A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), listens to his headset during a sparrowhawk rehearsal aboard USS Green Bay (LPD 20) in the Philippine Sea, Jan. 28, 2022. The 31st MEU is operating aboard the ships of the America 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. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Danny Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Francisco Lopez, from Phoenix, Arizona a KC-130J Hercules crew chief assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1), participates in an aerial delivery exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 7, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

SWAT Team on a shooting range, NRW, Germany

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Edmond Hook, with the 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight looks down into the boom pod of a KC-10 Extender Aircraft, during a simulated emergency response exercise, Dec. 9, 2022, at Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Firefighters and first responders assigned to the 378th ECES routinely conduct training exercises to ensure emergency response times and overall mission readiness.

A soldier of the 82nd Airborne Division Paratroopers fires his weapon toward enemy soldiers during Joint Forcible Entry Exercise (JFEX), at Ft. Bragge, N.C., Sept. 14, 2010. JFEX is a training event held six times a year in order to enhance cohesiveness between the Air Force and Army by executing large-scale heavy equipment and troop movements for real world contingencies.

Twenty Minnesota National Guard, four Croatian, and three Canadian Soldiers are competing in Minnesotas Best Warrior Competition March 29 - April 1, 2023, at Camp Ripley, near Little Falls, Minnesota. The annual competition tests the military skills, physical strength and endurance of the top Soldiers and noncommissioned officers nominated by units across the state. This year two of Minnesotas longstanding partner nations, Croatia and Canada, have sent competitors to participate. Minnesotas winners will move on to compete against the best Soldiers and noncommissioned officers from multiple states at the Region IV Best Warrior Competition hosted by the Ohio National Guard in May.

Sailors from USS REUBEN JAMES (FFG 57) prepare to fight a simulated fire aboard their ship during a general quarters drill off the northwest coast of South America while en route to Exercise TEAMWORK SOUTH '99. Reuben James will be conducting bilateral operations with the Chilean navy. Subject Operation/Series: TEAMWORK SOUTH '99 Base: USS Reuben James (FFG 57)

010124-F-6701P-016. Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brendan Gagnon from Dayton, Ohio, a KC-130J Hercules crew chief assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, participates in an aerial delivery exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 7, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

110126-N-6903G-224SAN DIEGO (Jan. 26, 2011) A Sailor battles a main space fire during shipboard integrated team training at the Center for Naval Engineering Learning Site at Naval Base San Diego. The center teaches vital firefighting skills to more than 800 students per month throughout the military services.

A Marine uses a video camera to film loading operations aboard the aviation logistic ship USNS WRIGHT (T-AVB 3) during exercise OCEAN VENTURE '88. Subject Operation/Series: OCEAN VENTURE '88 Base: Nas, Roosevelt Roads State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Four members of a Navy mobile construction battalion watch another Seabee working inside a concrete form while installing a new water system at Mataguay Boy Scout Reservation. The water system is part of an extensive overhaul of the camp by various units of the Reserve Naval Construction Force. Base: Santa Ysabel State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marines from across 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing carry an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile to an F-35B Lightning II for mounting while training as part of the All Type Model Series Armament Team (ATAT) on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Nov. 8, 2022. The purpose of ATAT is to cross train each team member to be qualified to load and fuel one anothers respective aircraft, which provides commanders with increased flexibility and lethality.

A riot police officer from ESMAD rests with a cloud of tear gas behind result of the clashes in Bogota, Colombia clashes happened soon after demonstrators tried to enter the shopping mall 'Nuestro Bogota' on April 30, 2021.

050109-F-0125H-028. Base: Scott Air Force Base State: Illinois (IL) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DF-ST-90-00453. Base: Davis-Monthan Air Force Base State: Arizona (AZ) Country: United States Of America (USA)

SWAT team fighter aiming handgun from behind a ballistic shield.

Recruits are instructed in firefighting procedures during basic training at the Naval Training Center. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Marines with Special-Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force Crisis Response-Africa, form a shield wall at the National Gendarmerie Training Center in St. Astier, France, June 19, 2015. The Marines trained to operate through dense smoke and riot-control gas while maintaining tightly organized formations.

Police officers SWAT wearing black uniform in the smoke with laser sights.

Firefighters extinguishing a fire, seen from behind

Spec ops soldier in face mask during rope exercises with weapons

Firefighter wearing protective clothing and breathing masks while on duty

221209-N-LM220-1268 PACIFIC OCEAN (Dec. 9, 2022) Sailors set up an aircraft emergency barricade during a barricade drill on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Christian Sanghauser, a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense specialist with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 1, 1st Marine Air Wing, awaits instructions for a simulated decontamination booth during exercise Toxic Bayou, Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 17, 2022. The Marines conducted Toxic Bayou to refine their skills in Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction operations across unique and challenging environments. 3rd Marine Logistics Group, based out of Okinawa, Japan, is a forward deployed combat unit that serves as III MEFs comprehensive logistics and combat service support backbone for operations throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.

U.S. Army engineers assigned to 911th Technical Rescue Engineer Company (TREC) train at a modular urban training site at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Quantico, Virginia, April 28, 2022. The purpose of the training is to validate platoons on supporting collective rescue tasks, enhance mission readiness postures and prepare the 911th TREC for mission essential task validation during Exercise Capital Shield 2022.

A U.S. Marine chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear specialist with Combat Logistics Regiment 27, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, outlines a contaminated area on a tactical vehicle during a decontamination training event during Potomac Restore, a regimental exercise, at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, May 7, 2022. This portion of Potomac Restore was utilized to enhance Marines and Sailors experience in recognizing and defending against simulated CBRN attacks.

220726-N-LM220-1147 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 26, 2022) Sailors fight a simulated fire in the Chiefs Mess while conducting a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) during 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

DN-ST-90-03748. Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 20, 2019) Sailors discharge a fire hose during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman is underway conducting an independent steaming exercise to increase crew proficiency and maintain operational readiness.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Matthew Wilds, a motor vehicle operator with Combat Logistics Battalion 6, Combat Logistics Regiment 2, 2nd Marine Logistics Group, operates a medium tactical vehicle replacement MK36 wrecker while under heavy smoke during a simulated vehicle recovery at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 21, 2022. II Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF), in coordination with 2nd MLG, hosted a media day for members of Norwegian media to observe and report on capabilities and training of the MEF.

220613-N-DW158-1031 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 13, 2022) A Sailor climbs through a hatch during a general quarters drill aboard the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). 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.

DF-ST-89-05676. Subject Operation/Series: CORONET STROKE 88 Base: Moody Air Force Base State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

DN-SC-87-11247. Base: Philadelphia State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

230318-N-NQ285-1146BALTIC SEA (March 18, 2023) Damage Controlman 3rd Class Jason Reyes, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78), fights a simulated fire during a general quarters training evolution, March 18, 2023. Porter is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by the U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alysia Blake, 1st Combat Camera Squadron combat camera craftsman, takes pictures of a simulated IED strike during Exercise Green Goblin at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Dec. 7, 2022. This four-day exercise provides relevant and essential night-vision training to prepare combat camera Airmen with enhanced photographic and video capabilities required to capture imagery in low-light and no-light environments.

240207-N-EJ843-1110 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2024) - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) participate in a fire fighting drill, Feb. 7, 2024. Delbert D. Black is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by the U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied, and partner interests. Navy

special forces soldiers team in urban environment making tactical assault action

Special Tactics Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing load a patient into an HH-60 hulk trainer during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen train to further their proficiency so that they remain fully capable to respond to any crisis or contingency across the region.

Participants at the Combat Readiness Training Center, evacuate the compound during a simulated base overrun attack. Top Dollar is an annual competition for Finance personnel They compete as teams, that must learn to operate in a simulated hostile environment and participate in self-aid buddy care, chemical warfare, hostile forces attacks, obstacle course and firing range exercises. Subject Operation/Series: TOP DOLLAR '96 Base: Alpena State: Michigan (MI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

EAST CHINA SEA (Aug. 3, 2022) Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault carrier USS America (LHA 6), engage a simulated aircraft fire during aviation damage control training evolutions in the ships hangar bay while sailing in the East China Sea, Aug. 3. America, lead ship of the America Amphibious Ready Group, is operating 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.

A soldier in basic training does push-ups during the physical training formation.

Spec ops soldiers in face mask during rope exercises with weapons.

Virginia National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team prepare for possible winter storm response operations Jan. 3, 2018, in Norfolk, Virginia. Approximately 100 Soldiers are staged and ready at key locations in the Hampton Roads area as part of the state's multi-agency response.

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Fighter pilot maneuvers their jet under a KC-135 Stratotanker on a refuel mission during a multi-day readiness exercise, at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oct. 12-17, 2022. The exercise focused on demonstrating the Department of the Air Forces priority of Agile Combat Employment (ACE), which uses multi-capable Airmen to facilitate a proactive and reactive operational scheme of maneuver to increase resiliency and survivability while generating combat power.

male hand holds steel sharp knife, low key, close up

011220-F-3354H-012. Base: Middletown State: Pennsylvania (PA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: Air National Guard

DA-ST-87-13047. Subject Operation/Series: TEAM SPIRIT '87 Base: Camp Humphreys State: Gyeonggi-Do Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

A fire team prepares to fight a Class Alpha fire during a general quarters drill on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75) ON the aircraft carrier's last day on station in the Persian Gulf during Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

221025-N-HE057-1102 PORTSMOUTH, Va. (Oct. 25, 2022) Sailors conduct a firefighting drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Ike is currently pierside at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in the basic phase of the optimized fleet response plan (OFRP).

Burglar, burglary

A bersaglieri sergeant equipment in a bunker

SWAT Team Officer Rappelling from Building

Indiana National Guard snipers with 1st Battalion 151st Infantry Regiment camouflauge themselves inside a building as a part of their concealment training at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, near Butlersville, Indiana, Aug. 2, 2022.

Airmen of the 139th Security Forces Squadron stand guard while participating in the Large Scale Readiness Exercise at Rosecrans Air National Guard Base, St. Joseph, Missouri, on June 2, 2022. This exercise tests the wings ability to deploy into a contested and degraded environment.

031202-A-6634T-005. Base: Fort Gordon State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Joshua Fry, a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System operator with 3d Battalion, 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division prepares to conduct the combined arms live-fire exercise during Balikatan 22 at Colonel Ernesto Ravina Air Base, Tarlac, Philippines, March 31, 2022. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades shared experiences. Balikatan, Tagalog for shoulder-to-shoulder, is a long-standing bilateral exercise between the Philippines and the United States highlighting the deep-rooted partnership between both countries. BK22 is the 37th iteration of the exercise and coincides with the 75th anniversary of U.S.-Philippine security cooperation. Fry is a native of Las Cruces, Texas.

US Navy Electronics Technician Second Class Jon Wende plots information received from US Navy Electronics Technician Third Class Ryan Niccolini phone talker, on a damage control plotting board during a general quarters drill on board USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75). Truman is on station in the Persian Gulf in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75)

U.S. Marines with Chemical Biological Incident Response Force (CBIRF) cut through a cement wall at Naval Base Stump Neck Annex, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. Lt. Gen. Gregg P. Olson, Director of the Marine Corps, toured the facility, and spoke to CBIRF Marines and Sailors, while receiving multiple demonstrations of the response forces capabilities in case of a crisis.

police reporting the closure of the city

Crew members from U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bear (WMEC 901) conduct a walk down of the flight deck to ensure there is no debris that would endanger personnel safety during deck landing qualification exercises, Atlantic Ocean, July 14, 2022. Deck landing qualifications allow for both the boat and air crews to successfully train personnel in landing a helicopter on board a vessel.

A corpsman checks on a wounded soldier who has just arrived by helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS GUAM (LPH 9) during Operation URGENT FURY. Subject Operation/Series: URGENT FURY Country: Grenada (GRD)

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