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5/22/2012 - A row of Airmen from the 96th Security Forces Squadron stand in formation during a remembrance and retreat ceremony at the All Wars Memorial May 17 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The ceremony formally closed Police Week activities. Chief of the Niceville Police Department, David Popwell, a former security forces Airman, was the guest speaker at the event. During his speech, he donned the black beret to honor his fellow security forces Airmen still serving. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr,)
Security forces members clear a village during pre-deployment training April 30, 2013, at the military operations in urban terrain training village outside of Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. Air Force officials recently announced that Fort Bliss, Texas, will be the preferred alternative for the Security Forces Ground Combat Training Center. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Gregory Brook.)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mark Naughton practices room clearing during an exercise scenario on Sept. 27 at Atlantic City Air National Guard Base, N.J. Naughton is a security forces specialist assigned to the 177th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman First Class Shane Karp/Released)
Air Force 1st Lt. Scott Adamson from Durant, Okla., engineer attached to Laghman Provincial Reconstruction Team, measures thethe depth of asphalt used for a road in Qarghah'i District, Laghman Province Sept. 8. The engineers attached to the PRT conducted quality assurance checks on three projects and discussed construction plans for a fourth in the district. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane, Laghman Provincial Reconstruction Team)
Sgt. 1st Class Brian Lancey, platoon sergeant attached to Laghman Provincial Reconstruction Team, prepares to move out after a security halt during a multi-day operation Aug. 21 in Alingar District, Laghman Province. The PRT, combined with assets from the 45th Infantry Brigade, conducted a cordon and search in a village thought to be home to IED makers and Taliban fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)
More than 30 alumni and spouses from the 366th Security Police Squadron K9 visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 5, for what would be their final reunion tour. The former 366 SPS K9 handlers had served together in Da Nang, Vietnam, many having met their spouses prior to their service there. The trip to the 37th Training Wing included a visit to the 341st Training Squadron, the Transportation Security Administration, the Security Forces Museum and the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument. (U.S. Air Force photo Christa D’Andrea)
Participants in the 12th annual Helton Hall 5K run past a 6th Security Forces Squadron vehicle at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 8, 2021. The run is held in memory of fallen defender, 1st Lt. Joseph D. Helton, a security forces officer who was killed in 2009 during a deployment to Iraq. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Cobin)
Special warfare tactical air control party airmen with the 124th Air Support Operations Squadron conduct proficiency training on a variety of vehicle, radio, and weapons systems at Saylor Creek Air Force Range, May 8, 2023. As the dedicated liaisons between ground forces and supporting aircraft, ASOS members must maintain proficiency on a variety of equipment to better assist their host units. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Staff Sergeant Joseph Morgan)
More than 400 Airmen assigned to the 323rd Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 17-18, 2023. Colonel Stuart M. Rubio, Commander, 403rd Wing, Air Force Reserve Command, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., reviewed the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Christa D'Andrea)
More than 30 alumni and spouses from the 366th Security Police Squadron K9 visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 5, for what would be their final reunion tour. The former 366 SPS K9 handlers had served together in Da Nang, Vietnam, many having met their spouses prior to their service there. The trip to the 37th Training Wing included a visit to the 341st Training Squadron, the Transportation Security Administration, the Security Forces Museum and the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument. (U.S. Air Force photo Christa D’Andrea)
Medal of Honor Recipient, U.S. Air Force Retired Col. Joe Jackson, center, was a special guest at the C-17 naming ceremony, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., July 26, 2011. The naming ceremony was held during Air Mobility Rodeo 2011 and dedicated the newest C-17 Globemaster III as the Spirit of the Medal of Honor in tribute to those who’ve received America’s most prestigious decoration. Air Mobility Rodeo is the U.S. Air Force's and AMC's premier international combat skills and flying operations competition designed to develop and improve techniques, procedures, and interoperability, while optimizing international mobility partnerships and enhancing mobility operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sergeant Elizabeth Concepcion) (Released)
U.S. Air Force Chaplain, Major Matthew Franke from the 627th Air Base Group, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., delivers the invocation during a C-17 naming ceremony, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., July 26, 2011. The naming ceremony, was held during Air Mobility Rodeo 2011 and dedicated the newest C-17 Globemaster III as the Spirit of the Medal of Honor in tribute to those who’ve received America’s most prestigious decoration. Air Mobility Rodeo is the U.S. Air Force's and AMC's premier international combat skills and flying operations competition designed to develop and improve techniques, procedures, and interoperability, while optimizing international mobility partnerships and enhancing mobility operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sergeant Elizabeth Concepcion) (Released)
5/22/2012 - A flight of 96th Security Forces Squadron Airmen bow their head as the policeman’s prayer is read during a remembrance and retreat ceremony at the All Wars Memorial May 17 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The ceremony formally closed Police Week activities. Chief of the Niceville Police Department, David Popwell, a former security forces Airman, was the guest speaker at the event. During his speech, he donned the black beret to honor his fellow security forces Airmen still serving. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr,)
A coalition Soldier engages a target at a firing range on Forward Operating Base Bastion, Helmand province, Afghanistan Jan. 18, 2013. While deployed it's important for Soldiers to sharpen their skills to be combat effective. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Richard W. Jones Jr.)
The 823rd Base Defense Squadron and the NewYork Air National Guard's 105th Security Forces Squadron receive training on clearing a building at Camp Smith, N.Y., Oct. 27, 2011. The squadrons train together to strengthen their partnership and ensure the capability to deploy together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Stephanie Mancha/Released)
More than 30 alumni and spouses from the 366th Security Police Squadron K9 visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 5, for what would be their final reunion tour. The former 366 SPS K9 handlers had served together in Da Nang, Vietnam, many having met their spouses prior to their service there. The trip to the 37th Training Wing included a visit to the 341st Training Squadron, the Transportation Security Administration, the Security Forces Museum and the U.S. Military Working Dog Teams National Monument. (U.S. Air Force photo Christa D’Andrea)
U.S. Air Force Airmen from the New Jersey Air National Guard's 177th Fighter Wing step away from their weapons for a moment during weapons qualification training on April 6, 2014 at the Federal Air Marshall Range at the Federal Aviation Administration's William J. Hughes Technical Center, N.J. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman Amber Powell/Released)
Airman 1st Class Clayton Bell, 96th Security Forces Squadron, and many fellow defenders bow their heads during a moment of silence during the candle light vigil May 19 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The ceremony was held to honor the fallen police, defenders and agents from the previous year during National Police Week. Nine candles were lit in remembrance including one for Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Bill Myers and Special Agent Adrianna Vorderbruggen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Samuel King Jr.)
An Afghan National Army Soldier makes his way over a makeshift bridge in a small village during a multi-day operation Aug. 21 in Alingar District, Laghman Province. The PRT, combined with assets from the 45th Infantry Brigade, conducted a cordon and search in a village thought to be home to IED makers and Taliban fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)
Senior Master Sgt. James Robbins observes his fire team during a stairwell clearing exercise March 5, 2014, at Silver Flag Alpha, 99th Ground Combat Training Squadron Range, Nev. Robbins is a 99th GCTS instructor and superintendent of operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. N.B/Released)
KAPISA PROVINCE, Afghanistan - A local child leans on part of the remains of an old school during a site survey for the proposed Abdul Hadi Padar secondary school in the Nijrab valley. This site survey was conducted with Kapisa provincial development council representatives, Kapisa Ministry of Education engineers, and local village elders and shura members to ensure everyone’s input was taken into consideration. By working together, the group is able to collectively identify the most suitable locations for proposed projects. The mission of Kapisa PRT is to help facilitate the local and national governments of Afghanistan working together to help provide for the development and security needs of the Afghan people. (Photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kyle Brasier, Kapisa Provincial Reconstruction Team / released) .
109th Airlift Wing Security Forces Airmen conduct combatant training on April 6, 2019. The Airmen trained in hand to hand combat, securing their weapon and subduing their opponent. This training is a yearly requirement and an opportunity for the airmen to learn new techniques. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by MSgt Jaclyn Lyons)
Spc. Adam Supino, M249 squad automatic weapon gunner attached to Laghman Provincial Reconstruction Team, patrols through a farming village during a multi-day operation Aug. 21 in Alingar District, Laghman Province. The PRT, combined with assets from the 45th Infantry Brigade, conducted a cordon and search in a village thought to be home to IED makers and Taliban fighters. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Ryan Crane)
KAPISA PROVINCE, Afghanistan - U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jonathan Estrada, Civil Engineer for Kapisa Provincial Reconstruction Team from Yuba City, Calif., writes down a measurement during a site survey for the proposed Abdul Hadi Padar secondary school in the Nijrab valley. This site survey was conducted with Kapisa provincial development council representatives, Kapisa Ministry of Education engineers, and local village elders and shura members to ensure everyone’s input was taken into consideration. By working together, the group is able to collectively identify the most suitable locations for proposed projects. The mission of Kapisa PRT is to help facilitate the local and national governments of Afghanistan working together to help provide for the development and security needs of the Afghan people. (Photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kyle Brasier, Kapisa Provincial Reconstruction Team / released) .
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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 169th Security Forces Squadron conduct their annual Shoot, Move, and Communicate training at McEntire Joint National Guard Base, South Carolina, May 19, 2023. This training included a briefing, room clearing procedures, and provided the opportunity to use night vision equipment which is a part of the Agile Combat Employment and Multi-Capable Airmen concept exercised by the South Carolina Air National Guard. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Danielle Dawson)
U.S Air Force Tech. Sgt. Zachary Parkman, of the 219th Security Forces Squadron, North Dakota Air National Guard, checks unit member identification credentials for base entry at the gate of the North Dakota Air National Guard Base, Fargo, N.D., Jan. 11, 2018. Temperature of minus 3 and winds gusting to 30 mph. Base security must be maintained by the security forces personnel 24/7 in all weather conditions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. David H. Lipp)
Patches and a collar on 66th Security Forces Squadron Military Working Dog Qquail, photographed while participating in a training session Jan. 23 at Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., stress the importance that the MWD's on base are on duty, and should not be approached while out on patrol around the installation. Military working dogs provide a unique capability for securing the installation and the personnel assigned there. (U.S. Air Force photo by Mark Herlihy)
Two cans of oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray are staged for familiarization training conducted by members of the 673d Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 20, 2019. All security forces personnel are exposed to OC spray to familiarize them with its painful effects and how to operate while contaminated. OC spray is a non-lethal weapon used to incapacitate uncooperative individuals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alejandro Peña)
Air Force Staff Sgt. Hunter Firestone, a native of Palmyra, Pa., assigned to the 673d Security Forces Squadron, rinses his face after being contaminated with oleoresin capsicum (OC) during familiarization training at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 20, 2019. All security forces personnel are exposed to OC spray to familiarize them with its painful effects and how to operate while contaminated. OC spray is a non-lethal weapon used to incapacitate uncooperative individuals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alejandro Peña)
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jonah Smith, a defender with the 169th Security Forces Squadron, detains Master Sgt. Ismael Fierro Jr., 169 SFS fire team member acting as the opposing force during an active shooter exercise at McEntire Joint National Guard Base, South Carolina, June 13, 2024. The goal of the exercise was to assess and improve base personnel and security forces actions and response to an active shooter incident. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Caycee Watson)
More than 400 Airmen assigned to the 323rd Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 17-18, 2023. Colonel Stuart M. Rubio, Commander, 403rd Wing, Air Force Reserve Command, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., reviewed the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Christa D'Andrea)
More than 400 Airmen assigned to the 323rd Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 17-18, 2023. Colonel Stuart M. Rubio, Commander, 403rd Wing, Air Force Reserve Command, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., reviewed the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Christa D'Andrea)
Pakistani Air Force personnel cordon the main entrance of the air force base following an attack in Kamra about 60 kilometres northwest of Islamabad on August 16, 2012. Militants armed with guns and rocket launchers stormed a key Pakistani air force base before dawn on August 16, sparking heavy clashes with security forces, officials said.
More than 400 Airmen assigned to the 321st Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 31 and June 1, 2023. Col. Carl Magnusson, 94th Airlift Wing commander, Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., reviewed the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photos by Christa L. D'Andrea)
Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airmen from the Virginia Beach-based 229th Military Police Company and the 192nd Security Forces Squadron from the Langley Air Force Base operate traffic control points in support of the 57th Presidential Inauguration Jan. 21, 2013 in Washington, D.C. More than 600 Virginia National Guard Soldiers and Airmen joined a force of approximately 6,000 National Guard personnel from 25 states and territories supporting the inauguration with traffic control, crowd management, communications and chaplain support. (Photo by Sgt. 1st Class A.J. Coyne, Virginia Guard Public Affairs)
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Paul Laymon, the Defense Force Commander for the 169th Security Forces Squadron, and Staff Sgt. Kenvyn Lewis, combat arms trainer for the 169th SFS, give Sheriff Leon Lott, from the Richland County Sheriff's Department, a tour of the unit's armory and weapons arsenal. Sheriff Lott received the title as "Honorary Defense Force Commander" for the South Carolina Air National Guard's 169th Security Forces Squadron during a ceremony held at McEntire Joint National Guard Base, S.C., Nov. 1, 2014. This honor recognized Sheriff Lott as a community leader and supporter of the South Carolina Air National Guard to strengthen community relationships and share in team building training and experience. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Edward Snyder/Released)
KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- A pararescue instructor shows Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Bryan Battaglia, senior enlisted advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, how to place the swiss seat on prior to rappeling from the wall at the Pararescue School at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., March 9. The SEAC, along with U.S. Strategic Command Senior Enlisted Leader Command Sgt. Maj. Patrick Alston and Defense Threat Reduction Agency Senior Enlisted Leader Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Howard Long, sampled a taste of what pararescue jumpers going through the school receive. This was part of the SEAC's New Mexico visit March 5-12. (Photo by Army Master Sgt. Terrence L. Hayes)
U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Vili Schwenke, a security forces member from the Ghazni Provincial Reconstruction Team, listens to an Afghan National Police officer tell a story during a shura at the Qara Bagh district center in the Ghazni province of Afghanistan Feb. 15, 2010.Webb, U.S. Air Force/Released)
Distinguished guests and commanders from Air Mobility Command attended a C-17 naming ceremony, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., July 26, 2011. The naming ceremony, was held during Air Mobility Rodeo 2011, and dedicated the newest C-17 Globemaster III as the Spirit of the Medal of Honor in tribute to those who’ve received America’s most prestigious decoration. Air Mobility Rodeo is the U.S. Air Force's and AMC's premier international combat skills and flying operations competition designed to develop and improve techniques, procedures, and interoperability, while optimizing international mobility partnerships and enhancing mobility operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sergeant Elizabeth Concepcion) (Released)
More than 400 Airmen assigned to the 321st Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 31 and June 1, 2023. Col. Carl Magnusson, 94th Airlift Wing commander, Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga., reviewed the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photos by Christa L. D'Andrea)
More than 400 Airmen assigned to the 323rd Training Squadron graduated from Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, May 17-18, 2023. Colonel Stuart M. Rubio, Commander, 403rd Wing, Air Force Reserve Command, Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., reviewed the ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Christa D'Andrea)
Airmen from the 110th Airlift Wing Security Forces Squadron conduct civil disturbance training at the Battle Creek Air National Guard Base, Battle Creek, Mich., March 16, 2013. Security Force members train in a variety of Air Base ground defense tactics to better respond to worldwide contingencies and protect Air Force resources. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. David Eichaker/released)
Senior Airman Joseph Pace, 92nd SFS installation patrolman and Air Mobility Command team member, catches his breath after crossing the finish line during the second day of the 2018 Defenders Challenge on Camp Bullis, Texas, Sept. 12, 2018. Pace said the AMC team finished the dismounted operations obstacle in under three hours, and by the time they got to the finish line he could barely feel his legs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Ariel Owings)