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Full description: Staff Sgt. Jakob Boisvert, 90th Ground Combat Training Squadron formal ARROW challenges convoy response force teams from F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Minot Air Force Base and Malmstrom Air Force Base to demonstrate their readiness and ability to effectively provide convoy protection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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Full description: 240824-N-SW048-2068 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2024) An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, attached to the "Dragonslayers" of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11, transports ordnance to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), Aug. 24. The Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) are underway in the Atlantic Ocean for an ordnance transfer between the three ships and the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12). (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Logan McGuire)

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Full description: 240824-N-BP862-1004 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Aug. 24, 2024) The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) sails alongside the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) during an ordnance transfer, Aug. 24. The Nimitz-class aircraft carriers USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69), and the Ford-class aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) are underway in the Atlantic Ocean for an ordnance transfer between the three ships and the Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12). (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thomas Boatright)

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Full description: A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II, aircraft assigned to the Wisconsin Air National Guard's 115th Fighter Wing flies Aug. 13, 2024 during Northern Lightning, an exercise providing realistic combat training for and emphasizing joint asset integration, held annually at Volk Field Air National Guard Base, Wisconsin. Training between fourth and fifth generation aircraft is critical to ensure the Air Force is able to meet near-peer war fighting needs now and in the future. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Airman 1st Class Josh Kaeser)

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Full description: U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Adam Scherrer, front, an assistant team leader, and Cpl. Camdyn Counts, a radio operator, both with Battalion Landing Team 1/4, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a visit, board, search, and seizure training, aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20), in the Philippine Sea, Aug. 7, 2024. VBSS is part of maritime interception operations that aim to delay, disrupt, or destroy enemy forces or supplies in the maritime domain. The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of the America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th Fleet area of operations, the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Scherrer is a native of Colorado, and Counts is a native of Indiana. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Peter J. Eilen)

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Full description: 240814-N-QI093-1630 MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 14, 2024) The amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), bottom, and the transport dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51), center, of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (WSP ARG)-24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC), operate together with the Turkish Navy amphibious assault ship TCG Anadolu (L400) and the Turkish frigate TCG Gokova (F496) in the Mediterranean Sea, Aug. 14, 2024. The WSP ARG-24th MEU (SOC) is on a scheduled deployment to the NAVEUR-NAVAF area of operations, supporting U.S., Allied and partner interests in the region, including in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, to continue promoting regional stability and deterring aggression. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ruben Reed)

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Full description: Firing crews from Alpha Battery, 2nd Battalion, 300th Field Artillery, Wyoming Army National Guard, launch a rocket from a M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System vehicle during the unit's HIMARS live fire exercise as part of Mobilization Exercise III held at Fort Riley, Kansas, Aug. 15, 2024. MOBEX III is the continuing effort of rapidly mobilizing forces during large scale mobilization operations and consists of a tailored mix of U.S. Army, Army Reserve and Army National Guard forces. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Katie Mazos, 297th Regional Support Group)

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Full description: Marines assigned to Light Armored Reconnaissance Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), participate in a live-fire exercise aboard the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) while underway in the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 8, 2024. Somerset is currently underway conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet with elements of the 15th MEU. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Evan Diaz)

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Full description: 240802-N-GC617-3050 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 2, 2024) An F/A-18E Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 14, launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Abraham Lincoln, flagship of Carrier Strike Group Three, is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Shepard Fosdyke-Jackson)

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The Battle of the Isonzo was a series of 12 battles between the Austro-Hungarian and Italian armies during World War I, fought along the Isonzo River on the Italian Front between 1915 and 1917. These battles were characterized by brutal trench warfare and resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. The difficult terrain, with its mountainous and rocky landscape, made the fighting particularly challenging. Despite numerous offensives, the Italians were unable to achieve a decisive breakthrough until the later stages of the war, and the battles ultimately contributed to the heavy attrition suffered by both armies.

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Full description: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (July 27, 2024) An Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Equipment) signals aircraft on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71), July 27. Theodore Roosevelt is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to support maritime security and stability in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (Official U.S. Navy photo illustration) (This photo has been altered for security purposes by blurring out names on the aircraft.)

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Full description: U.S. Army Spc. Conrad David (left) and Staff Sgt. Do Hwan Yi, assigned to the 1st Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment, zero their weapons during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa European Best Sniper Team Competition at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) near Hohenfels, Germany, August 5, 2024.

The European Best Sniper Team Competition is a U.S. Army Europe and Africa led, JMRC hosted annual event testing the marksmanship, physical prowess, and technical expertise of sniper teams across Europe. During the 2024 event, held from Aug. 5 through Aug. 11, 35 teams from 19 NATO Allies and Partners compete to be the best European sniper team. (U.S. Army photo by Staff. Sgt. Dana Clarke)

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Full description: ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 17, 2024) Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Travon Culver directs an SH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter for take-off from the flight deck of the expeditionary sea base USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (ESB 4). Hershel “Woody” Williams is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ridge Leoni)

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Full description: U.S. Soldiers walk into yellow smoke and CS gas during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa European Best Sniper Team Competition at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) near Hohenfels, Germany, August 5, 2024.

The European Best Sniper Team Competition is a U.S. Army Europe and Africa led, JMRC hosted annual event testing the marksmanship, physical prowess, and technical expertise of sniper teams across Europe. During the 2024 event, held from Aug. 5 through Aug. 11, 35 teams from 19 NATO Allies and Partners compete to be the best European sniper team. (U.S. Army photo by Staff. Sgt. Dana Clarke)

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Full description: U.S. Soldiers, assigned to the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, operate a combat-net radio during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF) Best Squad Competition at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Aug. 5, 2024. Soldiers from across USAREUR-AF will compete in the year's Best Squad Competition in Grafenwoehr, Germany, July 31 - Aug. 9, 2024. Teams representing units from across USAREUR-AF will test their tactical proficiency, communication, and overall cohesion as they compete for the title of Best Squad. Winners of this competition will advance to compete at the U.S. Army Best Squad Competition. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Andrew Clark)

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Full description: U.S. Army Sgt. Lucas Wolf (front), and Spc. Jack Nash (back), 11th Armored Calvery Regiment Troopers, practice engaging targets of various distances on Ft. Irwin, Ca., Mar. 27, 2024. Both Troopers are practicing for the upcoming International Sniper Competition taking place at Ft. Moore, Ga. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Clayton Stevenson)

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Full description: U.S. Navy Special Warfare Combat Crewman (SWCC) prepare to embark on a combatant craft from the USS John L. Canley (ESB-6), a U.S. Navy Expeditionary Sea Base ship that supports a variety of maritime-based missions, during Operation Polar Dagger, July 19, 2024. Operation Polar Dagger provided Special Operations Command North the opportunity to refine a range of capabilities and response options to deter, disrupt, degrade, and deny competitor activity in the Arctic in support of U.S. Northern Command and layered defense of the homeland. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Johnny Diaz)

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Full description: Missouri Army National Guardsman Sgt. 1st Class Nathaniel Ross of the 1135th engineer company, participates as a member of the Missouri State Shooting Team in the Marksmanship Advisory Council Region Five (MAC-V) Match at Camp Joseph T. Robinson, North Little Rock, Arkansas, July 31, 2024. The MAC-V match is designed to provide combat focused marksmanship sustainment training for the seven-state region. Participating states within region five are Missouri, Nebraska, Arkansas, Iowa, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Texas. (Missouri National Guard photo by Spc. Trevor Wilson)

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Full description: A Norwegian special forces member and U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to take off at Pápa Air Base, Hungary, July 24, 2024. Integrating the proficiencies of the 56th and 57th RQS with partners and allies ensures they are ready to meet the region’s demands anytime and anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joseph Bartoszek)

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Full description: A Soldier with the 82nd Airborne Division, acting as an enemy combatant, sits in the gunner seat after being neutralized by Charlie Co. 1-167th Infantry Regiment during a simulated enemy assault, Camp Shelby, July 24, 2024. During the simulated assault Charlie Co. uses multiple integrated laser engagement system (MILES) gear to react to enemy contact and work together to overcome the enemy force. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jaccob Hearn)

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Full description: A United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V rocket supporting the USSF-51, a classified National Security Space Launch mission, launches from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, July. 30, 2024. This was Atlas V's 53rd and final launch for the USSF. (U.S. Space Force photo by Joshua Conti)

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