Members of Camp Lemonnier and Combined Joint Task Force-Horn recently participated in the 2015 Grand Bara 15K race in Djibouti Dec. 17, 2015. More than 1,500 runners from different countries participated in the desert race.
U.S. Navy Lt. Steven Hunt, U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Bevin Keen, and Navy Senior Chief Cheryl Norris contemplate a stained glass art installation at the Genocide Memorial Museum in Kigali, Rwanda, Dec. 16, 2015. While on a mission to Rwanda, representatives from Combined Joint Task Force–Horn of Africa visited the museum to learn more about the 1994 genocide and to pay respects at the museum’s mass grave site where 250,000 victims were relocated after the atrocities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Senior Airman Nina Orlando, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa broadcast journalist, right, discusses composition with Sgt. Fatouma Gouled of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) Dec. 3, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The CJTF-HOA Public Affairs Office hosted members of the FAD to share best practices in photography and broadcast journalism. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Senior Airman Nina Orlando, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa broadcast journalist, center, interviews Tech. Sgt. Daniel DeCook, photojournalism NCOIC, during a scenario Dec. 3, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa public affairs personnel shared U.S. techniques for shooting video, operating the camera and conducting a live interview to help improve the FAD’s public affairs capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Senior Airman Nina Orlando, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa broadcast journalist, left, discusses video composition with members of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) Dec. 3, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Similar to U.S. military journalists, the Djiboutian photographers and videographers gather still and video imagery for mission documentation, media distribution and operational purposes. The engagement with the FAD enabled participants to share their knowledge and experiences with each other and build relationships between the two militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Members of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) discuss photographic composition Dec. 2, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Members of Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Affairs Office spent a week sharing photography and videography best practices with the FAD members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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2nd Class Rahma Mahmoud, left, and Cpl. Arafat Abdo, both members of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD), take photos to demonstrate a photography technique Dec. 2, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa public affairs personnel shared techniques for taking still images, operating a DSLR camera and composing an image to help improve the FAD’s public affairs capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Members of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) discuss their camera settings and capabilities with Tech. Sgt. Daniel DeCook, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa photojournalism NCOIC, Dec. 2, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Affairs Office worked with eight FAD members to improve their understanding of photo and video techniques and equipment to help improve the FAD’s ability to document and share the FAD’s mission with the public. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
12/9/2015
Sgt. Fatouma Gouled of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) takes a photo demonstrating photography techniques Dec. 2, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The weeklong FAD public affairs engagement provided participants with information and experience needed to improve their photography and videography abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Members of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) look through settings on their cameras Dec. 2, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. The Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Affairs Office worked with eight FAD members to improve their understanding of photo and video techniques and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
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Tech. Sgt. Daniel DeCook, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa photojournalism NCOIC, explains U.S. imagery storage techniques to members of the Djibouti Armed Forces (FAD) Dec. 2, 2015, at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. Similar to U.S. military journalists, the Djiboutian photographers and videographers gather still and video imagery for mission documentation, media distribution and operational purposes. The engagement with the FAD enabled participants to share their knowledge and experiences with each other and build relationships between the two militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Thompson)
CJTF-HOA, Djibouti Armed Forces share photo, video experiences
12/9/2015
The Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa Public Affairs Office worked with eight FAD members to improve their understanding of photo and video techniques and equipment to help improve the FAD’s ability to document and share the FAD’s mission with the public.
Members of the 2015 USO Entertainment Troupe pose for a photo during their trip to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Dec. 6, 2015. Actress Elizabeth Banks co-hosted the tour with actor David Wain, introducing numerous acts including comedian Sydney Castillo, singers Chris Daughtry, Brett James, Bill Montana, and Kyle Jacobs, and Boston Red Sox pitchers Heath Hembree and Steven Wright. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)
Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, introduces the hosts of the 2015 USO Entertainment Troupe during their visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Dec. 6, 2015. Dunford joined the tour as the senior leader on its multi-day, three-continent trip to show service members their appreciation during the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)
Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, shares a meal with service members at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Dec. 6, 2015. The chairman took time, while touring as senior leader for the 2015 USO entertainment troupe tour, to thank service members for their dedication and sacrifice during the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)
Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks to soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 124th Infantry Regiment (Seminole Battalion) during his visit to Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Dec. 6, 2015. The Chairman took time to thank the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines for their contributions to enabling East African partners to fight violent extremist organizations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)
Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, speaks to sailors from the Coastal Riverine Squadron 10 during his visit as part of the 2015 USO entertainment troupe tour at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, Dec. 6, 2015. The Riverines’ primary mission is to conduct maritime security operations across all phases of military operations by defending high value assets, critical maritime infrastructure, ports and harbors - both inland and on coastal waterways. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff visits Camp Lemonnier
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Marine Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, spoke to troops while on the second stop of his multi-day, three-continent trip with the 2015 USO Entertainment Troupe.
A Japan Self-Defense Force member showcases traditional calligraphy during the Joint Forces Senior Enlisted Professional Development Course at the Japanese base in Djibouti, Nov. 24, 2015. During the evening Japan Self-Defense Force members shared their culture, traditions and food with their counterparts from the U.S. and Djibouti. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victoria Sneed)