Navy Recruit Engagement and Leadership Events

Navy personnel interacting with recruits and students in leadership training and community outreach, showcasing the Navy's commitment to education and mentorship.

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro speaks with students from John F. Kennedy High School in the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps during a tour at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Feb. 28, 2023.

220428-N-WF272-1177 PHILADELPHIA (April 28, 2022) Engineman 2nd Class Thierry Sileukameni, a native of Cameroon, Central Africa, assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group Philadelphia, responds to questions during a Junior Sailor of the Quarter board. The Sailor of the Quarter Program was established by the Chief of Naval Operations to recognize Navy personnel, E-6 and junior, who embody the Navy professionalism and personal dedication through sustained superior performance, leadership, self-improvement, command and community involvement, military bearing and appearance. NTAG Philadelphia encompasses regions of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and West Virginia, providing recruiting services from more than 30 talent acquisition sites with the overall goal of attracting the highest quality candidates to ensure the ongoing success of Americas Navy.

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

Blanchfield Army Community Hospital conducted a change of Responsibility ceremony where Command Sgt. Maj. Marlon E. Faulds relinquished responsibility of his position to Master Sgt. Johnny D. Thompson, December 9, 2022, at Wilson Theater on Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

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

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro speaks with students from John F. Kennedy High School in the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps during a tour at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Feb. 28, 2023.

Training Center Cape May and its Leadership Diversity Advisory Council hold events recognizing Juneteenth and retired Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Vince Patton's 50th Anniversary of Enlistment in the service, June 16-17, 2022.During the two-day event, there will be Real Talk discussions, a presentation on the book Profiles of Character, and a Cookout Celebration of Freedom to commemorate both milestones.Master Chief Patton was the 8th Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard and has been the only African American to hold the position.Combining June and nineteenth, Juneteenth commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. In 2021, the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act recognized June 19 as a federal holiday.U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer 2 Timothy Tamargo

Dr. Olufunke Fontenot, Fort Valley State University, provost and vice president for academic affairs, asks U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Hayde, 23rd Wing vice commander, a question during a FSVU visit at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 14, 2022. Leadership and the academic representatives discussed military training, internship and education program opportunities for the FVSU students to partake in the future. The 23rd Wing hosted FVSU members to discuss collaborative opportunities between the base and the university to build a long-lasting working relationship.

Spc. Patrick Chayeb sits before a board of Sergeants Major during AMC's Best Warrior Competition at Fort Benning, Ga., August 14-17.

Capt. David Adams, Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo (CFAS), meets with Chuka Asike, principal officer to the U.S. Consulate in Fukuoka, Japan, Katherine Rafaniello the consular political and economic officer, and Strader Payton, the consular public affairs officer, at CFAS Aug. 16, 2022. Asike was recently appointed as U.S. Consulate Fukuoka principal officer and visited CFAS to learn about the base and its relationship with the consulate.

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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Derick Mozejewski, a drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, instructs a new recruit with Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, to put away his belongings during receiving at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Oct. 17, 2022. The recruits were checked for contraband, given a haircut, made a phone call home, and issued gear.

220620-N-UF592-1063 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 20, 2022) Aviation Maintenance Administrationman 1st Class Michael Irby, from Winnsboro, South Carolina, sings during a Juneteenth celebration on the aft mess deck of the U.S. Navys only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Ronald Reagans Juneteenth celebration included presentations on African American history and music from members of the crew. 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.

Senior Airman James Jean of the 92nd Fighter Squadron at Homestead Air Reserve Base, Fla., helps survivors from Haiti communicate with U.S. Customs agents. Most of the survivors are French speaking and need help to in-process into the United States at Homestead ARB.Homestead ARB is a vital hub in the Haiti earthquake relief effort.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Oct. 21, 2022) Chief Legalman Ayanna Higgins is pinned by her family and colleagues during the FY23 Chief Petty Officer (CPO) Pinning Ceremony for Commander, Submarine Group 7, Defense Service Office Pacific, and Commander, Naval Forces Japan (CNFJ) held at the CNFJ auditorium onboard Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Oct. 21, 2022. Seven Chief Petty Officer Selects were promoted to the rank of Chief Petty Officer during the ceremony. Each Sailor had their anchors pinned and donned the CPO covers for the first time in front of their fellow CPOs, command leadership, family and friends.

Before Gregory Pugh joined the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity (USAMMDA) at Fort Detrick, Md., he served as an Infantry Scout in the U.S. Army. Hailing from Greenville, N.C., Pugh, currently a logistics specialist with USAMMDA's Warfighter Deployed Medical Systems (WDMS) Project Management Office, enlisted in the Army in 1991 "Because I enjoyed the outdoors and I had a lot of youthful energy I had to learn how to manage - not to mention I tried college prior to joining but at the time I didn't like it." During his career, Pugh served across the globe, including Camp Greaves in the Republic of Korea, 9th Infantry Regiment at Fort Ord, Calif., 502nd Infantry Regiment at Fort Campbell, Ky., and with the 502nd Infantry Regiment during Humanitarian Operations in Panama. Today, Pugh is married to his wife of 26 years, Army retired Veteran Kellie, with two grown daughters, Brianna and Kayleigh. Pugh left the Army after six years and earned his Bachelor of Arts, Computer Scienc

More than 600 Airmen assigned to the 321st Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 2, 2022. Col. Leonard Rose, Air Education and Training Command chief of security forces, and Master Sgt. Christopher Berg, reviewed the ceremony.

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts Somali President Hassan Sheikh for a meeting at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 15, 2022.

SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 4, 2022) - Quartermaster 1st Class Jessie Jowers, center, from Chicago, explain the different watch positions in the pilot house aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) to firefighters from the San Francisco Fire Department (SFFD) during an integrated firefighting drill as a part of the San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) 2022, Oct. 4, 2022. 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.

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Former drill instructors with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, hold a reunion aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., July 30, 2022.These past drill instructors served in Fox Company, between 1980 and 1984 ensuring each graduating Marine was ready to fight and win their nation's battles.

U.S. Marines with Marine Forces Reserve participate in a protection practical exercises at the Inspector-Instructor (I&I) Orientation Training in New Orleans, Aug. 31, 2022. To keep the Marine Corps Reserve relevant, ready and responsive, this annual training provides guidance and best practices to recently assigned I&I staff by addressing key functional areas and emphasizing policies and procedures necessary for mission success. I&I Marines provide vital support by augmenting Reserve training, keeping communication open between active and Reserve Marines and helping manage the units between drill periods.

U.S. Army Spc. Darnell Boynton raises his hand and repeats the oath of enlistment while re-enlisting during the 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida, Aug. 24, 2022. Boynton, promoted to specialist earlier this month, decided to have his re-enlistment ceremony during this years Warrior Games, which sees service members and veterans from across the DoD competing in a variety of adaptive sports alongside armed forces athletes from Canada and Ukraine.

SGT. Smith, Drill Instructor, welcomes new recruits to the Marine Corps Recruit Depot for twelve weeks of rigid training so that they can become the world's finest United States Marines. Base: San Diego State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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Col. Ryan Hanson, Fort Jackson garrison commander, delivered the oath of Enlistment to civilians who will soon transform into service members. Among the enlistees during the July 8, 2022, swearing in was his son, Bradshaw Hanson. The Fort Jackson Military Entrance Processing Station invited Col. Hanson to deliver the oath.

Tech. Sgt. Ashely Smith, left, and Master Sgt. Talisha Stewart, members of the 172nd Ensemble, sing at the Black Heritage Program Ceremony at the 172nd Airlift Wing, Jackson, Mississippi, Feb. 23, 2024. The annual event hosted retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Augustus L. Collins, the former Adjutant General of Mississippi. Air National Guard

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Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade (ADSB) welcome Brigade Support Battalions from the Division to ADSB on Fort Bragg, NC, April 6, 2022. The welcome ceremony included an award ceremony, brigade run, and PT competition.

STENNIS SPACE CENTER, Mississippi (Oct. 7, 2022) - Rear Adm. John Okon, Director, Warfare Integration Directorate, N2N6I, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, presided over the retirement of Lt. Cmdr. Kabran KJ Johnson at NASA Stennis Space Center, Mississippi Oct. 7, 2022. Johnson enlisted in the Navy in 1992, and graduated the from Aerographers Mate (AG) A-School in 1993 before being selected for Chief and eventually earning a commission. His efforts in support of various Fleet and Naval Special Warfare commands worldwide over the course of his 30-year career were highlighted by colleagues and family at the ceremony. Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command directs and oversees more than 2,500 globally-distributed military and civilian personnel who collect, process and exploit environmental information to assist Fleet and Joint Commanders in all warfare areas to make better decisions faster than the adversary.

NORFOLK, Va. (May 25, 2022) - Capt. Janice Smith, Chief of Staff, U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command (MSC), delivers opening remarks at Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman Hope Horans, assigned to MSC, frocking ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk May 25, 2022. During the event, service members gathered to show support for Horans milestone achievement of Master Chief Petty Officer.

221014-N-MW880-1032 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 14, 2022) Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), applaud during a celebration for the Navys 247th birthday, Oct. 14, 2022. 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. 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.

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Aftermath - Deputy Federal Coordinating Officer Ted Monette - 26-HK-32-4. Hurricane Katrina

Visit of United Kingdom's Prince Charles, Prince of Wales and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, to Washington, D.C., with protective detail personnel providing security

Colonel (ret.) Maurice Rochelle, an ordained minister, served as the Chaplain for the Illinois Army National Guard's retirement ceremony for both Colonel Craig Holan and Colonel Nick Johnson. Col. Holan retired with nearly 40 years of service and Col. Johnson had 32 years of service. Both served as brigade commanders and key staff officers, with Col. Holan commanding the 404th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade and Col. Johnson commanding the 65th Troop Command.

Col. Steven Wick, 317th Airlift Wing vice commander hugs J.R. Martinez, a combat veteran and motivational speaker, during the 317th AW resiliency training day at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 23, 2022. Resiliency training days serve to provide Airmen with the proper life skills to succeed both on and off duty.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III meets with outgoing U.S. Strategic Command Commander U.S. Navy Adm. Charles Chas A. Richard, incoming USSTRATCOM Commander U.S. Air Force Gen. Anthony J. Cotton and family members before the USSTRATCOM change of command ceremony, Omaha, Neb., Dec. 9, 2022. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Alexander Kubitza)

SEA OF JAPAN (April 16, 2022) Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Freddy Coronel, from Los Angeles, leads a Sailor 360 session on the mess decks aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111). 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.

Mr. Ray Kapaun, nephew to Medal of Honor Recipient U.S. Army Capt. Emil Joseph Kapaun, and Dr. Rene Zielinski, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) scientific recovery expert, place their hands over their hearts during the presentation of the colors at the National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Sept. 16, 2022. The event is held every year on the third Friday of September, honoring prisoners of war and missing-in-action service members. This day was first established in 1979 through a proclamation from President Jimmy Carter, in observance to honor and recognize the sacrifices of those Americans who have been prisoners of war and to remind the nation of those who are still missing in action. DPAAs mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for missing and unaccounted-for U.S. personnel to their families and our nation.

Mr. Ray Kapaun, nephew to Medal of Honor Recipient U.S. Army Capt. Emil Joseph Kapaun, and Dr. Rene Zielinski, Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) scientific recovery expert, place their hands over their hearts during the presentation of the colors at the National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, Sept. 16, 2022. The event is held every year on the third Friday of September, honoring prisoners of war and missing-in-action service members. This day was first established in 1979 through a proclamation from President Jimmy Carter, in observance to honor and recognize the sacrifices of those Americans who have been prisoners of war and to remind the nation of those who are still missing in action. DPAAs mission is to achieve the fullest possible accounting for missing and unaccounted-for U.S. personnel to their families and our nation.

Gen. Michael Langley, commander, U.S. Africa Command, delivers remarks during a speaking engagement at MCB Quantico, Va., Dec. 12, 2022. Gen. Langley met with six IMET students during the engagement and highlighted the relationship between the United States and allied nations for a collective effort in promoting regional security and stability in Africa.

221002-N-IX644-1065 ADRIATIC SEA (Oct. 2, 2022) Sailors assigned to the George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (GHWBCSG), sing in the gospel choir at the Protestant church service aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), Oct. 2, 2022. The GHWBCSG 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. Air Force Lt. Gen. Richard M. Clark, Superintendent of the United States Air Force Academy, speaks during the 2024 Accelerating the Legacy dinner in Charleston, South Carolina, Feb, 17, 2024. The event gives minority Airmen the opportunity to learn from experienced leaders and mentors, and gain valuable career insight. Air Force

SAN DIEGO (Sept. 14, 2012) Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Andre Hardin has his grandmother place his combination cover on during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony for the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) chief selectees.

Fellow US Marines look on as Lance Corporal Kenneth Naylor plays his harmonica for children at the Oita Orphanage while deployed with Third Division/12th Marine Regiment (3/12), Charlie Battery's artillery unit. Charlie Battery is deployed in support of the unit's artillery relocation exercise, and cold weather training, at Camp Hijudai, Oita, Japan. Base: Camp Hijudai State: Oita Country: Japan (JPN)

U.S Army Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Randy A. George hosts the promotion ceremony for Deputy Chief of Staff for intelligence, Maj. Gen. Anthony R. Hale. In the Patriot Room at the Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia, Jan. 03, 2024. Hale is promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General.

Members of the 8th Infantry Association watch as fellow association member Colonel Nick Johnson retires from the Illinois Army National Guard. Col. Johnson commanded the 1st Battalion, 178th Infantry Regiment based in Chicago's General Richard Jones Armory. The 1/178th Infantry holds the lineage to the famous all African-American "Fighting" 8th Infantry. Johnson would go on to brigade command with the 65th Troop Command.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosts Somali President Hassan Sheikh for a meeting at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Sept. 15, 2022.

GREAT LAKES, Ill. (Nov. 20, 2012) New recruits wait to receive their first haircuts outside the Navy Exchange barber shop in the Golden 13 Recruit In-processing Center at Recruit Training Command (RTC) during Night of Arrival. More than 450 new recruits arrived at the Golden 13, named after the first 13 African American Navy officers, to begin their Navy careers and training at RTC.

J.R. Martinez, a combat veteran and motivational speaker, speaks to the 317th Airlift Wing during a resiliency training day at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 23, 2022. Martinez spoke about his journey of recovery after a landmine explosion left him injured during his deployment in Iraq, 2003.

Gregory D. Gadson, a motivational speaker, retired Colonel in the United States Army, and former U.S. Army Fort Belvoir Garrison commander, spoke at the 168th Wing Dining Out in Fairbanks, Alaska June 3, 2022. Gadson is also a bilateral above-the-knee amputee who has appeared in movies and is a motivational speaker for the New York Giants. The 168th Wing hosted a Dining Out event for Airmen to keep Air Force traditions alive and continue morale-building ceremonies. The Air Force Dining Out event started approximately in the 1930s with Army Air Corps General H. Hap Arnolds Wing Dings.

Onjel Gambrell, Drug Demand Reduction Program manager, briefs squadron commanders about the DDR program process during the annual Squadron Commanders Course at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Nov. 7, 2022. Units such as the 23rd Wing Command Post, Family Advocacy and Equal Opportunity shared resources with squadron commanders to connect them with resources to better lead their Airmen.

NEWPORT, R.I. (Dec. 2, 2022) Religious Program Specialist Seaman Recruit Ilvin Bing, left, and Religious Program Specialist Samuel Dicus, students at Naval Chaplaincy School, speak to attendees during the Navy Chaplain Ball, at the Green Valley Country Club, Dec. 2, 2022. This year's event celebrates 247 years since the formation of the Navy Chaplain Corps.

Command Sgt. Maj. (Ret) Levi Maynard looks on during the assumption of command ceremony yesterday for Maj. Gen. Bob D. Harter who officially assumed command of the 81st Readiness Division on September 20, 2022, at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina. Harter most recently served as the Deputy Chief of the Army Reserve at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.Distinguished guests at this event included Lt. Gen. Jody J. Daniels, Chief of the Arm Reserve and Commanding General of U.S. Army Reserve Command; the Honorable Kevin Shwedo, Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, South Carolina; Maj. Gen. Van McCarty, South Carolina Adjutant General; Mrs. Jennifer Harding, South Carolina State Chair, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve; Mr. George Sharpe, Staff Representative from the office of U.S. Senator Tim Scott; Mr. Sam Brick, United States Army Reserve Ambassador; Brig. Gen. Jason Kelly, Commanding General, U.S. Army Training Center and Fort Jackson; Brig. Gen. (Ret) Jan Haigler; Mr. Dan Beatt

220529-N-VQ947-1223 LOS ANGELES (May 29, 2022) Miss California Jasmine Avalos, right, interviews Army Sgt. Nico Maclin, left, at “Galley Wars”, a cooking competition aboard the Battleship Iowa Museum during Los Angeles Fleet Week, May 29, 2022. LAFW is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard teams and experience America’s 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 Los Angles and its surrounding areas.

Kevin Brown, the acting host for a crab soup cook off during Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore, introduces the competing chefs in Baltimore, Maryland, Sept. 9, 2022. Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore is an annual public event that celebrates the contributions of the U.S. sea services and maritime capabilities from the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. More than 2,300 service members participated in Maryland Fleet Week & Flyover Baltimore 2022 engaging and assisting with ship tours, live bands and static equipment displays.

U.S. Air Force Col. Gwendolyn Foster, outgoing Defense Health Agency Sacramento Market director and 60th Medical Group commander, speaks during the DHA Sacramento Market change of directorship and the 60th MDG change of command ceremony at David Grant USAF Medical Center, Travis Air Force Base, California, July 13, 2022. The change of command ceremony is rooted in military history, dating back to the 18th century, where the command flag is passed to the individual assuming command in the presence of the entire unit.

220624-N-JR318-1017 TUNISIAN SEA (June 24, 2022) Cryptologic Technician (Technical) 2nd Class Ryan Topenia, from San Jose, California, gives a speech during a Pride Month celebration hosted by the Gay, Lesbian and Supporting Sailors (G.L.A.S.S. +) association on the mess decks of USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), June 24, 2022. The Harry S. Truman 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.

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Norfolk, Va. (June 21, 2022) - Capt. George McCarthy, right, Ship's Master, USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12), briefs Craig Crenshaw, left, Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, State of Virginia, on McLean's history prior to a tour of the ship. Crenshaw visited the ship in an effort to familiarize himself with Military Sealift Command vessels and mission capabilities.

Inter-American Defense College Leadership Welcomes Major-Brigadeiro do Ar Edson Fernando da Costa Guimaraes Outgoing Chief of Delegation of Brazil and General de Brigada Giovani Moretto Incoming Chief of Delegation of Brazil to the IADC on Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C., July 18, 2022. During the visit, the guest conducted an office call with IADC Leadership, received an IADC brief, and concluded the visit with a tour of the campus with.

Lt. Col. Alvin Bradford, 507th Medical Squadron commander, promotes to the rank of colonel during a promotion ceremony September 30, 2022, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Educators Workshop attendees, from the southeastern United States, listen to a U.S. Marine Corps Drill Instructor speak about Marine Corps Recruit Training at Marine Corps Recruit Training Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, April 5, 2022. Educators Workshop provides the opportunity for high school teachers to experience and gain insight on some of the challenges recruits face during Marine Corps recruit training.

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Darrell Lee, left, 423d Medical Squadron commander, presents Jo Bennis, Peterborough City Hospital chief nurse, the 501st Combat Support Wing commanders coin at PCH in Peterborough, England, June 10, 2022. Lee and Master Sgt. Leslie Bush, 423d MDS senior enlisted leader visited Bennis to thank her for serving as the 423d MDS Honorary Commander over the past four years.

111110-N-MZ294-007SAINT LOUIS, Mo. (Nov. 10, 2011) Sailors assigned to Navy Recruiting District Saint Louis and Jeff Chapin, a veteran volunteer, talk to Herman Rohrbach, a World War II Army veteran in hospice care. The Sailors participated in a VeteranÕs Day recognition at Pathway Community Hospice honoring veterans that are in their care.

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., and Capt. Nic Young, Accelerating the Legacy committee president and C-17 pilot, shake hands prior to the Accelerating the Legacy 2023 banquet in Charleston, South Carolina, Feb. 16, 2023. The event was established in 2021 in response to the call for change in the Air Force following Browns call to Accelerate Change or Lose.

US President Joe Biden and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III enter the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial during the 21st 9/11 Pentagon Observance Ceremony on Sept. 11, 2022, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. (DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Alexander Kubitza)

Korean War veteran and retired U.S. airman Ronald J. Davis watches from the steps of the Panmunjom Freedom House as a repatriation ceremony begins for the remains of what is believed to be five U.S. soldiers killed in the Korean War. A delegation of United Nations Command Military Armistice Commission (UNCMAC) officials received the remains from North Korean officials during the eighth repatriation ceremony held since joint search and recovery operations began in Korea in 1996. The five sets of remains brings the total returned to 19. Kim Yong-kyu, a spokesman for the U.N. command said the remains were recovered from Gaechon City, about 50 miles north of Pyongyang. The U.S. 2nd Infantry.... Complete Scene Caption: Korean War veteran and retired U.S. airman Ronald J. Davis watches from the steps of the Panmunjom Freedom House as a repatriation ceremony begins for the remains of what is believed to be five U.S. soldiers killed in the Korean War. A delegation of United Nations Command M

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Chief Master Sgt. Edwin Bridges, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James C. Binnicker Professional Military Education Center commandant, announces the winner of the Air Force-themed skit event during the commandant challenge at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 20, 2022. The event was held as a final team building and mentorship opportunity for over 100 Noncommissioned Officer Academy students.

Brigadier General Kelvin D. McElroy, Force Generation Center commander, Air Force Reserve Command, engages with a school administrator while touring Northeast High School, Macon, Ga., in support of the Air Force GO Inspire program Feb. 8, 2024. Air Force

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Sept. 28, 2022) - Chief Culinary Specialist (Select) Jarrod Robinson cuts a decorative cake during a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration held on the mess decks of U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) Sept. 28, 2022. Blue Ridge Sailors came together to hold a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on the mess decks, highlighting the importance of Blue Ridges diversity and celebrating the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the nation and the Navy. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

Orion Recovery Operations. Kennedy Space Center Deputy Director Kelvin Manning stands near the Artemis I Orion spacecraft inside the well deck of the USS Portland at U.S. Naval Base San Diego on Dec. 13, 2022. The Orion spacecraft is secured inside the well deck after splashing down at 12:40 p.m. EST on Dec. 11, 2022. U.S. Navy divers helped recover the Orion spacecraft. NASA, the Navy and other Department of Defense partners worked together to secure the spacecraft inside the ships well deck approximately five hours after Orion splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Baja, California.

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BALTIMORE (January 24, 2024) - Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore, commandant, Naval District Washington, takes part in a press conference at the World Trade Center Baltimore Top of the World Observation Level about the Navy's participation in Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore 2024. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover is the citys celebration of the sea services with this year marking the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week.

Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune staff walk along trauma survivors on National Trauma Survivors Day. The day is celebrated each year on May 18 in honor of the challenges and triumphs of trauma patients.NMCCL medical staff were joined by several former trauma patients on a one-mile walk in their honor.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Forrest Johnson, section leader, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, explains the purpose of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting to students from Eau Claire High School during a tour at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina, Jan. 11, 2024. The students visited MCAS Beaufort to better familiarize themselves with Marine Corps Aviation.

220317-N-JU123-1118 IONIAN SEA (April 17, 2022) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Samantha Sfondouris, from Crystal Lake, Illinois, gets Baptised in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), April 17, 2022. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Sixth Fleet area of operations in support of U.S., allied and partner interests in Europe and Africa.

Sailors assigned to the first-in-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) attend a Hispanic heritage celebration in the focsol, Oct. 11, 2022. The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group (GRFCSG) is deployed in the Atlantic Ocean, 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.

Master Sgt. Jeff Campbell a SERE instructor assigned to the Iowa Air National Guards 185th Air Refueling Wing, checks the harness for a pilot during a simulated parachute drag at the Midco Aquatic Center in Sioux Falls South Dakota September 30, 2022.

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.

221212-N-IX644-1054 ADRIATIC SEA (Dec. 12, 2022) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Chanel Friday, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), administers a vaccination to Senior Chief Culinary Specialist Levett Ruffin, Dec. 12, 2022. 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.

Navy Career Counseler 1ST Class Ebony Henry discusses the benefits of striking (entering a new job specialty) to Aviation Boatswain's Mate Fuels AIRMAN Donald Woolridge during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 2001. KERNEL BLITZ is a large-scale amphibious landing exercise taking place in the vicinity of Camp Pendleton, Calif. Approximately 25 ships, 75 aircraft and 15,000 Sailor, Marines, solders, airman and Coast Guardsmen representing four nations are participating in the exercise. Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ 2001 Base: USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Raheem Crockett, Accelerating the Legacy committee vice president and C-17 Globemaster III loadmaster, speaks with local media about Accelerating the Legacy 2023 at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Feb. 18, 2023. The event connects minority Airmen with leaders, mentors, and other Airmen from different backgrounds and career fields to broaden their perspectives and gain valuable career insight.

Cmdr. Ferguson Harris, Navy Chaplain, and a native of Inglewood, California, delivers his final sermon as the ships command chaplain as the ship steams in the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 14, 2024. The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Boxer, USS Somerset (LPD 25), and USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), and the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are underway conducting integrated training and routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III welcomes his counterpart, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, to the Pentagon during an enhanced honor cordon ceremony, Washington, D.C., April 20, 2022. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)

Karen Durham-Aguilera (right), executive director, Army National Military Cemeteries greets Hanke Bruins Slot (left), minister of interior and kingdom affairs, Netherlands walk through the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., Sept. 28, 2022. Slot was at ANC to participate in a Public Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

220624-N-SY758-1086 ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 24, 2022) Retail Specialist 2nd Class Kennedy Resson, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), cuts hair in the barbershop aboard George H.W. Bush, June 24, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment. he George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group (CSG) is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting 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 America's adversaries in support of national security.

The Maryland National Guard hosts the renaming and ribbon cutting ceremony for the Maj. Gen. Linda L. Singh Readiness Center located in Eldersburg, Maryland, Oct. 22, 2022. The new readiness center supports the Maryland Army National Guard's 200th Military Police Company and the 729th Quartermaster Company.

220626-N-QI593-1091 TUNISIAN SEA (June 26, 2022) Cmdr. Desmond Walker, center, from Hollandale, Mississippi, executive officer of USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), and Bainbridge Sailors participate in a morale, welfare and recreation sponsored Street Fighter tournament on the ships mess decks, in the Tunisian Sea, June 26, 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.

Lt. Col Angernette Coy-Coates, commander 369th Recruiting Command Squadron, enjoys the game after officiating the oath of enlistment to the new recruits. The 369th Recruiter Squadron gathered approximately 180 Air Force Delayed Enlistment (DEPPERS) troops from Los Angeles, San Jose, Kern, and Orange counties where they were treated to a professional Los Angeles Galaxy Soccer game, after taking the oath of enlistment at the Home Depot Sports Center, July 22, 2010.

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.

A Louisiana National Guard soldier watches as residents of New Orleans start to board their train Aug. 30, 2008, as they prepare to evacuate the city prior to the arrival of Hurricane Gustav. More than 7,000 National Guard personnel are assisting local authorities with evacuation and security efforts in New Orleans and performing dozens of other missions across the state as the hurricane approaches.

Soldiers with the 1946th Financial Management Support Detachment, District of Columbia National Guard, are greeted by family, friends, senior leadership and D.C. National Guard Family Programs reps at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Feb. 16, 2024. Guard members returned from a nine-month deployment to Camp Bondsteel, Kosovo, providing financial management support to Kosovo Forces assigned to the NATO peacekeeping mission. Air National Guard

040805-F-9891G-010. Base: Omaha State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA)

221004-N-IW069-1056 San Francisco (Oct. 4, 2022) London Breed, Mayor of San Francisco address the press in front of city hall during San Francisco Fleet Week. 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. (Navy Photography by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Isaiah M. Williams)

DF-ST-90-01994. Base: Bergstrom Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA)

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