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Beautiful lovely photo.Originally Posted by bz6568
Beautiful lovely photo.
Japan Air Self-Defense Force's C-130H aircraft arrives at Komaki Air Base in Komaki, Aichi Prefecture (state), central Japan, from Kuwait on Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. It was first of Japan's three C-130Hs on their way to return home after completing airlift mission in Iraq. (AP / Hironori Asakawa)
Soldiers of Indonesian Special Forces Commandos (KOPASSUS) take part in a show of force ahead of a major anti-terror in Jakarta, Indonesia, Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. Thousands of personnel will be involved in the drill which will be held on Sunday ahead of Christmas holiday in the wake of Mumbai attacks. (AP / Irwin Fedriansyah)
Soldiers fire a cannon during a welcoming ceremony for Russia's ship Admiral Chabanenko at Havana bay, Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. Three warships from Russia's northern fleet arrived for the Russian Navy's first visit to Cuba since the Cold War. (AP / Javier Galeano)
Hamas militants patrol a street after a training drill near the border with the Gaza Strip December 19, 2008. Hamas on Thursday declared an end to a six-month-old Egyptian-brokered ceasefire with Israel in the Gaza Strip, raising the prospect of an escalation in cross-border fighting. (Reuters)
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA - DECEMBER 19: South Korean soldiers celebrate during a welcome home ceremony upon their return from operations in Iraq on December 19, 2008 in Seoul, South Korea. The 620 South Korean soldiers returned to South Korea after completing a four-year peace-making mission in Iraq.
An Indian policeman stands guard at a street as a Kashmiri man walks past in Srinagar December 19, 2008. Authorities stepped up security across the disputed Kashmir region on Friday to prevent planned anti-poll protests called by Kashmiri separatists ahead of seventh and last phase of local elections to be held on December 24. (Reuters)
Carrying a heavy load, an elderly woman slips, unnoticed, behind a line of Nepalese police who take up their position during a clash with students at the Thapathali Engineering Collage in Kathmandu, Nepal. December 19, 2008 (EPA)
Israeli army officers run past a pair of tanks near to the border with the Gaza Strip, 19 December 2008. The Islamist militant group Hamas says it has ended its six-month ceasefire with Israel in the Gaza Strip. (Photo: David Silverman)
I have great respect for people who live their lives the hard way. Simple people either by choise or necessity
Thanks to all for the very kind words.!
Excellent photos posted by all!
It's great to see bd popeye back! Excellent pics everyone.
U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender tanker pilot Capt. Justin Simms from the 908th Expeditionary Aerial Refueling Squadron pilots the aircraft on a combat mission over Afghanistan on Dec. 15, 2008. DoD photo by Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon, U.S. Air Force. (Released)
Hires
Two U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornets from Strike Fighter Squadron 31 fly a combat patrol over Afghanistan on Dec. 15, 2008. DoD photo by Staff Sgt. Aaron Allmon, U.S. Air Force. (Released)
U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Robert Caslen, right, commanding general, Multinational Division North, gives U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a tour of Patrol Base Olsen, Samarra, Iraq, Dec. 18, 2008. DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley
With the reconstruction of the Golden Dome Mosque in the background, U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks with CBS correspondent David Martin about his tour of Samarra, Iraq, Dec. 18, 2008. Mullen visited nearby Patrol Base Olsen and got a walking tour of the market that is in the shadows of one of the holiest sites in Islam that was nearly destroyed in 2006 by extremists. DoD photo by U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley
Renco, a military working dog assigned to the Provost Marshal's Office, goes through a circuit obedience course on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 12, 2008. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Stefanie Pupkiewicz
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead speaks to sailors and Marines during an all hands call held aboard the USS San Antonio, Manama, Bahrain, Dec. 19, 2008. Roughead and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick West are on a trip to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to meet with sailors and Marines. U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Matthew Snodgrass
With Al Kut, Iraq, in the background, U.S. Army Col. Richard Francey, commander, 41st Fires Brigade, re-enlists Army Staff Sgts. Patricia Fernandez, left, Cesar Morales, center and Corey Jarels on Dam Bridge, Iraq, Dec. 13, 2008. Fernandez, Morales and Jarels are assigned to the 41st Fires Brigade. Morales and Jarels are members of Francey's personal security team and cross the bridge several times a week. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Allison Churchill
U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Dalton Kotz, of Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 5, watches his unit's perimeter during a field training exercise on Fort Hunter Liggett, Calif., Dec. 9, 2008. U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Ernesto H. Fonte
U.S. Army Spc. Gabriel Ives, left, and Spc. Ian Beers patrol the perimeter of the 850-acre Ground-based Interceptor Missile Defense Complex during a routine security patrol on Fort Greely, Alaska, Dec. 6, 2008. Ives and Beers are assigned to the Alaska Army National Guard's 49th Missile Defense Battalion, Military Police Company. U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Mike R. Smith
U.S. Marines conduct live-fire training outside Camp Bastion, Afghanistan, Dec. 12, 2008. The Marines are assigned to Weapons Company, 3rd Battalion, 8th Marines . They are the ground combat element for the Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force - Afghanistan. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Pete Thibodeau
Sporting the new working uniform ..
U.S. Adm. Gary Roughead, chief of naval operations, addresses sailors Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, aboard the USS Iwo Jima, docked in Manama, Bahrain. Roughead, who was heading next to Afghanistan, praised a recent U.N. decision expanding nations' abilities to pursue pirates and extended holiday greetings to the sailors.
U.S. Adm. Gary Roughead, left, chief of naval operations, dines with sailors Friday, Dec. 19, 2008, aboard the USS Iwo Jima, docked in Manama, Bahrain. Roughead, who was heading next to Afghanistan, praised a recent U.N. decision expanding nations' abilities to pursue pirates and extended holiday greetings to the sailors.
Navy troops stand during a visit of Mexico's President Felipe Calderon at the navy headquarters in Mexico City December 19, 2008
Russia's ship Admiral Chabanenko arrives in Havana bay, Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. Three warships from Russia's northern fleet arrived for the Russian Navy's first visit to Cuba since the Cold War.
Russian destroyer Admiral Chabanenko sails into Havana's bay December 19, 2008. The Russian warship arrived on Friday for the first time since the 1991 collapse of the Soviet Union, as Russia flexed its muscles close to the United States and showed off its warming relations with former Cold War ally Cuba.
Soldiers watch as Russian destroyer Admiral Chabanenko sails into Havana's bay December 19, 2008. The Russian warship arrived on Friday for the first time since the 1991 collapse of the Soviet Union, as Russia flexed its muscles close to the United States and showed off its warming relations with former Cold War ally Cuba.
Cuban military fires salutes to welcome Russia's anti-submarine destroyer Admiral Chabanenko, as it enters the harbour of Havana against the Malecon waterfront backdrop, arriving in Cuba for a five day visit on December 19, 2008 in Havana, Cuba. The Admiral Chabanenko, accompanied by two support ships is the first by Russian warships to the communist-led island since the 1991 Soviet collapse. The warship has been taking part in a lengthy trip to Latin America and took part in a joint naval exercise with Venezuela.
Men watch Russia's ship Admiral Chabanenko arrive to Havana bay, Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. Three warships from Russia's northern fleet arrived for the Russian Navy's first visit to Cuba since the Cold War.
People watch Russia's ship Admiral Chabanenko arrival to Havana bay, Friday, Dec.19, 2008. Three warships from Russia's northern fleet arrived for the Russian Navy's first visit to Cuba since the Cold War.
Looks like the dock they used in the last Bond movie and passed for Haiti ..
Last edited by He219; 12-19-2008 at 05:08 PM.
^^ Nice Pix He219 !!
Lt. Col. Thomas Gordon, commanding officer of 1st Tank Battalion, sits atop his tank the morning of Dec. 11 as the final part of the Steel Knight exercise takes place. The exercise ran from Dec. 6 through 12, and is part of 1st Tank Bn.’s annual training, which is a large-scale combined arms exercise. Photo by Lance Cpl. M. C. Nerl
Two tanks with Company C, 1st Tank Battalion roll down a pass to make their way to the next fire mission during the battalion’s exercise known as Steel Knight, which ran from Dec. 6 through 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. M. C. Nerl
A Mine Clearing Line Charge explodes as 1st Tank Battalion tanks prepare to assault through their objective during a portion of the combined arms exercise known as Steel Knight. The exercise ran from Dec. 6 through 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. M. C. Nerl
A Mine Clearing Line Charge explodes as 1st Tank Battalion tanks prepare to assault through their objective during a portion of the combined arms exercise known as Steel Knight. The exercise ran from Dec. 6 through 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. M. C. Nerl
A tank with Company A, 1st Tank Battalion, rolls down a pass to make its way to its next fire mission during the battalion’s combined arms exercise known as Steel Knight, which ran from Dec. 6 through 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. M. C. Nerl
The tank of Maj. David Bardorf, the battalion executive officer for 1st Tank Battalion fires its main gun during the final exercise of the battalion’s combined arms exercise known as Steel Knight. The battalion trained in conjunction with multiple other units Dec. 6 through 12. Photo by Lance Cpl. M. C. Nerl
Outstanding Photos Today
that is one God awful bdu, the Marines must be laughing there asses off
Ninja in disguise??
She has always been one of my favorites, Thanks BD!
The Marines are part of the Department of the Navy. Check their ID Cards.
that is one God awful bdu, the Marines must be laughing there asses offI doubt if they are laughing.
This is why the USN is opting for the NWU(Navy Working Uniform) It will replace several uniforms including the dungrees the enlisted men are wearing in the photo.
http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=41215
Navy Working Uniform Details and Instructional Video Announced
Story Number: NNS081203-19
Release Date: 12/3/2008 1:42:00 PM
From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Chief of Naval Personnel released detailed information about the delivery schedule, manner of wear and occasion for wear for the Navy Working Uniform (NWU) Dec. 2 in NAVADMIN 343/08.
An instructional video was also posted on the NPC Web site www.npc.navy.mil/commandsupport/usnavyuniforms/ and on NKO at https://wwwa.nko.navy.mil/portal/ale.../whatsnewonnko.
According to the message, the NWU is intended for year-round wear and shall be the standard working uniform ashore. The NWU will replace working utilities(dungrees), tropical working uniforms, wash khakis, winter working blue, aviation working green, and non-tactical/environmental usage of camouflage utility uniforms.
The NWU is designed to be worn in sea and ashore environments that do not require special clothing (e.g., flight, flight deck, engine room, etc.). Unless otherwise prescribed by the regional commander, the NWU is authorized to be worn at all facilities on base, while commuting to/from work and home via POV, public transportation, and on government/military flights to/from OCONUS locations.
Routine stops while commuting are not authorized with an exception for genuine emergencies, such as medical emergencies and vehicle breakdowns.
For environmental extremes the following modifications are authorized when granted by appropriate authority.
(1) The NWU shirt may be removed on job sites or in work spaces.
(2) NWU trousers may be worn unbloused on job sites or in workspaces.
(3) During the winter or inclement periods, the parka hood is authorized for wear in addition to head gear. Black leather gloves are authorized.
The NWU will be available for purchase via designated Navy Exchange Uniform Centers as follows:
Dec 08 - Navy leadership (flag officers, commanding officers/OICs, (9580/9579/9578) command master/senior chiefs, and chiefs of the boat) via Navy Exchange Uniform Support Center at 800-368-4088 or 757-502-7450.
Jan 09 - Tidewater
Apr 09 - Southeast
Jul 09 - Northeast
Oct 09 - Capital region
Jan 10 - Western/northwest
Apr 10 - Gulf region
Jul 10 - Hawaii
Oct 10 - Europe/Japan/Guam
All existing working uniforms will continue to be authorized for wear until December 2010. Sailors who have not been issued NWU's at recruit training command or purchased NWU's while assigned to an active rollout location must maintain their current working uniforms until the NWU is available in the area assigned. This policy also applies to Sailors wearing the new service uniform announced earlier in 2008.
FY08 and FY09 clothing replacement allowances have been adjusted to facilitate purchasing four sets of NWU shirts and trousers by December 2010. Reserve component Sailors will receive their uniforms via their respective Navy Operational Support Centers.
For more information on uniforms and uniform policy, visit the uniform matters Web site at www.npc.navy.mil/commandsupport/usnavyuniforms/.
For more news from Chief of Naval Personnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/cnp/.
Last edited by bd popeye; 12-19-2008 at 09:07 PM.
Briefing. www.defense.gouv.fr/ema/
Préparation d'une patrouille. www.defense.gouv.fr/ema/
Départ de la FOB. www.defense.gouv.fr/ema/
Soldats français et afghans. www.defense.gouv.fr/ema/
Poste avancé de l'ANA. www.defense.gouv.fr/ema/
SAN FRANCISCO- The tanker Cape Brasilia is escorted by a Coast Guard vessel and tug after touching the bottom of the channel in San Pablo Bay, north of the San Francisco Bay. The tanker scraped the bottom of the channel, and immediately moved back into deeper water without incident. The vessel is currently being moved to anchorage nine, where investigators will examine the vessel to ensure there is no structural damage or pollution potential. Several Coast Guard assets, including boats, and a helicopter verified that no pollution resulted from this incident. The cause of the incident is under investigation. (Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer Kevin J. Neff) Hires
PORT CLINTON, Ohio -- Members of Port Security Unit 309 are welcomed home from a six-month deployment to the Middle East in a ceremony here, Friday, Dec. 19, 2008. PSU 309 was deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, where they utilzed their skills and expertise to conduct anti-terrorism and force protection for U.S. operations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo/Petty Officer 3rd Class George L. Degener) Hires
Members of PSU 309 are welcomed home after a six-month deployment to the Middle East. Hires
MARATHON, FL - DECEMBER 19: Monroe County Sheriff's Lieutenant Lou Caputo, dressed as the Grinch, and Monroe County Sheriff deputy James Jenkins warn a driver that he was driving too fast through a school zone December 19, 2008, in Marathon, Florida. Lieutenant Caputo wears the Grinch custom as part of a campaign to bring attention to the fact that people need to drive carefully, follow the posted speed limit and wear their seatbelts. (Photo by Joe Raedle/***** Images)
Wow, not the prettiest. Personally I prefer the Canadian pattern bdu. But as in most militaries you don't get a choice of uniform. All you can do is feel for the troops who have to wear the stuff.
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