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HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers 200 Feet above Ground with 600-Pound Load during Weight Check
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303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator glances out of HH-60 Pave Hawk
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Members from 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepare to initiate Hoist Weight Check
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303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Pilots inspect Control Panels during Preflight Check
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303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator simulates ‘Stand Ready’ with GAU-2 Mini-Gun
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303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator inspects Tail Motor on HH-60 Pave Hawk
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Senegalese Armed Forces Soldiers participate in Live Fire Demonstration during African Land Forces Summit
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Members of Djibouti Air Force Honor Guard render Salute during Closing Ceremony
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Kenya and Tanzania Air Force Members conduct Vehicle Inspection as Part of Installation Security Knowledge Exchange
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Burundi Air Force Captain tightens Cargo Net as Part of Aircraft Cargo Knowledge Exchange
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U.S. Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa Loadmaster discusses Cargo Pallet Inspection Procedures
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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. talks with Djiboutian Air Force Members about Maintenance Procedures for Let L-410 Turbolet Aircraft
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Djiboutian Air Force Member performs a Traditional Dance as Part of Cultural Exchange
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Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel returns to Port after completing Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise Scenario
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Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel begins Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise
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Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard boarding Vessel approaches Target Vessel
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Djibouti Coast Guard Member holds his Weapon at Ready, aboard Simulated Captured Vessel
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Djiboutian coast guard Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team Members locate Role Player hiding in Cabin of Simulated Captured Vessel
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Djiboutian Navy Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team boards Simulated Captured Vessel
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Djibouti Coast Guard Member role-plays as Pirate during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015
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Charting Maps for Gulf of Tadjoura showing Exercise Area of Operations
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Exercise Leaders review Exercise Plans aboard Djiboutian Naval Target Vessel
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U.S. Army Africa conducts MEDRETE 15-1 in Burundi
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U.S. Army Africa conducts MEDRETE 15-1 in Burundi
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nations stand together during African Partnership Flight-Djibouti
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US, Germany provide Equipment, Training for Tanzania Rangers
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CDR Richard Gustafson, Office of the Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, briefs on DoD Global Health Engagement during the 2015 AFRICOM Partners Health Engagement Forum, a three-day event conducted at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany at Kelley Barracks, Feb. 18-20, 2015. The event was organized by the AFRICOM Command Surgeon’s Office. (U.S. Africa Command photo by Tech. Sgt. Olufemi A. Owolabi)
Photo by: Owolabi, Olufemi A. SSgt, Stuttgart, Germany
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A participant asks questions during AFRICOM Partners Health Engagement Forum, a three-day event conducted at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany at Kelley Barracks, Feb. 18-20, 2015. The event was organized by the AFRICOM Command Surgeon’s Office. (U.S. Africa Command photo by Tech. Sgt. Olufemi A. Owolabi)
Photo by: Owolabi, Olufemi A. SSgt, Stuttgart, Germany
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With the goal to build stability through health, more than 35 medical practitioners and health specialists are taking part in the AFRICOM Partners Health Engagement Forum, a three-day event conducted at the U.S. Army Garrison Stuttgart, Germany at Kelley Barracks, Feb. 18-20, 2015. (U.S. Africa Command photo by Tech. Sgt. Olufemi A. Owolabi)
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HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers 200 Feet above Ground with 600-Pound Load during Weight Check
An HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers 200 feet above the ground with a 600-pound load during a weight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. The weight check was to make sure the hoist was operational after being repaired. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator glances out of HH-60 Pave Hawk
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Antonio Jimenez, 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, glances out of an HH-60 Pave Hawk during a 600-pound weight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. The Weight check was part of the flight inspection to ensure everything is operable prior to a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Members from 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepare to initiate Hoist Weight Check
Members from the 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron prepare to initiate a hoist weight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Jan. 26, 2015. The hoist was recently repaired and was checked for serviceability with a max weight of 600 pounds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Pilots inspect Control Panels during Preflight Check
U.S. Air Force 1st Lt Michael Parker (left) and Capt. Brandon Fesko, both 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron pilots, inspect the control panels during a preflight check at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. A preflight is held every three days when the team is on alert, to ensure everything is in working order and ready to fly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator simulates ‘Stand Ready’ with GAU-2 Mini-Gun
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Antonio Jimenez, 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, simulates ‘stand ready’ with the GAU-2 mini-gun at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. This position is taken if and when they need to provide combat air support during any rescue mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron Special Mission Aviator inspects Tail Motor on HH-60 Pave Hawk
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Caleb Hiner, 303rd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, inspects the tail motor on an HH-60 Pave Hawk during a preflight inspection at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti on Jan. 26, 2015. During the preflight checks, the aviators look for serviceability and to ensure the aircraft is ready to fly when they are called for a mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Senegalese Armed Forces Soldiers participate in Live Fire Demonstration during African Land Forces Summit
Senegalese Armed Forces soldiers participate in a live fire demonstration during the African Land Forces Summit 15 near Thies, Senegal. Land forces chiefs of staff from 36 nations are attending ALFS 15 in Dakar, Senegal from Feb. 9-12. ALFS 15 brings together land force commanders from across Africa to solidify relationships, exchange information on current topics of mutual interest and concern, and seek cooperation in addressing common security concerns. (U.S. Army Africa photo by Pfc. Craig Philbrick)
Photo by: Pfc. Craig Philbrick
Members of Djibouti Air Force Honor Guard render Salute during Closing Ceremony
Members of the Djibouti air force honor guard render a salute during the closing ceremony for African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Kenya and Tanzania Air Force Members conduct Vehicle Inspection as Part of Installation Security Knowledge Exchange
Kenya and Tanzania air force members conduct a vehicle inspection as part of an installation security knowledge exchange during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Burundi Air Force Captain tightens Cargo Net as Part of Aircraft Cargo Knowledge Exchange
A Burundi air force captain tightens a cargo net as part of an aircraft cargo knowledge exchange during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 10, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
U.S. Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa Loadmaster discusses Cargo Pallet Inspection Procedures
U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Phillip Leonard, U.S. Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa loadmaster, discusses cargo pallet inspection procedures with East African air forces members during African Partnership Flight– Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 10, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. talks with Djiboutian Air Force Members about Maintenance Procedures for Let L-410 Turbolet Aircraft
U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Albert Kirkey, 818th Mobility Support Advisory Squadron aircraft maintenance advisor, talks with Djiboutian air force members about maintenance procedures for the Let L-410 Turbolet aircraft during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Djiboutian Air Force Member performs a Traditional Dance as Part of Cultural Exchange
A Djiboutian air force member performs a traditional dance as part of a cultural exchange during African Partnership Flight–Djibouti at Djibouti Air Base, Feb. 9, 2015. APF is the premiere program to bring together partner nations to increase cooperation and interoperability, which fosters stability and security throughout the continent. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech Sgt. Ian Dean, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti
Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel returns to Port after completing Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise Scenario
The Djibouti navy and coast guard boarding vessel returns to port after completing the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure exercise scenario during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Feb. 2, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard Boarding Vessel begins Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Exercise
The Djibouti navy and coast guard boarding vessel begins the Visit, Board, Search and Seizure exercise as part of the Proliferation Security Initiative Support cell portion of Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Feb. 2, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Djibouti Navy and Coast Guard boarding Vessel approaches Target Vessel
The Djibouti navy and coast guard boarding vessel approaches the target vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Feb. 2, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Djibouti Coast Guard Member holds his Weapon at Ready, aboard Simulated Captured Vessel
A Djibouti coast guard member holds his weapon at the ready, aboard a simulated captured vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Djiboutian coast guard Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team Members locate Role Player hiding in Cabin of Simulated Captured Vessel
Djiboutian coast guard Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team members locate a role player hiding in the cabin of a simulated captured vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti,, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Djiboutian Navy Visit, Board, Search and Seizure Team boards Simulated Captured Vessel
The Djiboutian navy Visit, Board, Search and Seizure team boards a simulated captured vessel, during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Djibouti Coast Guard Member role-plays as Pirate during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015
A Djibouti coast guard member role-plays as a pirate during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Charting Maps for Gulf of Tadjoura showing Exercise Area of Operations
The charting maps for the Gulf of Tadjoura showing the exercise area of operations are displayed during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 31, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
Exercise Leaders review Exercise Plans aboard Djiboutian Naval Target Vessel
Exercise leaders review exercise plans aboard the Djiboutian Naval target vessel during Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 in Djibouti, Jan. 28, 2015. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, Exercise Cutlass Express 2015 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie/Released)
Photo by: Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie
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AU journalists engage with AFRICOM during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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A delegation of African Union journalists spent the week of 9-12 Feb., 2015 visiting U.S. Africa Command to learn about the command’s mission and programs. (U.S. AFRICOM photos by Brenda Law/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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AU journalists, Jenine Coetzer (left), responds to a comment as Charles Obbo looks on during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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COL Mark Cheadle, AFRICOM’s Chief of Public Affairs and Communication Synchronization, engages African journalists during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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A delegation of African Union journalists spent the week of 9-12 Feb., 2015 visiting U.S. Africa Command to learn about the command’s mission and programs. (U.S. AFRICOM photos by Brenda Law/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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AU journalists, Jenine Coetzer (left), responds to a comment as Charles Obbo looks on during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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AU journalists engage with AFRICOM during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
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COL Mark Cheadle, AFRICOM’s Chief of Public Affairs and Communication Synchronization, engages African journalists during a media delegation visit, Feb. 9, 2015, at Kelley Barracks, U.S. Army Garrison, Stuttgart, Germany. Eight journalists, who are accredited with the African Union, are here as participants of a U.S. AFRICOM-sponsored media delegation visit to learn about the command's mission and programs. (Photo by Brenda Law/U.S. Africa Command Public Affairs/Released)
Photo by: Brenda Law, Stuttgart, Germany
U.S. Army Africa conducts MEDRETE 15-1 in Burundi
(From left) Col. Patrick Cook, vascular surgeon, and Capt. Kathryn Muir, general surgery resident perform a biopsy on a swollen lymph node with an attending Burundi National Defense Force general surgeon at the Kamenge Military Hospital in Bujumbura, Burundi, during the U. S. Africa Command directed, U.S. Army Africa led joint Medical Readiness and Training Exercise 15-1 recently. Cook, a native of Walnut, Calif., and Muir, a native of Imlay City, Mich., are staff members at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, Fort Bliss, Texas. (U.S. Army Africa photo by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chlosta)
Photo by: Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chlosta, Stuttgart, Germany
U.S. Army Africa conducts MEDRETE 15-1 in Burundi
From left) U.S. Army Maj. James Blair, orthopedic trauma surgeon, a Burundi National Defense Force orthopedic surgeon and U.S. Army 1st Lt. James Bills, perform surgery on a patient with a hip fracture at the Kamenge Military Hospital in Bujumbura, Burundi, during the U. S. Africa Command directed, U.S. Army Africa led joint Medical Readiness and Training Exercise 15-1 Jan. 28. Blair, a native of Brooklyn, Conn. and Bills, who calls San Antonio home, are both staff members at William Beaumont Army Medical Center, Fort Bliss, Texas. (U.S. Army Africa photo by Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chlosta)
Photo by: Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Chlosta, Stuttgart, Germany
nations stand together during African Partnership Flight-Djibouti
DJIBOUTI AIR BASE, Djibouti -- Burundi Airmen stand in formation during the opening ceremony for African Partnership Flight on Djibouti Air Base, Djibouti, Feb. 7, 2015. African Partnership Flight is the premier program for delivering aviation security cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Wilson
Photo by: U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Wilson, DJIBOUTI AIR BASE, Djibouti
US, Germany provide Equipment, Training for Tanzania Rangers
Ambassador Egon Kochanke, German Ambassador to Tanzania, Lazaru Nyalandu, Tanzania Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, and Ambassador Mark Childress, U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania, look over new ranger field equipment at Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania on Jan. 21, 2015. In a broader effort to combat poaching and illegal trafficking, the U.S. and German governments donated new field equipment for use by the rangers patrolling the reserve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean)
Photo by: Tech. Sgt. Ian Dean, Stuttgart, Germany
General Rodriguez visits Mauritania
The commander of the United States Africa Command General David M. Rodriguez was welcomed by General Hanana Sidi, Mauritania’s Deputy Chief of the Army and Colonel Mohamed Lehretani, Chief of the Mauritanian Air Force during a visit to Mauritania.
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Mauritius President Tours USS Simpson
Mauritius President Kailash Purryag, left, and Rear Adm. Tom Reck, vice commander, U.S. 6th Fleet, talk at a reception held aboard the Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate USS Simpson (FFG 56) Feb. 3, 2015. Purryag visited Simpson while it is in Port Louis, Mauritius, after it completed the underway phase of Exercise Cutlass Express 2015. This exercise, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
Photo by: Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum, PORT LOUIS, Mauritius
Mauritius President Tours USS Simpson
Cmdr. Ken Anderson, USS Simpson (FFG 56) commanding officer, gives a guided tour of his ship to Mauritius President Kailash Purryag. Purryag visited Simpson while it is in Port Louis, Mauritius, taking part in Exercise Cutlass Express 2015. This exercise, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command, is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness and information sharing practices to increase capabilities of East African and Indian Ocean nations to counter sea-based illicit activity. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum/Released)
Photo by: Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class David R. Krigbaum, PORT LOUIS, Mauritius
