Reply With QuoteR.I.P. to Italian Servicemen. Thank you for powerful pictures.
Today's Photos, Monday, March 26th, 2012
Italian soldiers carry the flag-draped coffin of Sergeant Michele Silvestri upon its arrival from Afghanistan, at Ciampino Airport near Rome March 26, 2012. According to local media, Sergeant Silvestri, serving with the 21st Engineer Regiment, was killed in action on Saturday when his unit came under mortar fire in the Gulistan district of Farah province, Afghanistan. Five other soldiers were wounded in the attack
R.I.P. to Italian Servicemen. Thank you for powerful pictures.
TF Blue Geronimo detains suspected insurgents during three-day mission
U.S. Army Sgt. Christopher Alford, a team leader with 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo, from Greenwood, Ind., speaks with a local villager during a three-day mission.
Paratroopers of 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo, hold a village elder with confiscated weapons from his qalat.
U.S. Army explosive ordnance disposal unit renders safe an improvised explosive device on the side of Route Crowbar.
Paratroopers of 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo work with the Afghan Border Patrol to secure a nearby village during a three-day mission.
U.S. Army Pfc. Ryan Green with 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo, from Midland, Texas, conducts security high in the mountains near the Pakistan border.
U.S. Army 1st Lt. Connor Flaherty, platoon leader for 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo, hailing from Salem, Ore., speaks with his interpreter and a local Afghan national near the Pakistan border during a three-day mission.
U.S. Army Pfc. Matthew Converse, a paratrooper with 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo hailing from Darby, Mont., searches a vehicle near the Pakistan boarder during a three-day mission.
U.S. Army Spc. Michael Santoline with 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo, from Pittsburgh, collects biometric data during a three-day mission.
Paratroopers with 1st Platoon, Comanche Company, Task Force Blue Geronimo fix the tire on their Mine-Resistant Ambush-Protected vehicle while on a three-day mission.
Big Island Military Police Training
A Humvee from the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, races across volcanic dirt during a react to an improvised explosive device scenario as part of the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A soldier assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, provides security during a react to an improvised explosive device scenario during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 23, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
Soldiers assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, medevac a casualty during a react to an improvised explosive device scenario during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 23, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
Two military policemen assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, place concertina wire at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A soldier assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, stops a local national at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A soldier assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, stops a local national at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A military policeman assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, engages enemy combatants at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A military policeman assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, engages enemy combatants while wearing gloves used to handle concertina wire at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A soldier assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, provides security for her team at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
A soldier assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, engages the enemy under the cover of smoke at a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency
A soldier assigned to the 558th Military Police Company, 728th MP Battalion, 8th MP Brigade from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, rushes a local national to safety as enemy combatants assault a temporary checkpoint during the 558th MP Company's field exercise at Pohakuloa Training Area, Hawaii, March 24, 2012. The unit conducted team level battle drills to train the unit's tactical proficiency.
Bermuda
Soldiers from the Bermuda Regiment during Exercise March Madness – 16th and 17th March 2012
337th TES bomber mission over Gulf
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3/26/2012 - B-1B Lancers from the 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron soar over the Gulf of Mexico during a test mission near Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 337th is a geographically separated unit of the 53rd Wing, headquartered at Eglin. The 337th is responsible for operational testing of all B-1 defensive/offensive systems and weapons upgrades. (Courtesy photo/Jake Melampy)
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3/26/2012 - A B-1B Lancer from the 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron stands by as another Lancer connects with the KC-135 Stratotanker for inflight refueling during a mission over the Gulf of Mexico near Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 337th is a geographically separated unit of the 53rd Wing, headquartered at Eglin. The 337th is responsible for operational testing of all B-1 defensive/offensive systems and weapons upgrades. (Courtesy photo/Jake Melampy)
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3/26/2012 - A B-1B Lancer from the 337th Test and Evaluation Squadron connects with the KC-135 Stratotanker for inflight refueling during a mission over the Gulf of Mexico near Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The 337th is a geographically separated unit of the 53rd Wing, headquartered at Eglin. The 337th are responsible for operational testing of all B-1 defensive/offensive systems and weapons upgrades. (Courtesy photo/Jake Melampy)
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B-52 beefs up capabilities
3/23/2012 - BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, La. -- A radar screen illuminates its operator's complacent face when suddenly a little green dot makes its way onto the monitor. The radar operator reaches for a phone when suddenly the dot begins multiplying. Franticly, the radar operator dials his commander's number to inform him of an impending attack, but it's too late. A small group of U.S. fighters and bombers zoom in from different directions strategically taking out their targets as a missile-like object flies in from the other direction.
The U.S. Air Force is currently testing and incorporating new armaments to be used by the B-52H Stratofortress and the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
The new armaments are Miniature Air Launch Decoys and Miniature Air Launch Decoy Jammers. MALDs are small jet powered decoys used to mislead radars and deceive enemy combatants. MALD Jammers provide the same function with the added capability of jamming enemy radars allowing friendly aircraft to fly into the area undetected said Capt. Kera Rolsen, 96th Bomb Squadron weapons and tactics assistant flight commander.
"The B-52 is the best platform for the MALD," said Col. John Vitacca, 2nd Operations Group commander. "It's the only aircraft currently capable of reprogramming the MALD while airborne, giving the war fighter more options."
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Two Miniature Air Launch Decoys sit side-by-side in the munitions storage area on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., March 21. MALDs, when uploaded to the B-52H Stratofortress, are capable of reprogramming while the aircraft is in flight. MALDs are programmed to run several different routes to give aircrews more options when flying in enemy territory. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)(RELEASED)
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Tibetan exile Janphel Yeshi, 27, runs as he is engulfed in flames after he set himself on fire during a protest in New Delhi on March 26, 2012. A Tibetan exile set himself on fire on Monday during a rally in New Delhi to protest against an upcoming visit to India by Chinese President Hu Jintao, police said.
R.K. Doshi, a doctor on the emergency ward of Ram Manohar Lohia hospital, said medical staff were fighting to save Yeshi's life.
"His situation is very critical. His survival chances are small," he said.
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QUEZON CITY, Republic of the Philippines (March 25, 2012) Members of the U.S. 7th Fleet Band, Pacific Ambassadors, perform for more than 3,600 people at SM City North ESDA Supermall. The band is embarked aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), which is in Manila for a port visit. (U.S. Navy photos by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kenneth R. Hendrix/Released)
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 24, 2012) Lt. Winston A. Cotterell, from Vineland, N.J., the fuels maintenance officer aboard the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65), prepares to refuel aircraft. Enterprise is deployed as part of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Gregory White/Released)
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 24, 2012) Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS James. E. Williams (DDG 95) participate in a vertical replenishment. James E. Williams is deployed as part of Enterprise Carrier Strike Group supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel J. Meshel/Released)
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA (March 24, 2012) The Royal Netherlands Navy frigate HNLMS De Ruyter (F 804) transits the Mediterranean Sea during a passing exercise with the Enterprise Carrier Strike Group. Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian G. Reynolds/Released)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) transits the Atlantic Ocean. Enterprise is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Harry Andrew D. Gordon/Released)
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Italian Army -- Afghanistan
On a patrol in the West of Afghanistan the Italians receive tip off from a shepherd about a secret pile of weapons. 03.26.2012
Bermuda
Soldiers from the Bermuda Regiment undergoing Public Order training during Exercise March Madness – 16th and 17th March 2012
Photos: Bermuda Regiment
Maybe a graphic warning is in place for the burning dude ??!
done..sorry about that.Maybe a graphic warning is in place for the burning dude ??!
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ARABIAN SEA (March 23, 2012) Sailors enjoy a swim call aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). Carl Vinson and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 are deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Rosa A. Arzola, Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class James R. Evans/Released)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 23, 2012) Sonar Technician Surface 3rd Class Kaitlyn Herche performs a self-defense move after being exposed to pepper spray during an armed sentry and security reaction force team re-qualification class aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). Forrest Sherman is underway preparing for flag officer sea training. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael W. Martin/Released)
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PLYMOUTH, England (March 23, 2012) The guided-missile destroyer USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) arrives in Plymouth, England, for a port visit after transiting the Atlantic Ocean. Forrest Sherman is preparing to engage in flag officer sea training. (U.S. Navy photo by Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist Michael W. Martin/Released)
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WASHINGTON (March 24, 2012) A ceremonial rifle drill team performs at the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society Ball. The fundraising event helped raise funds for Sailors, Marines and their families when in need. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor/Released)
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ARABIAN GULF (March 23, 2012) Lt. Cmdr. Tara Refo, assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 125, gives a speech during a Women's History Month celebration on the forecastle. The event was hosted by the American Heritage Observance Committee aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher K. Hwang/Released)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 22, 2012) Capt. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, and Capt. David D. Schweizer, commander of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 28, walk to an aircraft aboard the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Dwight D. Eisenhower is underway conducting training in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Julia A. Casper/Released)
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MANILA, Republic of the Philippines (March 23, 2012) Operations Specialist Seaman Meghan Lerch plots in the pilothouse aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet command flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) as the ship arrives in Manila for a port visit. Blue Ridge and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet staff Sailors and Marines will strengthen ties between the two countries through community service events, combined military training and cultural exchanges during the port visit. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Alexandra Arroyo/Released)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) Sailors rest in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) before a replenishment at sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Pittman/Released)
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ATLANTIC OCEAN (March 21, 2012) The aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) takes part in a replenishment at sea with the Military Sealift Command fast combat support ship USNS Supply (T-AOE 6). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Brian G. Reynolds/Released)
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ARABIAN GULF (March 14, 2012) An aircrew member checks a fuel sample aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) prior to refueling an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter. Pearl Harbor and embarked Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU) are on deployment conducting operations as part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jason Behnke/Released)
Afghanistan Operation Now Roz
British Soldiers from 1st Battalion The Princess of Wales Royal Regiment, Operation Now Roz in Helmand Province, Southern Afghanistan – 22nd March 2012
Photos: Ben Birchall/Press Association
Bermuda Regt. suddenly switched to MTP... I'm sure its only a couple of weeks ago we were being shown up-to-date pictures of (some fairly shit-rig) DPM.
Strange they should get it before most UK based reserve units.
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