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Thursday, April 12, 2007

Combat Camera: All in a Day's Work, 12 Apr. 2007

Ordnance disposal makes for no ordinary day

Senior Airman William Newman dons his protective equipment prior to an "outside the wire" mission April 3 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. Airmen Newman is deployed from the Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii. In background are Staff Sgt. Charles Warner and Staff Sgt. Tom Pilla both deployed from Ramstein Air Base, Germany. The Airmen are assigned to the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Nathan Doza)

Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight conduct a controlled detonation March 20 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. The Balad EOD periodically disposes of unserviceable, excess, or dangerous ordnance by fabricating explosive demolition charges in a controlled environment. (U. S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Michael R. Holzworth)

A controlled detonation is conducted by Airmen with the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight March 20 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. Balad EOD members periodically dispose of unserviceable, excess, or dangerous ordnance by fabricating explosive demolition charges in a controlled environment. (U. S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Michael R. Holzworth)

A controlled detonation is conducted March 20 by the 332nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron's Explosive Ordinance Disposal team at Balad Air Base, Iraq. The EOD team periodically disposes of unserviceable, excess or dangerous ordnance by fabricating explosive demolition charges, in a controlled environment. (U. S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Michael R. Holzworth)

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Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Combat Camera: Deployed in the Persian Gulf

PERSIAN GULF (April 9, 2007) - Troubleshooters assigned to the "Patriots" of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 140 give a ready-to-go sign prior to launching an EA-6B Prowler from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jon Dasbach (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 9, 2007) - Representative Gene Taylor from Mississippi observes flight operations during a visit to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Taylor and five other members of the U.S. House of Representatives visited the ship at sea. Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Jon Dasbach (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - An AV-8B Harrier takes off during flight operations aboard multi-purpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) during well deck operations. Bataan, commanded by Capt. Rick Snyder, left her homeport of Norfolk, Va., on a scheduled deployment as the flagship of the Bataan Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG), which is comprised of the Bataan Strike Group and the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). Capt. Donna Looney commands the Bataan ESG. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Justin Webster (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the "Pukin' Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. These operations deny international terrorists use of the maritime environment as a venue for attack or to transport personnel, weapons or other material. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Angel Contreras (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - An F/A-18E Super Hornet assigned to the "Pukin' Dogs" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 143 launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman 2nd Class Angel Contreras (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - Guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) conducts normal underway operations as part of Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) Carrier Strike Group. Anzio is on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Angel Contreras (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 7, 2007) - A Landing Craft Utility (LCU) attached to the amphibious transport dock USS Shreveport (LPD 12) transports a Lighter Amphibious Re-supply Cargo (LARC) vehicle to the amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5) for well deck operations. Bataan Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) is conducting Maritime Security Operations (MSO) which help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment, as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Ken J. Riley (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 5, 2007) - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Anzio (CG 68) pulls alongside the Fast Combat Support Ship USNS Bridge (T-AOE 10) during an underway replenishment with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69). Eisenhower and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7 are on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability in the maritime environment as well as complement the counter-terrorism and security efforts of regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seamen Apprentice Jon Dasbach (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 1, 2007) - U.S. Marines from Weapons Company, Battalion Landing Team 2/2, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in an enhanced marksmanship program shoot aboard amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5). The Bataan Strike Group is supporting maritime security operations in the U.S. Naval Forces Central Command area of responsibility. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Gunnery Sgt. Clark J. Schindler (RELEASED)

PERSIAN GULF (April 1, 2007) - A traditional Arabian Dhow sits moored as Sailors from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) wait to go on a tour of a local city. Stennis, as part of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group, is on a regularly scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations (MSO). MSO help set the conditions for security and stability, as well as aid counter-terrorism and security efforts to the regional nations. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd class Jon Hyde (RELEASED)

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Sunday, April 8, 2007

Combat Camera: Shoulder-to-Shoulder Teamwork in Iraq

Staff Sgt. Manuel Sahagun greets an Iraqi Soldier before the operation. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

1st Lt. Matthew DeWitt scans rooftops for snipers. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Staff Sgt. Manuel Sahagun maintains radio contact with his unit. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

An Iraqi Soldier provides security inside a courtyard. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Iraqi Soldiers prepare to clear a house. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Pfc. Jason Kelly and an Iraqi Soldier work side by side. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Sgt. Tierney Nowland poses for a picture with Iraqi children during the operation. U.S. Army photo by Air Force Master Sgt. Coco Gunther. March 30, 2007

A U.S. Soldier provides security as Iraqi Soldiers enter a courtyard. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Teamwork between U.S. and Iraqi Soldiers is evident throughout the operation. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

The Soldiers finish clearing a house and move to the next one. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Iraqi Soldiers take a quick break in a courtyard during the clearing operation. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Iraqi Soldiers provide security for fellow Soldiers clearing a house. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

An Iraqi Soldier peers over a gate as the owner prepares to open it for him. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Iraqi Soldiers watch for insurgents who may be lurking nearby. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Spc. Ismael Gonzalez uses his scope to check for trouble. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007

Staff Sgt. Juan Alba, Cpl. Joseph Casiano, Spc. David Tunstall and an Iraqi National Police officer patrol the market area. U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tierney P. Nowland. March 30, 2007