MANGAF, Kuwait - Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) joined more than 300 service members for a Thanksgiving feast held Nov. 28 at the Hilton Kuwait Resort in Mangaf, Kuwait.

The Association of the United States Army Kuwait Chapter hosted the event with the support of 13 corporate sponsors to include Global International, DynCorp International and United Airlines. In addition to partaking in a catered dinner that included traditional Thanksgiving turkey, stuffing and potatoes as well as honey roasted chicken, lemon pepper tilapia, baked lasagna, fresh fruit and an assortment of desserts, the troops also had the opportunity to explore the resort's rock jetty, lounge along the sandy beach, play a match of volleyball, shop for Christmas gifts at an arts and crafts bizarre and listen to live music by Negligent Discharge, a cover band consisting of service members from Camp Arifjan, Kuwait.

More than a dozen political dignitaries and military officers from Kuwait, Australia, Canada and Great Britain also attended the festivities. Soldiers from the 143d ESC even persuaded Matthew H. Tueller, the U.S. Ambassador to Kuwait, to join them for a group photo before he set out to visit every table to personally thank the troops for their service.

Formed in 2006, the AUSA Kuwait Chapter comprises approximately 250 members and volunteers who advance the interests of the Army. Although the AUSA as a whole primarily focuses on the needs of Soldiers and their families, the Kuwait Chapter also supports every military branch currently deployed to Kuwait in support of Operational Enduring Freedom through morale boosting events and fundraisers.

Story and photos by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV, public affairs NCO, 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary)

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SASEBO, Japan (Sep. 01, 2016) - Emergency medical service personnel practice carrying a victim on a stretcher to an MV-22 osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, as part of a disaster drill sponsored by the city of Sasebo. The disaster drill is held annually and fosters cooperation between civilian agencies, Japanese self-defense forces and the U.S. military based in Sasebo in the event a disaster were to occur. (U.S. Navy photo by LT. Adam Cole/Released) 160901-N-YG104-004

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PEARL HARBOR (Sept. 28, 2017) - The guided-missile destroyer USS Hopper (DDG 70) departs Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for an independent deployment to the Western Pacific and Middle East. While deployed, the ship will conduct theater security cooperation and maritime presence operations with partner nations. Hopper has a crew of nearly 330 officers and enlisted Sailors and is a multi-mission ship designed to operate independently or with an associated strike group. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jeff Troutman) 170928-N-ON468-0068

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Command Chief Master Sgt. Daniel Conner receives letter from Oregon Gov. Kate Brown, presented by Maj. Gen. Michael Stencel, Adjutant General, Oregon, during his retirement ceremony on Dec. 3, 2022 at Camp Withycombe, Oregon. (National Guard photo by John Hughel, OMD Public Affairs)

Mardi 28 janvier, à 17h30, s’est déroulée la prise de commandement du capitaine Arnaud Péchard, chef du centre d’incendie et de secours de Gardanne. Un moment solennel en présence des autorités et d’un public venu nombreux.

TAHITIEN : 1953 -1971

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Sources:

Historique de la flotte des Messageries Maritimes du commandant Lanfant

Le grand Siècle des Messageries Maritimes du Dr Paul Bois Tome V

Encyclopédie des Messageries Maritimes de Philippe Ramona (site sur le web)

Le forum des anciens des Messageries. De nombreuses photographies, anecdotes et précisons sont régulièrement mises en ligne.

Monsieur Xavier Escallier qui a très amicalement mis à ma disposition sa collection de cartes postales des Messageries.

Les différents sites internet sur la marine marchande, qu'ils soient Britanniques, Espagnols, Français ou autres.

Différents ouvrages personnel sur l'histoire de la marine marchande française.

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Paquebot mixte dits de type M.E. construit a l'Arsenal de Brest pour le compte de la compagnie des Messageries Maritimes

Identique au Calédonien.

1952 le 4 octobre: Lacement Marraine Mme André Colin. L'Arsenal étant en deuil suite à la perte du sous-marin SYBILLE il n'y eut pas de cérémonie.

1953 en février: Livraison par l'arsenal de Brest.

1963 MODIFICATIONS : Les troisièmes classes et les dortoirs des rationnaires sont transformés en cabines lors d'un séjour à Marseille. On va en profiter pour peindre en blanc une virure supplémentaire, ceci augmentera la surface du “fax col“

CARACTÉRISTIQUES :

2 mâts, une cheminée, 6 cales, 20 mâts de charge, 2 hélices, étrave incurvée et arrière arrondi.

Longueur: 167.3 mHT et 156 mPP

Largeur : 20.6 m

Jauge brute : 13.700 tjb (Paul Bois donne 12.613 tjb)

Jauge nette: 7.303 tn

Port en lourd : 9.350 t dont 6.150 t de marchandises en cales.

Déplacement: 17500 t

Tirant d'eau correspondant : 7,87 m

Capacité: 14.000 m3 dont 86 m3 de frigos.

Cales: 6 fermées par panneaux Mac Gregor single pull.

Mâts de charge: 20 au total.

10 de 3 t

4 de 8T

6 de 5T

1 bigue de 20t

1 bigue de 40t

PROPULSION ET AUXILIAIRES ÉLECTRIQUES:

2 moteurs Burmeister et Wain de 10 cylindres 62 VTF 115 alésage 620 mm – course 1150 mm

Deux temps, simple effet à injection mécanique.

Réfrigération culasses à l'eau douce rt pistons à l'huile.

Combustible: Boiler fuel en Route Libre. Et Diésel Oil en manœuvre.

Puissance: 11500 cv aux essais pour 19,7 nœuds.

Vitesse exploitation: 16,3 nds en service, puis à 9.800 cv

4 Groupes diésels générateurs de 320 Kw triphasés 200v continu.

Diesels alternateurs Dujardin Allen: 7 cylindres de 325 mm d'alésage et de 370 mm de course. 2 temps simples effets de 485 cv à 428 t/mn

1 Groupe électrogène de secours de 80 Kw

EAU DOUCE - 2 chaudières récupératrices sur les échappements de type Lamont timbrée à 3 kg/cm² produisant 1.500kg/h fournissant 160t/24h d'eau douce. Capacité en stock de 1.050 tonnes.

Pas de climatisation : Ventilation par système punkah-louvre.

PERSONNEL :

16 officiers –

122 h d'équipage

26 matelots et maitres au pont.

27 graisseurs et maitres à la machine.

69 ADSG (Agents Du Service Général)

PASSAGERS :

1ère Classe: 71

2de Classe 84 ou Classe touriste.

3ème Classe 86 -

Rationnaires en dortoirs : 122

LIGNE :

1953 le 24 janvier à 0 h: Prise en charge pour la compagnie par le commandant Teissere

1953 le 12 février : Voyage inaugural exceptionnel sur l'Indochine.

1953 le 4 mai: Retour d'Indo-Chine il part pour l'Australie.

Puis ligne du Pacifique où il fera toute sa carrière Marseille- Alger – Madère – Fort de France – Pointe à Pitre – Curaçao –Cristobal – Papeete – Port Vila - Nouméa – Sydney

(La ligne restera la même, suivant les circonstances certaines escales pourraient être annulées.)

ÉVÉNEMENTS :

1956 le 21 novembre. Vers 06:50h, en l'absence non signalée des deux bouées marquant les Bancs de la baie des pontons à Port Vila il va s'échouer sur le banc Trikiri. Il réussira à se déséchouer seul vers 07:15 h sans autre dommage qu'une légère déformation de deux pales.

1958 le 17 octobre: Au départ de Port Vila il va s'échouer dans la passe. Après allègement de 100 tonnes de marchandises et de 40 tonnes d'eau douce, il réussira à se déséchouer avec l'aide du caboteur TUTUNA. Il fera une touchée à Santo pour se ravitailler en eau douce.

1960 le 7 juin: Durant l'escale de Marseille, un incendie se déclare dans des sacs vides entassés dans le faux pont 5. Il sera maitrisé en une heure n'occasionnant que peu de dégâts.

1962 le 17 septembre: Devant passer sur le dock en A.T. il va s'occasionner une avarie sur l'hélice tribord en montant sur le dock flottant.

1964 le 11 février: Un début d'incendie va se déclarer dans la cabine n° 23 suite à un court-circuit. Feu rapidement maitrisé.

1964 le 15 février: Court-circuit dans le local des treuils de la cale 2. UN extincteur CO² suffira à maitriser ce départ de feu.

1967 le 18 janvier: Au départ de Marseille, il doit faire demi-tour, pour réparer un tirant MP du moteur bâbord. Il repartira à 19h après avoir réparé.

1968 le 14 décembre: Deux heures avant d'arriver à Funchal, un incendie se déclare dans le compartiment des moteurs. Un graisseur gravement brûlé est rapatrié par avion sur l'hôpital de Lyon, Il en ressortira guéri.

1969 le 2 mai: Faisant route sur Papeete, à 05:15 heure locale par 4°38'N et 89°09 W à environ 600 milles nautiques de Balboa, un incendie se déclare dans la machine au Groupe Électrogène n°4. 273 passagers se trouvent à bord ainsi que les 147 membres de l'équipage. Le navire étant chargé de 3.719 tonnes de marchandises diverses. L'incendie est activé par la rupture d'un tuyautage sur une cuve de 1.300 litres de gas-oil, toute la partie bâbord du compartiment machine s'embrase.

A 07:12 h les flammes consument les cabines des cuisiniers, le réfectoire des Maîtres dont les parquets attenant à la salle des machines ont subit un très fort échauffement.

A 08h:30 h devant la lutte énergique qui rassemble l'équipage, sous la conduite de l'officier de sécurité Mr Verdier Bernard ainsi que de l'aide de passagers, le feu régresse.

A 10:30h Le chef mécanicien Bonnet Pierre ainsi que son second mécanicien Mie Lucien peuvent pénétrer dans le compartiment machine et constatent que tous les foyers n'ont pas été éteints par la vapeur fournie par l'eau déversée sur les flammes. Il n'y aura aucune panique, ni aucun blessé, mais une forte émotion.

Le 5 mai le TAHITIEN sera pris en remorque par un cargo de la même Cie le MARQUISIEN de 9.300t commandé par le commandant Bovis Gérard. Il sera remorqué jusqu’à Balboa.

Le 9 mai le TAHITIEN est sur rade de Balboa où les passagers et l'équipage seront débarqués pour regagner leurs foyers. Une équipe réduite de 12 hommes restera à bord pour assurer le remorquage qui ramenènera le TAHITIEN à Marseille par les remorqueurs LES ABEILLES.

1970 du 28 février au 10 septembre : Remorquage du TAHITIEN sur Marseille. Une longue escale forcée sera effectuée à Fort de France, le remorqueur d'assistance ayant eut sa machine détruite suite à un court-circuit. Il reprendra sa route sur Marseille après réparation du remorqueur.

1970 le 24 décembre: Réparé et remis en état par les Ateliers Terrin, le TAHITIEN pourra reprendre sa route sur la ligne du Pacifique.

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Le récit détaillé du commandant Pétrelluzzi relatant cet incendie, agrémenté de photographies.

RETRAIT et FIN:

1971 le 14 décembre : Vendu à la Compagnie Aphrodite Cruises Ldt de Famagouste, il devient l'Atalante pour assurer le service Ancône-Patras. Il a aussi effectué, sous ce des croisières entre Chypre et l’Égypte pour le compte de la compagnie Paradise Cruise

1991. Transformé en ferry (?) sous le nom d'OMIRIKINOS.

2005 en fin d'année: Il a été définitivement démoli à Alang

Lt. Gen. Stephen G. Fogarty speaks about the future of U.S. Army Cyber Command during the ceremony in which he assumed command of ARCYBER, at Fort Belvior, Va., June 1,2018. (Photo by Pfc. Elijah Foster)

Valiant Air Command Museum Titusville Florida

On April 18th of 2015, my hometown of Ermelo (The Netherlands), celebrated its 70th anniversary year of the liberation from occupation by Nazi Germany during the Second World War.

On this exact day, seventy years ago, Canadian soldiers came into town via the Putterweg, hit a roadblock and met with some German resistance.

Today, festivities included a re-enactment of the fighting and liberation, in which cadets of the Royal Military School (the KMS in Ermelo) were dressed in period-accurate Canadian uniforms and ran through the Putterweg, guns blazing.

There was lots of music, a static show of military vehicles and demonstrations of armaments and equipment by our own armed forces; the 400th Medical Battalion (400 GNKBAT), 45th Mechanized Infantry Battalion (45 PAINFBAT RIOG), Communications (Regiment Verbindingstroepen) and one of the Engineering Battalions (Genie).

U.S. Army Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Resident Capt. (Dr.) Jenna Godwin performs an odontectomy procedure – removal of wisdom teeth – under general anesthesia. Godwin is in her third year of residency at Fort Gordon, Ga. The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery program focuses on the facial skeleton in addition to teeth and the oral cavity.

IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN (Jan. 5, 2017) - An F/A-18D Hornet with Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 225 taxis down the runway at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni. VMFA (AW) 225 is forward deployed to MCAS Iwakuni on a six month rotation with the Unit Deployment Program to improve operational capabilities through training in the Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joseph Abrego) 170105-M-ON157-0117

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CAMP H. M. SMITH, Hawaii (May 8, 2023) – Rear Adm. Utai Youngwilai, left, chief of staff, Royal Thai Marine Corps (RTMC), and U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. William M. Jurney, commander, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific (MARFORPAC), shake hands during the first Marine-to-Marine Future Engagement Planning event at MARFORPAC, Camp H. M. Smith, Hawaii, May 8, 2023. This event is designed to establish a mechanism to better plan for operations and activities conducted bilaterally between MARFORPAC and the RTMC. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Blake Gonter) 230508-M-LP807-1063

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Friday, June 10. LUBLIN, Poland – According to ANAKONDA 16 training plan Polish infantry battalion reinforced with Ukrainian airborne platoon under Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Brigade command successfully accomplished Cordon and Search Operation in Nowa Dęba Training Area on June 12.

In particular, the Multinational Brigade intelligence members detected adversary activity in vicinity of a fictional town. Affiliated 5th infantry battalion received a task to seize the area, secure the civilians and disarm adversaries.

Assessing the available resources, the Battalion Commander deployed infantry with personnel carriers BMP-1 to surround the area of operation. When counterforce fighters refused to surrender, in the theater arrived combined Polish-Ukrainian unit upon light armored Hummers.

“We executed the task. Illegal armed forces got neutralized. One our soldier was fictional injured to train medical evacuation support. Overall I am satisfied of our combined unit. We may represent different countries, but we understand each other and work for one aim,” explained the operation First Lieutenant Igor Shtanko. Ukrainian airborne platoon leader.

Lithuanian-Polish-Ukrainian Brigade Commander Brigadier General Adam Joks underlined that it was just a little well visible part of the operation. Thus, it was a spectacular execution, behind was a complex analysis, evaluation of threats and coordination with partners.

“Since 6th of June and up to 10th we were coordinating actions of American troops on our polygon ground. On 11th took under operational command a reserve territorial reserve company. 5th infantry battalion was hardly exercised and met our operational requirements. What is unique about Anakonda 16 for us that we operate in a dynamic environment. LITPOLUKRBRIG takes under command, intensively runs units for accomplishing tasks and transfers the authority back to their home HQs. This is probably the most valuable experience for commanding staff in developing interoperability and accountability for future real-life operations,” commented Brigadier General Adam Joks.

It should be stressed that during the scenario Cordon and Search operation execution the training area was visited by Minister of National Defence of Poland Antoni Macierewicz, commander of the Army US, the European Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, General Marek Tomaszycki and General Mirosław Różański. The high officials were amazed of high professionalism of participating soldiers.

“Military memberrs of Polish-Ukrainian-Lithuanian Brigade, the Multinational HQ Battalion and 5th infantry battalion reinforced with Ukrainian airborne platoon and territorial defense unit practiced tasks associated with the hybrid-combat threats” emphasized the head of the Defense Ministry. “Today's territorial defense cooperation with international brigade showed that these soldiers are prepared for the real actions.”

У ході навчання «Анаконда-2016» багатонаціональні сили провели операцію з виявлення та нейтралізації бандформувань

Механізований батальйон ЗС Польщі литовсько-польсько-української бригади ЛИТПОЛУКРБРИГ, посилений українським аеромобільним взводом та ротою територіальної оборони, успішно виконав операцію з виявлення та нейтралізації бандформувань на полігоні Нова Демба.

За легендою навчання, розвідка багатонаціональної бригади виявила діяльність незаконного збройного формування в населеному пункті. Приданий 5-й механізований батальйон отримав завдання взяти територію під контроль, забезпечити безпеку цивільного населення та знешкодити противника.

Оцінивши доступні сили і засоби, командир польського батальйону наказав механізованій роті на БМП-1 оточити територію проведення операції. Коли бандформування відмовилося здатися, на місце прибув польсько-український підрозділ на «Хаммерах».

– Ми виконали завдання та нейтралізували незаконне збройне формування. Згідно зі сценарієм, одного військовослужбовця було поранено, і ми відпрацювали елемент медевакуації з поля бою. Загалом, я задоволений діями підрозділу. Хоч ми і з різних країн, але розуміємо один одного і виконуємо єдине завдання, – пояснив командир аеромобільного взводу старший лейтенант Ігор Штанько.

Командир литовсько-польсько-української бригади бригадний генерал Адам Йокс наголосив, що демонстрація дій була лише невеликим епізодом великої операції. Поза видовищним виконанням стоїть процес складного аналізу, оцінки загроз та координації дій між партнерами.

– З 6 до 10 червня ми координували дії американських військовослужбовців на нашому полігоні. А вже 11 червня взяли під оперативне керівництво роту територіальної оборони. 5-й батальйон старанно тренувався і тепер відповідає нашим вимогам. «Анаконда-2016» – це унікальне навчання, адже ми виконуємо завдання в дуже динамічному оперативному середовищі. Напевне, це найцінніший досвід для офіцерів штабу щодо відпрацювання взаємосумісності під час майбутніх операцій, – зазначив заступник командира бригади полковник Володимир Юданов.

Потрібно наголосити, що за перебігом виконання практичних дій спостерігали Міністр національної оборони Республіки Польща Антоні Мацеревич та командувач Сухопутними військами США в Європі генерал-лейтенант Бен Ходжес. Високопосадовці були задоволені професіоналізмом учасників навчання.

– Особовий склад литовсько-польсько-української бригади, батальйону забезпечення, 5-го механізованого батальйону з українським аеромобільним взводом та ротою територіальної оборони відпрацювали завдання за сценарієм гібридних дій умовного противника, — зазначив Антоні Мацеревич. — Злагоджені дії багатонаціональної бригади із партнерами та підрозділами територіальної оборони показали їх готовність протистояти сучасним викликам і загрозам.

Фото: Олександр Гайн

ORLANDO, Fla. - Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) joined their active duty and Reserve Officer Training Corps brothers and sisters in welcoming tens of thousands of spectators to the Florida Classic, one of the nation’s largest football rivalries between two historically black colleges: Bethune–Cookman University and Florida A&M University.

In the hours leading to the opening kickoff Nov. 19, 2016, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., the Soldiers helped members from the Army Marketing Research Group encourage BCU and FAMU fans to test their strength, endurance and mental aptitude in various interactive activities featured at the Go Army booths. The troops motivated men and women from all walks of life to set personal records for planks, pullups and pushups. They also lent a hand in several creative challenges that emphasized teamwork and critical thinking.

Many of the thousands of fans who waited for their turn to don blindfolds, solve puzzles or perform pullups spoke with the troops about their training, experience and aspirations. While these casual conversations opened opportunities to introduce potential recruits to the Army’s robust enlisted and Reserve Officer Training Corps programs, they also fostered greater respect and understanding about the Army’s role in developing strong communities and mutually beneficial partnerships both at home and abroad.

The fans’ energy, enthusiasm and camaraderie also demonstrated that the Florida Classic and the U.S. Army share common values. Their sincere interest in learning about the Army’s vision, capabilities and career opportunities exemplified how rivalries on the gridiron can shape resilient individuals who possess the character qualities to lead and mentor men and women on the battlefield.

Several Soldiers received complimentary access to the field during the game. Army Master Sgt. Shantell D. Aviles, noncommissioned officer-in-charge, Office of the Inspector General, 143d ESC, watched many Florida Classic football games during her childhood and teenage years. Although she and her family were no strangers to seeing the game from the stands, Aviles had never before set foot on the sidelines. With a smile never left her face, she took full advantage of the exclusive press pass to take photos with the mascots, shake hands with the drum majors, and cheer her FAMU Rattlers from the endzone.

Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV, 143d ESC

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WATERS NEAR GUAM (June 1, 2015) - Sailors participate in helicopter operations on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, are on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. George Washington will conduct a hull-swap with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) later this year after serving seven years as the U.S. Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier in Yokosuka, Japan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Clemente A. Lynch/Released) 150601-N-YB023-046

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MALACCA STRAIT (Sep. 26, 2017) - Fire Controlman 1st Class Richard E. Byrd and Lt. Jonathon Godbolt, assigned to the littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4), conducts visit, board, search, and seizure (VBSS) drills aboard Royal Malaysian Navy ship FD Lekir (F26) as part of Maritime Training Activity (MTA) Malaysia 2017. Coronado is on a rotational deployment in U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility, patrolling the region's littorals and working hull-to-hull with partner navies to provide 7th Fleet with the flexible capabilities it needs now and in the future. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kaleb R. Staples/Released) 170926-N-GR361-051

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WESTERN PACIFIC (May 1, 2017) The Military Sealift Command Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197), right, participates in a replenishment-at-sea with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The U.S. Navy has patrolled the Indo-Asia-Pacific routinely for more than 70 years promoting regional peace and security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Z.A. Landers/Released) 170501-N-GD109-012

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CAIRNS, Australia (Aug. 23, 2017) - U.S. Marine Cpl. Nicolas Villanueva, right, motor transportation operator, Combat Logistics Detachment, Marine Rotational Force Darwin, works with soldiers from the Chinese People's Liberation Army to build a hut during Indigenous Australian culture classes for Exercise Kowari 2017 Aug. 23, 2017. After the opening ceremony, the Soldiers and Marines also took part in some traditional activities such as boomerang throwing and tribal face painting to introduce those visiting from the US and China to Indigenous Australian culture. Kowari is an annual training activity held in Australia to reinforce trilateral military relationships, trust and co-operation between Australia, China and the United States. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos) 170823-M-ST621-348

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On March 6, 2017, FDNY launched its first ever tethered drone to respond to a fire in a 6-story building on Crotona Park North in the Bronx.

The $85,000 FDNY tethered drone weighs 8 pounds and incorporates both a high-definition camera and infrared camera. These capabilities allow the drone to transmit live images of a fire operation to the Chief in charge of the incident. The drone’s camera allows Chiefs at the command post to see where Firefighters are operating on the roof of a building and to make decisions to help suppress the fire and keep FDNY members safe. The image is fed directly to the Incident Commander and is also shared with senior decision makers in the Fire Department through the FDNY Operations Center.

"We deployed the drone for the first time in support of a 4th alarm fire in the Bronx,” says FDNY Director of FDNY Operations Center, Timothy Herlocker. “We were able to get a good view of the roof, which allowed the Incident Commander on the ground to view the Firefighters as they were conducting roof operations, venting the roof and putting water on the fire."

“This fire was helped by our drone, said Deputy Assistant Chief Dan Donoghue, the incident commander at the 4th alarm fire. “The roof started to fail and we had a lot of great radio reports but that’s only verbal, so with the drone we had good visual pictures and it really helped us make decisions to put this fire out and keep our members safe.”

The FDNY drone is tethered using a small cable that carries electricity up to the device, which gives the drone an unlimited flight time. The drone can stay aloft for as long as necessary to keep an aerial view on the target. All controls, data, and power transmit back and forth through the tether preventing interference with radio frequency signals. The drone is piloted by specially trained FDNY Firefighters from the Department’s Command Tactical Unit. The Department currently has three drones in its fleet to deploy as needed.

“This new technology is going to make a positive impact in our fire operations,” said Fire Commissioner Daniel A. Nigro. “The drone’s camera gives our Chiefs a view they never had before. It’s an important tool that will make our members, and the people we protect, even safer.”

FDNY works closely with the FAA to ensure the drone operates safely and adheres to all rules and policies regarding airspace in New York City. The Fire Department Operations Center contacts the FAA prior to flying the drone for permission to deploy at night, or into FAA Class B Air Space - the FAA’s most restricted air space. Approval takes approximately ten minutes and takes place while the drone and its operators are responding to a fire.

LOMBOK STRAITS (Aug. 4, 2016) - Ens. Ryan Deltoro, assigned to the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG 111), greets Indonesian Navy (TNI-AL) Sailors aboard Spruance during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia 2016. CARAT is a series of annual maritime exercises between the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and the armed forces of nine partner nations to include Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Will Gaskill) 160804-N-SU278-220

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (April 27, 2016) - Petty Officer 2nd Class Cedrik Martinez deploys from a MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to the "Golden Falcons" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 12, during search and rescue swimmer training in the South China Sea. Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 12 is attached to the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship, USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), which is on a regularly scheduled patrol in the 7th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jason Kofonow/Released) 160427-N-CZ848-028

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Gauges on the right side of the steering column.

Here's what I know:

This is a 1980 GMC RTS bus. It was used at Troop E in Miami.

VIN: T80604810461

Original owner: Broward County Transit

Donated to FHP: 1998

Sold at Auction: June 6, 2012

Mileage at time of sale: 781,056

The following information is from:

www.flhsmv.gov/fhp/html/spec_act.html

"Troop E's Mobile Command Center came into service in 1997. The bus was donated by the Broward County Transit Department. The equipment used in the conversion was mostly donated. Bell South donated the wiring and phone system, and South Florida I.M.P.A.C.T. donated the money to purchase the many other items such as computers and printers needed to equip this mobile command center. The total cost was approximately $60,000.00 dollars."

If you have any further information, please let me know so I can update the description.

If you want to use this image, ask permission PRIOR to use. Don't be a thief - under most circumstances, I'm quite reasonable.

Copyright 2012 - Alan B.

Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) team members face off in a friendly volleyball competition during ARCYBER's organization day at Wildwood Park in Appling, Ga., May 26, 2022. To learn more about ARCYBER go to www.arcyber.army.mil (Photo by Bill Roche)

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NAPLES, Italy - Adm. Michelle Howard's flag is broken during the change of command ceremony held at the Allied Joint Force Command Naples headquarters in Naples, Italy, June 7, 2016. U.S. Navy Admiral Michelle Howard assumed command from U.S. Navy Admiral Mark Ferguson. Howard is the 29th commander of the JFC Naples. (NATO photo by U.S. Navy Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Weston Jones/Released)

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CORAL SEA (July 10, 2017) - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) steams alongside the Henry J. Kaiser-class fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Ericsson (T-AO 194) and the dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) for replenishment at sea during Talisman Saber. Bonhomme Richard, part of a combined U.S. Australia-New Zealand expeditionary strike group, is undergoing a series of scenarios that will increase naval proficiencies in operating against blue-water adversarial threats and in its primary mission of launching Marine forces ashore in the littorals. Talisman Saber is a biennial U.S.-Australia bilateral exercise held off the coast of Australia, meant to achieve interoperability and strengthen the U.S.-Australia alliance. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sarah Villegas/Released) 170710-N-YG104-007

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Change of Command Ceremony, Moron Air Base, Spain 1964. Note that the Spanish Base Commander is also present (facing front left). Although you cannot see me, I am carrying the US Air Force Flag in this photo.

PACIFIC OCEAN (Nov. 1, 2012) – An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Argonauts of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147 lands aboard the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68). Nimitz is currently underway participating in its Composite Training Unit Exercise. (U.S. Navy photo by MC3 Ryan J. Mayes)

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Who knew that command meant "sight to see" in Swedish infographic speak?

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Apr. 15, 2015) - Sailors fight a simulated fire in the hangar bay of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) during a general quarters drill. George Washington and its embarked air wing, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, provide a combat-ready force that protects and defends the collective maritime interests of the U.S. and its allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eric S. Brann/Released) 150415-XO220-010

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EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Hawaii (May 20, 2014) - U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Miller, 355th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aircraft electrician from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz., repairs a vent on an A-10 Thunderbolt II during RED FLAG-Alaska 14-1. Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. RF-A is a multi-service, multi-national training exercise that enables combat units to sharpen their skills in multiple scenarios over a two-week period. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jim Araos)

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FIVE HILLS TRAINING AREA, Mongolia (Aug. 3, 2013) - Paratroopers with the Mongolian Armed Forces drop into the landing zone during the opening ceremony for exercise Khaan Quest 2013. Approximately 1,000 service members from 13 different nations are participating in Khaan Quest 2013, which consists of a command post exercise and field training exercise at Five Hills Training Area, both focusing on peacekeeping and stability operations. Mongolian and U.S. armed forces, along with other regional partners, will also participate in Engineering Civic Action Program projects, as well as Cooperative Health Engagement events in Ulaanbaatar, enhancing joint Mongolian-U.S. medical and engineering capabilities and providing outreach to underserved communities. (Photo by Photo By: Sgt. Ben Eberle)

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ORLANDO, Fla. - Soldiers from the 143d Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) joined their active duty and Reserve Officer Training Corps brothers and sisters in welcoming tens of thousands of spectators to the Florida Classic, one of the nation’s largest football rivalries between two historically black colleges: Bethune–Cookman University and Florida A&M University.

In the hours leading to the opening kickoff Nov. 19, 2016, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla., the Soldiers helped members from the Army Marketing Research Group encourage BCU and FAMU fans to test their strength, endurance and mental aptitude in various interactive activities featured at the Go Army booths. The troops motivated men and women from all walks of life to set personal records for planks, pullups and pushups. They also lent a hand in several creative challenges that emphasized teamwork and critical thinking.

Many of the thousands of fans who waited for their turn to don blindfolds, solve puzzles or perform pullups spoke with the troops about their training, experience and aspirations. While these casual conversations opened opportunities to introduce potential recruits to the Army’s robust enlisted and Reserve Officer Training Corps programs, they also fostered greater respect and understanding about the Army’s role in developing strong communities and mutually beneficial partnerships both at home and abroad.

The fans’ energy, enthusiasm and camaraderie also demonstrated that the Florida Classic and the U.S. Army share common values. Their sincere interest in learning about the Army’s vision, capabilities and career opportunities exemplified how rivalries on the gridiron can shape resilient individuals who possess the character qualities to lead and mentor men and women on the battlefield.

Several Soldiers received complimentary access to the field during the game. Army Master Sgt. Shantell D. Aviles, noncommissioned officer-in-charge, Office of the Inspector General, 143d ESC, watched many Florida Classic football games during her childhood and teenage years. Although she and her family were no strangers to seeing the game from the stands, Aviles had never before set foot on the sidelines. With a smile never left her face, she took full advantage of the exclusive press pass to take photos with the mascots, shake hands with the drum majors, and cheer her FAMU Rattlers from the endzone.

Photo by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV, 143d ESC

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TOKYO – When Army Maj. Gen. James F. Pasquarette assumed command of U.S. Army Japan (USARJ) July 8, 2015, he immediately took initiative to personally meet the troops under his command as well as key leaders from his host nation partners.

Pasquarette's tour of his area of responsibility began in earnest when he and members of his staff boarded a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter July 10 from Camp Zama, Japan. Flying hundreds of feet above the congested highways at sometimes at level with Japan's sea of skyscrapers, Pasquarette acquired a bird's eye view of the American and Japanese military installations scattered among the urban jungle.

“We overflew Sagami General Depot, Yokohama North Dock and Hardy Barracks, said Milton Jackson, garrison manager at Camp Zama. “Our new commander now has clearer picture of the facilities, equipment and watercraft managed by the Army, and he can better understand where and how these individual installations interact with one another.”

According to Jackson, the USARJ primary mission comprises the rapid deployment of troops and materiel from one theater to another. As the Army's largest logistical hub in Asia, the command must maintain a streamlined sustainment system capable of moving thousands of tons of supplies and equipment via land and sea.

“Sagami Depot has rolling stock and Yokohama North Dock has watercraft,” said Jackson. “We must overcome the challenges posed by Japan's dense population centers by developing methods that rapidly move and load stock onto our watercraft so that we may better project our presence in the Pacific. Fortunately, our Japanese allies are willing to support us if a major threat or disaster called for a sudden mass movement.”

After a brief stop at Yokota Air Base to meet with Air Force Gen. John L. Dolan, commanding general, U.S. Force Japan, Pasquarette touched down near the heart of Tokyo where members of America's staunchest allies welcomed him with the pomp and circumstance befitting a general.

“On behalf of the JGSDF (Japan Ground Self-Defense Force), welcome to Japan,” said Gen. Kiyofumi Iwata, chief of staff, JGSDF, to Pasquarette after the two commanders sat in a decorative conference room inside Japan's Ministry of Defense. “We look forward to continuing our dialog of bilateral coordination between our two countries as JGSDF pursues its transformation into a dynamic joint defense force.”

The dialog consisted of one-on-one conversations with not only Iwata but also Adm. Katsutoshi Kawano, chief of staff, Japan Self-Defense Force, and Hideshi Tokuchi, vice minister of international affairs, Japan Ministry of Defense. The four men discussed previous achievements, current operations and potential challenges facing their respective commands and presented ideas on how to strengthen interoperability among their forces through combined training exercises and expanded service member exchange programs.

“We currently have several dozen JSDF service members embedded with [U.S. military] units,” said Pasquarette. “I believe extending this program so that our Soldiers can work within the JGSDF will further enhance our partnership.”

Pasquarette also ensured his hosts that the United States Army remains committed to its allies in the Pacific despite looming force reductions and ongoing operations in Europe and the Middle East.

“The Army recently announced that it will cut the number of troops in the active component from 450,000 to about 410,000,” said Pasquarette. “This rebalance of the force has no effect on our strength and readiness in the Pacific. Our alliance is more important than ever. That's why we're keeping our best trained and best equipped Soldiers in Japan and Korea.”

After a two-hour visit that started with with a JSDF band playing “The Star-Spangled Banner” and ended with a warm exchange of plaques and handshakes, Pasquarette and his team boarded a helicopter bound for Camp Zama.

“I have worked extensively throughout the Pacific during my Army career,” said the former armor officer and chief of staff of U.S. Army Pacific. “The JSDF consists of some of the world's most capable and professional men and women in uniform. I look forward to building stronger relationships with them and become a valuable partner in its transformation."

U.S. Army photos by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV, U.S. Army Japan

PEARL HARBOR (July 1, 2016) - The Navy's Shore and Expeditionary Integration Program Office (PMW 790) and partners from industry and academia are testing the latest configuration for the portable command and control (C2) system during the multi-national exercise, Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC). The image shows the consolidated configuration and lowered size, weight and power requirements (SWaP) as compared to the previous configuration, which required a minimum of 20 transit cases holding 78 racks depending on the type of enclave. (Official Navy photo)

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Recently, U.S. Army Africa’s command chaplain, Col. Charlie Reynolds and North Dakota Army National Guard chaplain Capt. Scott Noyes gave a presentation on combat and operational stress control to Ghana Armed Forces chaplains, Imams and chapel pastors in Accra, Ghana.

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TRINCOMALEE, Sri Lanka (Oct. 4, 2017) - U.S. Navy Divers, assigned to Mobile Diving Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, and Sri Lanka Navy divers, prepare for diving operations during the first-ever Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) at the Naval Base in Trincomalee. CARAT 2017 is a series of annual maritime exercises between the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and the armed forces of partner nations to include Bangladesh, Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy Combat Camera photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Arthurgwain L. Marquez) 171004-N-CW570-0051

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U.S. Army Colonel Kandace Daffin, 2nd Freedom Brigade Army ROTC Cadet Command commander, relinquishes command during a change of command ceremony at Joint base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. on 23 June, 2023. The U.S. Army Cadet Command partners with universities to recruit, educate, develop, and inspire Senior ROTC Cadets to commission officers of character for the Total Army; and partners with high schools to conduct JROTC to develop citizens of character for a lifetime of commitment and service to the nation.

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