Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

U.S. Marines with 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, pose for a photo in front of a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and an MC-130J Commando II from the 1st Special Operations Squadron following a training mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. The joint capabilities of the 12th Marines and 1st Special Operations Squadron showcase a swift defensive option for potential mission sets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) crew sets up during a training mission in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. The HIMARS launcher provides all-weather, lethal, close and long-range precision rocket and missile fire support for multitude of combat mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) crew sets up during a training mission in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. The HIMARS launcher provides all-weather, lethal, close and long-range precision rocket and missile fire support for multitude of combat mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) crew assigned to the 12th Marines loads onto an MC-130J Commando II in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, Mar. 18, 2023. The joint training highlights the Commando II rapid movement capabilities and HIMARS joint entry support mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

A U.S. Marine from 12th Marines secure an area during a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) training mission in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. Ground teams provide crucial support for the HIMAR, allowing advanced targeting and communication capabilities in assistance with planning and execution of combat mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

U.S. Marines with 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, pose for a photo in front of a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) and an MC-130J Commando II from the 1st Special Operations Squadron following a training mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. The joint capabilities of the 12th Marines and 1st Special Operations Squadron showcase a swift defensive option for potential mission sets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

U.S. Aircrew assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadrons (SOS) secures a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) on an MC-130J Commando II as part of Freedom Shield 23 at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, Mar. 18, 2023. The 1st SOS specializes in rapid transportation of ground assets to support a wide range of mission capabilities utilizing the Commando II aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) crew assigned to 12th Marines prepares to load onto an MC-130J Commando II in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, Mar. 18, 2023. The HIMARS is designed to support joint entry expeditionary operations with high-volume suppressive and counter-battery fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

U.S. Marines assigned to 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, set up ground equipment to assist a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) training mission in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. Ground teams provide crucial support for the HIMAR, allowing advanced targeting and communication capabilities in assistance with planning and execution of combat mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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Freedom Shield 23 Joint HIMAR Transport

Published April 6, 2023
By Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

U.S. Marines assigned to 12th Marines, 3d Marine Division, set up ground equipment to assist a High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) training mission in support of Freedom Shield 23 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 18, 2023. The joint capabilities of the 12th Marines and 1st Special Operations Squadron showcase a swift defensive option for potential mission sets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)