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Repair, Replace, Repeat: III Marine Expeditionary Force Marines Salvage Repairable Gear
September 21, 2016

Bonhomme Richard Launches NATO Missile
September 20, 2016
Amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) fires a NATO Sea Sparrow surface-to-air missile to intercept a remote-controlled drone as part of Valiant Shield 2016 (VS16). VS16 is a biennial, U.S.-only, field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training among U.S. forces. This training enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking and engaging unity at sea, in the air, on land, and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. Bonhomme Richard, flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group, is operating in the Philippine Sea in support of security and stability in the Indo-Asia Pacific region.

Fort Worth Visits Kwajalein as Transit Home Continues
September 20, 2016
In this file photo, USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) departs Singapore in August.

Carter to Visit 4 States Next Week
September 20, 2016

Soldiers Learn Japanese Decon Despite Language Barriers
September 20, 2016
U.S. Army Pfc. Kemper Baker, 4th Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, hands a brush back to a Japan Force Ground Self-Defense member, 3rd Nuclear Biological Chemical unit, 3rd Div., 36th Inf. Reg at Aibano Training Area, Japan, Sept. 15, 2016. The Infantrymen go through the Japanese personnel decontamination process, which includes cleaning their equipment at a wash station.


Top-performing Leaders Complete Phase One of the Young Alaka'i Leadership Program
September 20, 2016
Thirty - two top performing company - grade officer, warrant officer and non-commissioned officer at the Joint and Multinational Level, from all services across the Pacific region, including 1 Department of the Army Civilian, completed the 8th Theaters Sustainment Command's Phase I of the Young Alaka'i (YA) Leader Development Program 16-02 September 17. "Young Alaka'i is the most innovative, effective leader development program I have ever seen," said GEN Robert B. Brown, commanding general of U.S Army Pacific. "People are our best resource. It is important to get this kind of training opportunity to this cohort (company grade leaders) who want it and thrive for it."

RED HORSE Airmen Build Partnerships in Singapore
September 20, 2016

Valiant Shield 16: Maintainers Keep Operations Flowing
September 19, 2016
Airframes mechanics assigned to Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA(AW)) 242 remove a hydraulic pump from an F/A-18D Hornet after a flight mission during Exercise Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 18, 2016. Powerliners, airframes mechanics, communication navigation, and ordnance technicians, work around the clock to ensure flight schedules are met for aviation operations during the exercise. During this U.S.-only, biennial field training exercise, F/A-18D Hornets flew in a plethora of missions that emphasize joint integration, interoperability and expeditionary readiness.

U.S. Army Soldiers in Japan Offer Expertise during Shizoka Prefecture Comprehensive Disaster Drill
September 19, 2016
Army Maj. Donald Kim (left), U.S. Army liaison officer for the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Eastern Army and Central Readiness Force, and JGSDF Sgt. 1st Class Yamanashi Yoshihiro (right), escort noncommissioned officer-in-charge, 2nd Company, 34th Infantry Regiment, JGSDF Eastern Army, finalize the route for a vehicle convoy Sep. 4, 2016, in Kakegawa, Japan. The U.S. Army and JGSDF bilateral convoy simulated a humanitarian relief mission as part of the Shizuoka Prefecture Comprehensive Disaster Drill. The drill demonstrated how a diverse collection of local, regional, national and international organizations can pool their respective resources to effectively respond to a major disaster. In addition to coordinating convoy routes, the contingent of U.S. Army troops collaborated with their JGSDF counterparts to provide casualty care, establish mobile communication site and set up supply distribution points.

Rotational Force Darwin Marines Learn to Lead from the Frontlines
September 19, 2016
U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, Marine Rotational Force - Darwin, and Australian soldiers with 5th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment, conduct a casualty evacuation drill during the Frontline Leaders Course at Robertson Barracks, Northern Territory, Australia, Sept. 10, 2016. The course is intended to be an addition to the Marine Corps Lance Corporal’s Seminar, Corporal's Course, and Sergeant's Course. The course instills knowledge and leadership skills to positively impact those under their charge and the future of the Marine Corps. 1st Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, created the course and this will be the first time the course has been officially conducted.

Air Force Surgeon General Visits Osan Medical Facilities
September 19, 2016
Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark A. Ediger, Surgeon General of the Air Force, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C., practices contingency medical procedures with 51st Medical Group Airmen Sept. 14, 2016, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Ediger toured various medical facilities within the group to observe the progress and challenges of AF military treatment facilities.

Republic of Korea Partners with Deep U.S. Ties during Ulchi Freedom Guardian '16
September 19, 2016

Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group begins Valiant Shield Exercise
September 16, 2016
This graphic depicts facts about the involvement of the USS Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group in Valiant Shield 2016. Valiant Shield 16 is a biennial, U.S.-only, field training exercise (FTX) with a focus on integration of joint training among U.S. forces. Bonhomme Richard, flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group with embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, is participating in Valiant Shield in an effort to increase naval integration and joint capabilities in the event of conflict, contingency, or disaster relief.

Exercise Yudh Abhyas: 'Ghost Brigade' Soldiers begin Bilateral Training Exercise in India
September 16, 2016
An Indian soldier looks down the sight of a sniper rifle during a weapons demonstration held Sept. 15, 2016, at Chaubattia, India. The weapons demonstration was part of Yudh Abhyas, a bilateral training exercise geared toward enhancing cooperation and coordination between the two nations through training and cultural exchanges.

Carter, New Japanese Defense Minister Discuss Changing Security Environment
September 16, 2016
Secretary of Defense Ash Carter and Japanese Minister of Defense Tomomi Inada observe the national anthem  at the Pentagon, Sep. 15, 2016.

Joint Task Force Executes Quick Strike Mission En Route to Showcasing New Capability
September 16, 2016
U.S. Marine Corps aviation maintenance personnel with Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242, inspect an F/A-18D Hornet during Exercise Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Sept. 14, 2016. The inspection ensured there were no malfunctions with the aircraft while inflight. Valiant Shield is a biennial, U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps exercise held in Guam, focusing on real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces at sea, in the air, on land and in cyberspace.

Pacific Partnership 2016 Returns to Hawaii
September 16, 2016
Indonesian Tug boat Milla Mulia SHS moored next to hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19), anchored off the coast of Padang, during Pacific Partnership 2016's fifth and final mission stop, Aug. 26, 2016. Partner nations are working side-by-side with local organizations during disaster response training, civil engineering projects, Women, Peace, and Security seminars, medical subject matter expert exchanges and a live field training exercise aimed at improving the capacity of local government, civilian agencies and partner militaries to collectively respond in crisis.

Valiant Shield 16: Aviation Ordnance Marines Make an Impact
September 15, 2016
U.S. Aviation Ordnance Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron12 prepare ordnance for aviation squadrons participating in Valiant Shield 16 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, September 12, 2016. The ordnance constructed, provided the Marines of MALS-12 valuable experience assembling live ordnance to be used  during VS16 for a sinking exercise. VS16 is a biennial U.S. only, field training exercise that focuses on joint training with U.S. Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps to increase interoperability and working relationships.

Senior Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Play Important Role
September 15, 2016
Sgt. Sung-Pyo Hong, a senior Korean Augmentation to the United States Army Soldier from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Cavalry Division, shows Pvt. Yeon-Seok Kim, a new KATUSA to the company, how to fill out personnel records, Sept. 1, 2016, at the Republic of Korea Army Support Office at Camp Hovey. Kim has been assigned to the brigade's ROKA Support Office as a human resources specialist.