CAMP ZAMA, Japan – A genie, a gorilla, an astronaut, Jack Sparrow and even Freddy Krueger paid a visit to the home of Army Command Sgt. Maj. Eric C. Dostie, command sergeant major, U.S. Army Japan, for a Halloween celebration Oct. 23, 2015, in Camp Zama, Japan.

The Dostie family treated their costumed guests with a home cooked meal, specialty drinks and traditional Halloween treats. Dostie and his wife also organized games for the group that included stacking plastic cups and shaking ping pong balls out of tissue boxes. Even Dostie's five-year old daughter participated in the friendly competition by awarding the best male and female costumes of the night.

“I hosted this party to help our senior NCO leadership to unwind after a few stressful weeks preparing for major missions and exercises” said Dostie who greeted his guests in pharaoh's clothing, “These celebrations remind us that our command is a close-knit family that enjoys the little tricks and treats in life.”

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

PORT BLAIR, India (Sept. 12, 2011) - Mine countermeasures ship USS Defender (MCM 2) arrives in Port Blair for a port visit. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Consulate General Chennai)

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BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN, Brunei (Nov. 4, 2015) - Members of Coastal Riverine Group 1 Detachment Guam, present awards and completion certificates to members of the Royal Brunei Navy Military Police after the conclusion of Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection training during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Brunei 2015. CARAT is a series of annual, bilateral 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-Liste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communications Specialist 1st Class Micah P. Blechner/Released) 151104-N-QV906-089

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CHITTAGONG, Bangladesh (Sept. 17, 2013) - Rear Adm. Cindy Thebaud, commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific, hands candy to a student at Ashar Alo, a school for special needs children, during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Bangladesh 2013. U.S. Navy units participating in CARAT Bangladesh include the Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7 staff, members from Maritime Civil Affairs and Security Training Command (MCAST), members from Afloat Training Group, Western Pacific and the diving and salvage vessel USNS Safeguard (T-ARS 50) with embarked Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1. CARAT is a series of bilateral military exercises between the U.S. Navy and the armed forces of Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh)

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Lithuanian soldiers collaborate as a team to engage targets while being graded by a U.S. Soldier, assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade, during the European Best Sniper Squad Competition at the 7th Army Training Command's, Grafenwoehr Training Area, Bavaria, Germany, Oct. 24, 2016. The European Best Sniper Squad Competition is an Army Europe competition challenging militaries from across Europe to compete and enhance teamwork with Allies and partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Emily Houdershieldt)

PALM BAY, Fla. - Soldiers from the 143rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary) welcomed thousands of participants and spectators to the 2016 Tough Mudder Challenge Nov. 5, 2016, in Palm Bay, Fla.

Hailing from the Headquarters and Headquarters Company and the 196th Transportation in Company in Orlando, the troops inspired challengers to complete an 11-mile course lined with more than 20 obstacles that tested individual strength, stamina and resiliency in a team-building atmosphere. Their interactive engagements among typically young, athletic and energetic individuals help bolster recruitment initiatives orchestrated by the Army Marketing Research Group.

As dawn’s sunlight pierced through palm trees to illuminate The Compound, an undeveloped patch of Palm Bay made popular by paint ball players, off-road riders and remote control plane enthusiasts, the 143rd ESC Soldiers took their posts near the registration tables to greet their colorfully dressed guests and distribute eye blacks emblazoned with the U.S. Army logo.

While the competitors affixed their complimentary glare reduction stickers to their faces, the troops gathered at the starting line to cheer the first wave of veteran Tough Mudders eager to enter the gauntlet. The thousands of high fives, hundreds of handshakes and dozens of fist pumps exchanged between the Soldiers and competitors climaxed with an emotional rendition of The Star-Spangled Banner performed by Sgt. 1st Class Randall B. Wight, a vocalist from the U.S. Army Field Band. As Wight blared the last note, the competitors yelled a defying, “Hooah,” before charging across the starting line to commence their 11-mile trek strewn with uniquely designed obstacles boasting mud, ropes, slides, tunnels and even live electrical wires.

Some Soldiers stood fast at the starting line to cheer on the continuous waves of competitors, while others boarded Gator all-terrain vehicle bound for the Berlin Wall, an Army Reserve sponsored obstacle erected near the 9-mile marker. The Wall lived up to its name with two, 10-foot high wooden structures designed to reinforce teamwork rather than bolster brute force. One by one, the Soldiers encouraged hundreds of exhausted Tough Mudders to help their fellow competitors climb over the slippery incline. Several troops even inspired some participants to perform pushups before and after their encounter with the Berlin Wall.

The positive interactions between the 143rd ESC Soldiers and their gritty guests enticed hundreds of Tough Mudders to visit the Go Army Reserve interactive display. Many tapped into their nearly sapped strength and stamina to complete a fitness challenge that comprised pushups, pull-ups and a sled pull. The fitness challenge also opened opportunities for U.S. Army Reserve recruiters to speak with Tough Mudders who expressed interest in pushing their mental and physical limits while serving their country.

The 143rd ESC will return to The Compound for the second and final day of the Tough Mudder Challenge to continue motivate, congratulate and educate the Tough Mudder community.

Story and photos by Sgt. John L. Carkeet IV, 143rd ESC

Just finished this Command Performance outfit for the new integrity Jem. The bodice is PVC and the skirt is made up of three layers: metallic spandex on the bottom, sheer shiny nylon in the middle and light purple tulle on the top. Her bow attaches to her head with a clear elastic band and her jewelry is handmade with glass beads. I re-used the tights from her starlight outfit. Really pleased with how this turned out! I think I`ll make the turquoise version next. Going to be hard to find fishnet material in that color though...

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DAEGU, South Korea (June 18, 2014) - Soldiers from the United States Army's 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command and Republic of Korea Army's 5th Logistics Support Command mark the ROK Remembrance month by cleaning the Apsan Memorial Park. The month of June is a designated memorial period for all Koreans as well as the anniversary of the start of the Korean War. The U.S. and ROK Army partner in these community activities strengthening the ongoing alliance which has been sustained for over 60 years. (Photo Credit: Cpl. Dong-weon Kim) 140619-A-DK350-601

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171020-N-WO404-262 NAPLES, Italy (Oct. 20, 2017) Adm. James Foggo III delivers remarks during a change of command ceremony held at the Allied Joint Force Command auditorium in Naples, Italy, Oct. 20, 2017. During the ceremony, Foggo relieved Adm. Michelle Howard as commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples and commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, headquartered in Naples, Italy, oversees joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, to enable enduring relationships and increase vigilance and resilience in Europe and Africa. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson/Release)

NAVAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND, ZAMBALES, LUZON, Philippines (Oct. 5, 2014) - Philippines and U.S. Marines complete a mechanized assault at PHIBLEX 15 Philippine and U.S. Marines assault their objective during a mechanized assault as part of Amphibious Landing Exercise 15. PHIBLEX is an annual, bilateral training exercise conducted by members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines alongside U.S Marine and Navy forces focused on strengthening the partnership and relationships between the two nations across a range of military operations including disaster relief and complex expeditionary operations. The U.S. Marines are with Company I, Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade. The Philippine Marines are with 4th Marine Company, Battalion Landing Team - 9. (Photo by Lance Cpl. Tyler Giguere, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit) 141005-M-RZ020-005

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HONOLULU (June 25, 2017) - Adm. Harry Harris, commander of U.S. Pacific Command, and Kang Young-Hoon, Consulate General to the Republic of Korea in Honolulu, place a wreath to honor fallen veterans of the Korean War during the 67th annual Korean War Memorial Ceremony at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Active-duty military, decorated veterans, government officials, community and family members gathered during the ceremony to remember and honor fallen military veterans. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Robin W. Peak/Released) 170625-N-WY954-052

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Command Chief Master Sgt. Daniel C. Conner listens to his retirement order read during his retirement ceremony at Camp Withycombe, Clackamas, Oregon on Dec. 3, 2022. (National Guard photo by John Hughel, OMD Public Affairs)

One of the most powerful military commands that the world has ever known. Here the "SAC" shield is painted on the side of a Convair B-36 Peacemaker at the Castle Air Museum in Atwater, California.

Fire Department Command Unit of the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations. Can be used by the Fire Department, Paramedics and Police Department. This one belongs to the Region Zuid-Holland Zuid.

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (July 26, 2016) - An F-22 Raptor from the 199th Fighter Squadron and the active-duty 19th Fighter Squadron prepares to receive fuel from a KC-135R Stratotanker belonging to the 465th Air Refueling Squadron at Tinker Air Force Base, Okla., during Rim of the Pacific 2016. Twenty-six nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft, and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 30 to Aug. 4, in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity that helps participants foster and sustain the cooperative relationships that are critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2016 is the 25th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Gregory A. Harden II) 160726-N-HI414-054

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Hogg takes command of U.S. Army Africa

10 June 2010 - By Rick Scavetta, U.S. Army Africa Public Affairs

VICENZA, Italy – During a ceremony today at Caserma Ederle’s Hoekstra Field, Maj. Gen. David R. Hogg assumed command of U.S. Army Africa.

Gen. William E. Ward, commanding general of U.S. Africa Command presided over the ceremony, which signaled the departure of outgoing commander, Maj. Gen. William B. Garrett III.

Hogg, who recently served as deputy commanding general of Combined Security Transition Command-Afghanistan, said he is delighted to become part of the Vicenza military community.

“After 29 years of service and six overseas assignments to include Germany, Panama and Belgium, this is our first opportunity to be in Italy,” Hogg said. “We are absolutely thrilled to be here.”

Hogg said he is excited to be a part of U.S. Army Africa, the Army's newest service component command, challenged with developing relationships with land forces in Africa and supporting U.S. Army efforts on the African continent.

Ward reminded the crowd that U.S. Army Africa has accomplished some great things since Dec. 2008, when it began its transformation to becoming the Army service component command for U.S. Africa Command.

“In that short time, the command has formed, grown, and matured into an active and effective outfit and has established strong strategic relationships with the ground forces in Africa,” Ward said. “U.S. Army Africa not only succeeded, they excelled. In fact, they thrived on the opportunities they were given.”

Garrett took command of the Southern European Task Force in 2008. He commanded SETAF throughout its transformation to U.S. Army Africa. Garrett now heads to Iraq, where he will serve as the chief of staff, U.S. Forces Iraq.

“We look forward to building upon the systems that Maj. Gen. Garrett and Mrs. Garrett have developed,” Hogg said. “We are truly thankful for the warm welcome that we have received from the community and, especially, the Garretts.”

KUPANG, Indonesia (May 17, 2014) - Lt. Patrick Chitty, from Florence, Al., serves as a goalie during a soccer game with local students during an advance party engagement with members of the 30th Naval Construction Regiment in cooperation with local partners of Pacific Partnership 2014 (PP14). In its ninth iteration, PP14 is the largest annual multilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Asia-Pacific region. Working at the invitation of each host nation, U.S. Navy forces, non-governmental organizations and regional partners to include Australia, Chile, Japan, New Zealand and Singapore execute medical, dental, veterinary and engineering civic action programs that strengthen partnerships and deliver international humanitarian aid in times of natural disaster or crisis. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Julianne Holland)

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EAST CHINA SEA (Feb. 28, 2017) - The Henry J. Kaiser-class replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) refuels amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) during a replenishment-at-sea (RAS). Bonhomme Richard is on a routine patrol, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to serve as a forward-capability for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Diana Quinlan/Released) 170228-N-WF272-373

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BUSAN, Republic of Korea (Aug. 12, 2014) - The U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrives in Busan for a port visit. USS Blue Ridge is on a routine patrol in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Frank L. Andrews) 140812-N-UH865-024

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CAVITE CITY, Philippines (June 29, 2014) - Navy Diver 2nd Class John Roth, assigned to Mobile Dive Unit (MDSU) 1, discusses sonar tow fish operations with Philippine Navy sailors. Operating from the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Safeguard (T-ARS 50), MDSU 1 is participating in exercise Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines 2014. In its 20th year, CARAT is an annual, bilateral exercise series with the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and the armed forces of nine partner nations including Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel J. Lewis)

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The command bunker of the groundforces in the IJssellinie situated in the small town Olst. On the other side of the river (in Terwolde) a simular bunker was situated for the Anti-Aircraft troops.

In case of a Russian invastion 800 infantry troops and 400 Anti-Aircraft artillery troops would defend the IJssellinie. The infantry troops would be commanded from inside of this bunker. From this bunker 64 telephone lines went to the machine gun positions along the line. From 1972 till 1992 the bunker was used for the staff of the Army Special Forces.

HONOLULU, Hawaii (April 2, 2014) - Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel hosts a round table meeting with defense ministers from the Association of South East Asian Nations. Hagel held a round table meeting as well as visiting military bases around Honolulu showcasing the aid and support the United States can partner with the ASEAN nations. (DoD Photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo)

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SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 2, 2016) - Sailors direct an F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the Warhawks of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 97 on USS John C. Stennis' (CVN 74) flight deck during routine flight operations. Providing a ready force supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific, USS John C. Stennis is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled 7th Fleet deployment. (U.S. Navy photo by Seaman Tomas Compian/Released) 160502-N-MY174-152

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Dedicated to RAF Coastal Command

A relief carving in light grey Carrara marble depicts the sky and sea, with the sky overlaying an outline of the world set above a breaking sea and separated by a horizon line (of great importance to flyers). An eagle at top left symbolises mastery of the skies. Cut in the wall below is the badge of Coastal Command and motto "Constant Endeavour" with the inscription:

Remember the sacrifice & constant endeavour in defence of freedom of the men and women of Royal Air Force Coastal Command, their successors & their comrades in the Commonwealth, Allied and overseas squadrons

The memorial was carved by Neil and Richard Talbot and the artistic adviser was Sir Philip Dowson of the Maritime Air Trust. The span is approximately eight feet. A roll of honour is displayed in a case in the nave of the Abbey.

It was unveiled to mark the 60th anniversary in 2003 of the peak of the Battle of the Atlantic during the Second World War. Just over half of the sinkings of German U-boats were due to Coastal Command and it located the battleship Bismarck which was then sunk by the Royal Navy. Photo-reconnaissance and meteorological flights were also an important part of their role as well as air-sea rescue. Their zone of operations was vast, from Iceland to Gibraltar and the Azores as well as other overseas commands from the Arctic to the southern oceans. Four Victoria Crosses were won by aircrew and 10,875 lives were lost. Since the Second World War Coastal Command and its successor formations have operated in conflicts in Korea, Malaysia, the Falklands and the Gulf.

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In the South Cloister of Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey (The Collegiate Church of St Peter)

In the 1040s King Edward (later St Edward the Confessor) established his royal palace by the banks of the river Thames on land known as Thorney Island. Close by was a small Benedictine monastery founded under the patronage of King Edgar and St Dunstan around 960A.D. This monastery Edward chose to re-endow and greatly enlarge, building a large stone church in honour of St Peter the Apostle. This church became known as the "west minster" to distinguish it from St Paul's Cathedral (the east minster) in the City of London. Unfortunately, when the new church was consecrated on 28th December 1065 the King was too ill to attend and died a few days later. His mortal remains were entombed in front of the High Altar.

The only traces of Edward's monastery to be seen today are in the round arches and massive supporting columns of the undercroft and the Pyx Chamber in the cloisters. The undercroft was originally part of the domestic quarters of the monks. Among the most significant ceremonies that occurred in the Abbey at this period was the coronation of William the Conqueror on Christmas day 1066, and the "translation" or moving of King Edward's body to a new tomb a few years after his canonisation in 1161.

Edward's Abbey survived for two centuries until the middle of the 13th century when King Henry III decided to rebuild it in the new Gothic style of architecture. It was a great age for cathedrals: in France it saw the construction of Amiens, Evreux and Chartres and in England Canterbury, Winchester and Salisbury, to mention a few. Under the decree of the King of England, Westminster Abbey was designed to be not only a great monastery and place of worship, but also a place for the coronation and burial of monarchs. This church was consecrated on 13th October 1269. Unfortunately the king died before the nave could be completed so the older structure stood attached to the Gothic building for many years.

Every monarch since William the Conqueror has been crowned in the Abbey, with the exception of Edward V and Edward VIII (who abdicated) who were never crowned. The ancient Coronation Chair can still be seen in the church.

It was natural that Henry III should wish to translate the body of the saintly Edward the Confessor into a more magnificent tomb behind the High Altar in his new church. This shrine survives and around it are buried a cluster of medieval kings and their consorts including Henry III, Edward I and Eleanor of Castile, Edward III and Philippa of Hainault, Richard II and Anne of Bohemia and Henry V.

There are around 3,300 burials in the church and cloisters and many more memorials. The Abbey also contains over 600 monuments, and wall tablets – the most important collection of monumental sculpture anywhere in the country. Notable among the burials is the Unknown Warrior, whose grave, close to the west door, has become a place of pilgrimage. Heads of State who are visiting the country invariably come to lay a wreath at this grave.

A remarkable new addition to the Abbey was the glorious Lady chapel built by King Henry VII, first of the Tudor monarchs, which now bears his name. This has a spectacular fan-vaulted roof and the craftsmanship of Italian sculptor Pietro Torrigiano can be seen in Henry's fine tomb. The chapel was consecrated on 19th February 1516. Since 1725 it has been associated with the Most Honourable Order of the Bath and the banners of the current Knights Grand Cross surround the walls. The Battle of Britain memorial window by Hugh Easton can be seen at the east end in the Royal Air Force chapel. A new stained glass window above this, by Alan Younger, and two flanking windows with a design in blue by Hughie O'Donoghue, give colour to this chapel.

Two centuries later a further addition was made to the Abbey when the western towers (left unfinished from medieval times) were completed in 1745, to a design by Nicholas Hawksmoor.

Little remains of the original medieval stained glass, once one of the Abbey's chief glories. Some 13th century panels can be seen in the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Galleries. The great west window and the rose window in the north transept date from the early 18th century but the remainder of the glass is from the 19th century onwards. The newest stained glass is in The Queen Elizabeth II window, designed by David Hockney.

History did not cease with the dissolution of the medieval monastery on 16th January 1540. The same year Henry VIII erected Westminster into a cathedral church with a bishop (Thomas Thirlby), a dean and twelve prebendaries (now known as Canons). The bishopric was surrendered on 29th March 1550 and the diocese was re-united with London, Westminster being made by Act of Parliament a cathedral church in the diocese of London. Mary I restored the Benedictine monastery in 1556 under Abbot John Feckenham.

But on the accession of Elizabeth I the religious houses revived by Mary were given by Parliament to the Crown and the Abbot and monks were removed in July 1559. Queen Elizabeth I, buried in the north aisle of Henry VII's chapel, refounded the Abbey by a charter dated 21 May 1560 as a Collegiate Church exempt from the jurisdiction of archbishops and bishops and with the Sovereign as its Visitor. Its Royal Peculiar status from 1534 was re-affirmed by the Queen and In place of the monastic community a collegiate body of a dean and prebendaries, minor canons and a lay staff was established and charged with the task of continuing the tradition of daily worship (for which a musical foundation of choristers, singing men and organist was provided) and with the education of forty Scholars who formed the nucleus of what is now Westminster School (one of the country's leading independent schools). In addition the Dean and Chapter were responsible for much of the civil government of Westminster, a role which was only fully relinquished in the early 20th century.

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DA NANG, Vietnam (April 9, 2014) - Explosive Ordnance Disposal 3rd Class Kevin Posten, left, and Chief Explosive Ordnance Disposal Brian Coffee help a Vietnam People’s Navy sailor don dive gear during a diving skills exchange held in support of Naval Engagement Activity (NEA) Vietnam. The NEA provides opportunities for U.S and Vietnamese naval professionals to share best practices and maritime skills. Maritime skill exchanges between the two navies are non-combatant events, such as military medicine, search and rescue, diving and salvage and shipboard damage control. Approximately 400 U.S. Navy Sailors and civilian mariners are participating in NEA Vietnam 2014. Participating U.S. units include the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), USNS Safeguard (T-ARS 50) with embarked Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 5, staff from Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7 and Commander, Task Force (CTF) 73, and the U.S. 7th Fleet Band, Orient Express. (U.S Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh)

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A U.S. Army National Guard CH-47F Chinook helicopter and its flight crew, assigned to the 2-238th Aviation Regiment, General Support Aviation Battalion (GSAB), 59th Troop Command, South Carolina National Guard, support a distinguished visitors (DV) mission during “Operation Guardian Spring,” a field exercise involving multiple South Carolina Army National Guard commands and partner agencies in Colombia and North Air Force Auxiliary Field, South Carolina, March 31, 2023. The group of DVs consisted of U.S. Army Brig. Gen. David Jenkins, assistant adjutant general, South Carolina National Guard, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Robin Stilwell, director of the joint staff South Carolina National Guard, and other leaders of the 59th Troop Command. Operation Guardian Spring challenged the participating units with tasks and training scenarios supporting the deployment and the conduction of Foreign Humanitarian Assistance (FHA) operations. During the training, the South Carolina Army National Guard units from army aviation, military police, infantry, transportation, engineers, and maintenance operated jointly, replicating the organizational and operational structure of a typical FHA operation. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Roby Di Giovine, South Carolina National Guard)

SDPD recently received 5 new command vehicles, two of them are pictured here. They replaced very old semi-tractor trailer rigs that are now retired (thankfully, those old things were really bad). Some of the next shots are of the interiors, and of a third vehicle.

This picture taken by another officer.

(U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Camilo Fernan)

Soldiers of 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, bid farewell to Command Sgt. Maj. Gavin Holmes, and welcomed Command Sgt. Maj. Jerry Heim, the Polar Bear battalion's new senior noncommissioned officer, during a Change of Responsibility ceremony, November 27, 2019, at Fort Drum, New York. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Paige Behringer)

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska (Feb. 4, 2015) - Members of the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, 611th Civil Engineer Squadron, and U.S. Navy Supervisor of Salvage and Diving set up the rope mop skimmer during an Arctic oil spill response exercise. A trench is dug a certain depth in the ice and holes are drilled to allow the oil/product to rise up into the trench to be collected. The skimmer rotates through the trench collecting the oil and sends it to a holding tank. The units participated in the exercise to learn Arctic spill response tactics and techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. John Gordinier) 150204-F-ZB121-005

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WATERS SOUTH OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (Apr. 6, 2015) - Sailors aboard the mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) recover one of the ship's mine neutralization vehicles following training. Chief is participating in exercise Foal Eagle 2015, a series of annual training events that are defense-oriented and designed to increase readiness and maintain stability on the Korean Peninsula while strengthening the Republic of Korea - U.S. alliance and promoting regional peace and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Abraham Essenmacher/Released) 150406-N-AD372-242

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HUA HIN, Thailand (Jan. 16, 2015) - Staff Sgt. Alexander Burdge from the 53rd EOD Company talks through hook and line procedures with his Thai Explosive Ordnance Disposal counterparts. (U.S. Army Courtesy Photo)

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HAWAIIAN ISLANDS, Hawaii (Mar. 27, 2012) - A two ship of Hawaii Air National Guard F-22 Raptors from the 199th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii fly a training mission over the Pacific near the Hawaiian Islands. (Photo by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael R. Holzworth)

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U.S. Army photos by Cpl. Han, Jae-ho

Camp Humphreys welcomes new commander

By Cpl. Han, Jae-ho

USAG Humphreys Public Affairs

CAMP HUMPHREYS – Soldiers, civilians and Family members welcomed the United States Army Garrison Humphreys' new commander, Col. Darin S. Conkright, during a ceremony, here, July 11.

Conkright replaces Col. Joseph P. Moore, who is retiring from the United States Army after 27 years of distinguished service.

Before the change of command, in a separate ceremony, Moore was presented with the Legion of Merit by Debra D. Zedalis, the Pacific Region director of Installation Management Command. His wife, Molly, received three awards: the 8th United States Army Helping Hands Award; the Dr. Mary E. Walker Award; and the Commander’s Award for Public Service.

During the ceremony, Moore expressed his appreciation to his family, fellow Soldiers, the community, Korean guests and the United States Army.

“To our guests from nearby towns, our Korean military colleagues, and our Korean employees, I extend special thanks for the friendship and hospitality you have extended to me over the past four years,” he said. “I leave my command and my Army career with a deep gratitude for the opportunities they have provided.”

Zedalis congratulated Moore on his success as the garrison commander.

“Under his leadership, Humphreys has transformed from an installation populated primarily by single and unaccompanied Soldiers, on one-year assignments, to an installation where many more military Families live for two and three-year tours,” Zedalis said. “He also has led the single largest construction program in the Department of Defense, and the garrison’s support of the 8th United States Army and all tenant units has been nothing short of top notch.”

Zedalis also extended a welcome to the incoming commander and his Family.

“You are inheriting a great garrison team that will support you one hundred percent,” she said. “I know you will find your new assignment both professionally rewarding and personally enriching.”

Conkright expressed his enthusiasm as a new commander.

“I look forward to working with each and every one of you to ensure Camp Humphreys continues to be a great place to live, work and serve,” he said.

Conkright joined the Army in 1989, and has had a number of duty assignments at Fort Bragg, Fort Campbell, Washington DC, and in Europe. At Fort Campbell, he commanded ODA 522 and served as the Battalion Assistant S-3. In Washington DC, he served as an assignments officer in the US Army PERSCOM’s Special Management Division. His most recent assignment was the Chief of Staff for the NATO Special Operations Headquarters (NSHQ) in Mons, Belgium.

He received a Reserve Officers’ Training Corps commission and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from the University of Kentucky. His advanced education includes a Masters of Business Administration and a Masters in Healthcare Management. Conkright is a graduate of the Army Command and General Staff College and his awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Bronze Star, the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal. His badges include the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, the Special Forces Tab, the Ranger Tab, and the Master Parachutist Badge.

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Maj. Gen. Darryl A. Williams , U.S. Army Africa commanding general, addresses the audience during an activation ceremony for the 207th Military Intelligence Brigade held at Caserma Ederle, Vicenza, Italy, Mar. 16, 2016. The 207th provides a theater intelligence capability for U.S. Africa Command. (U.S. Army photos by Visual Information Specialist Antonio Bedin/Released)

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CLAY NATIONAL GUARD CENTER, Marietta, Ga., Sept 28, 2017 –Brigadier General Tom Carden, outgoing commander of the Ga. ARNG transfers the colors to Maj. Gen. Joe Jarrard, Adjutant General of Georgia Department of Defense during the Ga. ARNG’s change of command ceremony at the Clay National Guard Center, Marietta. Georgia National Guard photo by Capt. William Carraway / released

Soldiers from the U.S. and Ukraine participate in a Command Post Exercise June 29, 2016 as a part of Exercise Rapid Trident 16. The exercise is a regional command post and field training exercise that involves about 2,000 Soldiers from 13 different nations, being held at the International Peacekeeping and Security Center in Yavoriv, Ukraine June 27 - July 8, 2016. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Whitney Hughes/Released)

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Lt. Gen. Mark Milley, III Corps and Fort Hood commanding general, and Command Sgt. Maj. Scott Schroeder, III Corps and Fort Hood command sergeant major, return to Fort Hood after a 10-month deployment to Afghanistan and uncase the III Corps colors during a ceremony Wednesday, Feb. 12, at the III Corps Headquarters flagpole. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Gregory Sanders, 85th CA Bde. Public Affairs)

CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii (Sept. 24, 2013) - Representatives from the United States and New Zealand met to kick off the 2013 US-NZ Defense Policy Dialogue at US Pacific Command Headquarters in Hawaii. The US delegation was led by Mr. Vikram Singh, DASD for South and Southeast Asia. The New Zealand delegation was led by Mr. Daniel Mellsop, Head of International Branch, NZ Defence Force. The issues and topics discussed included US/NZ bilateral defense relations, security cooperation in the Pacific, and global security cooperation issues. (DOD photo by Sgt. Sabrina Black)

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