Military Porn
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This community is for posting high quality photographs of militaries from around the world.
RULES:
1 - Keep it civil. No slapfights.
2 - Keep it classy.
3 - Keep it real. Posts must actually be photographs. No art or CGI mock-ups in the main image post; art or mock-ups may be added supplemental in the body of the post. Posted thread photos should not be edited aside from minor blurring of faces or other sensitive subjects, or date-time stamps.
4 - Keep it informative. Posts are encouraged to give descriptions and sources in the body paragraph. While not mandatory it will help foster discussions. Users are strongly encouraged to find and post the original source and photographer if the information is available.
COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION:
Pictures of any and all nations. Modern and historical photos are allowed. Photos may be of vehicles, equipment, troops, installations, or anything else military. Photographs of military hardware that is being displayed, but has not yet been adopted are allowed. Photographs of historical military equipment that are in a museum are allowed.
As a courtesy to the Lemmy.world server load, you are encouraged to host pictures rather than posting them directly.Easy options for hosting pictures include https://catbox.moe and https://imgur.com, but other domains are welcome.
When looking for photos to post here, try to look for ones that are unique rather than those which have been widely popularized already. Take care to avoid reposting as much as possible.
HELPFUL STUFF:
One source for photographs is the U.S. government run https://www.dvidshub.net, for anyone interested. Other sources are welcome.
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US Air Force Douglas C-47 Skytrain flies over the beaches of France, marking the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings.
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The Douglas C-47 Skytrain or Dakota (RAF designation) is a military transport aircraft developed from the civilian Douglas DC-3 airliner. It was used extensively by the Allies during World War II. During the war the C-47 was used for troop transport, cargo, paratrooper, for towing gliders and military cargo parachute drops. The C-47 remained in front-line service with various military operators for many years.[2] It was produced in approximately triple the numbers as the larger, much heavier payload Curtiss C-46 Commando, which filled a similar role for the U.S. military.
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U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship USS Boxer in the Pacific Ocean. July 12, 2024 [1000x1499]
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Full description: The U.S. Navy amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4) steams in the Pacific Ocean July 12, 2024. Elements of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit are currently embarked aboard the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group conducting routine operations in U.S. 3rd Fleet. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Amelia Kang)
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F/A-18E Super Hornet on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz. July 13, 2024 [1000x667]
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Full description: An F/A-18E Super Hornet from the “Kestrels” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 137 makes an arrested landing on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) July 13, 2024, in the Pacific Ocean. Nimitz is underway conducting routine operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Hannah Kantner)
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U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft at Kaneohe Bay, Hawai. July 12, 2024 [1000x665]
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Full description: U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft stage at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, in support of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024, July 12. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1, 2024. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Corban Lundborg)
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Chilean sniper sights in on a simulated enemy compound during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024, July 12. [1000x667]
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Full description: A Chilean sniper sights in on a simulated enemy compound during an air assault exercise at Marine Corps Base Hawaii during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024, July 12. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Hekker)
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Parallel source. I found these pictures uncited originally, but the link is to a news article featuring them along with information.
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The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is an American carrier-capable supersonic, twin-engine, two-seat, twin-tail, all-weather-capable variable-sweep wing fighter aircraft. The Tomcat was developed for the United States Navy's Naval Fighter Experimental (VFX) program after the collapse of the General Dynamics-Grumman F-111B project. A large and well-equipped fighter, the F-14 was the first of the American Teen Series fighters, which were designed incorporating air combat experience against MiG fighters during the Vietnam War.
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Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for Exercise Rim of the Pacific. June 25, 2024. [1000x667]
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Full description: Sailors prepare to man the rails as Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024, June 25. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Leon Vonguyen)
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US Marine speaks with a member of the Indonesian Korps Marinir during a combined island raid training mission off the coast of Jakarta, Indonesia, May 9, 2024. [1000x667]
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Full description: U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ethan Hamilton, right, the company commander for Alpha Company, 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division, speaks with a member of the Indonesian Korps Marinir during a combined island raid as part of a bilateral reconnaissance exchange off the coast of Jakarta, Indonesia, May 9, 2024. Members of the Indonesian Korps Marinir hosted the exchange for the Marines of 1st Recon Bn. to strengthen relationships and enhance the capabilities and interoperability between the U.S. and Indonesian reconnaissance forces. Hamilton is a native of Texas. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Amanda R. Taylor)
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Airman signals a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter on New York’s flight deck during the exercise Baltic Operations. June 19, 2024.[1000x850]
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Full description: BALTIC SEA (June 19, 2024) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Nicholas Alvarez, assigned to the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship USS New York (LPD 21), signals a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter on New York’s flight deck during the exercise Baltic Operations 24 (BALTOPS 24), June 19, 2024. New York is underway in the Baltic Sea in support of BALTOPS 24 as part of the Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (WSP ARG)-24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Special Operations Capable (SOC). BALTOPS 24 is the premier maritime-focused exercise in the Baltic Region. The exercise, led by U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa and executed by Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, provides a unique training opportunity to strengthen combined response capabilities critical to preserving freedom of navigation and security in the Baltic Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jesse Turner)
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Botswana Defence Force soldier during a Joint Combined Exchange Training at Thebephatshwa Air Base, Botswana, June 20, 2024. [999x665]
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Full description: Members of the Botswana Defence Force conduct contact drills during a Joint Combined Exchange Training at Thebephatshwa Air Base, Botswana, June 20, 2024. JCETs enhance U.S. relationships with partner nations by developing and maintaining critical military-to-military connections and improving allied readiness and interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua DeGuzman)
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U.S. Marines display how to use vegetation as camouflage during a subject matter expert exchange on Naval Base Camilo Osias, Philippines, April 25, 2024 [1000x667]
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Full description: U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Merek Katzenmeier, left, a native of Arizona and a scout sniper, and Cpl. Aaron Weis, a native of Texas and a rifleman both with 3rd Littoral Combat Team, 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, display how to use vegetation as camouflage during a subject matter expert exchange on Naval Base Camilo Osias, Philippines, April 25, 2024. Philippine Marines with Force Reconnaissance Group, Marine Battalion Landing Team 10, 4th Marine Brigade and 3rd LCT traded warfighting techniques and tactics during the exchange as part of Balikatan 24, an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jaylen Davis)
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Army Soldiers training to use the FIM-92 Stinger system, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, April 19, 2024. [1000x1500]
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Full description: U.S. Army Soldiers from the 25th Infantry Division receive instruction for stinger table VI qualification, on Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, April 19, 2024. The stinger is a lightweight, self-contained air defense system that can be rapidly deployed by ground troops. (U.S. Army Photo by Spc. Kevin Reece)
Bonus frolicking picture:
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U.S. Marine uses a MAAWS to gauge a distance at Cowley Beach Training Area, QLD, Australia, June 16, 2024. [1000x667]
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Full description: U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Connor Magill, left, an M3E1 multipurpose anti-armor anti-personnel weapon system gunner with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment (Reinforced), Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 24.3, uses a MAAWS to gauge a distance at Cowley Beach Training Area, QLD, Australia, June 16, 2024. The Marines of Fox Co. participate in Tully Combat Training Centre’s Regional Warfighter Exercise in order to increase lethality in a jungle environment, further develop interoperability with the Australian Defence Force, and increase readiness for various operations in the Indo-Pacific region. Magill is a native of Ohio. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Juan Torres)
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French soldiers provide security during training exercise near Hohenfels, Germany, March 27, 2024. [1000x1374]
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Full description: French soldiers provide security during Dynamic Victory 24-01 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) near Hohenfels, Germany, March 27, 2024.
Dynamic Victory is the final exercise that officer cadets undergo at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. JMRC provides facilities, a training environment, and an opposing force to ensure the cadets are fit to commission and lead soldiers in the British Army. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Leonard Beckett)
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Officer cadet from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst takes cover during training exercise near Hohenfels, Germany, March 27, 2024. [1000x1448]
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Full description: An officer cadet from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst takes cover during Dynamic Victory 24-01 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) near Hohenfels, Germany, March 27, 2024.
Dynamic Victory is the final exercise that officer cadets undergo at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. JMRC provides facilities, a training environment, and an opposing force to ensure the cadets are fit to commission and lead soldiers in the British Army. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Leonard Beckett)
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These are the first in-flight photos of the B-21 Raider, currently being tested at Edwards Air Force Base in California.
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US Air Force pilot prepares to exit the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon. Tyndall AFB, Florida, May 8, 2024. [999x562]
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Full description: U.S. Air Force Capt. Eric Bueltel, 79th Fighter Squadron pilot assigned to Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, prepares to exit the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon after arriving for Checkered Flag 24-2 at Tyndall AFB, Florida, May 8, 2024. Checkered Flag is a large-force aerial exercise held at Tyndall, which fosters readiness and interoperability through the incorporation of 4th and 5th-generation aircraft during air-to-air combat training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zeeshan Naeem)
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