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Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
Klaipeda was united with Lithuania only in 1923, and even then was closed to tourists during 50 years of Soviet rule following World War II. Today, as the only Lithuanian port, Klaipeda holds a position of great importance to Lithuania’s economics and its connection to the rest of the world.
Cruise ships coming to Klaipeda catch sight not only of the reconstructed port entrance but also of the Curonian Spit National park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Entering the port itself, passengers see the Lithuanian Maritime Museum, the only museum of the kind in the Baltic States.
The cruise terminal (built in 2003) is situated by a medieval city castle in the historic city center. A rotating bridge, built in 1855 with reverted iron trusses, cast iron columns and manual rotation mechanism, permits entry into Klaipeda.
Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
Lithuanian Soldiers from the Iron Wolf Infantry Brigade during exercise ‘’Battle City’’ the exercise included Learning CQB , Air Assault and Fast Roping techniques over April 18th to 22nd 2011
A U.S. Naval Special Warfare operator conducts tactical scenario training in Lithuania during Flaming Sword 17, May 13, 2017. Flaming Sword is an annual Lithuanian-led and hosted SOF exercise which taking place May 2-19, 2017. During the exercise, SOF forces trained on SOF-conventional force integration to include police, border guard and other security forces. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Andrea Romberger)
Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
March 17 Lithuanian army commander Major-General Arvydas Pocius visited Lithuanian-led Ghor Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) camp Chaghcharan soldiers in civilian and met with Ghor Provincial Governor Dr. Heiwadu Abdullah, and other representatives.
Lithuanian Soldiers from the Iron Wolf Infantry Brigade during exercise ‘’Battle City’’ the exercise included Learning CQB , Air Assault and Fast Roping techniques over April 18th to 22nd 2011
Trakai is a historic city and lake resort in Lithuania. It lies 28 km west of Vilnius, capital of Lithuania. There are 200 lakes in the region, of which the deepest is Galvė with its 21 islands. Trakai Castle is built on one of these islands.
A distinctive feature of Trakai is that the town was built and preserved by people of different nationalities. Communities of Karaims, Tatars, Lithuanians, Russians, Jews and Poles lived here side by side.
Migration Museum 26-31 December 2012
Members of the Lithuanian community enjoying the launch on 26 December.
As part of the 27th Austrlian Lithuanian Festival, Vilties Liepsna, members of the Adelaide Lithuanian Community share the beautiful tradition of Lithuanian folk art.
Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
October 20-24 Reconnaissance and Sniper elements from Motorized Infantry Brigade (MIB) Iron Wolf (Rukla) from the Lithuanian Land Forces - During the tactical field exercise - Autumn Thunder 10
Lithuanian Soldiers from PRT-12 during an assessment exercise called ‘PRT-12 Challenge’ designed to prepare them for serving in Ghor Province Afghanistan with the twelfth rotation of Lithuanian Forces – Exercise was held from Spetember 27th to 1st October 2010
These ornaments were handmade by Lithuanian schoolkids and given to me by a teacher when I visited her school in 2000. They're made of clay, so they're probably not going to last forever--this is their 17th Christmas with us, and I'm surprised they've survived this long--so I thought I should immortalize them on Flickr. Thanks, Lithuanian kids!
Lightning Troop, 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment get to know the Soldiers and equipment of the Algirdas Battalion, Iron Wolf Brigade, Lithuanian land forces at Rukla, Lithuania, Feb. 2, 2015. (U.S. Army Photos by Pfc. Jaccob Hearn)
Trakai Island Castle is located in Trakai, Lithuania on an island on the shores of Lake Galvė. The construction of the stone castle was begun in the 14th century. Trakai was one of the main centers of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the castle held great strategic importance. Trakai Castle is an excellent example of Gothic architecture. The staterooms of the palace are decorated with stained-glass and mural paintings, representing the scenes of the life of Grand Duke and his family. Some of these can be seen in other photos on my photostream.
Klaipeda is Lithuania's third city, and it's only commercial port. It has a turbulent history, only becoming part of Lithuania in 1923. Previously the city was German and known as Memel. It was annexed by Hitler in March 1939, and was ruled by him until January 1945 when the city fell to the Red Army. It was the Soviet Union's only ice-free Baltic port, and was closed to Westerners until 1986.
Migration Museum 26-31 December 2012
As part of the 27th Austrlian Lithuanian Festival, Vilties Liepsna, members of the Adelaide Lithuanian Community share the beautiful tradition of Lithuanian folk art.
Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
Lithuanian PRT-13 preparing for Afghanistan
Lithuanian of PRT-13 – More than 300 Soldiers took part in the training exercise "PRT-13 Challenge’’ at the Rudy Kazlu Ground (Marijampole region) in preparation for their up-coming deployment to Afghanistan's Ghor province as part of Lithuania’s 13th Rotations of Troops to Afghanistan.
Fifteen children and their two teachers affected from the aggression in Ukraine‘s Donetsk and Luhansk regions will live and study in Lithuania for one year. The first seven 14-year-olds arrived in Lithuania on 29 October. They will live and study at Vilnius Lithuanians’ House until 1st September.
Photo by Roman Malko.
Enjoyed at Etno Dvaras at:
Pilies g. 16, Vilnius 01123, Lithuania
Vilnius is the capital of Lithuania and its largest city, with a population of 574,221 as of 2017. Vilnius is in the southeast part of Lithuania and is the second largest city in the Baltic states. Vilnius is the seat of the main government institutions of Lithuania and the Vilnius District Municipality. Vilnius is known for the architecture in its Old Town, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Before World War II, Vilnius was one of the largest Jewish centers in Europe. Its Jewish influence has led to it being described as the "Jerusalem of Lithuania" and Napoleon named it "the Jerusalem of the North" as he was passing through in 1812. In 2009, Vilnius was the European Capital of Culture, together with Linz.
Information from: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vilnius