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ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam (Aug. 21, 2013) - A member of the 736th Security Forces Squadron makes his way to the ground during a static line jump over the Andersen Air Force Base flight line. Air Force static line capability falls under the personnel parachute program. Jumpers are first qualified during a three-week long basic airborne course at Ft. Benning, Ga., and then continue to work on their jumping proficiency and qualifications after they return here. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Marianique Santos)
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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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U.S. Army Africa (USARAF) Command Sergeant Major Hu Rhodes and delegation attended an NCO Senior Leader Visit in South Africa to meet with the South African Land Forces Senior Chief Warrant Officer (SCWO) Mothusi Victor Kgaladi and South African Army Staff recently.
Soldiers gathered together to enhance senior NCO relationships between Active and Reserve Senior Chief Warrant Officers and included tours of the Armor, Airborne and Artillery regiments.
“Since I am just starting my tenure as the USARAF CSM, this was the perfect time to put a personal side to a professional relationship,” Rhodes said.
Rhodes reported that no amount of reading or study or second-hand explanation can replace meeting someone in person.
“We had opportunity to share serious concerns as well as share in laughter during the visit,” Rhodes said. “They know we care about our relationship with them, and we know they care about their relationship with us,” he said.
Rhodes walked away with many valuable insights, in particular knowing the commands will work together better because of this visit.
“I appreciate good Soldiers, and these were good Soldiers - from bottom to top,” the USARAF CSM emphasized. “They have a solid professional base and an obvious love of country that inspired me -- I look forward to our continued friendship,” he said.
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After upgrading and organizing I was able to really gain control of my physical desktop. I still need to work on the wires, but it's a great start.
I don't have all of my apps open at the moment, but typically I have Thunderbird open for email, and Firefox with a bunch of tabs to Google Reader, wikipedia, and Google Calendar.
The desk is really old and used to be my grandparents'. It's solid wood and incredibly heavy. I like it, but find it to be a little small.
Recent additions include a Microsoft Lifecam that I still need to get to work properly.
DARWIN, NT, Australia (May 15, 2017) - U.S. Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Pacific enjoy a traditional dance performed by indigenous Australians during a welcome to country ceremony at Robertson Barracks, Darwin, Northern Territory. U.S. Soldiers, along with Marines assigned to Marine Rotational Force Darwin, the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force, and the Australian Defence Force, will participate in exercise Southern Jackaroo. The training is designed to improve units' readiness, as well as improve interoperability and partnerships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emmanuel Ramos) 170515-M-ST621-054
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SHIZUOKA, Japan (Nov. 4, 2016) - Marines patrol the roads after the ground assault portion of a long-range raid from Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa to the Combined Arms Training Center, Camp Fuji uring Blue Chromite 2017. The Marines honed their ability to project forces from afar by executing a long-range raid over 1,000 miles via MV-22B Osprey to include an aerial refueling by KC-130J Super Hercules. Blue Chromite is a U.S.-only exercise which strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps expeditionary, amphibious rapid-response capabilities based in Okinawa and the greater Indo-Asia-Pacific region. The Marines are with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment which is forward deployed from Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, to 3rd Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, based in Okinawa, Japan. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kelsey Dornfeld/Released) 161104-M-PY134-122
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During PBS’ AMERICAN EXPERIENCE “Command and Control” session at the Television Critics Association Summer Press Tour in Los Angeles, CA on Thursday, July 28, 2016, Senior Airmen Greg Devlin and David Powell join producer, director and co-writer Robert Kenner and AMERICAN EXPERIENCE series executive producer Mark Samels to discuss the long-hidden story of a deadly 1980 accident at a Titan II missile complex in Arkansas.
(Premieres Winter 2017)
All photos in this set should be credited to Rahoul Ghose/PBS
PACIFIC OCEAN (April 11, 2017) - The amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) conducts a replenishment at sea (RAS) with the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Guadalupe (T-AO 200) in conjunction with the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) off the coast of Southern California. America is currently underway with more than 1,000 Sailors and 1,600 Marines conducting Amphibious Squadron/Marine Expeditionary Unit Integration operations in preparation for the ship's maiden deployment later this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristina Young/Released) 170411-N-UK248-0204
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TAPAZ, Philippines (Apr. 12, 2015) - U.S. Navy Builder Constructionman Kevin Syrdyk, assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5, and Armed Forces of the Philippines Army Pfc. Alvin Gelido, assigned to the 552nd Engineer Construction Battalion, lay block at Don Joaquin Artuz Memorial Elementary School during Balikatan 2015. The engineers, along with U.S. Marine engineers from the 9th Engineer Support Battalion, are part of the Joint Civil-Military Operations Task Force on the island of Panay, which is constructing two classrooms at the school. Balikatan is an annual bilateral training exercise aimed at improving the ability of Philippine and U.S. military forces to work together during planning, contingency, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Lowell Whitman/Released) 150412-N-HA376-437
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This video equipment was used to broadcast the dedication ceremony back to PCS, so community members could feel part of the day without having to make the trip with the students. (Bench 2012 - NPS photo)
KIN BLUE TRAINING AREA, OKINAWA, Japan (Mar. 5, 2017) - Marines with Weapons Co., Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit drives an LAV-25 Light Armored Vehicle off a Navy Landing Craft, Air-Cushioned hovercraft at Kin Blue Training Area, Okinawa. The 31st MEU offloaded equipment and vehicles, completing their regularly scheduled spring deployment. As the Marine Corps' only continuously forward-deployed unit, the 31st MEU air-ground-logistics team provides a flexible force, ready to perform a wide range of military operations, from limited combat to humanitarian assistance operations, throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Amy Phan/Released) 170405-M-OP674-041
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SASEBO, Japan (April 10, 2017) - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) returns to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo. Bonhomme Richard, flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group, is returning from a 6-week patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jeanette Mullinax/Released) 170410-N-TH560-136
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U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Octavio Meza checks communication traffic during Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) aboard Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., March 28, 2015. Meza is a joint terminal attack controller with Battalion Landing Team 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit. The Marines of BLT 3/1 train in harsh environments to hone their skills and improve their combat effectiveness as a unit.
Photo by Sgt. Jamean Berry
(From left) U.S. Army Africa Commander Maj. Gen. Patrick Donahue II and Lt. Col. Kevin C. Saatkamp, Contingency Command Post executive officer provides Nigerian Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika a brief on the capabilities of the USARAF Expeditionary Command Post and Mission Command Training Center, May 8. During the brief, Saatkamp highlighted the Incident Commander’s Radio Interface, which is a commercial off-the-shelf system allowing users to speak via cell phone by FM radio and provide a communications network in Africa. (U.S. Army Africa photo by Mindy Anderson)
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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)
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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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).
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.
BASILAN, Philippines (Oct. 28, 2009) - U.S. Army Capt. Charlie Claypool, team leader for Civil Affairs team 735, and assigned to Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines (JSOTF-P), assists Armed Forces of the Philippines Rear Adm. Alexander P. Pama, commander Naval Forces Western Mindanao and Brig. Gen. Eugenio N. Clemen, commander 1st Marine Brigade, in a ground-breaking ceremony for the Tipo-Tipo-Sungkayot-Matata road construction project in the Barangay Bohe Pahu. The AFP's 1st Naval Construction Brigade is building the bridge with materials provided by JSOTF-P. The road will facilitate access to Basilan's southeast coastline, enabling residents to relocate to the south and transport goods and services. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt.j.g. Theresa Donnelly)
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)
Spc. Stephen Calderone of Mentor, Ohio, assigned to 54th Signal Battalion, 160th Signal Brigade, U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) executes facing movements before a panel board that included (left to right) Command Sgt. Maj. Michael Dodson, command sergeant major of 1st Information Operations Command; Command Sgt. Maj. Dayron
Vargas, command sergeant major of U.S. Army Intelligence & Security Command (INSCOM); Command Sgt. Maj. William Bruns, command sergeant major of U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER);
Command Sgt. Maj. Darris Curry, command sergeant major of NETCOM; and Sgt. Maj. Marlena Neal, ARCYBER's human resources senior executive, at Fort Belvoir, Va., August 24. The board was
the final challenge of the 2017 ARCYBER Best Warrior Competition to name Army Cyber’s top Soldier and noncommissioned officer of the year and included a series of physical and mental
challenges, with the winners named Aug. 25. (Photo by Steve Stover)
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CAMP HUMPHREYS - Matthew C. Perry High School of Iwakuni, Japan, won the 2012 Far East Boys' Division 2 Soccer Championship here, going 6-0-1 in the
eight-team, double elimination tournament.
Perry began by defeating Daegu, 3-1, then topped E.J. King, 4-0. This was followed by a 2-2 tie with Yongsan International School of Seoul. Perry then blanked Zama, 7-0, nipped Osan, 4-3, downed YISS again, 2-1, then clinched the title with another 2-1 win over YISS, this time on penalty kicks.
The tournament's top scorer was Tyrone Boylan, from Osan, with 10 goals. Gaku Lange, from Perry, was voted the tournament's Most Valuable Player. Individual award winners also included Shu Ikeda from YISS, who won the best goalkeeper award; Roland Umoru, also from YISS, who won the best offensive player award; and Japeth Devries, from International Christain School, won
best defensive player.
"Some great soccer was played during this tournament," said Shawn Knudsen, tournament director. "Coaches spent lots of time preparing for this tournament and there was not a better place than Camp Humphreys to hold a soccer tournament."
Making the all-tournament team were: Yuta Flemming, Alex Barker, Gaku Lange, Tyler Apple and Yasuki Milsop from Perry; Roland Umoru, Jeong Min Huh, Shu Ikeda, Japeth Devries and Mickey Kumar from YISS; Jacob Ives from Osan; Darius Wyche from Daegu; Ryan Walls from Zama; Kento Reynolds from EJ King; and Sean Gammel from Edgren.
"I feel like crying because I am so happy," said Mark Lange, Perry coach. "We are one of the smallest schools in the Pacific with only 60 boys, but we believed that we could win and we did. The power of positive thinking, mind and heart all came together today and we will remember today for the rest of our lives. Daegu was a heavy favorite to win this tournament and they beat us four times last year, but we came out victorious this year.
Apollo 17 Command Module, CSM-114, “America”, built by the Rockwell division of North American Aviation for NASA was launched by Saturn V s/n SA-512.
Designed to carry a crew of three.
On the outbound trip and moon orbit, it was attached to the Service module, the Command module was then detached and used for the return to Earth.
Apollo 17 crew consisted of Eugene Cernan (USN), Ronald Evans (USN) and Harrison “Jack” Schmitt.
Apollo programme years of active operation 1961-1972
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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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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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.
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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PHOTO CAPTION: Installation Management Command-Korea commander Brig. Gen. John Uberti and his senior noncommissioned officer, Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Witt made a Fire Prevention and Safety public service announcement March 4 that will air on the American Forces Network-Korea to spread the word about fire safety.
YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea - Installation Management Command-Korea commander Brig. Gen. John Uberti and his senior noncommissioned officer, Command Sgt. Maj. Kevin Witt made a public service announcement March 4 that will air on the American Forces Network-Korea to spread the word about fire safety.
"The purpose of today's public service announcement is to increase community awareness, "Uberti said before the shoot. " We've had several structure fires on Army installations across the peninsula and by sheer luck we haven't lost any lives, but there's been a significant loss of property and damage to equipment."
The segment took stage at a badly damaged local family house to build awareness of the damage that can occur in a fire and emphasize fire safety.
"We just want to make sure that people are doing the things that they need to do to ensure that their environments are safe - Not overloading electrical outlets, making sure meals at home aren't unattended on the stove and making sure we properly extinguish candles when they're not being used."
There have been four fires in the past three months throughout installations across the region and the shoot was at one of the actual sites. A mach scenario was used for the PSA but the situation was real.
"It's very important that we get the word out about fire safety," Witt said. "We've had a rash of fires and we have really got to get the word out."
IMCOM-Korea is responsible for structures across the peninsula and Uberti said fire safety is a key concern. "This includes Soldiers' barracks, Army family housing, all of the office buildings that people work in - So again, we need everybody's help to ensure that the places they live and work in are safe."
U.S. Army Photo by Debbie Hong
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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.
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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