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Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, with Headquarters&Service Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, splashes his Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from White Beach during rehearsals for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'97.  KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV).  KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Lance Corporal Alexander T. Acocello, with Headquarters&Service...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Mcb Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sho... More

Dentl Technicin Second Clss (DT2) Cruz Webb of First Dentl Bttlion holds nchor rope for the field hospitl tent while Hospitl Corpsmn (HM) Lnce Newmn of Nvl Trining Center (NTC) Brnch Medicl Clinic pounds in the securing stke during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, Cmp Pendleton, Cliforni. KERNEL BLITZ is bi-nnul Commnder-in-CHIEF Pcific (CINCPAC) fleet trining exercise (FLEETEX) focused on opertionl/tcticl trining of Commnder, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Mrine Expeditionry Forces (I MEF) nd Commnder, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Mrine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhnce the trining of Silors nd Mrines in the complexities of brigde-size...

Dentl Technicin Second Clss (DT2) Cruz Webb of First Dentl Bttlion hol...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Dental Technician Second Class (DT2) Cruz Webb of First Dental Battalion holds anchor rope for the field hospital tent while Hos... More

Aviation Boatswains Mate Third Class Curtis Rowe directs a Marine helicopter from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 163 toward the USS TARAWA (LHA 1) flight deck during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton. KERNEL BLITZ is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Aviation Boatswains Mate Third Class Curtis Rowe directs a Marine heli...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PH1(Nac) Stephen Batiz, USN Release Status: Released to Publ... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, return to the USS Anchorage (LSD-36), during exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amphibious Assault Batta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Private First Class Cecilio Hernandez of 3rd platoon, Charlie Company, 1ST Battalion, 4th Marines, 1ST Marine Division, chows down on an MRE (Meals Ready to Eat) on Red Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Private First Class Cecilio Hernandez of 3rd platoon, Charlie Company,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) 28 approaches the beach on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC) 28 approaches the beach on D-Day d...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

The USS TARAWA (LHA 1) naval amphibious assault ship on patrol off Southern California in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

The USS TARAWA (LHA 1) naval amphibious assault ship on patrol off Sou...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) Douglas S. Bean, USN ... More

Three soldiers from the 3d Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, US Army National Guard, secure a building in the Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) facility at Camp Pendleton, California, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Three soldiers from the 3d Battalion, 160th Infantry Regiment, US Army...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle breaks through the surf zone during the D-Day assault for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle breaks through the surf zone during...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Soldiers from the 3d Battalion, 160th Infantry Battalion, US Army National Guard, send a situational report during maneuvers near the MOUT (Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain) facility on Camp Pendleton, California during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Soldiers from the 3d Battalion, 160th Infantry Battalion, US Army Nati...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

An AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter patrols the sky on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter patrols the sky on D-Day during Exerci...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Seen from the shore, USS DENVER (LPD 9) sits off the coast of Camp Pendleton on D-day of Exercsie KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Seen from the shore, USS DENVER (LPD 9) sits off the coast of Camp Pen...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Two Marines with 1ST Combat Engineer Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, detonate demolitions during the amphibious assault on Red Beach, KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Two Marines with 1ST Combat Engineer Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, d...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Fire Control Technicians Third Class Ben Mitchell and John Rhodes performing preventitive maintenance on USS TARAWA's (LHA 1) MK 15 Phalanx Close In Weapons System (CIWS) while on patrol off Southern California in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Fire Control Technicians Third Class Ben Mitchell and John Rhodes perf...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PHC(Nac) Douglas S. Bean, USN Release Status: Released to Pu... More

Medical personnel assigned to the Fleet Hospital during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, triage causalities during a Mass Casualty exercise. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Medical personnel assigned to the Fleet Hospital during Exercise KERNE...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marines role-playing as casualties receive field medical treatment at Red Beach, Camp Pendleton, California following an amphibious assault during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines role-playing as casualties receive field medical treatment at ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) or Amtracs are ground guided into their assigned positions on board the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) which can hold 12 AAVs in its enormous well deck. The AAVs would play a serious role in securing the beachhead during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of...

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) or Amtracs are ground guided into...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) or Amtracs are ground guided into their assigned positions on board the USS Anchorage (LSD-... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) approaches the well deck of the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) (not shown) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations. held at Camp Pendleton, California

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) approaches the well deck of the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

Sailors from the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52) pull guide lines in from the refueling ship in preperation for replinishment during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Sailors from the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52) pull guide lines in from th...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Ope... More

Sailors site in the MK 38 25mm Bushmaster Machine Gun System (MGS) and test dry fires prior to the real thing during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Sailors site in the MK 38 25mm Bushmaster Machine Gun System (MGS) and...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Marine with 1ST Marine Division, 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, Echo Company, take classes conducted by the Navy for Naval drills that will be performed by Marines and Sailors aboard the USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD-39) off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'99. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious...

Marine with 1ST Marine Division, 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, Echo Compa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Marine with 1ST Marine Division, 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, Echo Company, take classes conducted by the Navy for Naval drills th... More

Obstacles placed on Red Beach to simulate combat situation for oncoming force during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Obstacles placed on Red Beach to simulate combat situation for oncomin...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Assault on Red Beach by air support and sea during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 aboard Camp Pendleton, California. CH-53E Super Stallions are seen up high with an AH-1W Super Cobra down low providing cover for a Light Armored Vehicle-25 (LAV-25). KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Assault on Red Beach by air support and sea during Exercise KERNEL BLI...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Reconnaissance Battalion fast rope off a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter to their position in the battle zone during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99. Located at Red Beach, Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Reconnaissance Battalion fast rope off a CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Tnk Compny emerges from the ocen s they begin to ssult the bech during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ t Red Bech, Cmp Pendleton, Cliforni. From left to right- M9 Armored Combt Erth mover (ACE); Abrms M1A1 Min Bttle Tnk (MBT) with M1 Mine Clering Blde System; AAVP-7A1 Amphibious Assult Vehicle. KERNEL BLITZ is bi-nnul Commnder-in-CHIEF Pcific (CINCPAC) fleet trining exercise (FLEETEX) focused on opertionl/tcticl trining of Commnder, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Mrine Expeditionry Forces (MEF) nd Commnder, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Mrine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhnce the trining of Silors nd Mrines in the complexities of brigde-size...

Tnk Compny emerges from the ocen s they begin to ssult the bech during...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Tank Company emerges from the ocean as they begin to assault the beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ at Red Beach, Camp Pendleton... More

Marine from 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion (3rd AABn) calls in for close air support from his LP/OP (listening post/observation post) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine from 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion (3rd AABn) calls in for cl...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. –  In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, technicians begin removing the cables from the crane holding the Soft Capture Mechanism (SCM), part of the Soft Capture and Rendezvous System, or SCRS.  The SCM rests on the Flight Support System, or FSS,carrier and will be mated to the carrier.  The SCRS will enable the future rendezvous, capture and safe disposal of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope by either a crewed or robotic mission. The ring-like device attaches to Hubble’s aft bulkhead. The SCRS greatly increases the current shuttle capture interfaces on Hubble, therefore significantly reducing the rendezvous and capture design complexities associated with the disposal mission.  The FSS will join the Multi-Use Lightweight Equipment, or MULE, carrier, the Super Lightweight Interchangeable Carrier and the Orbital Replacement Unit Carrier as payload on space shuttle Atlantis's STS-125 mission. The payload is scheduled to go to Launch Pad 39A in mid-September to be installed into Atlantis' payload bay. Atlantis is targeted to launch Oct. 8 at 1:34 a.m. EDT. Photo credit: NASA/Troy Cryder KSC-08pd2441

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, technicians begin removing the cables from the crane holding the Soft Capture Mechanism (SCM), part of the Sof... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Between 1962 and 1963, the Mission Control Center was modified to handle the additional complexities of the Gemini Program. In 1962, Pan American World Airways Inc. was contracted to design an addition to the facility, which wrapped around the east, north, and most of the west and south sides.           The Mercury Mission Control Center in Florida played a key role in the United States' early spaceflight program. Located at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, the original part of the building was constructed between 1956 and 1958, with additions in 1959 and 1963. The facility officially was transferred to NASA on Dec. 26, 1963, and served as mission control during all the Project Mercury missions, as well as the first three flights of the Gemini Program, when it was renamed Mission Control Center. With its operational days behind, on June 1, 1967, the Mission Control Center became a stop on the public tour of NASA facilities until the mid-90s. In 1999, much of the equipment and furnishings from the Flight Control Area were moved to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex where they became part of the exhibit there. The building was demolished in spring 2010. Photo credit: NASA KSC-LOC-63-1971

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Between 1962 and 1963, the Mission Control Cent...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Between 1962 and 1963, the Mission Control Center was modified to handle the additional complexities of the Gemini Program. In 1962, Pan American World Airways Inc. was contracted to desi... More

Sailors onboard USS KAMEHAMEHA (SSN 642) prepare to get underway in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Sailors onboard USS KAMEHAMEHA (SSN 642) prepare to get underway in su...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Naval Air Station, North Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene ... More

An Aussie diver in wetsuit from Australian Clearance Diving Team One carries his oxygen closed circuit rebreather (over right shoulder) to the stern deck ramp of USS Denver (LPD 9) for a night dive with the rest of his team during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 off coast of Southern California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious...

An Aussie diver in wetsuit from Australian Clearance Diving Team One c...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: An Aussie diver in wetsuit from Australian Clearance Diving Team One carries his oxygen closed circuit rebreather (over right sh... More

Hospital Corpsman 1ST Class Arthur Cachero of Naval Hospital San Diego prepares the combat gear he will be using during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 held off coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Hospital Corpsman 1ST Class Arthur Cachero of Naval Hospital San Diego...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Sergeant Croft from 5th Platoon 1ST Force Reconnaissance Company, aboard the USS PELELIU (LHA-5) prepares his gear for the Reconnaissance and Surveillance mission during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Sergeant Croft from 5th Platoon 1ST Force Reconnaissance Company, aboa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Peleliu (LHA 5) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sh... More

Captian George K. Gill, Commander of Alpha Company, 23rd Marines, holds an insertion brief aboard USS TARAWA (LHA 1) before loading on Marine helicopters during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Captian George K. Gill, Commander of Alpha Company, 23rd Marines, hold...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene C... More

Lance Corporal Fredrick Zirges, Communications Company, Marine Wing Support Squadron, 3d Air Wing, makes an operational phone check using a Single Channel Ground and Airborne System (SINCGARS) AN/VRC-89 vehicular short-range/long-range radio during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Fredrick Zirges, Communications Company, Marine Wing Su...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

An AH-1W Super Cobra gunship makes an approach into the impact area of Marine Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) Twenty-Nine Palms to unleash ordnance during the Supporting Arms Coordination Exercise (SACEX) portion of Exercsie KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An AH-1W Super Cobra gunship makes an approach into the impact area of...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Mcagcc, Twentynine Palms State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Mission commanders of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 attend a pre-assault brief aboard USS TARAWA (LHA 1) the eve before a major assault on enemy forces at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Mission commanders of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 attend a pre-assault b...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) Jeff... More

Marines prepare to patrol, after crossing a beach barrier during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The red patch identifies Landing Support Battalion personnel. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines prepare to patrol, after crossing a beach barrier during Exerc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Marines from Landing Support Battalion (identified by red patch) move in towards RED BEACH, Camp Pendleton, California, as they took the beach during exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97'. The Marine's weapon is a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle. He is draped with 5.56mm blank ammo for the Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW), M249 Light Machine Gun. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from Landing Support Battalion (identified by red patch) move ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ 97' Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Backed by an Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT), Sergeant Brian Barnhart from 2nd Platoon, Alpha Company secures the beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is armed with 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle with an attached M203 40mm Grenade Launcher. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Backed by an Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT), Sergeant Brian Barnha...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Two Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 374, 3rd Marine Air Wing based at Marine Corps Air Station, Tustin, California, perform a hot refuel on an AV-8B Harrier from VMFA-214, 3rd Marine Air Wing, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona during KERNEL BLITZ '97 at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size...

Two Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 374, 3rd Marine Air Wing...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Two Marines from Marine Wing Support Squadron 374, 3rd Marine Air Wing based at Marine Corps Air Station, Tustin, California, pe... More

Field Hospital emergency trauma team members treat simulated injured personnel during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97'. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Field Hospital emergency trauma team members treat simulated injured p...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ 97' Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marines from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) tend to a wounded who was injured in a simulated SCUD attack on Red Beach, at Camp Pendleton during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) tend to a wounde...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1) gunner waits in the well deck of the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) until a deckhand can ground guide him into position during KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAVP7A1) gunner waits in the well deck of ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

The Flight cew stands by on board the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) while a CH-46E Sea Knight prepares to touch down during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

The Flight cew stands by on board the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) while a C...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

Signals are given from the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52) for the coordination of the three ships while refueling during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. The far ship is the USS Bon Homme Richard (LHD-6). KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Signals are given from the USS Pearl Harbor (LSD-52) for the coordinat...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Ope... More

A MK-154 Mine Clearance Launcher mounted in a AAVP-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle lines up behind a Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) with a mine plow at a breech site minefield obstacle on Red Beach, Camp Pendleton, during rehearsals for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A MK-154 Mine Clearance Launcher mounted in a AAVP-7A1 Amphibious Assa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) swim towards the beachhead commencing the assault on Red Beach. Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon minesweepers off the USS ANCHORAGE (LSD-36) probe the waters, for mines surrounding the amphibious landing, during rehearsals for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ `99. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-Chief Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1st Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) swim towards the beachhead commenc...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Marines attached to ships plattoon, on board USS ANCHORAGE (LSD-36) makes coffee cake for the morning meal of 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion (AABN) during KERNEL BLITZ '99, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines attached to ships plattoon, on board USS ANCHORAGE (LSD-36) ma...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

Beachmaster directs M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) from LCAC (Landing Craft, Air Cushioned) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 aboard Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Beachmaster directs M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (H...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Major Valli finalizes 3rd Amphibious Armored Vehicle Battalion's (AAVBN) staging and mess sights at Camp Pendleton, California during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Major Valli finalizes 3rd Amphibious Armored Vehicle Battalion's (AAVB...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Marines from 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion( AABN) role up the tent sides at the conclusion of KERNEL BLITZ '99, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion( AABN) role up the tent ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Camp Lee, Virginia.  Even as you and I, the soldier at this time of year may be found, whenever there is time , scratching his head over the complexities of his income tax return. Private Jack Lewis is deep in the annual problem

Camp Lee, Virginia. Even as you and I, the soldier at this time of ye...

Public domain photograph of Virginia, 1930s, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. –  In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, the Soft Capture Mechanism (SCM), part of the Soft Capture and Rendezvous System, or SCRS,  is being prepared for transfer to the Flight Support System, or FSS, carrier. The SCRS will enable the future rendezvous, capture and safe disposal of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope by either a crewed or robotic mission. The ring-like device attaches to Hubble’s aft bulkhead. The SCRS greatly increases the current shuttle capture interfaces on Hubble, therefore significantly reducing the rendezvous and capture design complexities associated with the disposal mission.  The FSS will join the Multi-Use Lightweight Equipment, or MULE, carrier, the Super Lightweight Interchangeable Carrier and the Orbital Replacement Unit Carrier as payload on space shuttle Atlantis's STS-125 mission. The payload is scheduled to go to Launch Pad 39A in mid-September to be installed into Atlantis' payload bay. Atlantis is targeted to launch Oct. 8 at 1:34 a.m. EDT. Photo credit: NASA/Troy Cryder KSC-08pd2432

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, the Soft Capture Mechanism (SCM), part of the Soft Capture and Rendezvous System, or SCRS, is being prepared ... More

A Abrams M1-A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) is loaded aboard a Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC), from Assault Craft Unit 5 (ACU 5), DET BRAVO, for transport to USS COMSTOCK (LSD 45) at White Beach, Camp Pendleton, California. The USS COMSTOCK is participating in Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on erational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault...

A Abrams M1-A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) is loaded aboard a Landing Craft...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: A Abrams M1-A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) is loaded aboard a Landing Craft, Air Cushioned (LCAC), from Assault Craft Unit 5 (ACU 5),... More

Captain Chris Ames, Commanding Officer of the USS TARAWA (LHA 1) reads message traffic on the bridge during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton. KERNEL BLITZ is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Captain Chris Ames, Commanding Officer of the USS TARAWA (LHA 1) reads...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: Stephen Batiz, PH1(Nac), USN Release Status: Released to Pub... More

US Army National Guard Reservists dig an obstacle on Red Beach with D-7 bulldozer during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

US Army National Guard Reservists dig an obstacle on Red Beach with D-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Lance Corporal Eric Wagner, Crash Fire & Rescue, Marine Wing Support Squadron, 3d Marine Air Wing, fills an emergency wash tank during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Eric Wagner, Crash Fire & Rescue, Marine Wing Support S...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines from 2d Squad, 3d Platoon, Charlie Company 1/4, 1ST Marine Division, rehearse a beach assault prior to D-Day during Exercise Kernel Blitz 97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines from 2d Squad, 3d Platoon, Charlie Company 1/4, 1ST Marine Div...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Aviation Boatswains Mate CHIEF Rick "Boats" Poedtke holds the hand of a flight deck crewman acting as a messenger for a fire fighting drill on board USS TARAWA (LHA 1) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Personnel in yellow jerseys are in charge of flight deck. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Aviation Boatswains Mate CHIEF Rick "Boats" Poedtke holds the hand of ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PH1(Nac) Stephen B... More

Lance Corporal Nathan Burgau from helicopter squadron HMLA 369, Camp Pendleton, California, watches the activities of the flight deck on USS TARAWA (LHA 1) through the door window of a Bell UH-1 Huey during Exercise Kernel Blitz '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Nathan Burgau from helicopter squadron HMLA 369, Camp P...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene C... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amibious Assault Battalion returns to the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 3d Amibious Assault Batta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marines pass in front of flight deck control after departing their helicopter during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marines pass in front of flight deck control after departing their hel...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene C... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 1ST Platoon, Bravo Company, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, rolls down the beach while LCAC's (Landing Craft, Air Cushioned) from ACU-5 return to shore during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV-7A1) from 1ST Platoon, Bravo Compan...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

The 1ST Marine Division, 3rd Amphibious Assault Battilion, "Fox Company", assault the air field on San Clemente Island in Amphibian Assault Vehicles model 7A1 (AAV 7A1) during support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

The 1ST Marine Division, 3rd Amphibious Assault Battilion, "Fox Compan...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: San Clemente Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comman... More

An Army Medic with the 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard, administers triage treatment to a wounded (simulated) soldier from the same unit near the MOUT (Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain) facility, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Army Medic with the 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Opposition Forces (OPFOR) attack the Marines with an M136 AT-4 light anti-tank weapon during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Opposition Forces (OPFOR) attack the Marines with an M136 AT-4 light a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Lance Corporal Benny Gonzales of 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion maintains security over a (simulated) wounded Marine Corporal Derek Cyzmer, an instructor at the School of Infantry (SOI), during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. AAV-7A1 Amphibious Assault Vehicle is seen in background. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Benny Gonzales of 3rd Amphibious Assault Battalion main...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97. Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scen... More

Members of Seal Team 3 transmit a surf report during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Members of Seal Team 3 transmit a surf report during Exercise KERNEL B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Army Medic SPECIALIST 4 Moreno prepares to administer First Aid to a wounded (simulated) soldier, also from 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Army Medic SPECIALIST 4 Moreno prepares to administer First Aid to a w...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

A Marine rushes up a hill with a M2 .50 caliber machine gun receiver after assaulting Red Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine rushes up a hill with a M2 .50 caliber machine gun receiver a...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

The USS TARAWA (LHA 1) sits off the coast of Southern California prior to the amphibious landing for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

The USS TARAWA (LHA 1) sits off the coast of Southern California prior...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USS Tarawa Scene Camera Operat... More

Medics from 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard, carry a (simulated) wounded Marine from 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1ST Marine Division, into a Bradley M4 fighting vehicle near the MOUT (Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain) facility on Camp Pendleton, California, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of...

Medics from 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard, carry a (...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Medics from 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard, carry a (simulated) wounded Marine from 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, ... More

An Army Medic with the 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard checks the vital signs of a (simulated) wounded Marine during Exercise Kernel Blitz '97 off the coast of Southern California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Army Medic with the 126th Medical Battalion, US Army National Guard...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Marine Helicopter Squadron HMM-163 CH-46E Sea Knights conducting aerial troop assault on Camp Pendleton launched from USS TARAWA (LHA 1) naval amphibious assault ship on patrol off Southern California in support of exercise Kernel Blitz '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Helicopter Squadron HMM-163 CH-46E Sea Knights conducting aeria...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

A Navy CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Helicopter Combat Support Squadron-11 (HC-11) practices a hoist over the hospital ship USNS MERCY (T AH 19) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Navy CH-46E Sea Knight helicopter from Helicopter Combat Support Squ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Usns Mercy (T-AH 19) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: USNS MERCY Scene Camera ... More

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) belonging to the 1ST Marines 3rd Battalion, returns to its temporary home aboard the USS JUNEAU (LPD 10) after successfully completing missions ashore during Exercise KERNAL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

An Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV) belonging to the 1ST Marines 3rd B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Juneau (LPD 10) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Major Command Shown: 1ST Marines 3rd Battalion ... More

Crewmen from Marine Wing Support Squadron 374 prepare a AV-8B Harrier for flight during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Crewmen from Marine Wing Support Squadron 374 prepare a AV-8B Harrier ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

A UH-60A Blackhawk Medical Evacuation Helicopter touches down in a field during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The exercise largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A UH-60A Blackhawk Medical Evacuation Helicopter touches down in a fie...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Marine with 3rd Tracks refueling an Amtrack or Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV7A1) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 held on Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine with 3rd Tracks refueling an Amtrack or Amphibious Assault Vehi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) are ground guided into their assigned positions in the enormous well deck on board the USS Anchorage (LSD-36) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, held at Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicles (AAV7A1) are ground guided into their assi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Anchorage (LSD 36) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operat... More

Dolphins racing the ship (unidentified) jump the choppy waves below as sailors sit and wait for a live fire test during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Dolphins racing the ship (unidentified) jump the choppy waves below as...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Cam... More

Marine with 1ST Marine Division, 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, Echo Company, 1ST platoon eat chow aboard the USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD-39) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'99.  KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV).  KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine with 1ST Marine Division, 2nd Battalion 5th Marines, Echo Compa...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Mcb Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sho... More

Simulated line charge from a Mk 154 LMC (Launcher Mine Clearance) attached to an AAV-P7A1 (right) goes f on Red Beach during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '99 held at Camp Pendleton, California. The line charge allows the Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) to move forward as AH-1W Super Cobra helicopter provides fire support. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training Sailors and Marines in the complexities...

Simulated line charge from a Mk 154 LMC (Launcher Mine Clearance) atta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Simulated line charge from a Mk 154 LMC (Launcher Mine Clearance) attached to an AAV-P7A1 (right) goes off on Red Beach during E... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. –  In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, technicians check the connections on the Soft Capture Mechanism (SCM), part of the Soft Capture and Rendezvous System, or SCRS, being mated to the Flight Support System, or FSS, carrier. The SCRS will enable the future rendezvous, capture and safe disposal of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope by either a crewed or robotic mission. The ring-like device attaches to Hubble’s aft bulkhead. The SCRS greatly increases the current shuttle capture interfaces on Hubble, therefore significantly reducing the rendezvous and capture design complexities associated with the disposal mission.  The FSS will join the Multi-Use Lightweight Equipment, or MULE, carrier, the Super Lightweight Interchangeable Carrier and the Orbital Replacement Unit Carrier as payload on space shuttle Atlantis's STS-125 mission. The payload is scheduled to go to Launch Pad 39A in mid-September to be installed into Atlantis' payload bay. Atlantis is targeted to launch Oct. 8 at 1:34 a.m. EDT. Photo credit: NASA/Troy Cryder KSC-08pd2443

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, technicians check the connections on the Soft Capture Mechanism (SCM), part of the Soft Capture and Rendezvous... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, a technician removes the protective cover from the Soft Capture and Rendezvous System, or SCRS.  The SCRS will enable the future rendezvous, capture and safe disposal of Hubble by either a crewed or robotic mission. The SCRS greatly increases the current shuttle capture interfaces on Hubble, therefore significantly reducing the rendezvous and capture design complexities associated with the disposal mission. The SCRS comprises the Soft Capture Mechanism system and the Relative Navigation System and is part of the payload on the fifth and final Hubble servicing mission, STS-125, targeted for launch Oct. 8.  Photo credit: NASA/Jack Pfaller KSC-08pd2385

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. – In the Payload Hazardous Servicing Facility at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, a technician removes the protective cover from the Soft Capture and Rendezvous System, or SCRS. The SCRS will ... More

Marine Private First Class Jeremy Hounshell, from 2d Squad 3d Platoon, Charlie Company, 1/4, 1ST Marine Division, Opposition Force (OPFOR) practices squad tactics utilizing his 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle on White Beach during the rehearsal for bious assault during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ'97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size...

Marine Private First Class Jeremy Hounshell, from 2d Squad 3d Platoon,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Marine Private First Class Jeremy Hounshell, from 2d Squad 3d Platoon, Charlie Company, 1/4, 1ST Marine Division, Opposition For... More

Lieutenant Josie Jankins of Naval Medical Clinic Port Hueneme checks in with Hospital Corpsman Woodward Partridge of 1ST Medical Battalion prior to receiving gear for Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 held off coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lieutenant Josie Jankins of Naval Medical Clinic Port Hueneme checks i...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Maj... More

Hospital Corpsman Second Class Lisa (HM2) Drumm of Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD) Branch Medical Clinic, San Diego, California (CA), prepares camouflage netting to cover the field hospital during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, Camp Pendleton, CA. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (I MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Hospital Corpsman Second Class Lisa (HM2) Drumm of Marine Corps Recrui...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

US Navy personnel transport heavy equipment by LCU (Landing Craft Utility) into the well deck of the USS PELELIU (LHA-5) off the coast of Camp Pendleton, California, during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

US Navy personnel transport heavy equipment by LCU (Landing Craft Util...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Peleliu (LHA 5) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Opera... More

Lance Corporal Elbert James and Corporal Ron Lee of 7th Motor Transport Battalion load and secure an LVS-14 (Logistics Vehicle System) in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97 held off coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lance Corporal Elbert James and Corporal Ron Lee of 7th Motor Transpor...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Lieutenant Commander Kristen Schlief of First Medical Battalion, installs a support post to hold up the camouflage netting covering the field medical hospital during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97, Camp Pendleton, California. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (I MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lieutenant Commander Kristen Schlief of First Medical Battalion, insta...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

The 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and Amphibious Squadron One staff members conduct the morning operations brief aboard the USS PELELIU (LHA-5) during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ 97. KERNEL BLITZ is a bi-annual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

The 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and Amphibious Squadron One s...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ Base: Uss Peleliu (LHA 5) State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Sh... More

Sergent Mrcos Enriquez, D Co, 3d Amphibious Assult Bttlion, 1ST Mrine Division, (front row w/ bck to viewer), holds muster with opposing forces (OPFOR) prior to chow. During Exercise KERNEL BLITZ, bord Cmp Pendleton, Cliforni. In the foreground re Soviet MT-LB Multipurpose Armored Vehicles. KERNEL BLITZ is bi-nnul Commnder-in-CHIEF Pcific (CINCPAC) fleet trining exercise (FLEETEX) focused on opertionl/tcticl trining of Commnder, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Mrine Expeditionry Forces (MEF) nd Commnder, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Mrine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhnce the trining of Silors nd Mrines in the complexities of brigde-size...

Sergent Mrcos Enriquez, D Co, 3d Amphibious Assult Bttlion, 1ST Mrine ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: [Complete] Scene Caption: Sergeant Marcos Enriquez, D Co, 3d Amphibious Assault Battalion, 1ST Marine Division, (front row w/ back to viewer), holds a mus... More

Marine Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV-7A1) make their way down Red Beach, Camp Pendleton, on D-day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. The Abrams M1A1 Main Battle Tank (MBT) is seen in background. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Marine Amphibian Assault Vehicles (AAV-7A1) make their way down Red Be...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Aviation Boatswain's Mate Third Class (AB3) Jeremy Dearmon directs an Army medical UH-60A Blackhawk off the flight deck during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. Personnel in yellow jerseys are in charge of flight deck and aircraft movement. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Aviation Boatswain's Mate Third Class (AB3) Jeremy Dearmon directs an ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PH1(Nac) Steph... More

Mission commanders attend a pre-assault brief aboard USS TARAWA (LHA 1) the eve before a major assault on enemy forces at Camp Pendleton, California, as part of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is a biannual Commander-in-CHIEF Pacific (CINCPAC) fleet training exercise (FLEETEX) focused on operational/tactical training of Commander, Third Fleet (C3F)/ I Marine Expeditionary Forces (MEF) and Commander, Amphibious Group 3 (CPG-3)/ 1ST Marine Division (MARDIV). KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Mission commanders attend a pre-assault brief aboard USS TARAWA (LHA 1...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Scene Major Command Shown: USS TARAWA (LHA 1) Scene Camera Operator: PH2 (Nac) Jeff... More

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV 7A1) lands on San Clemente Island during the assault phase during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV 7A1) lands on San Clemente Island duri...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: San Clemente Island State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Comman... More

A Marine stands guard on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is armed with a 5.56mm Colt M16A2 Assault Rifle with attached M203 40mm grenade launcher. The vehical in the background is a Light Amphibious Resupply Craft (LARC-V). KERNEL BLITZ, largely taking place off the coast of Southern California and Camp Pendleton, is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

A Marine stands guard on D-Day during Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. He is...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene... More

Navy Signalman Second Class (SM2) Donald Roberts on board USS PELELIU (LHA 5) signals the Combat Support Ship USS SACRAMENTO (AOE-1) during an underway replenishment as part of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Navy Signalman Second Class (SM2) Donald Roberts on board USS PELELIU ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Peleliu (LHA 5) Scene Major Command Shown: USS PELELIU (LHA 5) Scene Camera Operator: PH1(Aw/Nac) ... More

Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) Donald P. Fix, ships Chaplain, comforts Sergeant Koshin A. Mariano as part of the Mass Casualty drill onboard the USS TARAWA (LHA 1) naval amphibious assault ship on patrol off Southern California coast in support of Exercise KERNEL BLITZ '97. KERNEL BLITZ is designed to enhance the training of Sailors and Marines in the complexities of brigade-size amphibious assault operations

Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) Donald P. Fix, ships Chaplain, comforts Se...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: KERNEL BLITZ '97 Base: Uss Tarawa (LHA 1) Country: Pacific Ocean (POC) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Kenneth Perkins, USN Relea... More

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