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Relaxing by the beach

U.S. Air Force Airman Austin T. Clay, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons journeyman, looks out across the ocean at Sabishiro Beach in Misawa, Japan, July 16, 2019. The drive from Misawa Air Base to Sabishiro Beach is approximately 15 minutes, and features a lookout tower and a 1931 Bellanca Skyrocket J-300, affectionately known as “Miss Veedol”. Tap in these coordinates in your favorite maps app to find it for yourself: Hamadori 大字三沢字 Misawa, Aomori 033-0022 (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Ryan Okahara, the Hawaii Air National Guard commander and Indonesia Air Force Air First Marshal Widyargo Ikoputra, the Iswahjudi Air Force Base commander, receives a brief from F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots from both nations prior to the Cope West 19 closing ceremony at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 28. Over the course of the two-week exercise, the two services flew a combined total of 130 sorties, affording both countries the opportunity to exchange knowledge and tactical consideration in modern air combat warfare during close air support training and air-to-air fighter training. Simultaneously, eight subject-matter expert exchanges occurred across various career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Be a buddy to heal wounded

Airmen with the 35th Medical Group teach self-aid buddy care to 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Airmen during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. Nearly 75 LRS Airmen learned the tools and techniques needed to save lives in case of a real-real-world scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Hide between the walls

U.S. Air Force Airman Christopher Fuller, a 35th Security Forces Squadron entry controller, hides behind a shipping container during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. Fuller taught the 35th Logistic Readiness Squadron how to move, shoot and communicate and how to apply their newly-learned skills to realistic training scenarios, such as clearing buildings and shooting techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Prone to shooting reflections

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dylan White, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, lies in the “prone” position during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. White taught 35th Logistic Readiness Squadron how to move, shoot and communicate and helped them apply their newly-learned skills to realistic training scenarios, such as clearing buildings and shooting techniques during ACE. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Marching in the middle of the rain

Airmen with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron ruck in the rain during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. The members performed a loose formation ruck to “Camp Defender,” where they learned how to move, shoot and communicate during realistic training scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Formed up to reform skills

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shawntia Green, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron logistics planner, holds her unit’s squadron flag in formation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. Green, along with roughly 75 members throughout LRS joined forces to participate in an agile combat employment exercise. They linked up with the 35th Medical Group and the 35th Security Forces Squadron who created realistic scenarios for personnel, enhancing their self-aid buddy care skills and introducing proper building clearance procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Forest greenery and gear

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Victoria Johnson, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron property counselor, listens to instructions during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. Airmen from the 35th LRS participated in multiple exercises throughout the day, fortifying their self-aid buddy care skills and learning proper building clearance procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Learning to rock the ruck

Airmen with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron practice formation drills during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. The members practiced shooting techniques at “Camp Defender,” where they learned how to move, shoot and communicate during realistic training scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake “Primo” Impellizzeri, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team commander, performs a high-speed pass during the Cope West 19 open house at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. The Cope West 19 open house was one of many events throughout 2019 celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Indonesia. The Cope West 19 open house provided an opportunity for the local communities around Manado to engage with their nation’s military and a key partnering nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A Hutto)
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U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron from Misawa Air Base, Japan, space out the rollers on a mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) cable at the Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. The small rollers keep the cable up off the runway so the hook can grab it. Six MAAS technicians forward deployed to Indonesia in support of Cope West 19.The MAAS is designed to ensure pilots land and take-off safely in the event of an in-flight emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Stepping carefully

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member participates in a vehicle challenge scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The annual exercise showcases U.S. and Japanese forces sharing tactics and working together to subdue enemy forces attempting to cause harm to people and assets on Misawa AB. This training showcased bonds shared in force protection and security excellence. All levels, including the defenders, self-defense force entry controllers and leadership, bettered each other through these events. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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35th SFS patch

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Layson, a 35th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, shows off his security forces badge during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. This training strengthened the interoperability and communication between U.S. and Japanese forces while refining response tactics for various threats to Misawa AB and Northern Japan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Ready for the target

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member observes a gate runner scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The focus of the exercise was broken into three components: training, exercising and refining. Participants trained on enemy suppression tactics for the installation defense perimeter. Afterward, members put their skills to the test during 27 exercise scenarios. In the end, participants discussed applied skills through an after-action report, helping forces plan for more focused training and advanced scenarios.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Face down now

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gregoriorafael Rodriguez, a 35th Security Forces Squadron trainer, participate in a gate runner scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. An understanding of communication between both forces is vital to the defense of Misawa AB and Northern Japan. Capt. Nicholas Cunningham, the 35th SFS operations officer said, the protection of any asset and people begins with integrated security from individuals who comprehend and act appropriately when an incident occurs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Handcuffing procedures

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Layson, left, a 35th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, gets handcuffed by Staff Sgt. Urelle Fogel, right, a 35th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, during a Guard and Protect training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. Handcuffing was the first portion during the Guard and Protect training, which bolstered security preparation for real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Demonstration for JGSDF personnel

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Wilfred Acevedo, a 35th Security Forces Squadron base defense operations center controller, demonstrates responding to a vehicle challenge scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. Guard and Protect is a bilateral contingency exercise and operation designed to ensure optimal security of military facilities and resources across the country of Japan when activated by higher headquarters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Shouldn’t have ran the gate

U.S. Air Force and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members participate in a gate runner scenario during a Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The gate runner portion consisted of different procedures, including when and how to deploy barriers and routing information. The exercise increases bilateral relations by giving participants hands-on experience to work and improve security skills with their regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Bilateral relations

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Private Ren Sugiyama, left, a 5th Infantry Regiment infantryman, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Layson, right, a 35th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, pause for a photo during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The exercise allows U.S. and Japanese units to work alongside each other and train together for real-world scenarios. Participating units included the 35th SFS, the JGSDF 9th Division’s 5th and 39th Infantry Regiments, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing’s Security Division and Misawa AB’s 35th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Warning stay back

An anti-vehicle defense system warning sign stands in front of the Levitow Gate at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. U.S. Air Force and Japan Ground Self Defense Force security forces members integrated ranks during a bilateral exercise called Guard and Protect. The training combined the Japan ground forces with U.S. base defenders to increase security preparation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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