Units in Hawaii
[1] Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division Public Affairs - Schofield Barracks
[2] 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division Public Affairs - Schofield Barracks
[3] 25th Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs - Wheeler Army Airfiel
[4] 305th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment - Honolulu
[5] 2nd Stryker Brigade 25th Infantry Division - Schofield Barracks
[6] 8th Theater Sustainment Command - Schofield Barracks
[7] Commander, Pacific Fleet - Pearl Harbor Naval B
[8] Marine Corps Forces Pacific - Camp H. M. Smith
[9] U.S. Army, Pacific, Public Affairs Office - Fort Shafter, Honolu
[10] 29th Infantry Brigade Combat Team - Kapolei
[11] Pacific Air Forces Public Affairs - Hickam AFB
[12] Media Activity Hawaii News Bureau - Hickam AFB
[13] Khaan Quest Public Affairs 2009 - Kaneohe Bay
[14] 117th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment (Hawaii) - Pearl City
[15] 13th Air Force Public Affairs - Hickham AFB
[16] 65th Engineer Battalion - Schofield Barracks
[17] Defense Media Activity – Hawaii News Bureau - Hickam AFB
[18] State of Hawaii, Department of Defense, Public Affairs Office - Honolulu
[19] Pacific Command -

Recent Image Galleries

[17] Cope Tiger 2010 - (03-03-2010)
Wing Commander Chaina Rong Pudehakarn speaks to his men of the Royal Thai Air Force Parachute tea... (0 images)
[3] Remembering Our Fallen Pilots - (02-28-2010)
Capt. Marcus Alford, pilot, OH-58D Kiowa Warrior, 1st Squadron, 230th Air Cavalry Squadron, Task ... (0 images)
[3] Task Force Marne Elite Compete i... - (03-01-2010)
1st Lt. Valerie Aquino, executive officer, Headquarters and Support Company, 209th Aviation Suppo... (0 images)
[3] 'Longhorns' Provide Critical Sup... - (03-11-2010)
Maintenance Soldiers from Troop E, 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, Task Force Lightning Horse... (0 images)
[3] Lightning Horse Aircraft Highlig... - (02-21-2010)
Army Maj. Gen. Tony Cucolo (center), commander, United States Division-North, renders a salute wi... (0 images)
[9] Air Force Recognizes Cobra Gold ... - (02-08-2010)
Air Force Col. Dave Newman, deputy commander of the Combined Forces Air Component Commander, pres... (0 images)
[3] Task Force Wings' Runs Operation... - (02-06-2010)
Sgt. 1st Class Silkia Ramos, 724th Transportation Company, 264th Combat Support Sustainment Batta... (0 images)
[9] Coalition Forces Connect With De... - (02-08-2010)
U.S. Army Col. Alan Neyland, deputy of operations with U.S. Army, Japan, I Corps (Forward) speaks... (0 images)
[17] C-130 Crew Makes Impression at S... - (02-06-2010)
A C-130 J from little Rock AFB, Ark. flies over the static displays of airframes at the 2010 Sing... (0 images)
[5] U.S. Marine Corps Aerial Refuele... - (02-06-2010)
Two AV-8B Harrier II fly off after an aerial refuel from a KC-130J tanker aircraft Feb. 4, in sup... (0 images)
[9] Exercise Cobra Gold 10 Medical C... - (02-04-2010)
U.S. Army Capt. Amanda Antle, a pediatric resident assigned to Tripler Army Medical Center, admin... (0 images)
[9] Cobra Gold 2010 - (02-04-2010)
Amphibious Assault Vehicles sit on the beach during a mock amphibious assault conducted by the Ma... (0 images)
[9] Medical Personnel Host MEDCAPs T... - (02-04-2010)
Singaporan army Maj. David Law writes a prescription for glasses. Medical personnel from the mili... (0 images)
[17] C-17 Globemaster Flyover at 2010... - (02-07-2010)
An Elmendorf AFB, Alaska based C-17 Globemaster III conducts a flyover above the 2010 Singapore A... (0 images)
[8] Marine Wing Service Support Grou... - (02-06-2010)
The U.S. and Royal Thai Marines live jointly at Camp Freebird. They conduct bilateral training in... (0 images)

News Stories

[3] ‘Longhorns’ provide critical support services
Combat units are the key elements to fighting and winning wars; however, they must function in concurrence with their respective service support elements.
(03/11/10)

[3] Task Force Diamond Head's Road Runners keep aviation 'wheels up'
Fuel, oxygen and heat can be a dangerous combination even in laboratory conditions.
(03/10/10)

[17] 2010 Cope Tigers Steps Off!
Military jumpers from the U.S. and Royal Thai Air forces jumped out of a C-17 Globemaster III as part of the 2010 Cope Tiger Exercise, March 3.
(03/3/10)

[3] Task Force Marne elite compete in biathlon
There are those that choose to accept what is the basic norm, and those that decide to challenge themselves, pushing their bodies to the limit.
(02/27/10)

[3] Remembering our fallen pilots
Two U.S. Army OH-58D pilots who were killed as a result of a helicopter accident in Ninewa province, Feb. 21, were remembered by their comrades during a memorial service in Tal Afar, Iraq, Feb. 25.
(02/25/10)

[3] 2-19th Iraqi army division, Task Force Wings conduct a large-scale partnered air assault
By 7:50 a.m. helicopters inserted the last of more than 300 Iraqi security forces and U.S. Soldiers into the morning's objective – four towns along a seam of territory spanning Iraq's northern provinces of Diyala and Salah ad-Din.
(02/17/10)

[3] Lightning Horse aircraft highlight partnership, show of force
One of the most critical milestones in Iraq's future will be safe and secure elections for the people of Iraq, which are slated for March 7.
(02/15/10)

[3] Hillclimbers handle Task Force Wing's 'heavy lifting' in northern Iraq
A CH-47D Chinook helicopter can transport 30 passengers and internally load up to 15,000 pounds of cargo. It doesn't require a landing strip, and there is virtually no operating location it can't service.
(02/12/10)

[9] Coalition Forces connect with Defense Connect Online
Cobra Gold, a multilateral training exercise hosted by the Kingdom of Thailand and U.S. Army, Pacific, allows coalition servicemembers the opportunity to train together and become familiar with the way various nations operate.
(02/8/10)

[8] Marines offer quick, easy tax services
There are only two certainties in life ... death and taxes.
(02/8/10)

[9] Air Force recognizes Cobra Gold help desk team for outstanding support
U.S. Air Force Col. Dave Newman, deputy commander of the Combined Forces Air Component Commander, visited the Cobra Gold Support Group Information Systems help desk, Feb. 7 to recognize several Soldiers for their technical support of the CFACC during the beginning of Cobra Gold 2010, the joint and combined multi-national exercise here.
(02/7/10)

[8] Marine Wing Service Support Group 172 participates on multiple levels at Cobra Gold 2010
Marine Wing Service Support Group 172 kicked off Exercise Cobra Gold 2010 with various training exercises including bilateral training in Military Operations in Urban Terrain, at a training area in Ban Chan Krem, Thailand, Feb. 3.
(02/6/10)

[9] U.S. Marine Corps Aerial Refueler Squadron supports Cobra Gold 2010
Marines Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron-152 deftly maneuver their giant KC-130J tanker aircraft around the airstrip, in preparation for takeoff. Their mission: to conduct an in-air refuel for two AV-8B Harrier II jets in flight in support of Cobra Gold 2010, Feb.4.
(02/6/10)

[3] Task Force Wings' runs Operation Iraqi Freedom Great Aloha Run, inspires Aloha spirit in Iraq
The Aloha spirit was on display as the Soldiers of Task Force Wings, joined by other members of TF Marne, participated in the Operation Iraqi Freedom Great Aloha Run, in two locations in United States Division-North, Feb. 1.
(02/6/10)

[9] ROK, Thai, US forces storm the beach at CG10
More than 500 Marine and Naval forces from the Kingdom of Thailand, the Republic of South Korean and the US stormed the beach at Hat Yao for a mock amphibious assault at part of Exercise Cobra Gold 2010, Feb. 4.
(02/5/10)

Recent Publications

[16] 06.11.2009

4th Iraqi Army Engineer Regiment Conducts Mabey Johnson Bridge Training with 50th Multi-Role Bridge Company at Contingency Operating Location Spider near Tikrit; SPC Julio Garcia Loses a Battalion's Record Amount of Body Weight; Highlights of the NCOs of the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, a Year of the NCO Arti...

[16] 06.26.2009

65th Engineer Battalion and 4th Iraqi Army Engineer Regiment Command and Staff Conduct a Staff Training Exercise; Ultimate Frisbee is the 65th Engineer Battalion's Sport; CPT Arben Vuthi and the Local National Albanian Workers of COB Speicher Make a Connect...

[16] 07.14.2009

CPT Miguel Lima Arranges the First Independent Film Festival for Deployed Soldiers; 1LT Michael Chadwick Received a Chipotle Burrito in I...

[16] 07.30.2009

Bayji Oil Pipeline Ditch and Berm Construct...

[16] 08.18.2009

Two Stories on the Iraqi Army Non-Commissioned Officer; A Post June 30th Media Engagment with Salah ad Din TV; The Monastery of Saint Eli...

[16] 09.02.2009

Top Iraqi Army Engineer Visits 4th Iraqi Army Engineer Regiment Headquarters; 4th Iraqi Army Engineer Regiment hosts 65th Engineer Battalion Command and Staff for Ramadan Iftar Dinner; SPC Daniel Vickers wins the Joint Best Warrior Competition; Maintenance Day for a Route Clearance Plat...

[16] 09.18.2009

12th Iraqi Army Engineer Regiment Conducts and Completes Unit Set Fielding; 65th Engineer Battalion Hosts a Ramadan Iftar Dinner at COB Speicher; Highlight: SFC Reed, Platoon Sergeant from 511th SAPPER Engineer Company; How South West Asia Huts (SWAHuts) are Built; Building Housing for the United States Forces Drawdown; Religious Revival on COB Speic...

[16] 02.10.2009

Task Force Trailblazer and Task Force Sapper Eagle Assist Local School in Tikrit; Transition of Authority between 326th Engineer Battalion and 65th Engineer Battalion; C/84th conducts Crater Rep...

[16] 01.31.2009

65th Moves into Town of Vengeance; 95th Moves into the Historical Distr...

[16] 01.19.2009

65th Engineer Battalion trains at Camp Buehr...

[16] 11.30.1999

[16] 01.12.2009

65th Engineer Battalion Deploys from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii to Camp Buehring, Kuw...

[1] 05.01.2009

Broncos host chef competition; Soldiers honor Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month; Operation Glad Tidings of Benevolence II gears up in Diyala; Hula show brings a hint of home to Task Force Lightning; Engineers help 4th IA build a better I...

[1] 03.01.2009

LZ named after fallen commander; Iraqi Police learn advanced CSI techniques; Soldiers promote sexual assault awareness with "Take Back the Night" rally; Bunker strikes in South Balad ...

[1] 02.01.2009

Blackjack Brigade Partners with ISF; Send in the Robots!; 10th CAB Medic Helps ...

[1] 01.01.2009

Lightning Strikes Twice; Families in Samarra receive gifts; Arctic Wolves heat up Diyala; 3rd ACR reflects on redeploym...

Recent Video

[3] Chief Warrant Officer Kean, Part 1
Talks with a Veterans Herald about his work in the Army, joining flight school as a Warrant Officer, what he flies, being in the Reserves and Active Duty, his multiple tours, the changes he has seen, Army Aviation standards for the Reserves. Part 1 of 2. (03/4/10)

[3] Chief Warrant Officer Kean, Part 2
Continues to talk with a Veterans Herald about his civilian life as a firefighter, his family and support from back home. Part 2 of 2. (03/4/10)

[3] Chief Warrant Officer Kean, Part 1
Talks to a Press Telegram reporter in Long Beach, Calif., about being in the Army Reserves, his multiple tours of Iraq, working with Iraqi children, changes he has seen and personal challenges. Part 1 of 3. (03/4/10)

[3] Chief Warrant Officer Kean, Part 2
Continues to talk with a Press Telegram reporter in Long Beach, Calif., about his two daughters, working as a firefighter back home, comparing firefighting to being in the Army and personal motivation. Part 2 of 3. (03/4/10)

[3] Chief Warrant Officer Kean, Part 3
Continues to talk with a Press Telegram reporter in Long Beach, Calif., about what he misses about his family, support he receives from family and the Long Beach Fire Department and his life back home. Part 3 of 3. (03/4/10)

[3] Chiew Warrant Officer Kean
Talks to a WTMY-AM reporter about his responsibilities in Iraq, why he joined the military, being on his third deployment, his experiences in Iraq, challenges he has faced in Iraq and the Cell Phones for Soldiers Program (03/4/10)

[9] Sgt. Adamson
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family. (02/6/10)

[9] Staff Sgt. Wildy
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family. (02/6/10)

[9] Lt. Col. Haddock
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family in Virginia, Michigan and Illinois. (02/6/10)

[9] Master Sgt. Diaz
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his friends and family. Marines (02/6/10)

[9] Lt. Col. Anderson
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family. (02/6/10)

[9] Pvt. Barnes
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to her family. (02/6/10)

[9] Spc. Joecks
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family. (02/6/10)

[9] Pfc. Lecesne
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family. (02/6/10)

[9] Sgt. 1st Class Davis
Sends a shout out from Cobra Gold 2010 to his family. (02/6/10)

Recent Audio

[9] Cobra Gold Preparations Begin


[19] Samoa - Governor Thanks Troops
Package of the governor of American Samoa making a statement about how the U.S. military is helping with tsunami recovery efforts and sending a message to Samoan troops serving in Afghanistan and Iraq to update them on the recovery. Produced by Army Sgt. Charlie Maib. Audio only.

[19] Samoa - Helping Her People
Package about an Airman returning to her native village in American Samoa to help her people as a service member and as a native of the village after the recent tsunami. Produced by Army Sgt. Charlie Maib. Audio only.

[19] Samoa – First Response
Package about Soldiers stationed at the Army Reserve Center in American Samoa helping with recovery operations aiding tsunami victims. Produced by Army Sgt. Charlie Maib. Audio only.

[10] Maj. Ellison
Talks to a KWAI reporter in Honolulu, HI, about her job working in public affairs in Hawaii, her 20 year military career as a guardsmen, the most rewarding parts of her job and the role of reservists. Audio only.

[1] Gen. Caslen
Talks to a NPR reporter about pulling out of the cities in Iraq, bringing in different ethnic groups together in conferences, dealing with al-Qaida in Iraq once the combat troops leave, how much the Iraqi forces may be tested, the confidence of the Iraqi government and their forces and thanks everyone for their support. Audio only.

[1] Col. Guthrie
Talks to a WMZQ - FM reporter in Washington, D.C., about improvements he sees in the security forces in Iraq, what he misses from home and sends greetings to his family at home.

[1] Col. Guthrie
Talks to a KGMB reporter in Honolulu, HI, about how other countries like North Korea effect them in Iraq or not, transition from the two U.S. presidents, security improvements, troop morale and says hello to family and thanks the spouses for their support. Audio only.

[2] 2nd Lt. Walton
Talks to a The News Leader reporter about his responsibilities, the Iraqi people, working with the Iraqis, the success of the Iraqi presidential elections in January, his role in the elections, working with local contractors, his family’s military history and when he joined the military.

[1] Brig. Gen. Brown
Talks to a KVHM-AM reporter in Hawaii about his military history, President Obama's speech in Saudi Arabia and the progress of his mission.

[1] Chief Warrant Officer Harden
Talks to a KMPS reporter in Seattle, Wash, about his early childhood, joining the military, speaking with family, how the people of Iraq treat him and his Soldiers and his hardest experiences. Audio only.

[2] Maj. Burnette
Talks to a KSOF- FM reporter in Fresno, Calif., about the upcoming summer weather in Iraq, what being part of the military means to him, Memorial Day, being able to communicate with home and the improving of Iraq and how the media does or doesn't cover. Audio only.

[2] Fresno State University Graduates
Talk to a reporter with the Fresno Bee in Fresno, Calif. about growing up in the Fresno area, their duties while deployed, the success of the surge and the progress of their missions.

[1] Lt. Col. Nelson
Talks to a KUDL reporter in Kansas City, KS, about his deployment to Iraq from Kansas, his typical day, Iraqi's taking control more and more, tribal culture in Iraq, life in Iraq for locals, what he does in his spare time, communicating with home, Iraqi army system of paying for bullets, communicating and speaking with Iraqi leaders and the future of their country. Audio only.

[2] Capt. Togiola
Talks to a KWAI reporter from the Hawaiian Bulletin Board in Honolulu, HI, about his unit, its members, his mission, and how he enjoys different aspects of his job and serving his country amongst other topics.