The video features a montage of accomplishments and events involving the 114th Fighter Wing during the 2025 year, to include Change of Command ceremonies as well as Wing-wide exercises. The mission of the 114th Fighter Wing is to deliver worldwide Combat Air Power and Agile Combat Support with excellence. Deter, Defend, Compete, Win. Protect life and property, preserve peace, order and public safety when directed by the Governor. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Airman Drew Cyburt)

Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) departs from the flight deck after completing a nine-month mission in the U.S. 3rd, 5th, and 7th Fleet areas of operations aboard Nimitz, the flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 11. Nimitz is underway in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations on a scheduled mission, demonstrating the U.S. Navy's unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy video)

U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion with Assault Craft Unit 5, transports personnel and equipment with 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, I Marine Expeditionary Force, ashore from Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 6, 2025. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Joseph Helms)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 373, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct reconnaissance and engineering assessments to identify terrain suitability for potential Forward Arming and Refueling Points and logistics sites during exercise Steel Knight 25 on San Clemente Island, California, Dec. 4-7, 2025. These assessments enable 3rd MAW to establish distributed aviation support sites across contested environments. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team's ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Samantha Devine)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Aircraft with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, transport simulated casualties as part of a joint mass casualty training event involving U.S. Marines, Sailors and Airmen during exercise Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 6, 2025. The evolution demonstrates how integrated medical, aviation, and logistics capabilities enable the Marine Air-Ground Task Force to rapidly triage, treat, and evacuate casualties in distributed and contested environments. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team's ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain MAGTF readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Fatima Delgadillo)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, unload amphibious combat vehicles from a U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion with Assault Craft Unit 5 onto Red Beach during Exercise Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 6, 2025. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team's ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. This footage was acquired with a Skydio drone (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Peyton Kahle)

U.S. Under Secretary of the Army Michael A. Obadal; U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Jonathan M. Stubbs, Director, Army National Guard; and Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the District of Columbia National Guard, join 1,000 participants during the fourth annual holiday toy ruck in partnership with Children’s National Hospital, in Washington, D.C., Dec. 6, 2025. Beginning in late-October, the D.C. National Guard in partnership with National Guard Bureau (NGB) collected, new, unwrapped toys in donation bins during a toy drive at the D.C. Armory and the Herbert R. Temple Jr. Army National Guard Readiness Center (TARC). Participants rucked approximately five miles through the nation’s capital to deliver brand-new toys to children spending the holiday season at Children’s National Hospital. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur M. Wright)

251206-N-VD554-1001 - Cmdr. Dane R. Mutschler, commanding officer of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 73, Lt. Benjamin C. Fornshill, and Naval Aircrewman Tactical-Helicopter 1st Class Jacob H. Louderback, all assigned to HSM-73, provide interviews after HSM-73 returns to their homeport of Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, Dec. 6, 2025, following operations with the Nimitz Carrier Strike Group in the U.S. 3rd, 5th, and 7th Fleets. An integral part of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. 3rd Fleet leads naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic, relevant training necessary to execute the U.S. Navy’s role across the full spectrum of military operations. U.S. 3rd Fleet works together with allies and partners to advance freedom of navigation and overflight, the rule of law and other principles that underpin security for the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Aron Montano)

Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Lisa Erikson passes the responsibility of Minnesota National Guard state command senior enlisted leader to Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jason Rost .

Service members and volunteers from the Department of War, National Guard Bureau, Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy, D.C. government agencies, and ROTC programs from multiple universities participate in the annual D.C. Toy Ruck in Washington, D.C., Dec. 6, 2025. Participants carried donated toys along the route to support local children and families during the holiday season, strengthening partnerships and highlighting their shared commitment to the community. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Paris Hayes)

U.S. Marines with 3rd Assault Amphibian Battalion, 1st Marine Division, unload amphibious combat vehicles from a U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion with Assault Craft Unit 5 onto Red Beach during Exercise Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 6, 2025. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team's ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Ruby Centeno)

U.S. Marines and Sailors from across I Marine Expeditionary Force treat simulated patients in a Battalion Aid Station during Exercise Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 6, 2025. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team’s ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Juan Torres)

The 133d Combat Training Squadron officially activated in Des Moines, Iowa, marking a new chapter in mission readiness for the state’s Airmen. This unit strengthens critical training capabilities that will shape the future of combat support operations.

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, conduct crowd control during a simulated military assisted departure and mass casualty event as part of Exercise Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 5, 2025. This exercise will certify 5th Marines for Marine Rotational Force–Darwin, a six-month forward deployment in Australia that strengthens combined interoperability with the Australian Defence Force and provides rapid crisis-response options for the joint force across the Indo-Pacific. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team’s ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. (U.S Marine Corps video by Sgt. Kyle Chan)

U.S. Navy Capt. Garfield Cross, the division surgeon of 1st Marine Division, speaks about Battalion Aid Station’s and new medical technologies being tested during Exercise Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 6, 2025. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team’s ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. Cross is a native of Virginia. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Juan Torres)

U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II, with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct deck landing qualifications on Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 5-6, 2025. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Nicole Stuart)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” host a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 5, 2025. During the ceremony, U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Malafa relinquished command of the Thunderbirds to Lt. Col. Alexander Prevendar. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Sebastian Romawac)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, transport U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division during an embassy reinforcement training event as part of Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 5, 2025. The training evolution demonstrates 3d MAW’s ability to project forces rapidly across distributed environments to reinforce and protect U.S. interests abroad. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team's ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Nikolas Mascroft)

In this “Leadership Log” discussion, the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s lead Chaplain, Col. Joshua Payne and Trina Pauley, Acting Director with the Integrated Resilience Office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, discuss ways to navigate stresses that may come from a busy holiday season. The pair also provide resources available to Center service members, civilians and contractors who may need additional assistance or are in crisis. (U.S. Air Force video by Joe Danielewicz)

U.S. Marines with India Company, Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, disembark Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 5, 2025. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Joseph Helms)

U.S. Marines and civilian volunteers hand out Christmas trees during the annual Trees for Troops Christmas tree holiday event at the Paradise Point Golf Club on Marine Corps Base (MCB) Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Dec. 5, 2025. Trees for Troops is held by the Christmas SPIRIT Foundation, providing over 800 Christmas trees to Department of Defense personnel and their families to spread holiday spirit throughout every military family. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Yvonna Guyette)

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” host a change of command ceremony at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 5, 2025. During the ceremony, U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Malafa relinquished command of the Thunderbirds to Lt. Col. Alexander Prevendar. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Sebastian Romawac)

Edison Cordoba, a member of the Servicio Nacional de Fronteras speaks about the Combined Jungle Operations Training Course at Base Aeronaval Cristóbal Colón, Panamá, Dec. 5, 2025. U.S. Southern Command is focused on increasing partner nation capacity and interoperability in the region and reflects the United States’ enduring promise of friendship, partnership, and solidarity with the Panamanian people. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Jonathon Downs)

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 465, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, transport U.S. Marines with 1st Marine Division during an embassy reinforcement training event as part of Steel Knight 25 at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Dec. 5, 2025.The training evolution demonstrates 3d MAW’s ability to project forces rapidly across distributed environments to reinforce and protect U.S. interests abroad. Steel Knight is an annual exercise that strengthens the Navy-Marine Corps team's ability to respond forward, integrate across domains, and sustain Marine Air-Ground Task Force readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps video by LCpl. Alexis Ibarra)

U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 3/5, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, and U.S. Sailors assigned to San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Portland (LPD 27), conduct a defense of the amphibious task force and simulated casualty drill in the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 5, 2025. The 11th MEU is currently underway aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations conducting integrated training that enhances lethality and warfighting readiness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Avery Wayland)

Members of the U.S. Marine Corps and Panamanian security services practice tracking techniques during the Combined Jungle Operations Training Course at Base Aeronaval Cristóbal Colón, Panamá, Dec. 5, 2025. U.S. Southern Command is focused on increasing partner nation capacity and interoperability in the region and reflects the United States’ enduring promise of friendship, partnership, and solidarity with the Panamanian people. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Jonathon Downs)

Troopers assigned to Division Artillery Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, participate in a brigade run at Fort Hood, Texas, Dec. 5, 2025. DIVARTY conducted a brigade run to build motivation and fitness going into the holiday season. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Lyca Williams)

U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command activated as the Army’s newest Theater Army during a transition of command ceremony at Fort Bragg, N.C., Dec. 5, 2025. During the Ceremony, U.S. Army Forces Command cased its colors after 53 years as the Army’s largest command. Gen. Joseph P. Ryan took command of the newly established USAWHC during the ceremony. The transition included long-standing Army traditions meant to honor the outgoing and incoming commanders. Gen. Andrew P. Poppas led U.S. Army Forces Command for more than three years before relinquishing command to Ryan. Poppas is slated to retire after more than 37 years of service. The U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command serves as the Theater Army for both U.S. Northern Command and U.S. Southern Command. This newly activated command unifies U.S. Army Forces Command, U.S. Army North, and U.S. Army South as the Army Service Component Command for the Western Hemisphere. Its missions include homeland defense, crisis response, regional security cooperation, and defense support to civil authorities, while also serving as the Army's immediate response force for the region.

251205-N-CH260-1001 SAN DIEGO (December 5, 2025) — The Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Pierre (LCS 38) arrives at its homeport of San Diego for the first time, Dec. 5, 2025. Pierre, the second U.S. Navy ship to bear this name, commissioned in Panama City, Fla. Nov. 15 as the final Independence-variant LCS. Littoral combat ships are fast, optimally-manned, mission-tailored surface combatants that operate in near-shore and open-ocean environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats.