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Nov. 4, 2021

China Military Power Report Details Advances, Goals in 2020

WASHINGTON -- The Defense Department today released its annual report on military and security developments involving China, commonly referred to as the China Military Power Report.The report provides background on China's national strategy, foreign policy goals, economic plans and military development."The report provides a baseline assessment of

Defensive cyber network and host operators assigned to the 800th Cyber Protection Team, pose in front of a 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer, at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, Oct. 8, 2021. The 800th CPT, Joint Force Headquarters Cyber- Air Force, is supporting the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron during a Bomber Task Force Europe deployment by hunting and hardening systems on the B-1 to ensure components were free of any adversary activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colin Hollowell)

Nov. 4, 2021

Historic deployment of cyber forces with Bomber Task Force Europe

ROYAL AIR FORCE FAIRFORD, United Kingdom — ROYAL AIR FORCE FAIRFORD, United Kingdom – In a historic deployment, a U.S. Cyber Command Cyber Protection Team defended critical data on B-1B Lancers assigned to Dyess Air Force Base’s 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron during the Bomber Task Force Europe mission within U.S. European Command’s theater starting Oct. 6, 2021.

A Peacekeeper Missile replica stands near F.E. Warren Air Force Base, Wyo., Gate 1 April 4, 2012. The missile was the most powerful weapon in the U.S. arsenal until its deactivation in 2005. A Peacekeeper Missile site is scheduled to be turned into a museum in Wyoming, the only state in which the missile system was active. (U.S. Air Force photo by R.J. Oriez)

Nov. 2, 2021

The pride of F.E. Warren

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. — F.E. Warren Air Force Base has a rich history dating back to 1867 where it was originally Fort David Allen Russell. What makes F.E. Warren unique is that it is one of three strategic-missile bases, the other 2 being Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota and Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana. Outside of F.E. Warren AFB is a display of three Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles. The three missiles displayed are the Minuteman I, the Minuteman III and the Peacekeeper. The Minuteman I missiles were first introduced in 1961. It’s newer version, the Minuteman III, is still used to this very day. The peacekeeper missiles were produced and deployed in 1985 and were later retired in 2005.

Nov. 1, 2021

U.S. Strategic Command commences annual nuclear readiness exercise—Global Thunder 22

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — U.S. Strategic Command commenced its annual nuclear command and control and field training exercise, Global Thunder 22, providing training opportunities in all USSTRATCOM mission areas, with a specific focus on nuclear readiness.

Oct. 30, 2021

U.S. and Partner Crews Conduct ‘PRESENCE PATROL’ Multilateral flight marks fifth of 2021

SOUTHWEST ASIA — One U.S. Air Force B-1B “Lancer” aircrew flew a presence patrol mission in the Central Region that included several partner nation air forces today.

USS Alabama (SSBN 731) operates in the Pacific Ocean.

Oct. 25, 2021

USS Alabama completes 100th patrol

Alabama joined a select group, alongside USS Alaska (SSBN 732) and USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730), as the third Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine to reach this milestone.

During his trip to Europe, Adm. Richard met with Phillip Reeker, the U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom on Oct.19,2021. (Courtesy Photo)

Oct. 22, 2021

USSTRATCOM commander visits EUCOM, discusses 21st century deterrence

OFFUTT AIR FORCE BASE, Neb. — Adm. Charles Richard, U.S. Strategic Command commander, toured the U.S. European Command area of responsibility Oct. 18 to 20, to engage and foster military-to-military and governmental relationships with U.S. Allies and partners.

Photo of U.S. Air Force Airman watching flight of B-1 Lancer

Oct. 19, 2021

B-1B Lancers deploy in support of Pacific Air Forces’ Bomber Task Force mission

DIEGO GARCIA NAVAL SUPPORT FACILITY, British Indian Territory — U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers and approximately 200 Airmen deployed from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., to Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia to support Pacific Air Forces’ Bomber Task Force missions, recently.

The aircraft flew over the stadium in conjunction with the singing of to the colors as a way to signal the start of the game.

Oct. 18, 2021

B-52 does flyover at LSU game

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, Louisiana — A B-52 from the 343rd Bomb Squadron assigned to Barksdale AFB and two F-15s from the 122nd Fighter Squadron assigned to Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans perform a flyover at LSU's Tiger Stadium. The aircraft flew over the stadium in conjunction with the singing of to the colors as a way to signal the start of the game. (U.S. Air

Jason Cooper, an AOS with Underwater Warfighting Development Center (UWDC), Detachment Arctic Submarine Laboratory (ASL), works closely with Commander, Submarine Forces (COMSUBFOR) in Norfolk, Virginia.

Oct. 15, 2021

Ice Pilots: Navigators of the Arctic

NORFOLK, Va. — Arctic operations specialists (AOS) are commonly referred to as ice pilots, and they maneuver submarines through dangerous waters of the Arctic.