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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron and a volunteer from the NASA Vehicle Integration Test Team office get ready to demonstrate rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base. In the background is an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1347

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron and a volunteer from the NASA Vehicle Integration Test Team office get ready to demonstrate rescue equipment that is used by participants in... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In the background is an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1344

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In the... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An Air Force HC-130 rescue tanker flies over the target area off Florida's central east coast during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1371

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An Air Force HC-130 rescue tanker flies over t...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An Air Force HC-130 rescue tanker flies over the target area off Florida's central east coast during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. In support of, and with logistical s... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are successfully launched from a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1366

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, kn...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are successfully launched from a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with l... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron and a volunteer (in the stretcher) from the NASA Vehicle Integration Test Team office get ready to demonstrate rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1348

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron and a volunteer (in the stretcher) from the NASA Vehicle Integration Test Team office get ready to demonstrate rescue equipment on the HH-60... More

U.S. Navy Adm. Cecil D. Haney, U.S. Strategic Command

U.S. Navy Adm. Cecil D. Haney, U.S. Strategic Command

U.S. Navy Adm. Cecil D. Haney, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) commander (right), provides remarks during an award ceremony honoring the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, La., March 21, 2016. Durin... More

U.S. Navy Adm. Cecil D. Haney, U.S. Strategic Command

U.S. Navy Adm. Cecil D. Haney, U.S. Strategic Command

U.S. Navy Adm. Cecil D. Haney, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) commander (center), speaks to missileers assigned to the 341st Missile Wing during his visit to an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) la... More

General John M. Shalikashvili stands next to his wife, Joan, as she is greeted by General Eugene E. Habiger, Commander-in-CHIEF, U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM)

General John M. Shalikashvili stands next to his wife, Joan, as she is...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: A1C Quinton T. Burris Release Status: ... More

The "Spirit" gate at the base entrance is dusted with unseasonable snow flurries on the day before the exercise commenced. Global Guardian is designated to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effecxtively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

The "Spirit" gate at the base entrance is dusted with unseasonable sno...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Key personnel of the 509th Bomb Wing meet in the base command post where all operational aspects of the wing's ability to successfully complete the exercise mission are presented. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

Key personnel of the 509th Bomb Wing meet in the base command post whe...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

The B-2 "Spirit" stealth bomber #0040, "Spirit of Alaska" assigned to the 393rd Bomb Squadron stands ready for aircraft generation in its hangar. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

The B-2 "Spirit" stealth bomber #0040, "Spirit of Alaska" assigned to ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Close-up of the cockpit of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing. Crew members are silhouetted as they prepare for the next mission. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

Close-up of the cockpit of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A close-up of the exterior of the cockpit area of a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber, from the 509th Bomb Wing, inside the hangar. Inside the cockpit pilots can be seen climbing into their seats prior to engine start. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A close-up of the exterior of the cockpit area of a B-2 Spirit, stealt...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron performs a deflection check on an umbrella seal of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing aircraft. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron performs a deflection check ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing, taxis out to take-off during an exercise sortie. In the background are several of the unique hangars used to store and service the aircraft. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Win...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

The crew of a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber, from the 509th Bomb Wing do a preflight inspection in the B-2s hangar. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

The crew of a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber, from the 509th Bomb Wing do ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

MAJ Frank Cavuoti (left) from Garden City, New York, and CPT Mike Ouelette (right) from Bolton, Conneticut, both B-2 pilots assigned to the 394th Bomb Wing, plan their sortie. They are in the "Vault" a secure underground mission planning facility where B-2 crews receive all their mission data and plan how they will complete their mission. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority. SCREEN RESOLUTION ONLY

MAJ Frank Cavuoti (left) from Garden City, New York, and CPT Mike Ouel...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron prepares the surface of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, "Spirit of Oklahoma" from the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing aircraft for painting. Along with personal protective equipment, he is in a sealed paint vapor enclosure attached to the aircraft surface. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron prepares the surface of a B-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Two officers from the 509th Operations Group, escorted by a security policeman, carry aircrew briefcases containing sensitive materials away from a simulated vehicle accident site involving the alert vehicle carrying a B-2 bomber crew. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

Two officers from the 509th Operations Group, escorted by a security p...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Close up of the exterior cockpit area of a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber, from the 509th Bomb Wing. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

Close up of the exterior cockpit area of a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron prepares the surface of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing aircraft for painting during the exercise. Along with personal protective equipment, he is in a sealed paint vapor enclosure attached to the aircraft surface. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron prepares the surface of a B-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

MAJ Frank Cavuoti (left) from Garden City, New York, and CPT Mike Ouelette (right) from Bolton, Conneticut, both B-2 pilots assigned to the 394th Bomb Wing, plan their sortie. They are in the "Vault" a secure underground mission planning facility where B-2 crews receive all their mission data and plan how they will complete their mission. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

MAJ Frank Cavuoti (left) from Garden City, New York, and CPT Mike Ouel...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

CPT Tony Monetti, 509th Bomb Wing, checks out an Alert Crew van that was stopped in the middle of the street. The van was marked as simulated vehicle accident. CPT Monetti uses his radio to call the base firefighters to assist with the accident. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

CPT Tony Monetti, 509th Bomb Wing, checks out an Alert Crew van that w...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron performs a deflection check on an umbrella seal of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing aircraft. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A1C Ryan Hill, 509th Maintenance Squadron performs a deflection check ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A view of the front half of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing, as it taxis out for take-off during an exercise sortie. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A view of the front half of a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd B...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing, retracts its nose gear during a take-off for an exercise sortie. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Win...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

509th Security Force Squadron personnel use an under-vehicle mirror to inspect beneath vehicles entering and leaving the priority-A area around the B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber hangars. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

509th Security Force Squadron personnel use an under-vehicle mirror to...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

In the late afternoon sunlight a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber, from the 509th Bomb Wing stands ready in its hangar. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

In the late afternoon sunlight a B-2 Spirit, stealth bomber, from the ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Wing, retracts its landing gear during a take-off for an exercise sortie. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority

A B-2 Spirit stealth bomber of the 393rd Bomb Squadron, 509th Bomb Win...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

With taxi lights on, a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber from the 509th Bomb Wing taxis out to takeoff during the exercise. Global Guardian is designed to exercise the ability of USSTRATCOM and its component forces to effectively deter a military attack against the United States and employ forces as directed by the National Command Authority. SCREEN RESOLUTION ONLY

With taxi lights on, a B-2 Spirit stealth bomber from the 509th Bomb W...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Whiteman Air Force Base State: Missouri (MO) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Oper... More

Joint service members of the Support Battle STAFF at U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) provide information on a global scale to the staff of USSTRATCOM during Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98

Joint service members of the Support Battle STAFF at U.S. Strategic Co...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Op... More

AIRMAN 1ST Class Arnette Snow, 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Section, Seymour Johnson AFB, installs necessary hardware in preparation for installing dummy munitions on the F-15E Strike Eagle during Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98. GLOBAL GUARDIAN is held annually to test US Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM) capabilities to deter a major attack

AIRMAN 1ST Class Arnette Snow, 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Section,...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: Seymour Johnson Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

AIRMAN First Class Arnette Snow, 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Section, Seymour Johnson AFB, uses an electrical tester to perform an operational check on a F-15E Strike Eagle during Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98. GLOBAL GUARDIAN is held annually to test US Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM) capabilities to deter a major attack

AIRMAN First Class Arnette Snow, 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Sectio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN Base: Seymour Johnson Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scen... More

SENIOR AIRMAN Johnathon Dolar, chief of load crew 13 of the 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Section at Seymour AFB, completes the necessary paperwork after loading dummy munitions on an F-15E Strike Eagle in support of Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98. GLOBAL GUARDIAN is held annually to test US Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM) capabilities to deter a major attack

SENIOR AIRMAN Johnathon Dolar, chief of load crew 13 of the 336th Figh...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: Seymour Johnson Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Airmen installs necessary hardware in preparation for installing dummy munitions on a F-15E Strike Eagle at Seymour Johnson AFB, prior to the start of the aircraft-generation phase of Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98. GLOBAL GUARDIAN is held annually to test US Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM) capabilities to deter a major attack

Airmen installs necessary hardware in preparation for installing dummy...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: Seymour Johnson Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

Members of load crew 13 from the 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Section Seymour Johnson AFB, ensure proper alignment before securing the dummy munition to a J1 lift truck operated by AIRMAN 1ST Class Toni Tarrant (second from left). The munition will then be loaded on the F-15E Strike Eagle (background) prior to the start of the aircraft-generation phase of Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98. GLOBAL GUARDIAN is held annually to test US Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM) capabilities to deter a major attack

Members of load crew 13 from the 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Sectio...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: Seymour Johnson Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

AIRMAN 1ST Class Toni Tarrant, weapons specialist with the 336th Fighter Squadron Weapons Section, Seymour Johnson AFB, uses a J1 lift truck to move a dummy munition which will be uploaded to an F-15E Strike Eagle during Exercise GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98. GLOBAL GUARDIAN is held annually to test US Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM) capabilities to deter a major attack

AIRMAN 1ST Class Toni Tarrant, weapons specialist with the 336th Fight...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: GLOBAL GUARDIAN '98 Base: Seymour Johnson Air Force Base State: North Carolina (NC) Country: United States Of America (USA) ... More

William “Bill” Sullivan and wife, Elizabeth, hold up

William “Bill” Sullivan and wife, Elizabeth, hold up

William “Bill” Sullivan and wife, Elizabeth, hold up old photos of Bill at a reunion celebration in Normandy, France. The photos are from his time in service as a prisoner of war during World War II 1944-1945. ... More

The 96th Bomb Squadron, from the 2nd Bomb Wing, taxis

The 96th Bomb Squadron, from the 2nd Bomb Wing, taxis

The 96th Bomb Squadron, from the 2nd Bomb Wing, taxis down the runway at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. June 11, 2018. The 96th Bomb Squadron aircraft flew over Étain, France, where the first U.S. combat aerial ... More

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. William Houston, left, deputy director

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. William Houston, left, deputy director

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. William Houston, left, deputy director of strategic targeting and nuclear mission planning, United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), welcomes U.S. Navy Vice Adm. William Merz, deputy ch... More

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) David Glode Stratcom, USAF, (right), United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) J363, has his bags and ID checked by AIRMAN First Class (A1C) Ronald Palmer, USAF, 55th Security Forces Squadron (SFS), during the Threat Con Delta implemented after terrorist attacks on US soil

Technical Sergeant (TSGT) David Glode Stratcom, USAF, (right), United ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: SRA Jer... More

Admiral (ADM), Richard W. Miles, USN, Commander-in-CHIEF, US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), tires to escape a blast of water from a fire hose, manned by his wife, Sheila Mies and Rear Admiral (RADM), Donnelly, Director of USSTRATCOM, following a final flight aboard an USN E-6B Mercury, Take Charge and Move Out (TACAMO) aircraft at Offutt AFB, Nebraska

Admiral (ADM), Richard W. Miles, USN, Commander-in-CHIEF, US Strategic...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Bobbie R. Pittard, USAF Release Status... More

Admiral (ADM), Richard W. Miles (front row center), USN, Commander-in-CHIEF, US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), stands with the crew of a USN E-6B Mercury, Take Charge and Move Out (TACAMO) aircraft, after making his final flight as Commander of USSTRATCOM. Taken at Offutt AFB, Nebraska

Admiral (ADM), Richard W. Miles (front row center), USN, Commander-in-...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: Bobbie R. Pittard, USAF Release Status... More

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers (left), Chairman, Joint CHIEF of STAFF, receives the United States Strategic Command flag from US Navy (USN) Admiral Richard W. Mies, Outgoing Commander, US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), during a Change of Command Ceremony at Offutt AFB, Nebraska

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers (left), Chairman, J...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: SRA Den... More

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers, Chairman, Joint CHIEF of STAFF, speaks during the United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), Change of Command Ceremony at Offutt AFB, Nebraska

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers, Chairman, Joint CH...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: SRA Den... More

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) William Mitchell Jr., sings the National Anthem during the United States Strategic Command's (USSTRATCOM), Change of Command Ceremony at Offutt AFB, Nebraska

US Air Force (USAF) STAFF Sergeant (SSGT) William Mitchell Jr., sings ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: SRA Den... More

The US Air Force (USAF) B-1B Lancer, The 8th Chadwick, 13th Bomber Squadron (BS), 7th Bomber Wing (BW), Dyess Air Force Base (AFB), Texas (TX), starts down the runway for take off from Offutt AFB, Nebraska (NE), with US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis Jr. Commander United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), onboard for a familiarization flight

The US Air Force (USAF) B-1B Lancer, The 8th Chadwick, 13th Bomber Squ...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: Chad Sc... More

US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis Jr. (second from left), Commander United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), poses with the US Air Force (USAF) crew of The 8th Chadwick, a USAF B-1B Lancer, 13th Bomber Squadron (BS), 7th Bomber Wing (BW), Dyess Air Force Base (AFB), Texas (TX), at Offutt AFB, Nebraska (NE) prior to take off

US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis Jr. (second from left), Com...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: ACC Scene Camera Operator: Chad Sc... More

US Deputy Secretary of Defense (DEPSECDEF), The Honorable Paul Wolfowitz, addresses the men and women of Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE), during the US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Change of Command Ceremony

US Deputy Secretary of Defense (DEPSECDEF), The Honorable Paul Wolfowi...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Daniel J. Condit, USAF Release Sta... More

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of STAFF (CJCS), render honors during the opening for the US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Change of Command Ceremony, held at Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE)

US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers, Chairman of the Jo...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Daniel J. Condit, USAF Release Sta... More

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant General (LGEN) James E. Cartwright (left), In-coming Commander, US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), marches with US Army (USA) Major General (MGEN) Kevin Campbell, CHIEF of STAFF USSTRATCOM and, US Navy Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis, Jr., Out-going Commander, USSTRATCOM, as they inspect the troops during the Units Change of Command Ceremony, at Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE)

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant General (LGEN) James E. Cartwright (...

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US Army (USA) Major General (MGEN) Kevin T. Campbell (foreground), CHIEF of STAFF, US Stratefic Command (USSTRATCOM) stands in front of a formation of Joint Service Members, during the USSTRATCOM Change of Command Ceremony, held at Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE). (SUBSTANDARD)

US Army (USA) Major General (MGEN) Kevin T. Campbell (foreground), CHI...

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US Deputy Secretary of Defense (DEPSECDEF), The Honorable Paul Wolfowitz, addresses the men and women of Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE), during the US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Change of Command Ceremony. Pictured on the podium left to right: US Air Force (USAF) General (GEN) Richard B. Myers, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of STAFF (CJCS): US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) Vern Clark, CHIEF of Naval Operations (CNO) USN CDR James O. Ellis Jr., Out-Going Commander, USSTRATCOM and US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant General (LGEN) James E. Cartwright, In-Coming Commander, USSTRATCOM

US Deputy Secretary of Defense (DEPSECDEF), The Honorable Paul Wolfowi...

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The US Air Force (USAF) Heartland of America Band, performs during the US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) Change of Command Ceremony, held at Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE)

The US Air Force (USAF) Heartland of America Band, performs during the...

The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: Offutt Air Force Base State: Nebraska (NE) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Camera Operator: SRA Daniel J. Condit, USAF Release Sta... More

US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis, Jr., Out-going Commander, US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), is accompanied by US Deputy Secretary of Defense, The Honorable Paul Wolfowitz, as they arrive at the pre-reception prior to the USSTRATCOM Change of Command Ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE). During the Ceremony ADM Ellis relinquished his command to US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant General (LGEN) James E. Cartwright. (SUBSTANDARD)

US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis, Jr., Out-going Commander, ...

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US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant General (LGEN) James E. Cartwright, In-Coming Commander, US Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), addresses the men and women in attendance, during the USSTRATCOM Change of Command Ceremony at Offutt Air Force Base (AFB), Nebraska (NE). During the Ceremony LGEN Cartwright, assumed command from US Navy (USN) Admiral (ADM) James O. Ellis, Jr. (SUBSTANDARD)

US Marine Corps (USMC) Lieutenant General (LGEN) James E. Cartwright, ...

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Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen speaks with Sailors and personnel assigned to U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) during and all-hands call.

Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen speaks with Sailors a...

Offutt Air Force Base, Neb. (Aug. 08, 2005) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Mullen speaks with Sailors and personnel assigned to U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) during and all-hands call. USSTRATC... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., are introduced to the equipment they will be working with. In the foreground is an HH-60 helicopter. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1341

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in the Mode VIII exercise being c...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., are introduced to the equipment they will be working with. In the foreground is an HH-60 helicopt... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1350

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron familiarizes participants in the Mode VIII exercise with the HH-60G helicopter that will play a part. The Mode VIII is being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1343

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron familiarizes participants in the Mode VIII exercise with the HH-60G helicopter that will play a part. The Mode VIII is being conducted at P... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1346

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In sup... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Representatives of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrate the use of rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1351

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Representatives of the 301st Rescue Squadron d...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Representatives of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrate the use of rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Pa... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., get instruction about the rescue equipment they will be working with. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1342

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in the Mode VIII exercise being c...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla., get instruction about the rescue equipment they will be working with. In support of, and with logi... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In the background is an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1345

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A representative of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrates rescue equipment that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In the... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Representatives of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrate the use of rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. This will be the 15th Mode VIII exercise conducted in the past 20 years. Photo credit: NASA/Kim Shiflett KSC-08pd1349

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Representatives of the 301st Rescue Squadron d...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Representatives of the 301st Rescue Squadron demonstrate the use of rescue equipment on the HH-60G helicopter that is used by participants in the Mode VIII exercise being conducted at Pa... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter lifts the stretcher bearing a participant. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1377

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode V...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter lifts the stretcher bearing a participant. In support of, and with logistical s... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter lifts the stretcher bearing a participant. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1378

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode V...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter lifts the stretcher bearing a participant. In support of, and with logistical su... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies over a rescue boat during a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1373

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies over...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies over a rescue boat during a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support ... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, wait for a support boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1381

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, kn...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, wait for a support boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATC... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast, participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are ready to be launched into the Atlantic Ocean. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1365

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida'...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast, participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are ready to be launched into the Atlantic Ocean. In ... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An HH-60G helicopter flies overhead of a rescue boat during a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1374

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An HH-60G helicopter flies overhead of a rescu...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An HH-60G helicopter flies overhead of a rescue boat during a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, N... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A support boat from a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, returns to the ship off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1384

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A support boat from a rescue training exercise...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A support boat from a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, returns to the ship off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATC... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard boat off Florida's central east coast, astronaut Richard Mastracchio adjusts his launch-and-entry suit to participate in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. Behind him is astronaut Paulo Nespoli. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1362

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard boat off Florida's centr...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard boat off Florida's central east coast, astronaut Richard Mastracchio adjusts his launch-and-entry suit to participate in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode V... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter executes a rescue maneuver of a participant. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1375

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, of...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter executes a rescue maneuver of a participant. In support of, and with logistical support... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Support boats connect off Florida's central east coast during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1382

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Support boats connect off Florida's central ea...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Support boats connect off Florida's central east coast during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hostin... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies overhead during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1372

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies over...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- A U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies overhead during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support fr... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, a member of the rescue team in a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, keeps watch for the returning support crew from the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Kingfisher, from Port Canaveral, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1385

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, a member of ...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, a member of the rescue team in a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, keeps watch for the returning support crew from the U.S. Coast Guard cutter King... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, support boats from a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, return to the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Kingfisher, from Port Canaveral, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1387

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, support boat...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, support boats from a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, return to the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Kingfisher, from Port Canaveral, Fla. In support of, ... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, a participant is lifted out of the water with a harness from an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1380

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode V...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, a participant is lifted out of the water with a harness from an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An Air Force HC-130 rescue tanker flies over the target area off Florida's central east coast during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1369

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An Air Force HC-130 rescue tanker flies over t...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- An Air Force HC-130 rescue tanker flies over the target area off Florida's central east coast during a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII. In support of, and with logistical s... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, a participant is lifted out of the water with a harness from an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1379

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode V...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, a participant is lifted out of the water with a harness from an HH-60G helicopter. In support of, and... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, members of the rescue team in a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, stay alert aboard the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Kingfisher, from Port Canaveral, Fla. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1386

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, members of t...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, members of the rescue team in a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, stay alert aboard the U.S. Coast Guard cutter Kingfisher, from Port Canaveral, Fl... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast, participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, put on astronauts' launch-and-entry suits. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1363

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida'...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast, participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, put on astronauts' launch-and-entry suits. In support ... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter rescues a participant from the Atlantic Ocean. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1376

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, of...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast, an HH-60G helicopter rescues a participant from the Atlantic Ocean. In support of, and with logistical suppo... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast, participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, put on astronauts' launch-and-entry suits. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1364

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida'...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- In a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast, participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, put on astronauts' launch-and-entry suits. In support... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants take part in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast while a U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies overhead. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1370

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants take part in a rescue training ex...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants take part in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, off Florida's central east coast while a U.S. Coast Guard HU-25 Falcon jet flies overhead. In support of, and w... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are successfully launched from a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1367

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, kn...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are successfully launched from a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with l... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are successfully launched from a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1368

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, kn...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Participants in a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, are successfully launched from a U.S. Coast Guard rescue boat off Florida's central east coast. In support of, and with l... More

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, a support boat from a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, returns to the Freedom Star, one of NASA's solid rocket booster retrieval ships from NASA's Kennedy Space Center. In support of, and with logistical support from, NASA, USSTRATCOM is hosting a major exercise involving Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, search and rescue (SAR) forces, including the 45th Space Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, which support space shuttle astronaut bailout contingency operations, known as Mode VIII. This exercise tests SAR capabilities to locate, recover and provide medical treatment for astronauts following a space shuttle launch phase open-ocean bailout. Participants include members of the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Air Force, and NASA's Kennedy Space Center and Johnson Space Center. Photo credit: NASA/Dimitri Gerondidakis KSC-08pd1383

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, a support bo...

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. -- Off Florida's central east coast, a support boat from a rescue training exercise, known as Mode VIII, returns to the Freedom Star, one of NASA's solid rocket booster retrieval ships from... More

Lt. Col. James Parrack, chief, Weapons of Mass Destruction

Lt. Col. James Parrack, chief, Weapons of Mass Destruction

Lt. Col. James Parrack, chief, Weapons of Mass Destruction Element 4, responds to questions during a July 15 field capabilities demonstration to (from left) Gen. Bob Kehler, commander, U.S. Strategic Command; B... More

STRATCOMs new senior enlisted leader hits ground running

STRATCOMs new senior enlisted leader hits ground running

Command Sgt. Maj. Patrick Alston makes a speech during a change of responsibility ceremony after taking the post as U.S. Strategic Command's new senior enlisted leader Aug. 19.

Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander, U.S. Strategic Command,

Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander, U.S. Strategic Command,

Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander, U.S. Strategic Command, and Gen. Keith Alexander, commander, U.S. Cyber Command, share a lighter moment after Alexander's speech on cyber related issues during the 2011 USSTRAT... More

USSTRATCOM announces annual award winners

USSTRATCOM announces annual award winners

Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander, U.S. Strategic Command, and Command Sgt. Maj. Patrick Alston, Senior Enlisted Leader, USSTRATCOM, take a group photo with award recipients from the 2011 USSTRATCOM Annual Award... More

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick D. West,

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick D. West,

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Rick D. West, receives a warm welcome by Vice Adm. Timothy Giardina, deputy commander, U.S. Strategic Command, during his visit, March 27, 2012. MCPON West, the twelfth s... More

Former and current Strategic Air Command and U.S. Strategic

Former and current Strategic Air Command and U.S. Strategic

Former and current Strategic Air Command and U.S. Strategic Command leaders speak during the SAC Memorial and Dedication Reunion Senior Leaders Forum at the Patriot Club June 1, 2012. The panelists answered que... More

Omaha trophies presented to USSTRATCOM’s finest

Omaha trophies presented to USSTRATCOM’s finest

Brig. Gen. Donald Bacon, commander, 55th Wing, and Chief Master Sgt. William Thomaston Jr., command chief, 55th Wing, accept the Omaha Trophy from Gary Gates, Strategic Command Consultation Committee, and Gen. ... More

Army Staff Sgts. Esperanza Hermosillo, Greggory Bolin,

Army Staff Sgts. Esperanza Hermosillo, Greggory Bolin,

Army Staff Sgts. Esperanza Hermosillo, Greggory Bolin, and Deberah Lawson, all assigned to U.S. Strategic Command, celebrate the U.S. Army's 237th Birthday by packing food items for school age children in need ... More

Sierra Edwards, an Air Force Reserve Officers' Training

Sierra Edwards, an Air Force Reserve Officers' Training

Sierra Edwards, an Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps (AFROTC) cadet at University of Nebraska Omaha, controls an EA-18G "Growler."

Mike Wagster, a civilian assigned to U.S. Strategic

Mike Wagster, a civilian assigned to U.S. Strategic

Mike Wagster, a civilian assigned to U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM), pilots an EA-18G Growler aircraft flight simulator. Representatives from Boeing brought the simulator to USSTRATCOM to educate personnel... More

Flu Vaccinations Commence at U.S. Strategic Command

Flu Vaccinations Commence at U.S. Strategic Command

Air Force Staff Sgt. Bethany Keirans, noncommissioned officer in charge of the 55th Medical Group allergy and immunization clinic, administers the live attenuated influenza vaccine to Master Chief Naval Aircrew... More

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