Operation Iraqi Freedom Collection

A shooter signals the launch of an F / A-18 Super Hornet
Persian Gulf, February 7, 2008 - A shooter on the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman, gives the signal for an F/A-18E Super Hornet to launch off ship

RQ-7A Shadow 200, 2003. Creator: aI Corporation
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. The RQ-7A provides ground commanders the ability to " see first, understand first

An F-14D Tomcat launches off 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) launches off the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt in support of Operation Enduring Freedom

An AH-64 Apache helicopter returns from a mission over Northern Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom

Intelligence: Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster
Intelligence - Inspirational Quote and Motivational Poster. It reads: If you do not know others and do now know yourself, you will be in danger in every single battle. ~ Sun Tzu

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter crew chief

An M16-A2 service rifle, a pair of boots and a helmet stand in tribute to a fallen
Qalat Sikar Air Base, Iraq, April 27, 2003 - An M16-A2 service rifle, a pair of boots and a helmet stand in tribute to a fallen Marine Corps Sergeant

Aerial view of unknown forward operating base in Northern Iraq

A soldier conducts security for an HH-60 Pavehawk helicopter
April 10, 2009 - U.S. Air Force Combat Rescue Officer conducts security for an HH-60 Pavehawk helicopter during proficiency training in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

An OH-58D Kiowa helicopter on the tarmac at COB Speicher, Iraq
An OH-58D Kiowa helicopter sits on the tarmac at COB Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

AH-64D Apache Longbow Hydra 70 rockets in its pod
AH-64D Apache Longbow 2.75-inch Hydra 70 rockets in its pod, Tikrit, Iraq

An F-14D Tomcat comes in for an arrested landing on the flight deck of USS Theodore
North Arabian Gulf, October 17, 2005 - An F-14D Tomcat of VF-213 Black Lions (Carrier Air Wing 8) comes in for an arrested landing on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt in support of Operation

U. S. Army Specialist uses binoculars to scan the perimeter
U.S. Army Specialist, armed with a 5.56mm M249 Suad Automatic Weapon, uses binoculars to scan the perimeter as he mans his perimeter defense to the companys assembly area at Balad, Iraq

A KC-135 Stratotanker refueling an F-16CJ Fighting Falcon over Iraq
July 28, 2009 - A KC-135 Stratotanker refuels an F-16CJ Fighting Falcon over Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter sitting on the flight line at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq
September 6, 2007 - A CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter sits on the flight line at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq

A U. S. Navy HH-60H Seahawk Helicopter dispenses flares and chaff
A U.S. Navy HH-60H Seahawk Helicopter dispenses flares and chaff as it tests the onboard AN/aR-47 Missile Warning System, which is designed to protect the helicopter from radar guided

A U. S. Army Humvee with soldiers in the back at sunset
Camp Speicher, Iraq - A U.S. Army Humvee with soldiers in the back at sunset

HDR image of a pilot sitting in the cockpit of a UH-60 Black Hawk
High dynamic range image of a pilot sitting in the cockpit of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, Tikrit, Iraq

U. S. Army soldiers firing an M120 120mm mortar system in Mahmadiyah, Iraq
March 26, 2009 - U.S. Army soldiers fire an M120 120mm mortar system during training for Iraqi soldiers in Mahmadiyah, Iraq

An AH-64 Apache helicopter returns from a mission over Iraq
An AH-64 Apache helicopter returns from a mission over Northern Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom

Soldiers place TNT charges in the cockpit of a Polish Mi-24 helicopter
September 18, 2008 - Kazakhstani Explosive Ordnance Disposal soldiers place TNT charges in the cockpit of a Polish Mi-24 Hind assault helicopter on Forward Operating Base Delta, Iraq

A UH-60 Black Hawk parked at a military base in Tikrit, Iraq
A UH-60 Black Hawk parked on the maintenance pad at a military base in Tikrit, Iraq

An AH-64D Apache Longbow at a U.S. operating base near Tikrit, Iraq

A plastic body fragmentation hand grenade is among the cache of explosives captured by U.S. Marine Corps Marines conducting patrols on the streets of Umm Qasr, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

Crew Chiefs stand beside their UH-60L Black Hawk helicopter

An OH-58D Kiowa Warrior hovers over the flight line at Camp Speicher, Iraq

MV-22B Ospreys fly over U. S. Navy Hospital Corpsman as he acts as an injured pilot
Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, October 23, 2007- MV-22B Ospreys fly over a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman as he acts as an injured pilot waiting to be rescued during a Tactical Recovery of Aircraft

High dynamic range image of a pilot in front of a OH-58D Kiowa helicopter at Camp Speicher, Tikrit, Iraq

U. S. Military soldiers take a well earned break in the foreground of the Baghdad Hotel
Baghdad, Iraq - U.S. Military soldiers take a well earned break in the foreground of the Baghdad Hotel right beside the Tigris River

A flight crew member stands by with a fire extinguisher
A UH-60 Black Hawk flight crew member stands by with a fire extinguisher, Tikrit, Iraq

Two UH-60 Black Hawks underway on a mission over northern Iraq

A B-1 Bomber
March 25, 2003 - A B-1 Bomber proceeds on his mission after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker in the skies near Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

Wide angle view of a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, Tikrit, Iraq

Pre-Action Calibration fire from the forward 5 Mk 54 gun aboard USS Donald Cook
Central Command Area of Responsibility, April 23, 2003 - Crewmembers aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG-75)

Flight Engineer secures equipment inside the cargo compartment of his C-23B Sherpa
U.S. Army Flight Engineer secures equipment inside the cargo compartment of his C-23B Sherpa aircraft prior to departing for a mission from Balad Air Base, Iraq, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

An F-15 Strike Eagle prepares to refuel
July 4, 2005 - An F-15 Strike Eagle prepares to refuel over Iraq during a mission supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom

Military policemen train with the Berretta M9 9mm pistol aboard USS San Antonio
Gulf of Aden, January 12, 2009 - Military policemen train with the Berretta M9 9mm pistol aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS San Antonio (LPD-17)

A pair AH-64D Apache Longbow Block III attack helicopters prepare for takeoff
Tikrit, Iraq - A pair of AH-64D Apache Longbow Block III attack helicopters prepare for takeoff

Baghdad, Iraq - Hands of Victory, These 24 ton blades are supposedly made from recast from the guns of dead Iranian Soldiers and moulded from an image of Saddam Hussiens forearms

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter parked on the flight line under a full moon
A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter lit up by multiple flash units under a full moon

An F-15E Strike Eagle pops flares during a combat sortie
Balad Air Base, Iraq, May 6, 2004 - An F-15E Strike Eagle pops flares during a combat sortie in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

An RQ-5 Hunter unmanned aerial vehicle

U. S. Army Specialist climbs down to the bottom of a canal
March 22, 2007 - U.S. Army Specialist climbs down to the bottom of a canal near Tal Jawal village, Iraq, during a foot patrol

U. S. Air Force Airman conducts security at an airbase in Iraq
April 8, 2009 - U.S. Air Force Airman conducts security at an airbase in Iraq during airlift operations in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

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

PKM 7. 62 Machine Gun nest on top of the Baghdad Hotel
PKM 7.62 Machine Gun nest on top of the Baghdad Hotel during Operation Iraqi Freedom

A U. S. Army soldier checking out the Al Hadr Ruins in Al Hadr, Iraq
August 5, 2008 - A U.S. Army soldier checks out the Al Hadr Ruins in Al Hadr, Iraq

U. S. Marine checks a pothole for mines
U.S. Marine checks a pothole for mines on Main Supply Route Tin, during a convoy from Camp Al Asad to Al Qaim, during Operation Iraqi Freedom

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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.