Military Training and Resilience

Scenes from military events focusing on mental health, inclusivity, and community engagement, featuring discussions, workshops, and group activities.

RIO DE JANEIRO (Sept. 12, 2022) A local Brazilian girl talks with a U.S. Marine from 4th Civil Affairs Group, during a community relations event during UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 12, 2022. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Belize, Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and the United States conducting operations in and off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The exercise trains forces to conduct joint maritime operations through the execution of anti-surface, anti-submarine, anti-air, amphibious and electronic warfare operations that enhance warfighting proficiency and increase interoperability among participating naval and marine forces.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen Laura McHugh, Deputy Adjutant General-Army of the Pennsylvania National Guard, speaks at the 213th Regional Support Group leadership conference held at the Keystone Conference Center at Fort Indiantown Gap, Jan 6. 2024

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. laughs with his wife, Sharene Brown at the 75th Anniversary Air Force Ball hosted at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., September 9, 2022. The Air Force Ball is an annual event held at Air Force bases around the globe, enabling service members and their guests to come together to celebrate.

Retired Army Sergeant Major Walter Bruce conducted the roll call for veterans and active military personnel at the 15th Annual Veterans Roll Call at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. on November 7, 2017.

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Charity Adeoti, spouse of a 319th Reconnaissance Wing member, sings a song June 24, 2022, to kick off the Juneteenth block party at the Prairie Rose Chapel on Grand Forks Air Force Base, North Dakota. Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Christen Huey interviews former NBA basketball player Adonal Foyle at the California Air National Guards 129th Rescue Wing, Feb. 3, 2024, during the Golden State Warriors Hoops for Troops chalk talk event at Moffett Air National Guard Base near Mountain View, California. Foyle spoke about his journey to the NBA, the importance of Black History Month, and challenges he faced as a professional athlete. He also spoke about resiliency and pushing through the mental and physical aspects of an injury to regain mobility and confidence. Hoops for Troops is a year-round initiative by the NBA to honor Americas service members, veterans and military families. Air National Guard

041015-F-6744C-032. Base: Bolling Air Force Base State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Col. Timothy Curry, 319th Reconnaissance Wing commander, speaks during the 319th RWs celebration of the Air Forces 75th birthday at the Ralph Englestad Arena in Grand Forks, North Dakota, Sept. 16, 2022. The theme for the ball called airmen to Innovate, Accelerate and Thrive, to celebrate what the Air Force was able to accomplish over the past 75 years of service and to look forward to a bright future.

An Air Force Band member sings the national anthem during the opening of the 2022 Air, Space and Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Md., Sept. 19, 2022.

Dr. Stacey Dixon, the Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence and a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy's Board of Visitors, touring both the Coast Guard Academy and Coast Guard Cutter Eagle, New London, Connecticut, Apr. 9. Dixon came to New London to address the entire Academy community on Eclipse Weekend, the Academy's flagship diversity and inclusion event.

031029-A-6634T-001. Base: Fort Gordon State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

More than 700 Airmen assigned to Flights 91-106, graduated from U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, January 10-11, 2024. Brig. Gen.Akshai M. Gandhi, Chief of Staff, South Carolina Air National Guard, reviewed the ceremony.

Fairbanks Veterans stand in silence while the Lathrop Highschool Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) Honor Guard perform a prisoner of war and missing-in-action presentation during a POW/MIA recognition ceremony at the Veterans Stand Down at the Pioneer Park Civic Center in Fairbanks, Alaska. The VA Stand Down allows Veterans to receive medical care, information on local community services, food, and winter gear. The event brings the Veterans and the Community together to give back to Veterans while enjoying music, raffles, meals, camaraderie, and services. (U.S. Air National Guard photos by Senior Master Sgt. Julie Avey)

221006-N-VX158-1150 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 6, 2022) From the left, Lt. Jarred Reid-Dixon, Public Affairs Officer for San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW), Justin J.D. Dillard, director of the film "Devotion," and Bruce Dillard, a native of Philadelphia, Penn., answer service member questions after a private screening of Dillards new film. SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas Sea services. During Fleet Week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Recognition Ceremony, Apr. 28, 2022, Magnolia Halle, San Antonio, Texas. This event was held to honor all promotees to the rank of Chief Master Sgt.

Lt. Erin Cochran, 341st Wing Staff Agencies protocol officer, gives the opening remarks during the Air Force 75th Anniversary Ball Sept. 24, 2022, in Great Falls, Mont. The ball is a celebration of Air Force Birthday as well as an opportunity to experience some of the services time-honored traditions. In addition, the ball provides an opportunity for Airmen to reflect and commemorate those who served before.

221009-M-BQ292-1046 (Oct. 9, 2022) Service members gather for the church service Bless the Fleet as part of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW). SFFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience Americas sea services. During fleet week, service members participate in various community service effects, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (May 11, 2022) Cmdr. Letwa Goodwin, left and Capt. Dave Guluzian, commander of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, sit in the ward room during a ship tour of the Whidbey Island-class dock landing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), May 11, 2022. Gunston Hall, part of the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, is on a scheduled deployment under the command and control of Task Force 61/2 while operating in U.S. Sixth Fleet in support of U.S., Allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

Chief Master Sgt. Shae Gee, 6th Air Refueling Wing command chief, provides closing remarks during a prisoner-of-war/missing in action 24-hour run at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Sept 16, 2022. POW/MIA is an organization dedicated to obtaining the release of all prisoners-of-war and accounting for all recoverable remains of those who died serving the U.S. military.

WASHINGTON (Sept. 7, 2022) Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti addresses attendees at the 2022 Senior Enlisted Leadership Mess Symposium, Sept. 7, 2022. The Leadership Mess is composed of command master chiefs (CMC) serving numbered fleets, operational forces, and various flag officer details. The annual symposium is an opportunity for senior enlisted leaders to see, solve, and share best practices while exchanging ideas and feedback to leadership in an effort to improve the Navy.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 7, 2022) Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Chaleace Murphy delivers a speech to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Z-Gram 116 instruction aboard Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Aug. 7, 2022. Essex is underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

Maj. Alea Nadeem, policy advisor on the National Security Council at the White House, speaks to Reserve Citizen Airmen on resiliency and service during the Air Force Reserve Command Enlisted Symposium, July 12, 2022, in Washington D.C. The symposium was created to provide Reserve Citizen Airmen with information from guest speakers and command leadership with the theme, "Building Tomorrow's Leaders Today: Compete, Deter, Win!"

220624-N-LN285-5180 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (June 24, 2022) -- Capt. Melvin Smith, commodore of Submarine Squadron 1, shakes hands with a member of the 786 Club at a dinner organized to recognize the hard work and dedication of the Sailors and families of the Pacific submarine force, June 24. The 786 Club is a civilian volunteer organization which supports the crew and family members of USS Illinois (SSN 786).

Yokosuka, Japan (Jul. 25, 2022) - Capt. Michael S. Carl became the 39th NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka commanding officer after relieving Capt. Edward D. Pidgeon during a change of command ceremony held on July 1 onboard Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka.

ROCHESTER, Minn. (May 1, 2022) Chief Musician Jennifer Stothoff, from Roanoke, Virginia, narrates during a concert by the United States Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus at Rochester Community and Technical College. The Sea Chanters performed in seven states during its 13-city, 2,000-mile tour, connecting communities across the nation to their Navy.

RIO DE JANEIRO (Sept. 8, 2022) U.S. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro speaks with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) Chiefs Mess aboard the ship during a visit as part of UNITAS LXIII Sept. 8, 2022. UNITAS is the worlds longest-running maritime exercise. Hosted this year by Brazil, it brings together multinational forces from Brazil, Cameroon, Chile, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Guyana, Jamaica, Mexico, Namibia, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and the United States conducting operations in and off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. The exercise trains forces to conduct joint maritime operations through the execution of anti-surface, anti-submarine, anti-air, amphibious and electronic warfare operations that enhance warfighting proficiency and increase interoperability among participating naval and marine forces.

220918-N-LY160-1184 PHILIPPINE SEA (Sept. 18, 2022) - Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 2nd Class Deion Johnson, from Temecula, California, hosts a talent show aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Sept. 18, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

A U.S. Army soldier assigned to the 142nd Area Support Medical Company, Connecticut Army National Guard, poses for a selfie with her family at the Connecticut Army National Guard Army Aviation Support Facility in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, Sept. 8, 2022. The 142nd ASMC previously spent the past nine months deployed to Poland providing medical care in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve.

220914-N-UB993-1068NORFOLK, Va. (Sept. 14, 2022) Evelyn Honea, Navy Ombudsman-at-Large, speaks with Edie Moorecones, Norfolk Fleet and Family Support Services director in an effort to assist the Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea improve the quality of life for Sailors and their families at Naval Station Norfolk, Sept. 14, 2022. MCPON Honea conducted his first fleet visit to answer questions and discuss his priorities of warfighting competency, professional and character development, and quality of life.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alexandria Peckyno, an intel weapons officer with the 33rd Operational Support Squadron, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, listens to questions from Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics students during the Air Force Research Laboratory Scholars Program Warrior Panel at the Doolittle Institute, Niceville, Florida, June 29, 2022. The AFRL Scholars Program selects undergraduate and graduate-level students to work as interns with U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force scientists and engineers developing cutting-edge military technology.

050204-F-8109E-003. Base: Hickam Air Force Base State: Hawaii (HI) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Twenty-one female veterans from across the commonwealth were honored for their service and deeds to the state during a Female Veterans Day ceremony at the State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg, Pa. March 31, 2022. The honorees in attendance stand side by side following the ceremony, joined by Brig. Gen. Laura McHugh (Top Right), Deputy Adjutant General - Army, as well as Retired Army Brig. Gen. Maureen Weigl (Third from Right, Top Row), Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans Affairs, both of whom took part in the ceremony by honoring those recognized for their service. The honorees represent all branches and components of the U.S. armed services.

The Dogface Brass Band section of 3rd Infantry Division Band and school personnel pose for a photo after a performance at Atlantic High School in Port Orange, Florida, Jan. 5, 2023. This performance was one of several performances that the band played throughout Florida to promote the Army.

230628-N-ZQ263-2137 SAN DIEGO (June 28, 2023) A U.S. Navy Sailor greets her family after the traditional first kiss after returning from deployment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz arrives in San Diego concluding a seven-month deployment to U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of operations (AO). Nimitzs presence in U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet AOs reinforced the United States commitment to fly, sail and operate wherever international law allows in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 3, 2012) Mineman 2nd Class Damond Daley proposes to his girlfriend Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Andrenel Frazier after a three month deployment aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Bonhomme Richard is the lead ship of the only forward-deployed amphibious ready group and is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

011025-F-0352L-012. Base: Andrews Air Force Base State: Maryland (MD) Country: United States Of America (USA)

020922-F-7520M-003. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: ANG

First Lady of the United States Dr. Jill Biden and Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Kathleen Hicks visit Fort Drum, NY, January 30, 2023. Dr. Biden's visit was geared toward making on post living better for Soldiers and their families.

030327-F-4350W-003. Base: RAF Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

Retired Sgt. 1st Class Ryan Mcgrath, a fellow Soldier that deployed with Sgt. Alexander Gagalac, shares stories of Gagalac during the 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team Sgt. Gagalac Memorial Hall dedication ceremony, May 13, 2022. Gagalac was assigned to 3IBCT when he was killed in action during Operation Iraqi Freedom when a rocket propelled grenade hit his Humvee in Hawijah, Iraq, Sept. 9, 2007.

A sentinel from the 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) speaks with British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly in the Memorial Amphitheater Display Room at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Jan. 18, 2023.

EAST CHINA SEA (April 10, 2022) Lt. Luke Dundon, from Chantilly, Va., leads Palm Sunday Roman Catholic Mass service in the focsle aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

010404-N-4867S-002. Base: Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Distinguished guests stand during the presentation of colors during an unveiling and dedication of a Virginia Historical Marker honoring Filipino Sailors in the U.S. Navy on May 28, 2022. The event occurred at the Philippine Cultural Center of Virginia in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

040529-F-4132J-029. Base: Savannah State: Georgia (GA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ANG

Yvette Bourcicot, Acting Assistant Secretary of the Army (Manpower and Reserve Affairs), provides opening remarks during a street renaming ceremony at Fort Hamilton, N.Y., May 20, 2022. The ceremony officially removed Confederate Civil War General Robert E. Lees name from the main avenue and renamed it John Warren Avenue in honor of U.S. Army 1st Lt. John E. Warren, Jr., who was a Brooklyn native, Vietnam War veteran, and Medal of Honor recipient. Our military assets are designed to commemorate and reflect the courage, valor and rich diversity of our military heroes. Those examples are clearly evident in the personal stories and backgrounds associated with the selected name.

Family and friends wait for the arrival of loved ones aboard ships of the aircraft carrier USS JOHN F. KENNEDY (CV-67) battle group. The vessels are returning to Norfolk after being deployed in the Persian Gulf area during Operation Desert Storm. Subject Operation/Series: DESERT STORM Base: Naval Air Station, Norfolk State: Virginia (VA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

BOSTON, MASS - U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Staff Sgt. Gonzalo Cano, a Food Service Specialist with 3rd Battalion, 24th Marines out of St. Louis Mo., visits with retired Marine Gunnery Sgt. Wayne Crawford at the Veterans Affairs Boston Health Care System, West Roxbury Campus in support of Marine Week Boston on May 4, 2010. Crawford, a Boston native, served from 1976-1997 as a Water Purification Specialist.

Senior Enlisted Advisor Tony L. Whitehead, senior enlisted advisor to the chief, National Guard Bureau, speaks during the Sunburst Youth Challenge Academy Class 29 residential phase graduation ceremony, June 10, 2022, at Mariners Church in Irvine, California. Sunburst is a high school credit recovery program run in partnership between the California National Guards Task Force Torch youth and community programs directorate and the Orange County Department of Education. Sunburst is one of four National Guard Youth Challenge Programs in California.

The 8th Marine Corps District attends Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. 85th Annual 9th District Meeting Dallas, Tx., April 29, 2022. Distinguished guest speaker Retired Major General Craig Timberlake speaks on his 41 years in the Corps and the importance of service.

221202-N-LN782-1007 (Dec. 02, 2022) U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command's Pass in Review in Great Lakes, Illinois, Dec. 2, 22. row of chief combination covers sit on a table prior to a chief petty officer. More than 35,000 recruits train annually at the Navy's only boot camp

U.S. Army 1st. Lt. Jefferey, Jones Left, and Spc. Micheal, Raiford hanging out during the U.S.Army Adaptive Sports Camp at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, April 1st.Over 70 wounded, ill and injured Soldiers are training in a series of athletic events including archery, cycling, shooting, sitting volleyball, swimming, powerlifting, track, field, rowing, and wheelchair basketball. The Adaptive Sports Camp celebrates wounded, ill, and injured Soldiers' ability to recover and overcome. The Army holds qualifying trials for Active Duty, wounded, ill or injured Soldiers to assess and select athletes for competition in the Warrior Games Challenge. This year, the Warrior Games Challenge takes place in June 2023 at Naval Air Station North Island in San Diego, California.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Megan Browning, a vocalist with the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) Band also known as "Cleared Hot", sings during the city of Burleson's annual Fourth of July celebration at Chisenhall Park, Burleson, Texas, July 4, 2022. The 3rd MAW Band is stationed on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif. and provides musical support for military units, civilian community relations, recruiting and troop morale.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley, the commander of Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Marine Forces Command, Marine Forces Northern Command, left, presents a Presidential memorandum to the brother of U.S. Marine Corps Private First Class Frank Edward Parker Jr., Mr. John J. Dance, right, at a ceremony hosted by the National Montford Point Marines Association (NMPMA), Tidewater Virginia Chapter 14, at New Jerusalem Ministries Church, Virginia Beach, VA, on April 23, 2022. During the ceremony, Parker, a graduate of the segregated Montford Point Camp in Jacksonville, North Carolina, posthumously received the Certificate of Status and Congressional Gold Medal for service in World War II and for his role in paving the way for future African-American service members. The NMPMA is dedicated to preserving the legacy of nearly 20,000 World War II Marine Corps veterans who served from 1942 - 1949 and trained in the aforementioned segregated training facility.

Sgt. Maj. Christopher Stevens, FORSCOM, G1; Sg. Maj. Christopher Carr, TRADOC, G1; and Staff Sgt. Kevis Jones, 101st Airborne Division, at the awards ceremony of the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command and U.S. Army Forces Command's Adjutant Generals Corps Regimental Association G1 Noncommissioned Officer and Soldier of the Year Competition Sept. 22, 2022, at Fort Eustis, Va.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (May 1, 2022) - The Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyersUSS Lassen (DDG 82) and USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) participate in an All Hands On Deck Welcoming Party and Concert during the Fleet Week Port Everglades festivities, May. 1, 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.

New Jersey Youth ChalleNGe Academy Class 55 cadets tour the New Jersey State House in Trenton, New Jersey, April 11, 2023. The New Jersey Youth ChalleNGe Academy is an alternative education program designed to reclaim the lives of at-risk 16- to 18-year-old youths and produce graduates with the values, skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as adults. The National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program was established by Congress in 1993, and New Jerseys inaugural class began September 1994.

030530-M-5888P-008. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: HQBN 1MARDIV Comm Co.

040504-F-3820W-001. Base: Vandenberg Air Force Base State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AFSPC

031208-F-6701P-004. Base: Ramstein Air Base State: Rheinland-Pfalz Country: Deutschland / Germany (DEU) Scene Major Command Shown: USAFE

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Jennifer Simmons, outgoing company commander, provides her final remarks during the Bravo Surgical Company, 3d Medical Battalion change of command, Aug. 1, 2022. Simmons relinquished command to Cmdr. Autumn Riddell.

230328-N-IX644-2047 TYRRHENIAN SEA (March 28, 2023) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), speak with Chief Warrant Officer Te Aqua Bailey, center, and Lt. Courtney Ballou, shipÕs nurse, during a WomenÕs History Month mentorship event, March 28, 2023. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group 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.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. William E. Souza III, the commanding general of 4th Marine Logistics Group, Marine Forces Reserve, poses for a group photo with Nicholls Spears, King of Zulu, and his wife Dr. Christy Spears, Queen of Zulu, during Lundi Gras at Woldenberg Park, New Orleans, Feb. 20, 2023. Nicholas Spears enlisted and served in the Marine Corps from 1992-2000 as an admin specialist and a small computer systems specialist.

220907-N-XS877-6228 NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NAPLES, Italy (Sept. 7, 2022) Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples community member and 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge event coordinator Rob Norman from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania participates in the 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge on Sept. 7, 2022 onboard Support Site. 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 Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia.

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.

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve participate in a mobilization practical exercise at the Inspector-Instructor (I&I) Orientation Training in New Orleans, Jan. 9, 2024. This annual training provides guidance to newly assigned I&I staff by giving them the tools and resources necessary to support the Marine Forces Reserve's ongoing mission to augment the active component.

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Equipment) 1st Class Fiona McMahon, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, assigned to USS Gerald R. Fords (CVN 78) air department, poses for an environmental portrait, July 10, 2022. Ford is underway in the Atlantic Ocean conducting an independent steaming operation.

To celebrate and honor National Hispanic Heritage Month, Army Futures Command hosted an Observance Educational Program featuring remarks from LTC Randy Lefebvre, Human Capital Director, AFC, CW5 Edwin De La Cruz, Command Chief Warrant Officer 5, AFC, COL Luis Rodriguez, Director ODEI, BG Michelle M. T. Letcher, Chief of Staff, AFC, and a live performance of Traditional Cumbia Dance from LTC Carolina Cruz, HR Strategic Planner of Human Capital, AFC. (US Army Photo by Patrick Hunter)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Taveya Ware, 60th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron director of operations, stands for a portrait during Team Travis Air Force 75th anniversary gala at the Sunrise Banquet Hall in Vacaville, California, Sept. 16, 2022. Airmen provide America with the airpower it needs to defend the nation, deter or defeat our adversaries, reassure our partners and allies and help diplomacy proceed from a position of strength, which was celebrated at this years gala.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Michael E. Langley, the commander of Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Marine Forces Command, Marine Forces Northern Command, left, awards a replica Congressional Gold Medal to the brother of U.S. Marine Corps Private First Class Frank Edward Parker Jr., Mr. John J. Dance, right, at a ceremony hosted by the National Montford Point Marines Association (NMPMA), Tidewater Virginia Chapter 14, at New Jerusalem Ministries Church, Virginia Beach, VA, on April 23, 2022. During the ceremony, Parker, a graduate of the segregated Montford Point Camp in Jacksonville, North Carolina, posthumously received the Certificate of Status and Congressional Gold Medal for service in World War II and for his role in paving the way for future African-American service members. The NMPMA is dedicated to preserving the legacy of nearly 20,000 World War II Marine Corps veterans who served from 1942 - 1949 and trained in the aforementioned segregated training facility.

220528-N-PW480-0190 CHICAGO (May 28, 2022) Commander, Naval Service Training Command (NSTC) Rear Adm. Jennifer Couture speaks with a Gold Star family member during a Gold Star Family breakfast in the Walnut Room of Macys Department Store, May 28. Couture joined Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, U.S. government representatives, and senior military officers to commemorate Memorial Day and remember service members who gave the ultimate sacrifice during their service to the United States. NSTC supports naval accessions training for 98 percent of the Navys new officers and enlisted Sailors. This training includes the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) at more than 160 colleges and universities across the country, Officer Training Command (OTC) in Newport, Rhode Island, Recruit Training Command (RTC), the Navys only boot camp, as well as the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) and Navy National Defense Cadet Corps (NNDCC) citizenship development program at more than 6

220619-N-JO823-1019 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 19, 2022) Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class George Cardenas, from Las Animas, Colorado, speaks about the history of Pride Month during a celebration led by the ships Gay, Lesbian, and Supporting Sailors (G.L.A.S.S) team on the aft mess deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Gay, Lesbian, and Supporting Sailors (G.L.A.S.S.) is a group comprised of Sailors who promote inclusion among the crew and provide support to LGBTQ+ Sailors. 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.

Lieutenant Colonel Robin Higgins, USMC, (Ret.) ships sponsor, delivers special remarks to the crowd gathered for the official christening ceremony of the guided missile destroyer USS HIGGINS (DDG 76), (vessel not shown). Base: Bath State: Maine (ME) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, fist bumps Sparky the Fire Dog before signing a proclamation to mark the beginning of Fire Prevention Week at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 6, 2022. Fire Prevention Week is a yearly observance which aims to eliminate losses due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. This year marks the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week.

220613-N-KN989-1020 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (June 13, 2022) Frank Petersen III greets U.S. Navy Seaman Jaylayn Horde, damage controlman, assigned to the Navys newest Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Frank E. Petersen, Jr. (DDG 121) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing a change of homeport from Groton, Connecticut.

020203-F-4489S-001. Base: Springfield-Beckley Map State: Ohio (OH) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AETC

010911-F-7910D-002. Base: Shaw Air Force Base State: South Carolina (SC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC

NORFOLK (May 16, 2022) Electricians Mate 2nd Class Amber Pedersen takes a photo with WWE wrestler Liv Morgan during a tour aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), May 16, 2022. WWE visited USS Iwo Jima as part of a Navy Entertainment outreach effort prior to their Monday Night Raw event at the Scope Arena in Norfolk, Va.

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