F-15 Eagles assigned to the 48th Fighter Wing support a flypast over Normandy, France in support of the 76th anniversary of D-Day June 6, 2020. An epic multinational operation, D-Day forged partnerships and reinforces trans-Atlantic bonds that remain to this day. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Master Sgt. Matthew Plew)
ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Four F-15 Eagles assigned to the 493rd Fighter Squadron conducted a flyover in France commemorating the 76th anniversary of D-Day, June 6, 2020.
A U.S. Marine with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa 20.2, sights in on his target during a battle-sight zero range on Móron Air Base, May 31, 2020. SPMAGTF-CR-AF 20.2 is deployed to conduct crisis-response and theater-security operations in Africa and promote regional stability by conducting military-to-military training exercises throughout Europe and Africa. SPMAGTF-CR-AF 20.2 continues to work closely with the relevant medical agencies, military organizations to minimize the risk of COVID-19 exposure. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Antonio F. Garcia)
USEUCOM Maintains Medical Readiness in the Midst of Global Pandemic
7:11 AM6/5/2020
As America's combatant command for Europe with nearly 72,000 military members and civilian employees supporting its far-ranging missions, U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) has shouldered the daunting dual task of keeping its force healthy and mission ready, while fighting the global COVID-19 pandemic and assisting NATO Allies and partner nations.
On June 6, 1944, in Operation Overlord, Allied forces landed troops on the beaches of Normandy, France, for the largest amphibious assault in history. Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower called the operation a crusade in which, “we will accept nothing less than full victory.”
U.S. Marines and Sailors participated in a socially distanced transfer of authority yesterday, marking the passing of the torch from the outgoing Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa to the new contingent.
Four B-52H Stratofortresses from the 5th Bomb Wing, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, conducted a long-range, long duration strategic Bomber Task Force mission throughout Europe and the Arctic region, June 3, 2020.
Navy landing ships unload reinforcements, heavy weapons and additional supplies on Omaha Beach in Normandy, France, June 9, 1944. (Photo by National Archives)
Troops and crewmen aboard a Coast Guard Landing Craft
11:32 AM6/3/2020
Troops and crewmen aboard a Coast Guard Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel (LCVP) approach Normandy beach on D-Day, June 6, 1944. (Photo by Coast Guard/National Archives)
Senior U.S. officers watch operations from the bridge of USS Augusta (CA 31) off Normandy, June 8, 1944.
11:32 AM6/3/2020
Senior U.S. officers watch operations from the bridge of USS Augusta (CA 31) off Normandy, June 8, 1944. They are from left to right: Commander Western Naval Task Force Rear Adm. Alan G. Kirk; Commanding General, U.S. First Army Lt. Gen. Omar N. Bradley; Chief of Staff Rear Adm. Arthur D. Struble; and Army Maj. Gen. Ralph Royce. (Photo by U.S. Navy/National Archives)
Army Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower, supreme commander of the Allied Expeditionary Forces in Europe, talks to members of the 101st Airborne Division as they prepare for the massive paratrooper operation that began just after midnight, June 6, 1944, in Normandy. (Photo by U.S. Navy/National Archives)
B-1s train to LRASM capabilities in Europe during Bomber Task Force mission
9:14 AM6/1/2020
Two B-1B Lancers from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, conducted a long-range strategic Bomber Task Force mission to the Black Sea region, 29 May, 2020.
During the mission, the two B-1s conducted training on the Long Range Anti-ship Missile (LRASM). Designed to target adversary ships, the LRASM gives the B-1 the ability to have advanced stand-off and counter-ship capabilities.
The 49th Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) exercise, the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, takes place in the Baltic Sea from June 7-16. Air and maritime assets from NATO allies and partner nations are involved in the live training events.
The 49th Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) exercise, the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, takes place in the Baltic Sea from June 7-16. Air and maritime assets from NATO allies and partner nations are involved in the live training events.
B-1s train to LRASM capabilities in Europe during Bomber Task Force mission
9:05 AM6/1/2020
Two B-1B Lancers from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, conducted a long-range strategic Bomber Task Force mission to the Black Sea region, 29 May, 2020.
During the mission, the two B-1s conducted training on the Long Range Anti-ship Missile (LRASM). Designed to target adversary ships, the LRASM gives the B-1 the ability to have advanced stand-off and counter-ship capabilities.
The 49th Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) exercise, the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region, takes place in the Baltic Sea from June 7-16. Air and maritime assets from NATO allies and partner nations are involved in the live training events.
Fifteen medical and chemical biological radiological nuclear (CBRN) specialists from the Romanian Ministry of Defense arrived in Montgomery, Alabama, May 25, 2020.
US B-1s integrate with Ukrainian & Turkish aircraft for 1st time
11:40 AM5/29/2020
US B-1s integrate with Ukrainian & Turkish aircraft for 1st time as part of a long-range, long duration strategic #BomberTaskForce mission throughout Europe & the Black Sea region today. Learn more from U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa here: https://www.usafe.af.mil/News/Press-Releases/Article/2201199/b-1s-integrate-with-ukrainian-and-turkish-aircraft-for-first-time/