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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Peter E. Gersten, Deputy Director for Politico-Military Affairs (Western Hemisphere), Strategic Plans and Policy Directorate, Joint Staff, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., got an up close and personal look at the job of the firefighters from Joint Task Force-Bravo's 612th Air Base Squadron at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, Jan. 13, 2014. Gersten donned fire protective gear and joined the firefighters during a live-burn training exercise in the Soto Cano Air Base "burn house," during which the firefighters were able to demonstrate for the General the tactics used to combat fires. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Jan. 13, 2014

Brig. Gen. Gersten participates in JTF-Bravo firefighter exercise

SOTO CANO AIR BASE, Honduras — U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Peter E. Gersten, Deputy Director for Politico-Military Affairs (Western Hemisphere), Strategic Plans and Policy Directorate, Joint Staff, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., definitely felt the heat during a visit to Joint Task Force-Bravo here today. As part of his visit, Gersten participated in a live burn exercise

U.S. Army Col. Thomas Boccardi, Commander, Joint Task Force-Bravo, presents a command briefing to U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Peter E. Gersten, Deputy Director for Politico-Military Affairs (Western Hemisphere), Strategic Plans and Policy Directorate, Joint Staff, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, Jan. 13, 2014. Gersten met with Joint Task Force-Bravo leadership and received and in-depth look at the Task Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Jan. 13, 2014

Command brief

Members of Joint Task Force-Bravo practice caring for a casualty during a combat lifesaver (CLS) course at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, Jan. 9, 2014. More than 46 members of the Task Force completed the course, which was taught by Joint Task Force-Bravo's Medical Element (MEDEL.) The combat lifesaver course teaches Soldiers and Airmen how to care for casualties in several circumstances, including care while under fire and tactical field care. (Photo by U.S. Army Sgt. Courtney Kreft)

Jan. 10, 2014

Joint Task Force-Bravo members complete Combat Lifesaver Course

SOTO CANO AIR BASE, Honduras — Joint Task Force- Bravo's Medical Element (MEDEL) taught a combat life saver (CLS) and recertification course to more than 46 Soldiers and Airmen here, January 6-9. "This was the first time that I was given a chance to help teach this class and everyone seemed to learn a lot," said U.S. Army Specialist Ariana Braganza, a combat medic and one of the

Members of Joint Task Force-Bravo's 612th Air Base Squadron offload, load, and refuel at C-130 Hercules aircraft at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, Jan. 8, 2014. The C-130 makes regular flights to Soto Cano to deliver supplies to the base, as well as to deliver items back to the United States. The 612 ABS provides a day and night, all-weather, C-5 capable airfield, base operations support, air traffic control, weather, crash and fire rescue, logistics and base civil engineers to support theater-wide USSOUTHCOM operations. (U.S. Air Force photos by Tech. Sgt. Stacy Rogers)

Jan. 9, 2014

612th Air Base Squadron offloads, loads, refuels C-130

U.S. Navy Capt. Ronnie King, Command Chaplain, U.S. Southern Command, visited with members of Joint Task Force-Bravo during a "Prayer Breakfast" sponsored by the Joint Task Force-Bravo Chapel, Jan. 9, 2013. As command chaplain, King is responsible for coordinating chaplain support to ensure the free exercise of religion for Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine and Coast Guard service members, their family members and other U.S. personnel within the SOUTHCOM area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Jan. 9, 2014

USSOUTHCOM Command Chaplain visits Joint Task Force-Bravo

Two crew chiefs assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo’s 1-228th Aviation Regiment perform maintenance on the main rotor of a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter as the sun sets on the flightline at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, Jan. 8, 2014. Crew chiefs work constantly to ensure JTF-Bravo aircraft are mission ready at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Jan. 8, 2014

Twilight on the flightline

U.S. Army Sgt. Conchita Corbin-Nicks conducts a radio test on an AN/PRC-148 radio during a communication exercise (COMMEX) conducted by Joint Task Force-Bravo, Jan. 6, 2014. During the exercise, members of the task force were instructed on the operation of several types of communication equipment, and practiced using the equipment so they will be prepared to use it in a real-world scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Jan. 7, 2014

COMMEX ensures Joint Task Force-Bravo's communication capabilities

SOTO CANO AIR BASE, Honduras — Several members of Joint Task Force-Bravo received training on the operation of critical communication equipment during a communication exercise (COMMEX) conducted here, Jan. 6-7, 2014."The purpose of the exercise was really two-fold," said U.S. Army 1st Lt. Joseph Ramaglia, a communications officer assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo. "First, we

The Joint Task Force-Bravo post office was successful in operating through the holiday mail rush this year. During the holiday season, the post office processed more than 2,100 pieces of mail, a number that more than doubles the mail processed during a typical month. During the holiday season, workers at the post office received 1,758 incoming pieces of mail while sending out 398 pieces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Stacy Rogers)

Jan. 6, 2014

Mission Accomplished: Joint Task Force-Bravo post office is successful through holidays

SOTO CANO AIR BASE, Honduras — The Joint Task Force-Bravo Post Office processed more than 2,100 pieces of mail during the holiday season this year, a number that more than doubles the amount of mail processed during a normal month. During a typical month, the post office averages 600 pieces of incoming mail. During the holiday season, workers at the post office received 1,758

A CH-47 Chinook helicopter assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo makes its return flight from Puerto Lempira, Honduras, to Soto Cano Air Base while carrying a sling-loaded environmental control unit weighing more than 4,800 pounds, Sept. 21, 2013. The environmental control unit was used to support JTF-Bravo's mobile surgical team while they provided medical assistance in the Gracias a Dios region of Honduras. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Jan. 2, 2014

Joint Task Force-Bravo 'Year in Photos' 2013

SOTO CANO AIR BASE, Honduras — As we begin 2014, here is a look back at some of the events and images from 2013!Click here to view the 2013 'Year in Photos'

U.S. Army Lt. Col. Chris Meredith serves a up a plate of traditional holiday fare at the dining facility, Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras, Dec. 25, 2013. Members of Joint Task Force-Bravo were treated to a Christmas Day meal with all the trimmings today. Leadership from across Joint Task Force-Bravo, including the Army Support Activity, Army Forces Battalion, Joint Security Forces, 612th Air Base Squadron, 1-228th Aviation Regiment, and Medical Element wore their dress uniforms and served the members of the Task Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Zach Anderson)

Dec. 25, 2013

Joint Task Force-Bravo members enjoy Christmas Day meal