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U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, provide support by fire for Charlie Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st MARDIV, as part of a combat readiness evaluation at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 24, 2024. The combat readiness evaluation is a formal test based on mission essential tasks that evaluates the combat readiness of Marine units.

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jaye Townsend.)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), conclude a mounted live-fire exercise with air support from an AC-130 gunship assigned to the 1st Special Operations Wing, at Saint Vith Range during exercise Sage Eagle 25-1 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, Oct. 22, 2024. Exercise Sage Eagle is a recurring, battalion-sized, unconventional warfare exercise that validates Special Forces’ ability to operate in uncertain environments while training and incorporating partner forces into an evolving contested environment.

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Sarah M. McClanahan.)

The sun sets behind the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), Oct. 22, 2024. Theodore Roosevelt, the flagship of Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group, is currently pierside at Naval Air Station North Island in its homeport of San Diego.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ikia Walker.)

An F/A-18E Super Hornet, attached to the “Sunliners” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 81, lands on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Oct. 18, 2024. USS Harry S. Truman, the flagship of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG), is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations supporting U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests.

(U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communications Specialist 3rd Class Darren Cordoviz.)

Airmen, assigned to the 920th Rescue Wing, make final checks for the HC-130J Combat King II aircraft in anticipation of Hurricane Milton at Patrick Space Force Base, Florida, Oct. 7, 2024. In under 24 hours, the aircraft were prepped, inspected, and flown to an alternate location, demonstrating the wing’s ready now mindset for rapid-deployment rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Darius Sostre-Miroir.)

U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One load ordnance and ammunition on to a Medium Tactical Vehicle Replacement truck during a foreign humanitarian assistance exercise as part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-25 at Landing Zone Hawkeye, near Wellton, Arizona, Oct. 7, 2024. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1 which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine aviation in support of the Marine Air Ground Task Force, Joint and Coalition Forces.

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Micah Thompson.)

Graduation from U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training. More than 700 Airmen assigned to Flights 553-568, receive their Airman’s coin during the 737th Training Group’s Coin and Retreat Ceremony, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, September 4, 2024. The ceremony is one of three USAF BMT graduation events and signifies the transition from trainee to Airman. The 37th Training Wing, known as “Gateway to the Air Force” is home to BMT.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Ava Leone.)

A Falcon 9 rocket carrying the Crew Dragon Spacecraft launches from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center, Florida, March 4, 2024. Crew-8 is the eighth regular crew rotation mission to the ISS to launch atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket.

(U.S. Space Force photo by Joshua Conti.)

Coast Guard Cutter Manowar conducts routine operations with Coast Guard James in the Florida Straits, Jan. 17, 2023. The James is a National Security Cutter with advanced capabilities enabling its crew to enhance Coast Guard efforts to stop illegal migration at sea.

(Coast Guard photo by Senior Chief Petty Officer Brodie MacDonald.)

Ewing T. Kerr Federal Building, Casper, Wyoming, 2009,

(Carol M. Highsmith, photographer; retreived from Library of Congress.)

A one of a kind C-130H Hercules aircraft assigned to the Wyoming Air National Guard is seen flying, Jan. 6, 2018 at Cheyenne Regional Airport. The aircraft is the first of the legacy H-model C-130 fleet to be modified with upgraded T-56 Rolls Royce 3.5 engines, NP2000 eight-bladed propellers and electronic propeller controls. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Charles Delano.)

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Charles Delano.)

A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from Fairchild Air Force Base’s 92nd Air Refueling Squadron over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, May 10, 2024. The U.S. Air Force is globally postured to protect and defend freedom of coalition allies and regional partners within the CENTCOM area of responsibility to maintain peace and stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force Photo.)

(U.S. Air Force photo.)

A U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor with Receiving Company, Support Battalion, briefs recruits with Bravo Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, as part of a receiving event at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Oct. 28, 2024. During the receiving process, recruits are taken to the United States Organizations for accountability, checked for contraband, given haircuts, make scripted phone calls home, and issued gear required for training. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sarah M. Grawcock.)

PUERTO CORTÉS, Honduras (July 29, 2024) Cmdr. Brent Collins, right, conducts a vision assessment during a joint medical brigade with Honduran medical professionals during Continuing Promise 2024 in Puerto CortŽs, Honduras. Continuing Promise 2024 marks the 14th mission to the region since 2007, which aims to foster goodwill, strengthen existing partnerships, and encourage the establishment of new partnerships among countries, non-government organizations, and international organizations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jasmin L. Aquino.)

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Jasmin L. Aquino.)

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall speaks with students and guests during the Senior Leader Orientation Course at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 18, 2024. The course provides training for newly selected brigadier generals and Senior Executive Service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich.)

An Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker sits on the flight line at MacDill Air Force Base, Fla., Aug. 1, 2023. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Joshua Hastings.)

(U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Joshua Hastings.)

The 55th Force Support Squadron superintendent acts as the first-source of flood information for the 55th FSS from the Recovery Operations Center March 19, 2019, Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska. The 55th Wing experienced record flooding as a result of unprecedented snowfall coupled with a dam in the northern part of the sate that failed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Josh Plueger.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Josh Plueger.)

A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter from 1-214th General Support Aviation Battalion,12th Combat Aviation Brigade, taxis along the flight line after refueling during exercise Falcon Autumn 22 at Vredepeel, Netherlands, Nov. 7, 2022. 12 CAB is among other units assigned to V Corps, America's Forward Deployed Corps in Europe. They work alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-ready forces, execute joint and multinational training exercises, and retain command and control for all rotational and assigned units in the European Theater. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Mort.)

(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Mort.)

Sunset over Wyoming fields1. Photo by Strange Biology.

(Photo by Strange Biology.)

Fourteen KC-135 Stratotankers line up during a simulated alert call March 24, 2016, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kan. Known as the “elephant walk,” the alert call was part of an exercise, which displayed the rapid mobility capabilities and teamwork of the men and women at McConnell AFB to take flight within minutes of being notified of a mission. (U.S. Air Force photos/Airman 1st Class Christopher Thornbury.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Thornbury.)

A platoon of Task Force Spartan Soldiers moves their Humvees, center of photo, into place between Qatari tanks and armored vehicles during a combined arms live fire exercise on June 1, 2023 at Al Qalayel Training Area, Qatar. Soldiers with Task Force Spartan and the Qatar Emiri Forces trained together from mid-May to early June for the 2023 Al Adheed exercise. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Doug Roles.)

(U.S. Army National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Doug Roles.)

Soldiers attached to the 101st Resolute Support Sustainment Brigade from the 1034th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, Iowa National Guard and 10th Mountain, 2-14 Infantry Battalion, Ghost Forward Support Company load onto a Chinook helicopter to head out and execute missions across the Combined Joint Operations Area- Afghanistan. (Photo by 1st Lt. Verniccia Ford.)

(Photo by 1st Lt. Verniccia Ford.)

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from the 341st Military Police Company, of Mountain View, California, receive training on explosive ordnance disposal conducted by the 630th Ordnance Company in Eskan Village, Saudi Arabia, on Oct. 26, 2017. The training, which took place on a military installation during a course of 10 days, allowed Soldiers from the 341st MP Co. to better understand the EOD capabilities available to them, if needed. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Danae V. Sym.)

(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Danae V. Sym.)

A P-51 Mustang flies side by side with an F-16 Fighting Falcon over the crowd June 28, 2014, during the Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The Warriors Over the Wasatch air show was open to the public June 28 and 29. Events during the show include the U.S. Army parachute team, the Golden Knights; an F-16 attack demonstration by the 388th Fighter Wing and a precision air demonstration by the Thunderbirds. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Taylor Queen.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Taylor Queen.)

U.S. Air Force airmen unveils the winning tail flash for 156th Airlift Wing, Muñiz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, during the WC-130 Tail Flash Unveiling Ceremony in Hangar 1, March 6, 2016. Winning design was designed by Staff Sgt. Luis A. Morales, aircrew flight equipment of the 156th Operation Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Efrain Sanchez.)

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Efrain Sanchez.)

Cadets of the United States Military Academy at West Point throw their hats into the air during the graduation ceremony for the class of 2024 at Michie Stadium. West Point, New York, May 25, 2024. (U.S. Army Photo by Kyle Osterhoudt.)

(U.S. Army Photo by Kyle Osterhoudt.)

U.S. Air Force loadmasters assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, watch as bundles fly off an aircraft during Operation Christmas Drop at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Dec. 10, 2021. Over the course of 10 days, crews airdropped donated food, clothing, educational materials, and tools to 55 islanders throughout the South-Eastern Pacific, including the Federated States of Micronesia, and the Republic of Palau. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aubree Owens.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Aubree Owens.)

Soldiers assigned to the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment, known as "The Old Guard," set off cannons during a performance of the 1812 Overture at the National Museum of the United States Army, Fort Belvoir, Va., Aug. 8, 2021. The concert has taken place annually for more than 40 years. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Brandon Muniz.)

(U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Brandon Muniz.)

A U.S. Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet is refueled over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility by a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker, Sept. 22, 2020. The KC-135 delivers a global-reach aerial capability to support joint and coalition aircraft, and provide war-winning airpower throughout the USCENTCOM area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Allred.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Allred.)

460th Security Forces Squadron defender conducts tactical movements during a field exercise in preparation for the Defenders Challenge July 27, 2018, on Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado. Select Air Force Space Command defenders will compete against one another at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, and then winners will compete at Camp Bullis, Texas, for the final challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael D. Mathews.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Michael D. Mathews.)

The U. S. Space Force successfully launched the Tactically Responsive Launch-2 (TacRL-2) mission on a Northrop Grumman Pegasus XL rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base on June 13 2021, at 4:11 a.m. EDT, delivering a technology demonstration satellite to Low Earth Orbit. (U.S. Space Force Photo Courtesy Image.)

(U.S. Space Force Photo Courtesy Image.)

A CV-22 Osprey flies over the skies of New Mexico practicing air refueling with a 522d Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Combat Shadow II, Jan. 4, 2012. The 71st SOS is stationed at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., and the 522d SOS at Cannon Air Force Base N.M. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman James Bell.)

(U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman James Bell.)

Charlie Battery of the storied 3rd Battalion, 7th Field Artillery Regiment, 25th Division Artillery, 25th Infantry Division, increased their combat readiness as they executed an Artillery Raid training at Schofield Barracks’ East Range Training Area, Sept. 20, 2023. This training mission aimed to bolster their Air Assault (AASLT) capabilities, fine-tune Raid procedures, and sharpen their fire mission processing times. Their 1st Platoon played a pivotal role in this operation by sling-loading three M777A2 howitzers and an FDC vehicle in collaboration with Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, significantly enhancing combined arms planning and coordination across the division. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cera Rodney.)

(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cera Rodney.)

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, conduct a training exercise with M3A2 Cavalry Fighting Vehicles, during a combined arms live fire exercise at Jack Mountain range on Fort Cavazos, Texas, Jan. 14, 2025. The CALFEX incorporates indirect fires, aerial, and sustainment assets to simulate realistic combat training to validate a unit's lethality as well as their readiness to deploy. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Josefina Garcia.)

(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cera Rodney.)

Airmen assigned to the 335th Training Squadron participate in a freestyle drill during the 4th Quarter Drill Down at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., Oct. 11, 2024. Drill Downs are hosted quarterly by the 81st Training Group to allow Airmen and other service members to train and demonstrate proficiency in executing drill movements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andrew Young.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Andrew Young.)

A 319th Security Forces Squadron base defense operations center controller practices a drone landing during an unmanned aircraft system flight training course at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, April 27, 2022. Over the course of three days, members familiarized themselves with the drone features that can assist them with conducting daily operations such as security patrol and incident response missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Richards.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ashley Richards.)

Air assault students rappel from a tower for practice and to build trust in their belay men during an air assault school held at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk Jan. 9-20, 2023. (U.S. Army photo by Angie Thorne.)

(U.S. Army photo by Angie Thorne.)

The 379th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of explosive ordnance disposal training places an XRS-150 X-ray in front of a simulated downed unmanned aerial system during an exercise at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, Jan. 20, 2021. The 379th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron and 379th ECES defended against an UAS that posed a potential threat to the safety and security of Al Udeid AB. (Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire.)

(Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire.)

A 22d Air Refueling Wing KC-135 Stratotanker from McConnell Air Force Base, Kan., is prepped for an exercise Amalgam Dart 15-2 aerial refueling mission May 29, 2015, at Eielson AFB, Alaska. During Amalgam Dart, U.S. Air Force KC-135s, alongside Royal Canadian Air Force CC-130T Hercules and CC-150T Polaris tanker crews, had numerous opportunities to practice bilateral aerial refueling with aircraft ranging from U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagles and RCAF CF-18 Hornets, to U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors, an E-3 Sentry (AWACS) and a B-52H Stratofortress. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton.)

The 1st Infantry Division, Headquarters and Headquarters Battalion, Commanding Generals Mounted Color Guard attended the 127th annual Cheyenne Frontier Days in Cheyenne, Wyoming, July 26, 2024. The CGMCG uses this opportunity reach out to new communities through public events and cavalry demonstrations. (Army photo by Spc. Koltyn Omarah.)

(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Koltyn Omarah.)

Airmen and families hold the American flag for the national anthem during Military Monday at Cheyenne Frontier Days, July 23, 2022, at the Cheyenne Rodeo Grounds. Fort D.A. Russell and F.E Warren Air Force Base have supported Cheyenne Frontier Days since its inception in 1897, and CFD continues to honor the military by dedicating a day to all service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Post.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Post.)

U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles from the 336th Fighter Squadron assigned to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, taxi to their parking spots after completing a NATO Enhanced Air Policing mission out of Łask Air Base, Poland, Feb. 28, 2022. Air Defense integration and eAP demonstrates NATO’s capabilities, readiness and resolve to protect Allied populations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jacob Albers.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jacob Albers.)

An AC-130 Spectre from the 16th Special Operations Squadron flies a training mission Aug. 11, 2010, at Cannon Air Force Base, N. M. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jack Braden.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Jack Braden.)

Commander, Naval Medical Forces Support Command joined by commanding officer, Navy Medical Research Unit San Antonio and Sailors and Coast Guardsmen representing the Sea Services wave to the crowd during the Texas Cavaliers Fiesta River Parade June 21, 2021, San Antonio, Texas. The parade is one of key events during Fiesta San Antonio and dates back to 1941. It runs along the River Walk in downtown San Antonio. Fiesta began as a one-time parade (Battle of Flowers) in 1891, to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto, has grown into a celebration of San Antonio's rich and diverse cultures. Military representatives participate in receptions, parades, pilgrimages and memorials. (Air Force photo by Mr. Johnny Saldivar.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar.)

A private and U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence combat medic specialist listens to instruction from the team leader while patrolling during a combat medic field training exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, Jan. 25, 2024. The purpose of the course is to expand upon Army medic base level skills on how to keep casualties of combat operations alive for 12-24 hours after engagement. After a threat is neutralized while on patrol, the soldiers transport the wounded to the nearest battalion aid station at the forward operating base to continue emergency care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Taylor Curry.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Taylor Curry.)

U.S. Army corporals, infantrymen with the 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, load an M249 squad automatic weapon during Exercise Southern Vanguard 25, in Antuco, Chile, Aug. 26, 2025. Exercise Southern Vanguard 25 underscores the U.S. Army’s enduring commitment to regional partnership as U.S. forces deploy to Chile to conduct combined mountain warfare, field, and command post training alongside Chilean forces, with participation from Argentina and Peru - strengthening interoperability, shared readiness, and mutual trust while advancing regional security and cooperation across the Western Hemisphere. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Richelle Cruickshank.)

(U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Richelle Cruickshank.)

A U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant of the 86th Logistic Readiness Squadron, packs up a pantograph fueling system after completing a refueling job at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan. 31, 2024. The in-ground fuels system allowed Cash to pump the aircrafts nearly 32,000 gallon tank by herself, saving the 86th LRS from needing to send multiple fuel trucks and Airmen to accomplish the job. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Bertain.)

C-130 pilots prepare to land at Bagram Airfield following Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visit with trainers assigned to the Train Advise Assist Comand - Air, at Kandahar Airfield March 22, 2018. The mission of TAAC-Air is to train, advise, and assist Afghan partners to develop a professional, capable, and sustainable air force. TAAC-Air leverages train, advise and assist activities in concert with strong personal relationships, to create professional Afghan Airmen capable of planning, leading, employing, and sustaining decisive airpower operations. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro.)

(DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro.)

U.S. Marine Corps General answers a reporter's question during a Pentagon press briefing in Arlington, Va., on Feb. 21, 2006. (DoD photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley, U.S. Navy.)

(DoD photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Chad J. McNeeley, U.S. Navy.)

A member of the military meets with his doctor by cellphone using My Military Health Scheduled Virtual Visits. (Courtesy Photo by Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.)

(Courtesy Photo by Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.)

Iowa National Guard Soldiers and Airmen reflect on the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, sharing personal memories and lessons from that day. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Everett.)

(U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jason Everett.)

Soldiers with the Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section carry the flag-draped casket during an interment ceremony, Feb. 10, 2024, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tristin English.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Tristin English.)

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine joins U.S. Marines assigned to the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 225 for a morale cry during a troop engagement in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, Nov. 24, 2025. U.S. military forces are deployed to the Caribbean in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission, Department of War-directed operations, and the president’s priorities to disrupt illicit drug trafficking and protect the homeland. (U.S. Air Force photo.)

(U.S. Air Force photo.)

Three Second Salute starts with storytellers. By allowing those who have lost teach us about their grief, it can help us reckon with our own losses, and equip us to better care for the bereaved. (U.S. Air Force Graphic by Tech. Sgt. Rusty Frank.)

(U.S. Air Force graphic by Tech. Sgt. Rusty Frank.)

U.S. Marine Corps drill instructor with Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, marches his platoon during the initial drill inspection on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, S.C., Jan. 5, 2026. Initial Drill is the first marker of the recruits' discipline and unit cohesion. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jordy Morales.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jordy Morales.)

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman, 21st Combat Air Base Squadron firefighter, practices shooting stances as part of Close Quarters Battle training during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 26-01 at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Nov. 6, 2025. These training events prepare the 21st CABS to operate in contested environments, increasing combat survivability and lethality, and enhancing readiness for worldwide missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alondra Cristobal Hernandez.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alondra Cristobal Hernandez.)

U.S. Army Spc. standing guard on the Las Vegas 'Strip' in Las Vegas, Nevada, Dec 31, 2025. For more than 25 years, the Nevada National Guard has supported New Year's Eve public safety operations, with roughly 190 Soldiers activated for this year's event. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by 1st Lt. Byronjames Crisostomo.)

(U.S. Army National Guard photo by 1st Lt. Byronjames Crisostomo.)

A combat medical specialist practices shoot, move and communicate techniques under simulated direct and indirect fire during the Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital Forge, a field training exercise, April 1 at the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Johnson. (Courtesy photo by Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital.)

(Courtesy photo by Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital.)

Navy and Marine Corps Medal recipients address Marine Light Attack Helicopter Training Squadron (HMLAT) 303 following an awards ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, April 29, 2019. Their quick thinking, exceptional bravery, and selfless actions saved lives and prevented serious bodily harm of innocent bystanders during the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival shooting in Las Vegas, Nev., Oct. 1, 2017. The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is the highest non-combat decoration awarded for heroism by the United States Department of the Navy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julian Elliott-Drouin.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julian Elliott-Drouin.)

Chief Master Sgt. and 386th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron fire chief gets promoted during a ceremony at Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait. He was promoted by the 386th ECES commander, on Sept. 17, 2022. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. David Salanitri.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Master Sgt. David Salanitri.)

Army Sgt., fire control specialist, assigned to Battery A., 1st Battalion, 38th Field Artillery Regiment, 210th Field Artillery Brigade (FAB), pauses to pose for a quick photograph following the eight-mile ruck march during the 210th FAB 2019 Best Warrior Competition, Camp Casey, Republic of Korea, March 12, 2019. He was clearly exhausted but ready to keep moving through the events in the competition. The ruck march began this year’s competition with 24 Soldiers competing for first place in the following ranks: junior enlisted, noncommissioned officer, warrant officer, commissioned officer, and Korean Augmentation to the United States Army (KATUSA). The competition served as a valuable training experience, and the winners will advance to the 2nd Infantry Division Best Warrior Competition April 2019. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Daniel Parker.)

(U.S. Army photo by Capt. Daniel Parker.)

U.S. Army Col. and commander, Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center, Michigan Army National Guard, discuss cyber attacks during a cyber-warfare training event, Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center, Michigan, March 8, 2022. The Cyber Strike exercise focused on replicating a live training environment utilizing key personnel from different organizations consisting of law enforcement, prosecutors, detectives, and the Michigan Air National Guard and used a closed network that ran a malware application. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. David Eichaker.)

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. David Eichaker.)

U.S. Army Gen. and Commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa reviews talking points before the 21st TSC change of command ceremony hosted on Sembach Kaserne, Sembach, Germany, July 30, 2025. The 21st Theatre Sustainment Command is U.S. Army Europe and Africa's lead organization for all sustainment activities including logistics support, transportation, combat sustainment, human resources, finance, contracting and all other areas in the field of sustainment. (U.S. Army photo by Daryl Averill, Jr.)

(U.S. Army photo by Daryl Averill, Jr.)

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NAPLES, Italy (Nov 13, 2024) Lieutenant and Deputy Staff Judge Advocate, Commander, Navy Region, Europe, Africa, Central, poses for a photo onboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, Italy, November 13, 2024. Navy Region EURAFCENT oversees nine installations in seven countries, enabling U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed, in order to ensure security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Matthew Nass.)

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Matthew Nass.)

Landing Signals Officer Ensign directs an MH-65E Dolphin helicopter during routine nighttime flight operations onboard U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Munro (WMSL 755) Aug. 23, 2023, in the South China Sea. Munro deployed to the Western Pacific to conduct engagements with regional allies and partner nations, reinforcing a rules-based order in the maritime domain. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Petty Officer Brett Cote.)

(U.S. Navy photo by Chief Petty Officer Brett Cote.)

A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter from 1-214th General Support Aviation Battalion,12th Combat Aviation Brigade, taxis along the flight line after refueling during exercise Falcon Autumn 22 at Vredepeel, Netherlands, Nov. 7, 2022. 12 CAB is among other units assigned to V Corps, America's Forward Deployed Corps in Europe. They work alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-ready forces, execute joint and multinational training exercises, and retain command and control for all rotational and assigned units in the European Theater. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Mort.)

(U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Thomas Mort.)

The United States Air Force First Sergeant Academy practiced their drill and ceremonies this week! Drill and ceremonies play a major role in our Airman’s military experience and these future First Sergeants are working to perfect them. (Video by Senior Airman Samuel Contreras.)

(Video by Senior Airman Samuel Contreras.)

Two shots of the Basic Military Training parade specifically captured for time lapse purposes or establishing marching footage. (Video by Todd Holly.)

(Video by Todd Holly.)

A 341st Missile Wing judge advocate speaks to a judge July 3, 2025, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Judge advocates prosecute and defend Airmen in court-martials, handle administrative disciplinary actions and ensure due process is upheld in military proceedings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla.)

A 341st Missile Wing judge advocate strikes a gavel against a block July 3, 2025, at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Mont. Air Force judge advocates are commissioned officers who serve as military attorneys. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jack Rodriguez Escamilla.)

U.S. Army Soldiers assign to Company B, 4th Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, await the order to advance during a military operation on urban terrain and counter weapons of mass destruction training as part of Ulchi Freedom Shield 25, Aug. 27, 2025, in South Korea. Ulchi Freedom Shield is an annual combined exercise conducted in support of the ROK-U.S. Mutual Defense Treaty signed in 1953. This combined exercise program highlights the ironclad commitment between the two nations to maintain a robust combined defense posture and to defend the people of the ROK from any threat. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Oniel McDonald.)

(U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Oniel McDonald.)

U.S. Air National Guard Col. and 185th Air Refueling Wing Commander aims a pepperball gun after shooting at the 185th ARW in Sioux City, Iowa, Sept. 14, 2025. Security Forces Airmen of the 185th practiced crowd control tactics with shields and pepper guns. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff. Sgt. Olivia Monk.)

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff. Sgt. Olivia Monk.)

A U.S. Marine role-playing as a causality is processed through security during a noncombatant evacuation operation exercise on Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 18, 2025. A NEO is an evacuation of civilians and nonessential military personnel from volatile situations overseas to designated safe havens. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible and lethal force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premiere crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maksim Masloboev.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Maksim Masloboev.)

Rapid Support senior NCO Sgt.1st Class and transportation specialist waits for a competing Soldier to give an answer to a question about trust during the Quarterly Soldier and Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) Boards at the 597th “Rapid Support” headquarters at Fort Eustis, Va. Competing Soldiers and NCOs, selected from among their peers at home, demonstrated their expertise in core competencies, such as leadership, training, and readiness; showcased broadening experiences, like unique assignments and college education; and proved their ability to embody the Army Values (Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage)– and the NCO and Soldier Creeds, as mentors and role models– pushing themselves and others to continuously train, educate, and improve as dedicated leaders. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Bryson.)

(Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Bryson.)

Camp Blanding Joint Training Center, Fla., Jan. 17, 2026 — Florida Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 124th Infantry Regiment stand in formation during a departure ceremony at Camp Blanding Joint Training Center. (Video by Tech. Sgt. Cesar Cordero.)

(Video by Tech. Sgt. Cesar Cordero.)

B-roll of Petty Officer 3rd Class reuniting with his family. Scenes include the petty officer's wife and newborn daughter waiting for his arrival, the petty officer greeting and hugging his wife and seeing and holding his daughter for the first time and the petty officer and his wife each speaking to a military reporter about how he and his family coped with their separation during the deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps Courtesy Video.)

(U.S. Marine Corps Courtesy Video.)

Family members and Soldiers of the U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) community participate in the 'Bring Your Lion Cub to Work Day' hosted at Caserma Del Din, Vicenza, Italy, Aug. 15, 2025. This event included physical fitness events, a K-9 demonstration, and various static displays to showcase military life to children. (U.S. Army video by Pfc. Destiny Baker.)

(U.S. Army video by Pfc. Destiny Baker.)

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. and 438th Supply Chain Operations Squadron speaks about his wife at their home in Bethel Housing, Virginia, Oct. 14, 2025. His wife, the 2024 Joan Orr Spouse of the Year, shared her experience as a military spouse and how her support enables her husband to accomplish the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Skylar Ellis.)

(U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Skylar Ellis.)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. and the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego and Western Recruiting Region mascot, learns about the Criminal Investigation Division from Master Sgt. and member of the Criminal Investigation Division, Headquarters and Service Battalion, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, California, Dec. 10, 2024. The mascot’s job is to boost morale, participate in outreach work, and attend events and ceremonies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob B. Hutchinson.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob B. Hutchinson.)

U.S. Air Force Col. and Air Force Office of Special Investigations 4th Field Investigations Region outgoing commander, speaks during the AFOSI 4th FIR change of command at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Aug. 4, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kathryn R.C. Reaves.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Kathryn R.C. Reaves.)

YOKOHAMA, Japan (December 19, 2025) — A military working dog and handler, alongside Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) agents and Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) Security personnel, conduct a routine K-9 sweep at postal distribution facility. The coordinated effort is part of standard safety and security measures designed to help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for service members, families, and civilian employees during normal operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Sheryl Sullivan.)

(U.S. Navy photo by Sheryl Sullivan.)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. and judge advocate with Western Recruiting Region discusses the process of becoming a Marine Corps judge advocate. Judge advocates are attorneys responsible for upholding the law and core values of the Marine Corps. By serving as judge advocates, Marines gain knowledge and expertise through criminal litigation experience across diverse legal portfolios. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Lennon Dregoiw.)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. and staff judge advocate to the Commandant of the Marine Corps gives his remarks at the Sustained Operational Law Training 26.1 at the Littoral Warfare Training Center Auditorium on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 13, 2026. The SOLT 26.1 was held to provide an opportunity for Marines to gather as Judge advocates, leaders, and legal professionals to establish a baseline for legal performance across the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabelle Hutmacher.)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj., left, oncoming command senior enlisted advisor, exchanges a handshake with Sgt. Maj., off going command senior enlisted advisor, both with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, during a relief and appointment ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Aug. 6, 2025. The ceremony was held to honor a longstanding Marine Corps tradition that highlights the transfer of leadership and responsibilities from Burnette’s role as command senior enlisted advisor with H&HS, MCAS Cherry Point. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Samantha Rodriguez.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Samantha Rodriguez.)

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. and 31st Security Forces Squadron section chief of plans and programs, center, practices opening statements with Master Sgt. and 86th Comptroller Squadron and Wing Staff Agencies first sergeant, during a Negotiation and Dispute Resolution training course at the U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa Conference Center, Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Dec. 4, 2019. USAFE-AFAFRICA sponsored the three-day training course in conjunction with the Air Force Negotiation Center designed to provide first sergeants an additional skillset to help resolve conflict at the lowest level. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Renae Pittman.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Renae Pittman.)

A Paratrooper assigned to 2nd Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment “White Devils,” 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division uses cover with his team at a live-fire exercise during Devil Avalanche, at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, July 27, 2025. White Devils conduct live-fire exercises to build trust and cohesion, challenging Paratroopers to depend on each other’s skills and decision making under pressure while sharpening their readiness to deploy and respond anywhere in the world within 18 hours. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Aiden O’Marra.)

(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Aiden O’Marra.)

Staff Sgt. (right), Third Army small group leader and Clinton, N.C., native, gives the mission to student non-commissioned officers during Warrior Leader Course’s training on Troop Leading Procedures here, April 4. This 36-hour field training allows soldiers to walk away from the training with an understanding of how to properly receive the mission, issue the warning order, make a tentative plan, start necessary movement, reconnoiter, complete the plan, issue the complete order, and supervise, which are basic skills needed to lead troops during combat and daily missions in times of need. With the only forward deployed WLC, Third Army is preparing non-commissioned officers for future missions and giving soldiers the ability to teach those under them through Non-commissioned Officer Education System courses such as WLC. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Shelia Fourman.)

(Photo by Staff Sgt. Shelia Fourman.)

B-roll of Gunnery reuniting with his family. Scenes include Gunnery Sgt.'s family watching for his arrival, the sergeant greeting and hugging his family and the sergeant speaking to a military reporter about how he and his family cope with their separation during a deployment. (U.S. Marine Corps courtesy video.)

(U.S. Marine Corps courtesy video.)

U.S. Army Spc. and sniper with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment, 81st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, Washington National Guard, exits the wood line following an infiltration stalk lane on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Oct. 19, 2024. Snipers were dropped at designated grid points and then moved forward towards two observers, using natural vegetation to avoid detection. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon.)

(U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Adeline Witherspoon.)

Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Fuels) Airman Apprentice (left), a Wapato, Washington native, signals to a scene leader during a crash and salvage drill on the flight deck of the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) during Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2024 while underway in the Pacific Ocean, July 27. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Diaz.)

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Diaz.)

Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 116th Cavalry, spend time talking and catching up with each other after their formal demobilization ceremony on March 5, 2023 in Hermiston, Oregon. The unit members were deployed for nearly a year to support Operation Spartan Shield, strengthening defensive relationships, and building partner nation’s abilities in the Middle East. (National Guard photo by John Hughel, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs.)

(National Guard photo by John Hughel, Oregon Military Department Public Affairs.)

U.S. Army Major General and Adjutant General of the Wyoming National Guard, meets with U.S. Air Force Col. and 154th Wing Commander, Hawaii Air National Guard, during a visit of Sentry Aloha 26-1 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Jan. 15, 2026. Sentry Aloha 26-1 is a recurring, large-scale training exercise designed to enhance readiness, interoperability and integration across U.S. and partner air forces. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Michael Swingen.)

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Michael Swingen.)

U.S. Space Force Guardians assigned to Space Delta 5 monitor computer workstations Dec. 18, 2025, at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif. Space Delta 5 supports and presents combat-ready forces to command and control the Combined Space Operations Center, which closes blue kill chains by delivering space-enabled effects—including GPS, missile warning and electromagnetic interference detection—to the Joint Force. (U.S. Space Force photo by David Dozoretz.)

(U.S. Space Force photo by David Dozoretz.)

Members of the United States Military and Panamanian security services participate in the Combined Jungle Operations Training Course at Base Aeronaval Cristóbal Colón, Panamá, Nov. 28 - Dec. 13, 2025. U.S. Southern Command is focused on increasing partner nation capacity and interoperability in the region and reflects the United States’ enduring promise of friendship, partnership, and solidarity with the Panamanian people. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Richard Morgan.)

(U.S. Army video by Spc. Richard Morgan.)

U.S. Army and International Paratroopers, from 14 partner nations, participated in Operation Toy Drop at Fort Bragg, NC, Dec. 4–12, 2025. OTD combined the spirit of giving with military training, allowing the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) and its subordinate units to improve airborne training, readiness, safety, and interoperability with partner nations while supporting the local community through voluntary toy donations. (U.S. Army Reserve video by Sgt. Cameron Hershberger.)

(U.S. Army Reserve video by Sgt. Cameron Hershberger.)

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. 380th Maintain the Force Element Readiness and Mortuary Affairs noncommissioned officer in charge, left, speaks with Senior Airman 380th Emergency Management specialist, during an emergency actions refresher training in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Jan. 23, 2026. Airmen deployed to CENTCOM train regularly to ensure they are ready to respond at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. James Cason.)

U.S. service members compete in a long-bay carbine match for the 64th Annual Interservice Rifle Championship at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, June 14, 2025. The ISRC consists of multiple disciplines of rifle competition including a high-power 1,000 aggregate match, a high-power long-range match, a quantified performance, a gas gun match and a practical competition shooting league action carbine match. The competition brings together the top shooters from Interservice Marksmanship teams to test their skills from precision marksmanship to dynamic multi-gun stages. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Hannah Kear.)

(U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Hannah Kear.)

Pilots from the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth, MN conduct training operations June 8, 2025. This video showed a typical flying day at the 148th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Airman Addie Peterson.)

(U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Airman Addie Peterson.)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. poses for a photo at Marine Corps Support Facility New Orleans Dec. 18, 2025. With 4th Marine Air Wing was selected for a lateral move to first sergeant under the new E-8 transfer pilot initiative. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Scott Jenkins.)

(U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Scott Jenkins.)

Congratulations to Impact Company’s newest E8, who has achieved the rank of Master Sgt. and was pinned outside the 328th FSC’s headquarters May 13, 2024, Camp Lemmonier, Djibouti. (Photo by CPT Owen Dietrich.)

(Photo by CPT Owen Dietrich.)

Chief of Naval Operations Navy Adm. and Navy Adm. and director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, brief Pentagon reporters on the Navy's investigation into allegations of compromised test materials. (DoD Photo by Glenn Fawcett.)

(DoD Photo by Glenn Fawcett.)

A b-roll compilation of the 52nd Fighter Wing trial courtroom at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, May 6, 2024. Trial courtrooms are the public face of the military justice system and help promote respect for the tradition and purpose of the law and judicial process. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Demi M. Ebert.)

(U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Demi M. Ebert.)

Clouds roll by the steeple of the Cadet Chapel at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado on August 15, 2018. Commanders and command chiefs from around the 22nd Air Force joined their civic leader counterparts for a Senior Leader Summit held throughout the week where they toured the academy and other Air Force bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Park.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Andrew Park.)

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. -- A late evening thunderstorm lights up the sky behind the Cadet Chapel on Jul. 5, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley.)

(U.S. Air Force photo by Trevor Cokley.)

The Cadet Chapel is shown as the Waldo Canyon fire burns off the southern border of the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., June 27, 2012. Mandatory evacuations took place for all housing residents on the Air Force Academy as this fire continues to spread. (Photo by Michael Kaplan.)

(Photo by Michael Kaplan.)

Senior Master Sgt. addresses Airmen of the 127th Wing, friends and family after being promoted to his current rank at Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan, Dec. 6, 2025. He serves as the first sergeant of the headquarters section of the 127th Wing. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Dan Heaton.)

(U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Dan Heaton.)

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 8th Military Police Brigade, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, alongside U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 174, Marine Aircraft Group 24, conduct explosive ordnance disposal training during Exercise Balikatan 24 at Fort Magsaysay, Philippines, April 25, 2024. BK 24 is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Kai Rodriguez.)

(U.S. Army video by Spc. Kai Rodriguez.)

U.S. Army Soldiers across the 25th Infantry Division execute a first-person view drone live fire exercise (LFX) and Table VI certifications at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Jan. 29-Feb. 5, 2026. Both live fire exercises underscored the Tropic Lightning Division's dedication to maintaining operational readiness and enhancing lethality. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Duke Edwards.)

(U.S. Army video by Sgt. Duke Edwards.)

Family Advocacy Program CID Investigation 60 seconds. (Video by Michael Christopher.)

(Video by Michael Christopher.)

Delaware Army National Guard Chief Warrant Officer 5 and G4 Logistics Superintendent for the Combined Support Maintenance Shop is retiring this summer. This former Command Chief Warrant Officer served the Delaware National Guard since his senior year of high school in 1982, marking this year as his 43rd year of service. (Delaware Army National Guard photos by Staff Sgt. Alyssa Lisenbe.)

(Delaware Army National Guard photos by Staff Sgt. Alyssa Lisenbe.)