U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 555th Fighter and Fighter Generation Squadrons prepare and operate F-16 Fighting Falcons to practice integrated air missile defense during Combat Archer U.K. at RAF Lakenheath, England, April 9, 2025. Combat Archer U.K. provided live-fire air-to-air experience against threat-representative unmanned systems. By hosting Combat Archer U.K. in Europe, U.S. Air Forces Europe saved millions of dollars, allowing them to enhance the mission while staying on the right side of the cost curve. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Zachary Jakel)

The American Forces Network-Pacific undergoes a change of command. Lt Col Michael Hertzog gave command of the unit to Lt Col Cody Chiles on June 9, 2025.

Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers and civilian participants tackle the challenging 18.6-mile Norwegian Foot March in Medford, Oregon, June 8, 2025, carrying 24-pound rucksacks in honor of the Army's 250th anniversary. The century-old military endurance test brought together 101 participants from multiple installations, including Oregon Air National Guard wings and Joint Base Lewis-McChord, testing their ability to remain combat-ready after completing the demanding route. Local recruiters presented awards to top finishers, highlighting the event's dual purpose of honoring military tradition while strengthening community ties between the National Guard and the citizens they serve.

185th ARW hosts a formal change of command ceremony for wing command.

Airmen assigned to the 155th Air Refueling Wing participated in a Combat Readiness Exercise at the Nebraska National Guard air base in Lincoln, Nebraska, June 6-8, 2025. The exercise tested the deployment readiness and supporting infrastructure of the installation to support wartime operations by assessing Airmen on performance-based tasks critical to mission readiness, such as facilitating the repair and maintenance of vital runway infrastructure, deployment of critical mission support infrastructure, enemy deterrence, perimeter security, unmanned aircraft deterrence, establishment of essential communications, and hot pit aircraft refueling. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Noah Carlson)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment conduct a multinational convoy from Germany to Hungary during Saber Guardian 25, June 6–8, 2025. Across three days, 2CR Soldiers executed vehicle movements through the Czech Republic and Hungary, staged at Camp Croft, and conducted offload and sustainment operations in support of NATO’s mission to maintain readiness and interoperability across Europe. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Carlos Marquez) Demonstrating global deterrence and the U.S. Army’s ability to rapidly deploy U.S.-based combat power in Europe and the Arctic region alongside Allies and partners, DEFENDER 25 brings U.S. troops together with forces from 29 Allied and partner nations to build readiness through large-scale combat training from May 11-June 24, 2025. DEFENDER 25 increases the lethality of the NATO alliance through large-scale tactical training maneuvers and long-range fires, builds unit readiness in a complex joint, multinational environment and leverages host nation capabilities to increase the U.S. Army’s operational reach. During three large-scale combat training exercises—Swift Response, Immediate Response, and Saber Guardian—Ally and partner forces integrate and expand multi-domain operations capability, demonstrating combined command and control structures and readiness to respond to crisis and conflict. 00:00:06:00- 4th Squadron 2nd Cavalry Regiment Soldiers prepare and begin Convoy to Camp Croft, Hungary. 00:01:16:01 - 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment Soldiers arrive in Czech Republic. 00:01:52:01 - 4th Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment Soldiers arrive to Camp Croft, Hungary.

More than 500 paratroopers from the U.S., France, the U.K., the Netherlands and Germany jumped from American and allied aircraft onto Iron Mike II Drop Zone, near La Fière Bridge, Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 8, 2025 in honor of the D-Day invasions. The 81st anniversary of D-Day commemorates Allied Forces that liberated the region from German occupation during World War II.

More than 500 paratroopers from the U.S., France, the U.K., the Netherlands and Germany jumped from American and allied aircraft onto Iron Mike II Drop Zone, near La Fière Bridge, Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 8, 2025. The 81st anniversary of D-Day commemorates Allied Forces that liberated the region from German occupation during World War II. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Kyle Smith)

More than 500 paratroopers from the U.S., France, the U.K., the Netherlands and Germany jumped from American and allied aircraft onto Iron Mike II Drop Zone, near La Fière Bridge, Sainte-Mère-Église, France, June 8, 2025. The 81st anniversary of D-Day commemorates Allied Forces that liberated the region from German occupation during World War II. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Wagner).

Interview with Command Sergeant Major of the 173rd Brigade Support Battalion, CSM Gerardo Moran, following a freefall jump performed by U.S. and allied forces in honor of the 81st anniversary of D-Day, June 8, 2025. The 81st anniversary of D-Day commemorates Allied Forces that liberated the region from German occupation during World War II. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist Jack Hoppe and Mass Communication Specialist Samuel Wagner)

U.S. Army light equipment transporters, Stryker armored vehicles, HEMTT A4 fuel servicing trucks, and other equipment arrive via rail in Washington D.C. to take part in the 250th Army Birthday Parade on June 8, 2025. The vehicles departed from Fort Cavazos, Texas, where they are assigned to various units within the 3d Cavalry Regiment. (U.S. Army video by Pfc. Jude Vogel)

U.S. Army light equipment transporters, Stryker armored vehicles, HEMTT A4 fuel servicing trucks, and other equipment arrive via rail in Washington D.C. to take part in the 250th Army Birthday Parade on June 8, 2025. The vehicles departed from Fort Cavazos, Texas, where they are assigned to various units within the 3d Cavalry Regiment.

Interview with U.S. Army MAJ Ramon Espaillat, a support operations officer, 173rd Airborne Brigade, following a freefall jump performed by U.S. and allied forces in honor of the 81st anniversary of D-Day, June 8, 2025. The 81st anniversary of D-Day commemorates Allied Forces that liberated the region from German occupation during World War II. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Wagner and Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jack Hoppe).

Airmen with the 152nd Airlift Wing (High Rollers) participate in a series of competitive events fostering esprit de corps, camaraderie and morale during the Wing’s 2025 UNITE event. This year marks the third annual competition. The UNITE program empowers unit commanders to create new opportunities for recreational and cohesive activities to strengthen the bond between members within the unit.

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 7th Engineer Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, conduct hot/cold load training with Romanian soldiers in Frecetai, Romania, June 8, 2025. Exercises like these focus on enhancing the U.S.'s interoperability, enabling Allies and partner forces to operate together and communicate more effectively through shared procedures. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Nathan Arellano Tlaczani)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 7th Engineer Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, rehearse wet gap crossing for Saber Guardian 25 on June 8, 2025, in Frecatei, Romania. Exercises like this allow U.S. Army to operate at new ports while also rehearsing the deployment and integration of U.S. military combat equipment throughout Europe, ensuring that the U.S. Army is ready at all times to support and defend NATO allies and partner forces across all domains. (U.S. Army Video by Sgt. Kourtney Nunnery)

Airmen assigned to the 155th Air Refueling Wing prepare for and perform a KC- 135 Stratotanker flight in the rain during a Combat Readiness Exercise, June 7, 2025, at the Nebraska National Guard air base in Lincoln, Nebraska. The exercise tested the deployment readiness and supporting infrastructure of the installation to support wartime operations by assessing Airmen on performance-based tasks critical to mission readiness, such as cargo processing, personnel deployment and emergency response actions. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Airman Jeremiah Johnson)

Airmen assigned to the 155th Air Refueling Wing perform their assignments while in mission oriented protective posture gear during a Combat Readiness Exercise, June 7, 2025, at the Nebraska National Guard air base in Lincoln, Nebraska. The exercise tested the deployment readiness and supporting infrastructure of the installation to support wartime operations by assessing Airmen on performance-based tasks critical to mission readiness, such as cargo processing, personnel deployment and emergency response actions. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Senior Airman Jeremiah Johnson)

Static aircraft displays and aerial performances take place at the Beale Air & Space Expo on Beale Air Force Base, California, June 7, 2025. This was the first open-base air show that Beale AFB hosted since 2018. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Chelsea Arana)

More than 50 Maryland Army National Guard Soldiers celebrated the U.S. Army's 250th Birthday with Governor Wes Moore at the State House in Annapolis, Md., June 7, 2025. Brig. Gen. Andrew Collins, deputy adjutant general for the Maryland National Guard, and Dr. Julie Shively, Maryland National Guard command historian, and Gov. Moore provided remarks during the ceremony. In addition to cutting a ceremonial cake with the oldest and youngest Soldiers, six Soldiers reenlisted and one Soldier was promoted during the event. (Maryland National Guard video by Maj. Benjamin Hughes)

U.S. Soldiers participate in the international live-fire exercise portion of Balkan Sentinel alongside Italian, Romanian, and Bulgarian forces at Koren Training Area, Bulgaria, June 7, 2025. The Bulgarian national exercise, Balkan Sentinel, will be linked to Immediate Response 25 and consists of a battalion from U.S. Army 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, one Forward Land Forces (FLF) multinational battlegroup and the Bulgarian Land Force Command conducting a battalion-level live-fire exercise at Novo Selo TA and Koren TA. The FLF is one of eight battlegroups contributing to NATO’s forward presence and is hosted by Bulgaria, with Italy being the framework nation. (U.S. Army Video by Spc. Kyle Kimble)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 222nd Chemical Company, 104th Military Police Battalion, 369th Sustainment Brigade, New York Army National Guard, perform detailed troop decontamination procedures using the Joint Service Transportable Decontamination System – Small Scale during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. set up a vehicle decontamination lane to clean for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear contaminants during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. Soldiers use a JSTDS-SS system to spray decontaminating solutions on personnel and equipment to neutralize chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear CBRN threats. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 222nd Chemical Company, 104th Military Police Battalion, 369th Sustainment Brigade, New York Army National Guard, perform detailed troop decontamination procedures using the Joint Service Transportable Decontamination System – Small Scale during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. set up a vehicle decontamination lane to clean for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear contaminants during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. Soldiers use a JSTDS-SS system to spray decontaminating solutions on personnel and equipment to neutralize chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear CBRN threats. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 74th Troop Command, District of Columbia National Guard, fire M320 grenade launchers during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. The training improves readiness and marksmanship proficiency with the Army’s standard-issue under-barrel and standalone grenade launcher. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 222nd Chemical Company, 104th Military Police Battalion, 369th Sustainment Brigade, New York Army National Guard, perform detailed troop decontamination procedures using the Joint Service Transportable Decontamination System – Small Scale during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. set up a vehicle decontamination lane to clean for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear contaminants during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. Soldiers use a JSTDS-SS system to spray decontaminating solutions on personnel and equipment to neutralize chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear CBRN threats. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 222nd Chemical Company, 104th Military Police Battalion, 369th Sustainment Brigade, New York Army National Guard, perform detailed troop decontamination procedures using the Joint Service Transportable Decontamination System – Small Scale during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. set up a vehicle decontamination lane to clean for chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear contaminants during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. Soldiers use a JSTDS-SS system to spray decontaminating solutions on personnel and equipment to neutralize chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear CBRN threats. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 74th Troop Command, District of Columbia National Guard, fire M320 grenade launchers during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. The training improves readiness and marksmanship proficiency with the Army’s standard-issue under-barrel and standalone grenade launcher. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 74th Troop Command, District of Columbia National Guard, fire M320 grenade launchers during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. The training improves readiness and marksmanship proficiency with the Army’s standard-issue under-barrel and standalone grenade launcher. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)

U.S. Soldiers assigned to the 74th Troop Command, District of Columbia National Guard, fire M320 grenade launchers during an exercise at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania, June 7, 2025. The training improves readiness and marksmanship proficiency with the Army’s standard-issue under-barrel and standalone grenade launcher. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Sgt. Du-Marc Mills)