Reply With QuoteGreat start and rest in peace to the fallen Soldiers
Today's Pics! Monday, July 13th, 2009
No captions for the combat camera pics, but these are of the most recent repatriation ceremony.
Australian Commander Joint Task Force 633, Major General Mark Kelly AO, addresses invited guests and members of Task Unit 633.2.5, the Control and Reporting Centre (CRC), at a ceremony marking the end of operations for the deployable unit at Kandahar Air Field in Afghanistan. www.defence.gov.au hires
The Australian Commander Joint Task Force 633, Major General Mark Kelly AO, congratulates United States Air Force Captain, Daniel Willems, having just presented him with the NATO medal for his service embedded with the Australian Control and Reporting Centre (CRC), Task Unit 633.2.5. www.defence.gov.au hires
Coalition and Austalian commanders bow their heads as the Padre of Task Unit 633.2.5, Squadron Leader Patrick Woods, leads them and members of the Control and Reporting Centre (CRC) in prayer at a ceremony marking the end of operations for the deployable unit in Afghanistan, having completed their vital mission. www.defence.gov.au hires
Commander Task Unit 633.2.5, Wing Commander Stuart Briese, presents Lieutenant Colonel Gary Dawson, United States Air Force Commander 73rd Expeditionary Air Control Squadron, with a framed picture of the TPS-77 radar along with the United States and Australian flags in appreciation of the close relationship between the two countries during the handover of operations. www.defence.gov.au hires
A cake commemorating the end of operations for Task Unit 633.2.5 Control and Reporting Centre (CRC), is cut by (L to R) Wing Commander Stuart Briese, Commander Task Unit 633.2.5; Lieutenant Colonel Gary Dawson, United States Air Force Commander 73rd Expeditionary Air Control Squadron; and Major General Mark Kelly AO, Australian Commander Joint Task Force 633. The cake cutting followed an official ceremony marking the end of operations and the handover to the United States Air Force. www.defence.gov.au hires
Chief Petty Officer John C. Kast, the commanding officer of the Coast Guard Cutter Line, reviews a navigation plan with his crew prior to getting underway for Operation Clear Channel July 10, 2009.
Operation Clear Channel, an initiative by Coast Guard Sector New York and various outlying units, aims to educate boaters about the dangers if fishing in busy shipping channels within the Port of New York/New Jersey area.
The Line, homeported in Bayonne, N.J., is a 65-foot icebreaking tug with missions in icebreaking, search and rescue, law enforcement, and aids to navigation maintenance. (U.S. Coast Guard photo/PA3 Barbara L. Patton) hires
James Dubea relieves Michael J. Locke as commanding officer of Coast Guard Station Port Canaveral, Fla., during a change of command ceremony Friday, July 10, 2009, at Port Canaveral. James Dubea most recently served as the executive officer aboard the Coast Guard Cutter George Cobb, homeported in San Pedro, Calif. U.S. Coast Guard photo / Petty Officer 3rd Class Cindy Beckert hires
James Dubea, the new commanding officer of Coast Guard Station Port Canaveral, Fla., talks to Capt. Paul F. Thomas, commander, Sector Jacksonville, Fla., after a change of command ceremony Friday, July 10, 2009. U.S. Coast Guard photo/ Petty Officer 3rd Class Cindy Beckert hires
Coast Guard Vice Adm. Jody Breckenridge salutes Commandant Adm. Thad Allen, during a Change of Command ceremony on Coast Guard Island here Friday. The Change of Command ceremony is a time-honored tradition which formally symbolizes the continuity of authority as the command is passed from one individual to another. (U.S. Coast Guard photo/Petty Officer 3rd Class Melissa Hauck) hires
Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Thad Allen, Vice Adm. David Pekoske, Vice Adm. Jody Breckenridge, Capt. Mark Smith and Master Chief Petty Officer Marvin Wells give a hand salute during a Change of Command ceremony on Coast Guard Island here Friday. The Change of Command ceremony is a time-honored tradition which formally symbolizes the continuity of authority as the command is passed from one individual to another. (U.S. Coast Guard photo/Petty Officer 3rd Class Melissa Hauck) hires
Corporal Jonathan Horne, 2 RIFLES [Picture via MOD] www.mod.uk
Rifleman William Aldridge, 2 RIFLES [Picture via MOD] www.mod.uk
Rifleman James Backhouse, 2 RIFLES [Picture via MOD] www.mod.uk
Rifleman Joseph Murphy, 2 RIFLES [Picture via MOD] www.mod.uk
Rifleman Daniel Simpson, 2 RIFLES [Picture via MOD] www.mod.ukCpl Jonathan Horne, Rfn William Aldridge, Rfn James Backhouse, Rfn Joseph Murphy and Rfn Daniel Simpson of 2 RIFLES killed in Afghanistan
It is with very deep regret that the Ministry of Defence confirms the names of five soldiers from The 2nd Battalion The Rifles, who were killed in Afghanistan on 10 July 2009.
Corporal Jonathan Horne, Rifleman William Aldridge, Rifleman James Backhouse, Rifleman Joseph Murphy and Rifleman Daniel Simpson were killed in action near Forward Operating Base Wishtan, Sangin.
Lieutenant Colonel Robert Thomson, Commanding Officer of the 2 RIFLES Battle Group:
"It has been a grim day here in Sangin but at the end of the day, as we prayed for our fellow Riflemen who have given their lives in the service of their country and for the good of the Afghan people, the Bugle Major sounded the advance and it would have been heard right across the valley as the sun slipped behind the ridge. We turned to our right, saluted the fallen and the wounded, picked up our rifles and returned to the ramparts.
"I sensed each Rifleman tragically killed in action today standing behind us as we returned to our posts and we all knew that each one of those Riflemen would have wanted us to 'crack on'. And that is what we shall do – there will be no turning; the work is too important. We are undeterred. But we will miss each fallen Riflemen sorely. They lived and fought alongside us and tonight our lives are much worse for them not being here. But we can celebrate what they were and what they achieved. We are so very proud of them.
"And yet in all of this, we know that our grief is nothing compared to that of their loved ones – parents, wives, children, girlfriends and families. And it is them we also hold tonight in our thoughts and prayers and ask that they may somehow find strength and courage to face the days ahead."... www.mod.uk Full Story
Corporal Lee Scott, 2nd Royal Tank Regiment [Picture: via MOD] www.mod.uk
Corporal Lee Scott of 2RTR killed in Afghanistan
It is with deep regret that the Ministry of Defence confirms the death of Corporal Lee Scott of The 2nd Royal Tank Regiment, who was killed in Afghanistan on 10 July 2009.
Private John Brackpool of 1st Battalion Welsh Guards [Picture via MOD] www.mod.uk
Private John Brackpool of 1 Welsh Guards killed in Afghanistan
It is with deep regret that the MOD has confirmed the death of Private John Brackpool of Prince of Wales’ Company, 1st Battalion Welsh Guards, in Afghanistan.
Rifleman Daniel Hume, 4th Battalion The Rifles [Picture via MOD] www.mod.uk
Rifleman Daniel Hume of 4 RIFLES killed in Afghanistan
It is with deep regret that the MOD confirms the death of Rifleman Daniel Hume of The 4th Battalion The Rifles, who was killed in Afghanistan on 9 July 2009.
Members of 'The Pink Panthers' give support to their team mates to break the world record [Picture: Sergeant Daniel Wells ABIPP RLC, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
'The Pink Panthers of Lashkar Gah' celebrate after breaking the Guinness World Record for the number of kilometres run on a treadmill by a team of women in 24 hours [Picture: Sergeant Daniel Wells ABIPP RLC, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
The Pink Panthers prior to their record-breaking treadmill challenge [Picture: Sergeant Nige Green, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk'Pink Panthers' sprint to victory in Helmand
While serving on the front line in Afghanistan, a group of female personnel has broken a Guinness World Record and all in the name of charity.
The team of women, which is made up of members from all three Services and one civilian, are currently serving as part of 19 Light Brigade in Lashkar Gah in Helmand province.
Last month, they took time out of their busy days to break the record of the number of kilometres run in 24 hours on a treadmill by a team of 12 women.
Struggling through intense heat within the UK Task Force Headquarters, they smashed the former record by 57km.
As 19 Light Brigade's emblem is a black panther, the team decided to reflect their femininity by christening themselves 'The Pink Panthers of Lashkar Gah' and proceeded to overtake the former record distance of 260.92km and create a new world record of 317.66km.
In addition, The Pink Panthers have raised more than £5,000 for two charities: the British Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association (BLESMA) and the Afghan Appeal, a charity that promotes awareness of the plight of Afghanistan's people and raises funds for specific projects such as schools and equipment.... www.mod.uk Full Story
Two of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, more famously known as the Red Arrows, cross each other [Picture: SAC Andy Stevens, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
A Royal Air Force Hawk takes off at the RAF Waddington International Air Show [Picture: Cpl Loz Platfoot, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Two Alpha jets of the Patrouille de France cross each other [Picture: Sgt Karl Whitelaw, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Three aircraft, one inverted, from the Team Orlik International Display Team, the aerobatic demonstration team of the Polish Air Force, fly in formation at the RAF Waddington International Air Show [Picture: Sgt Karl Whitelaw, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
The Breitling Jet Team from Dijon, France, perform at the RAF Waddington International Air Show [Picture: SAC Taz Hetherington, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Great start and rest in peace to the fallen Soldiers
Sergeant Andrew McNulty in front of a heavily-armed Weapons Mounted Installation Kit vehicle
[Picture: SAC Andrew Morris, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Sergeant Andrew McNulty of 2nd Battalion The Mercian Regiment (Worcesters and Foresters)
[Picture: SAC Andrew Morris, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Senior Aircraftman Jonathan Howes
[Picture: SAC Neil Chapman, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Senior Aircraftman Jonathan Howes works with the Joint Movements Unit based at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan
[Picture: SAC Neil Chapman, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
A Warrior armoured vehicle is loaded onto a Heavy Equipment Transporter prior to taking part in an armoured convoy out of Iraq
[Picture: Cpl Steven Hughes, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
A Lynx helicopter loaded onto a Heavy Equipment Transporter for movement to port
[Picture: Cpl Dylan Browne RAF, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Operation PLUNDER - Royal Military Police teams check containers prior to sealing and shipping
[Picture: Cpl Steven Hughes, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
A vehicle on the quayside in Kuwait displaying the 'Theatre Equipment Returns Section' (TERS) marker prior to loading
[Picture: Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Operation PIKE - Combat Logistic Patrols removing kit and equipment from Iraq
[Picture: Cpl Steven Hughes, Crown Copyright/MOD 2009] www.mod.uk
Saddens me to see the faces of the fallen.May they rest in peace.
Great pics today!
RiP to the fallen. May their sacrifice never be forgotten.
RIP for the heroes.
My tough are for their families and comrades.
This is the moment a a US Navy pilot gave a shocked resident a very close look at his F18.
The fighter/bomber streaked past an apartment block on the banks of the Detroit River at the weekend.
It was part of a tactical demonstration fly-past to open a speedboat race in the North American city.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/worl...ent-block.html
May those brave fallen men rest in peace.
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Excellent photos gents!
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NEW ORLEANS (July 11, 2009) Two F-15 Strike Eagles assigned to the Louisiana Air National Guard 159th Fighter Wing fly over southern Louisiana's wetlands during a photo exercise. The 159th is stationed on Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released)
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NEW ORLEANS (July 11, 2009) Eight F/A-18 Hornets assigned the River Rattlers, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 204, fly in formation over southern Louisiana's wetlands during a photo exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released)
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NEW ORLEANS (July 11, 2009) Eight F/A-18 Hornets assigned the River Rattlers, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 204, fly in a column formation over southern Louisiana's wetlands during a photo exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released)
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NEW ORLEANS (July 11, 2009) Four F/A-18 Hornets assigned the River Rattlers, Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 204, prepare to break out of formation over southern Louisiana's wetlands during a photo exercise. VFA 204 is stationed on Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released)
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NEW ORLEANS (July 11, 2009) Two F/A-18 Hornets assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 204 and two F-15 Strike Eagles assigned to the Louisiana Air National Guard 159th Fighter Wing fly in an echelon formation over southern Louisiana wetlands during a photo exercise. VFA 204 and the 159th are stationed on Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) New Orleans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released)
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Naval Base Ventura County, Calif. (June 24, 2009) Builder Jennifer Moore, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 4, takes cover while on patrol during a command post exercise. NMCB 4 is preparing for an upcoming field training exercise and annual six-month deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Master Chief Utilitiesman Alfa Lampman/Released)
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MIDDLE EAST (July 5, 2009) U.S. Navy explosive ordnance disposal technicians demonstrate a course of basic combat marksmanship with the M9 service pistol during operation Infinite Response 09. Infinite Response is an exercise to improve interoperability and tactical proficiency in underwater mine countermeasures, combat marksmanship, anti-terrorism force protection diving, counter improvised explosive device tactics, tactical combat casualty care and dive medicine that strengthen overall military relations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph W. Pfaff/Releasd)
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MIDDLE EAST (July 5, 2009) Lt. Cole Evans, an explosive ordnance disposal technician, demonstrates proper handling and firing of the M4 service rifle as part of a course on basic combat marksmanship during operation Infinite Response 09. Infinite Response is an exercise to improve interoperability and tactical proficiency in underwater mine countermeasures, combat marksmanship, anti-terrorism force protection diving, counter improvised explosive device tactics, tactical combat casualty care and dive medicine that strengthen overall military relations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Joseph W. Pfaff/Releasd)
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CORAL SEA (July 11, 2009) Cpl. Miranda Bouska of San Antonio, Texas, assigned to Fixed Wing Marine Attack Squadron (VMA -211) and embarked aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) applies sealant on the cockpit of a AV-8B Harrier in the ship's hanger bay. Essex is the lead ship of the only forward-deployed expeditionary strike group and serves as the flagship for CTF 76, the Navy's only forward-deployed amphibious force commander. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Nardelito Gervacio/Released)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 7, 2009) A V-22 Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 162 based in New River, N.C. comes in for a landing aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau (LHA 4) during deck landing qualifications. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James R. Stilipec/Released)
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CORAL SEA (July 7, 2009) Deck Department personnel aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) recover members of a Royal Australian clearance diver team during combat rubber raiding craft operations. Denver is participating in Talisman Saber 2009 a biennial, combined training activity designed to train Australian and U.S. forces in planning and conducting combined operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Gomez/Released)
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CORAL SEA (July 8, 2009) Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handling 3rd Class Kevin A. Bourne trains Aviation Support Equipment Technician 2nd Class Dean T. McRae to recover a CH-53 Sea Stallion helicopter onto the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9). Denver is participating in Talisman Saber 2009 a biennial, combined training activity designed to train Australian and U.S. forces in planning and conducting combined operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael Gomez/Released)
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PACIFIC OCEAN (July 11, 2009) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the Island Knights of Helicopter Combat Squadron (HSC) 25, transfers stores from the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Alan Shepard (T-AKE 3) to the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington is underway supporting security and stability in the western Pacific Ocean on her first summer deployment from Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Aviation Boatswains Mate (Fuel) 3rd Class Justin Sickler/Released)
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Correct me if I'm wrong, but those don't look like Strike Eagles (no CFT, single seat), and according to wikipedia the 159th fighter wing only flies F-15C/Ds.NEW ORLEANS (July 11, 2009) Two F-15 Strike Eagles assigned to the Louisiana Air National Guard 159th Fighter Wing fly over southern Louisiana's wetlands during a photo exercise. The 159th is stationed on Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, New Orleans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John P. Curtis/Released
Nice pics everyone.
HOT DAMN! Nice pics today! That F/A-18 Hornet flyby pic is HOT!!!
Nice pics today! Thx!
Love those F-18Cs, much slicker than the Super Hornets.
Very good.
Rest in peace to those brave british soldiers.
Condolences to their families.
Nice pix erybody!
slicker than say, an E model?Originally Posted by big_les
Iraqi Special Operations Forces Soldiers conduct fast-rope training into a mock village during the Commando-Selection Course on an Iraqi military compound in Baghdad. The 47-day Commando Selection Course is similar to the U.S. Army’s Ranger School. (Photo by Navy Lt. Chris Roath)
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Soldiers from 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) practice rope team arrest and rescue in conditions of limited visibility during medical training on Mt. Rainier. Mount Rainier, located near Ashford, Wash., is the tallest mountain in the Cascade Mountain range.
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Soldiers from 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) set up a rescue pulley system in conditions of limited visibility during medical training on Mt. Rainier. Mount Rainier, located near Ashford, Wash., is the tallest mountain in the Cascade Mountain range. The system allows Soldiers to safely retrieve a member who may fall into a crevasse or lose footing in some other manner while conducting mountaineering operations. (Photo provided by 1st SFG (A) Public Affairs)
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