Afghan National Army soldiers with 4th Kandak, 1st
Afghan National Army soldiers with 4th Kandak, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, plot grids for firing points in the fire direction center here, May 5, 2012. The 4th Kandak artillery section has made great strides und... More
Dave Andrews (center), a quality control technical
Dave Andrews (center), a quality control technical engineer, speaks to the supervisor of construction site here, May 20, 2012. Andrews patrolled through the district center with Marines from Civil Affairs Team ... More
Armed Forces of the Philippines Marines maintain security
Armed Forces of the Philippines Marines maintain security after clearing a room during Exercise Balikatan 2011 on Fort Magsaysay, Philippines, April 8. Balikatan means “shoulder to shoulder,” which represents t... More
Marines with Company F, Battalion Landing Team 2nd
Marines with Company F, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, prepare to board the USS Tortuga during launch and recovery operations June 28. Once onboard To... More
Staff Sgt. Ronald Solomon, a radio operator chief with
Staff Sgt. Ronald Solomon, a radio operator chief with Communications Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, performs a takedown with a knife on an Armed Forces of... More
Afghan National Army Brigadier Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie,
Afghan National Army Brigadier Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie, the 1st Brigade, 215th Corps commander, briefs Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the 215th Corps commander, after visiting troops here, May 31, 2012. Malook visit... More
Khan Neshin District Governor Shah Mahmood addresses
Khan Neshin District Governor Shah Mahmood addresses the attendees at a district elder’s shura here, May 13, 2012. During the shura, local elders and Marine leaders gathered to discuss future plans for the dist... More
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Clingan, commanding officer
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Clingan, commanding officer of 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion greets Shah Mahmood, district governor of Khan Neshin, following a district elder’s shura here, May 13, 2012. ... More
Afghan National Army Col. Mohammad Sarwar, the executive
Afghan National Army Col. Mohammad Sarwar, the executive officer of 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, salutes guest speakers depart the stage after addressing ANA soldiers here, May 31, 2012. Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, t... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gelson Orantes, a native of
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gelson Orantes, a native of Lawndale, Calif., holds security as fellow members of his civil affairs team survey the construction site of a school here, May 20, 2012. Gelson, a field wirem... More
A competitor releases his shot during a 3-point shooting
A competitor releases his shot during a 3-point shooting contest on Camp Hansen Aug. 27. Five racks holding four basketballs were positioned around the three point line giving competitors 20 shots to attempt. T... More
Corey W. Smith, a competitor, prepares to shoot his
Corey W. Smith, a competitor, prepares to shoot his final shot on the first rack during a 3-point shooting contest on Camp Hansen Aug. 27. Smith was one of more than 30 participants in the contest. This contest... More
Gunnery Sgt. David M. Anderson talks with a Marine
Gunnery Sgt. David M. Anderson talks with a Marine about the importance of food temperature on Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, April 12. Anderson is a food service chief who is responsible for the serving of hun... More
William Loyola, a competitor, prepares to attempt his
William Loyola, a competitor, prepares to attempt his fourth shot during a 3-point shooting contest on Camp Hansen Aug. 27. Loyola was one of many people who took part in the contest. The contest was one of man... More
An Afghan National Army soldier carries ammunition
An Afghan National Army soldier carries ammunition for a .50 caliber machinegun to a firing point during a crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. The soldiers, military policemen with 1st Brigade, 215th ... More
A construction worker transports rocks to the work
A construction worker transports rocks to the work site of a local construction project here, May 20, 2012. All of the construction projects in this region are Afghan-led and employ local citizens from througho... More
Afghan National Army soldiers with Military Police
Afghan National Army soldiers with Military Police Tolai, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, prepare ammunition before a crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. The soldiers conducted the range under the guidance ... More
Afghan National Army Col. Mohammad Sarwar, the 1st
Afghan National Army Col. Mohammad Sarwar, the 1st Brigade, 215th Corps executive officer, shakes hands with Lt. Gen. Mohammad Akram, the ANA's vice chief of general staff, here, May 2, 2012. Akram was one of t... More
Leadership supports intramural league
Miguel T. Bridges attempts a layup as Robert Caldwell defends his shot during the Hansen 3-on-3 basketball tournament March 16. Bridges is a part of the MID Crew who were victorious over the MHG Old School, edg... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin D. Dubiel (center), a
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Kevin D. Dubiel (center), a military policeman with the MP Advisor Team in support of Regimental Combat Team 5, speaks with an Afghan National Army soldier with MP Tolai, 1st Brigade, 215... More
Afghan National Army Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the ANA
Afghan National Army Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the ANA 215th Corps commander, salutes Col. Mohammad Sarwar, executive officer of 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, before greeting soldiers here, May 31, 2012. Malook visi... More
Afghan National Army Brigadier Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie,
Afghan National Army Brigadier Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie, the 1st Brigade, 215th Corps commander, speaks with U.S. Marine Maj. Gen. David H. Berger, commander of 1st Marine Division (Forward), and Col. Roger B. ... More
Afghan National Army soldiers congratulate each other
Afghan National Army soldiers congratulate each other after a successful crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. The soldiers are military policeman with the MP Tolai, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, and conduc... More
Grenadier John Attwood places his sights on an enemy
Grenadier John Attwood places his sights on an enemy target during a firefight in Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan, April 19. Attwood is a member of the Grenadier Guards with the Inkerman Company, who supported Operation ... More
Afghan National Army Lt. Gen. Mohammad Akram (right),
Afghan National Army Lt. Gen. Mohammad Akram (right), the ANA's vice chief of general staff, speaks to Afghan and coalition forces officers here, May 2, 2012. During the meeting Akram and his staff addressed se... More
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Clingan, commanding officer
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Clingan, commanding officer of 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion greets Shah Mahmood, district governor of Khan Neshin, following a district elder’s shura here, May 13, 2012. ... More
Afghan soldier, Marine share unique friendship
Lance Cpl. Christopher Lynch stands with Sgt. Shafieullah on Camp Shorabak, Aug. 27, 2012. Lynch, an aviation electrician, advises Shafieullah on how to fix computers for their communications shop. They have bu... More
Gunnery Sgt. David M. Anderson inspects the temperature
Gunnery Sgt. David M. Anderson inspects the temperature of food storage bins in Dining Facility 5 on Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, April 12. “Growing up, watching my grandmother and father always cook, bringin... More
Students in the Staff Non-commissioned Officer Academy’s
Students in the Staff Non-commissioned Officer Academy’s advanced course complete rope climb of the obstacle course on Camp Hansen. The academy’s mission is to provide staff non-commissioned officers of demonst... More
Sgt. Kevin C. Bowen, a military policeman with Headquarters
Sgt. Kevin C. Bowen, a military policeman with Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, discusses proper room clearing techniques with members of the Armed Forces of the Phil... More
An Armed Forces of the Philippines Marine demonstrates
An Armed Forces of the Philippines Marine demonstrates sword technique during Exercise Balikatan 2011 here April 11. The sword is used in Pekiti Tirsia Kali, a martial arts used by the AFP Marines. Balikatan is... More
White Beach, located on White Beach Naval Facility,
White Beach, located on White Beach Naval Facility, shares similar qualities with Okuma Recreational Facility. Both beaches offer cabins for rent and abound with opportunities for fun in the water.
A soldier with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army
A soldier with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army Corps, uses a metal detector to sweep the area during Operation Shafuq in Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan, April 19. All six kandaks of the 3rd Brigade participated ... More
A local elder speaks with U.S. Marine Capt. Matthew
A local elder speaks with U.S. Marine Capt. Matthew Pederson, of the commander of Charlie Company, 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, during a patrol here, May 15, 2012. Since arriving in Helmand provi... More
U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Trevor King, a Seabee
U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Trevor King, a Seabee builder attached to Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, security as Afghan children bring food to Marines during a work site ... More
U.S. Lance Cpl. Newman C. Dyer, from Dallas, Ga., looks
U.S. Lance Cpl. Newman C. Dyer, from Dallas, Ga., looks downrange as an Afghan National Army soldier fire a .50 caliber machinegun during a crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. During the range the sol... More
Afghan National Army Soldiers with 1st Brigade, 215th
Afghan National Army Soldiers with 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, cheer during a speech here, May 2, 2012. Senior ANA officials visited Camp Garmsir to discuss the future of Afghan forces in southern Helmand province.
Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 stand at attention
Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 stand at attention during a Memorial Day Ceremony here, May 28, 2012. During the ceremony, those in attendance remembered the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacri... More
Sgt. Maj. James Calbough, center, director of the Staff
Sgt. Maj. James Calbough, center, director of the Staff Non-commissioned Officer Academy, and students in the SNCOA’s advanced course complete an obstacle on the obstacle course on Camp Hansen. The academy’s mi... More
Gunnery Sgt. David M. Anderson, food service chief,
Gunnery Sgt. David M. Anderson, food service chief, inspects the numbers for Dining Facility 5 on Camp Leatherneck, Afghanistan, April 12. One of his many responsibilities is to inspect the numbers, all eight o... More
Members of the Afghan National Police plow the poppy
Members of the Afghan National Police plow the poppy fields of Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan, during Operation Shafuq, April 19. The ANP along with the 215th Afghan National Army Corps took the reins and completed the ... More
A local elder listens as Khan Neshin District Governor
A local elder listens as Khan Neshin District Governor Shah Mahmood speaks during a district elder’s shura here, May 13, 2012. During the shura, local elders and Marine leaders gathered to discuss future plans ... More
A member of the Afghan National Police drives a tractor
A member of the Afghan National Police drives a tractor to the next poppy field during the poppy eradication phase of Operation Shafuq, April 22. The mission took place in the district of Nad ‘Ali and lasted fo... More
Afghan National Army Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the 215th
Afghan National Army Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the 215th Corps commanding general, addresses the soldiers of 1st Brigade, 215th Corps here, May 2, 2012. Malook was among a group of senior ANA officials who visit... More
Soldiers with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army
Soldiers with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army Corps, patrol through Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan during Operation Shafuq, April 19. The ANA paired with the Afghan National Police to clear the area of poppy and... More
Gunnery sergeants in the Staff Non-commissioned Officer
Gunnery sergeants in the Staff Non-commissioned Officer Academy’s advanced course perform a casualty evacuation drill on Camp Hansen. The academy’s mission is to provide staff non-commissioned officers of demon... More
Afghan National Army Brig. Gen. Muhammad Ali Sujaie,
Afghan National Army Brig. Gen. Muhammad Ali Sujaie, the 1st Brigade, 215th Corps commanding general, and U.S. Marine Col. Roger B. Turner, the Regimental Combat Team 5 commanding officer, listen intently to a ... More
A linguist with Charlie Company, 3rd Light Armored
A linguist with Charlie Company, 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, prepares for prayer here, May 14, 2012. Since arriving in Helmand province’s Khan Neshin district in early May, the Charlie Co. Marin... More
Afghan National Army Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the ANA
Afghan National Army Maj. Gen. Sayeed Malook, the ANA 215th Corps commander, speaks to soldiers of 1st Brigade, 215th Corps during his visit here, May 31, 2012. Malook visited ANA soldiers, while U.S. Marine Ge... More
Colonel Roger B. Turner, commanding officer of Regimental
Colonel Roger B. Turner, commanding officer of Regimental Combat Team 5, speaks to those in attendance of a Memorial Day Ceremony here, May 28, 2012. During the ceremony, those in attendance remembered the men ... More
Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 stand at attention
Marines with Regimental Combat Team 5 stand at attention during the playing of the Marine Corps Hymn during a Memorial Day Ceremony here, May 28, 2012. During the ceremony, those in attendance remembered the me... More
Elders from nearby villages depart a district elder’s
Elders from nearby villages depart a district elder’s shura here, May 13, 2012. During the shura, local elders and Marine leaders gathered to discuss future plans for the district as Afghan forces prepare to ta... More
A soldier with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army
A soldier with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army Corps, stops to pray during Operation Shafuq in Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan, April 20. The operation was Afghan-led from the planning stages all the way to the f... More
An Afghan National Army soldier with 1st Brigade, 215th
An Afghan National Army soldier with 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, salutes Lt. Gen. Mohammad Akram, the ANA's vice chief of general staff, here, May 2, 2012. Akram and other senior ANA officials awarded nine soldie... More
Marines from Military Police Support Company, Headquarters
Marines from Military Police Support Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, move a simulated casualty on a stretcher during a Tactical Combat Casual Care class on... More
Sgt. Jason Lichtefeld, left, with Military Police Support
Sgt. Jason Lichtefeld, left, with Military Police Support Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, the main caregiver, places a nasopharyngeal airway into the nose o... More
Marines and sailors with 3rd Medical Battalion conduct
Marines and sailors with 3rd Medical Battalion conduct tactical combat casualty care during a training exercise on Camp Hansen Sept. 12.
Soldiers with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army
Soldiers with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army Corps, patrol through Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan, during Operation Shafuq, April 19. The operation was Afghan-led with different elements of the Afghan National ... More
An Afghan National Army soldier with Military Police
An Afghan National Army soldier with Military Police Tolai, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, fires a .50 caliber machinegun during a crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. The soldiers conducted the range under... More
U.S. Navy Commander Mark Winward, chaplain for Regimental
U.S. Navy Commander Mark Winward, chaplain for Regimental Combat Team 5, address the attendees of a Memorial Day Ceremony here, May 28, 2012. During the ceremony, those in attendance remembered the men and wome... More
Afghan National Army Brig. Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie,
Afghan National Army Brig. Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie, the 1st Brigade, 215th Corps commanding general, addresses his soldiers on here, May 2, 2012. Sujaie and visiting senior ANA officials awarded nine soldiers ... More
Soldiers with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army
Soldiers with 3rd Brigade, 215th Afghan National Army Corps, sight in on the enemy during a firefight during Operation Shafuq, April 19. The operation lasted five days and called for the eradication of poppy an... More
Lance Cpl. Roy Arnold, a military policeman with Military
Lance Cpl. Roy Arnold, a military policeman with Military Police Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, watches as Cpl. Rolden Dematera, a soldier with the Philipp... More
U.S. Marine Sergeant James C. Palacios (right), a native
U.S. Marine Sergeant James C. Palacios (right), a native of San Bernardino, Calif., and member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, buys potatoes in a local bazaar here, May 20, 2... More
U.S. Marine Cpl. Anton Ioda, a member of Civil Affairs
U.S. Marine Cpl. Anton Ioda, a member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, holds security during a patrol here, May 20, 2012. Marines from Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, R... More
Khan Neshin District Governor Shah Mahmood speaks with
Khan Neshin District Governor Shah Mahmood speaks with local village elders here, May 13, 2012. During the shura, local elders and Marine leaders gathered to discuss future plans for the district as Afghan forc... More
Spent .50 caliber machinegun shells and ammunition
Spent .50 caliber machinegun shells and ammunition boxes cover the ground during a crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. The rounds were fired by Afghan National Army military policemen with MP Tolai, 1... More
Afghan National Army soldiers take a break during a
Afghan National Army soldiers take a break during a crew served weapons range here, May 24, 2012. The soldiers are military policeman with MP Tolai, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, and work under the guidance of U.S.... More
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Clingan, commanding officer
U.S. Marine Lt. Col. Mark Clingan, commanding officer of 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, shares a childhood anecdote with local elders during a district elder’s shura here, May 13, 2012. During the ... More
Sgt. Jason Lichtefeld, left, the main caregiver, rushes
Sgt. Jason Lichtefeld, left, the main caregiver, rushes to the aid of Cpl. Daniel Malmberg, a simulated casualty, during a Tactical Combat Casual Care class on Camp Schwab March 17. Both are with Military Polic... More
Staff Sgt. Renante Armamento, a martial arts instructor
Staff Sgt. Renante Armamento, a martial arts instructor with the Armed Forces of the Philippines Marine Corps, leads U.S. service members in warm-up exercises prior to beginning stick fighting during Balikatan ... More
Marines reclaim beach from trash, debris
Marines don plastic gloves and fill trash bags full of debris during a beach cleanup at Kin Red beach Aug. 13. Countless bags of trash and other debris were collected during the cleanup effort.
Afghan National Army soldiers with 4th Kandak, 1st
Afghan National Army soldiers with 4th Kandak, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, prepare for a night fire shoot of the 122 millimeter D30 Howitzer here, May 5, 2012. Major Gen. Sayeed Malook, the 215th Corps commanding... More
Afghan National Army Brig. Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie,
Afghan National Army Brig. Gen. Mohammad Ali Sujaie, the 1st Brigade, 215th Corps commanding general, waits with his staff here, May 2, 2012, for the arrival of senior ANA leadership. Prior to their arrival, Su... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gelson Orantes, a member of
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gelson Orantes, a member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, patrols through the local bazaar here, May 20, 2012. Orantes and his fellow civil affairs Mari... More
An Afghan National Army soldier with 4th Kandak, 1st
An Afghan National Army soldier with 4th Kandak, 1st Brigade, 215th Corps, adjusts the sights for the 122 millimeter D30 Howitzer here, May 5, 2012. The 4th Kandak artillery section has made great strides under... More
Marines with Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment,
Marines with Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, patrol through a local bazaar here, May 20, 2012. Currently attached to 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, the civil affair... More
U.S. Marine Sergeant James C. Palacios, a native of
U.S. Marine Sergeant James C. Palacios, a native of San Bernadino, Calif., and member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, patrols through a local bazaar here, May 20, 2012. On hi... More
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gelson Orantes, a member of
U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Gelson Orantes, a member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, patrols through the local bazaar here, May 20, 2012. Orantes and his fellow civil affairs Mari... More
U.S. Marine Sgt. Patrick Clark, a member of Civil Affairs
U.S. Marine Sgt. Patrick Clark, a member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, provides security in a local bazaar during a patrol here, May 20, 2012. Currently in support of 3rd L... More
An Afghan Uniformed Police patrolman stands guard at
An Afghan Uniformed Police patrolman stands guard at a local construction site here, May 20, 2012. The AUP are tasked with providing security to the local contractors building the school for the people of Khan ... More
Marines gain knowledge of local culture
Col. David P. Olszowy, Camp Hansen camp commander, gives an opening statement prior to a brief on Okinawan history at the staff noncommissioned officers lounge at the Palms, March 23.
Armed Forces of the Philippines Marines maintain security
Armed Forces of the Philippines Marines maintain security after clearing a room during Exercise Balikatan 2011 on Fort Magsaysay, April 8. Balikatan means “shoulder to shoulder,” which represents the bilateral ... More
Marines enhance egress skills. U.S. Marine expeditionary force
Marines evacuate an Amphibious Assault Vehicle during submerged vehicle egress training on Camp Hansen, June 2. The Marines are temporarily stationed in Okinawa and attached to Combat Assault Battalion, 3rd Mar... More
A Marine with Company F communicates with USS Tortuga
A Marine with Company F communicates with USS Tortuga via radio as his boat heads through the surf to White Beach Naval Facility June 28. The Marines and USS Tortuga conducted launch and recovery operations to ... More
Petty Officer 3rd Class Glenn P. Rians, middle, hospital
Petty Officer 3rd Class Glenn P. Rians, middle, hospital corpsman, discusses patient care with Marines and sailors with 3rd Medical Battalion during a training exercise on Camp Hansen Sept. 13. The Marines and ... More
Corey Lawson, attempts to make a shot during a 3-point
Corey Lawson, attempts to make a shot during a 3-point shooting contest on Camp Hansen Aug. 27. The competition allowed for attendees of Hansen Festival to challenge each other.
Marines race from the start line of the three-mile
Marines race from the start line of the three-mile run portion of a physical fitness test during the 2nd Annual Bushido Challenge May 20 at Camp Hansen. After the PFT, Marines were allotted the remainder of the... More
The Combat Rubber Raiding Craft is the boat of choice
The Combat Rubber Raiding Craft is the boat of choice for the Raiders of Company F. The Marines used the boats to conduct launch and recovery operations June 28.
A local elder speaks with U.S. Marine Capt. Matthew
A local elder speaks with U.S. Marine Capt. Matthew Pederson, the commander of Charlie Company, 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, during a patrol here, May 15, 2012. Since arriving in Helmand province... More
Afghan National Police man tractors as they prepare
Afghan National Police man tractors as they prepare to plow the poppy fields of Nad ‘Ali, Afghanistan during Operation Shafuq, April 22. The operation called for the Grenadier Guards of Inkerman Company to supp... More
Senior Afghan and Marine officials watch as illumination
Senior Afghan and Marine officials watch as illumination rounds light up the sky near Combat Outpost Fiddler's Green, May 6, 2012. Major Gen. Sayeed Malook, the 215th Corps commanding general, and U.S. Marine M... More
U.S. Marine Sgt. Orlando Moreno, a Los Angeles native
U.S. Marine Sgt. Orlando Moreno, a Los Angeles native with Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, holds security during a work site survey here, May 19, 2012. The team visited two diff... More
Children from a local village playfully tease Marines
Children from a local village playfully tease Marines as they patrol through their village here, May 15, 2012. Since arriving in Helmand province’s Khan Neshin district in early May, the Marines with Charlie Co... More
Senior Afghan National Army officials, salute during
Senior Afghan National Army officials, salute during the Afghan National Anthem here, May 2, 2012. The officials included Lt. Gen. Mohammad Akram, the ANA's vice chief of general staff, and Maj. Gen. Sayeed Mal... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Kenneth M. Lipscomb II checks
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Kenneth M. Lipscomb II checks the location of firing points in the fire direction center here, May 5, 2012. Lipscomb is a member of the incoming Combat Support Advisory Team, comprised ma... More
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Robert Miranda (center), the
U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Robert Miranda (center), the chief of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, speaks to a construction worker with his linguist here, May 20, 2012. Miranda and th... More
Pfc. Demarquis Porch, a field wireman with Communications
Pfc. Demarquis Porch, a field wireman with Communications Company, Headquarters Battalion, 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, performs stick fighting technique used in Pekiti Tirsia Kali, a Fi... More
Lance Cpl. Tinashe Ngewenya, a member of “Beast Mode,”
Lance Cpl. Tinashe Ngewenya, a member of “Beast Mode,” a team participating in the 2nd Annual Bushido Challenge, sprints with ammunition cans during the Bushido Challenge at Camp Hansen May 20.
U.S. Marine Sgt. James C. Palacios, a native of San
U.S. Marine Sgt. James C. Palacios, a native of San Bernardino, Calif., and member of Civil Affairs Team 4, Kilo Detachment, Regimental Combat Team 5, holds security at a local construction site here, May 20, 2... More