Operation Iraqi Freedom Collection (page 7)

A pair of special forces CV-22 Osprey aircraft preparing for takeoff, Iraq
A pair of special forces CV-22 Ospreys preparing to take off on a mission over Northern Iraq

An AH-64D Apache helicopter parked at Camp Speicher, Iraq
An AH-64D Apache Longbow parked at COB Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq

An AH-64D Apache helicopter in flight over Northern Iraq
An AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter in flight over Northern Iraq

A tomahawk missile launch aboard USS Milius
March 22, 2003 - A Tomahawk land attack missile launches from USS Milius in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

An AH-64 Apache helicopter taxiing on the flight line at Camp Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq

An AH-64D Apache Longbow at night, Tikrit, Iraq

An Iraqi helicopter sits on the flight deck abandoned at Camp Warhorse
Baqubah, Iraq - An Iraqi Mi-2 helicopter sits on the flight deck abandoned at Camp Warhorse

An AH-64 Apache prepares to leave its pad for a mission
Tikrit, Iraq - AH-64 Apache prepares to leave its pad for a mission

US Army armored truck
Baqubah, Iraq - US Army armored truck

A U. S. Air Force F-16CJ Fighting Falcon approaching a KC-135 Stratotanker for refueling
July 28, 2009 - A U.S. Air Force F-16CJ Fighting Falcon approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker for refueling over Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

Private Security Contractorr on a mission in Baghdad, Iraq
Private Security Contractor on a mission in Baghdad, Iraq

A UH-60 Blackhawk Medivac helicopter refuels at Camp Warhorse after a mission
Baqubah, Iraq - A UH-60 Blackhawk Medivac helicopter refuels at Camp Warhorse after a mission

Soldier patrols along a riverbed on a search and rescue mission
Al Anbar, Iraq, April 9, 2006 - Soldier patrols along a riverbed on a search and rescue mission for a missing Sailor and Marine near Camp Al Asad, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

An F-14D Tomcat in launch position on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt
North Arabian Gulf, October 17, 2005 - An F-14D Tomcat of VF-31 Tomcatters (Carrier Air Wing 8) in launch position on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt in support of Operation Enduring Freedom

COB Speicher Control Tower
COB Speicher control tower

A C-17 Globemaster III sits on the runway at COB Speicher, Iraq

An AH-64D Apache Longbow Block III attack helicopter hovers above the runway
Tikrit, Iraq - An AH-64D Apache Longbow Block III hovers above the runway

Information Systems Technician manning an M240 machine gun at Lake Quadsiyah near Haditha
Haditha, Iraq, July 5, 2008 - Information Systems Technician mans an M240 machine gun while conducting a security patrol in Lake Quadsiyah near Haditha, Iraq

An OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter taking off from Forward Operating Base MacKenzie
October 28, 2004 - An OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter takes off from Forward Operating Base MacKenzie in Iraq after being armed and refueled

A Rocket Propelled Grenade damaged this portion of the wall on the side of the City Hall in Rawah, Al Anbar Province, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

UH-60 Black Hawks taxis out for a mission over northern Iraq
UH-60 Black Hawks taxi out for a mission over northern Iraq

M1 Abrams tank at Camp Warhorse
Baqubah, Iraq - M1 Abrams tank at Camp Warhorse

Damaged MK48 Front Power Unit for the Logistics Vehicle System
A US Marine Corps MK48 Front Power Unit for the Logistics Vehicle System (LVS) damaged during Operation Iraqi Freedom ready for loading onto a Maritime Prepositioning Ship (MPS)

A controlled detonation is set off to destroy unexploded ordnance outside Bassami, Iraq
July 13, 2010 - A controlled detonation set off by U.S. Soldiers with the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Team, and Iraqi soldiers with Iraqi Bomb Disposal Company

Iraqi T-72 tanks from Iraqi Army Brigade
October 14, 2008 - Iraqi T-72 tanks from Iraqi Army Brigade sit on line at the end of a cordon and search training exercise at Camp Taji, Iraq

U. S. Army soldier zeros his weapon at a range
November 14, 2005 - U.S. Army soldier zeros his weapon at a range in Mosul, Iraq, in Support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

Destroyed Iraqi tanks near Camp Slayer, Baghdad, Iraq

Humvees conduct security during a patrol in the village of Abo Atei
April 9, 2009 - Humvees conduct security during a patrol in the village of Abo Atei, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

A M998 humvee parked outside an abandoned school
November 9, 2004 - A U.S. Marine Corps M998 High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle sits parked outside an abandoned school being used as a makeshift Basic Aid Station for 3rd Battalion

A C-4 explosive placed on a 100 millimeter armor piercing round
April 7, 2004 - A C-4 explosive placed on a 100 millimeter armor piercing round in the town of Katan Alkaber, Iraq

Local Iraqi children wave to a Polish Army Soldier manning a 7. 62 mm PK machine gun
Local Iraqi children wave to a Polish Army Soldier manning a 7.62 mm PK machine gun, as a Polish Army convoy approaches the Al Kebab School, located in Karbala, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

A U. S. Soldier lays C-4 explosive sticks on top of unexploded ordnance ready for disposal
July 13, 2010 - A U.S. Soldier lays C-4 explosive sticks on top of unexploded ordnance ready for disposal outside Bassami, Iraq. The Iraqi Bomb Disposal Company with support and guidance from U.S

An AH-64D Apache helicopter at COB Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq
AH-64D Apache Longbow at COB Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

UH-60 Black Hawk flight crew members standby with fire extinguishers on startup, Tikrit, Iraq

An MI-24 Russian helicopter
January 21, 2008 - An MI-24 Russian helicopter is parked for loading leaflets on Camp Echo, Iraq, prior to a mission over Diwaniyah, Iraq

An F / A-18C Hornet receives fuel from a U. S. Air Force KC-10 Extender
Iraq, November 26, 2004 - An F/A-18C Hornet receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-10 Extender. Both aircraft are conducting missions over Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

U. S. Marines bowing their heads in silence in honor of fallen comrades
December 14, 2006 - U.S. Marines bow their heads in silence in honor of fallen comrades during an evening vigil at Camp Al Taqaddum, Iraq

M1 Abrams tanks at Camp Warhorse
Baqubah, Iraq - M1 Abrams tanks at Camp Warhorse

AH-64 Apache in flight over the Baghdad Hotel in central Baghdad, Iraq
An AH-64 Apache in flight over the Baghdad Hotel in central Baghdad, Iraq

A U. S. Air Force Pararescuemen fast ropes from an HH-60 Pavehawk helicopter
April 10, 2009 - A U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen fast ropes from an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter during a proficiency exercise outside of Baghdad, Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

An AH-64D Apache helicopter at night
An AH-64D Apache Longbow parked at a military base in Tikrit, Iraq

An OH-58D Kiowa helicopter prepares for liftoff from COB Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

A UH-60 Blackhawk Medivac helicopter flies over Camp Warhorse
Baqubah, Iraq - A UH-60 Blackhawk Medivac helicopter flies over Camp Warhorse

M109 Paladin, a self-propelled 155mm howitzer
Baqubah, Iraq - M109 Paladin, a self-propelled 155mm howitzer

An F-14D Tomcat on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt
North Arabian Gulf, October 17, 2005 - An F-14D Tomcat of VF-31 Tomcatters (Carrier Air Wing 8) during operations in support of Operation Enduring Freedom on USS Theodore Roosevelt

An OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopter

A soldier mans a M2. 50 caliber machine gun atop a humvee
August 9th, 2004 -U.S. Army Soldiers use a High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) equipped with a roof mounted M2.50 caliber machine gun to maintain security as Soldiers conduct a

An AH-64D Apache Longbow receives fuel at a military base in Iraq
An AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter refueling at a Forward Area Refueling Point in Tikrit, Iraq

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"Operation Iraqi Freedom: Unleashing Power and Determination" In the early 2000s, a new era of warfare emerged with cutting-edge technology leading the way. The General Atomics MQ-1L Predator A, an advanced UAV, soared through the skies, providing crucial intelligence to coalition forces during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Developed by General Atomics in 2000, this unmanned marvel revolutionized reconnaissance. Joining the ranks was the RQ-7A Shadow 200 from aI Corporation in 2003. This agile drone swiftly navigated hostile territories, gathering vital information for ground troops and enhancing their situational awareness. The roar of engines filled the air as an F-14D Tomcat catapulted off USS Theodore Roosevelt's flight deck. These mighty aircraft played a pivotal role in airstrikes against enemy targets throughout Iraq. Amidst it all stood the AH-64 Apache helicopter - an iconic symbol of American firepower and protection. Its lethal capabilities ensured that no threat went unchallenged on both land and air. Meanwhile, UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters transported troops swiftly across treacherous terrains while their dedicated crew chiefs maintained vigilance over every mission detail. As brave soldiers fought valiantly on foreign soil, tributes were paid to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. An M16-A2 service rifle alongside boots and helmets stood as solemn reminders of fallen heroes who selflessly defended freedom's cause. From above, an aerial view revealed unknown forward operating bases nestled amidst Northern Iraq's rugged landscapes - strategic strongholds where warriors tirelessly battled for peace and stability. Security remained paramount as soldiers diligently protected HH-60 Pavehawk helicopters during critical operations while OH-58D Kiowa helicopters awaited their next mission at COB Speicher's tarmac in Iraq - ready to unleash swift justice upon any adversary that dared challenge them.