8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron members, march in a tactical staggered formation while observing their surroundings during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. U.S. Airmen work side by side to integrate air and ground operations more effectively in order to deter aggression in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron Airmen receive a mission briefing before a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. During briefings, security forces members receive information on hazards, safety and mission objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lucas Medelez, 8th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, scratches his K-9 before receiving a mission brief during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Military working dogs participate in this training by leading security forces members through areas that have been cleared of explosives. Military working dogs are trained to be able to detect many hazards, to include bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jonathan Pate, 8th Security Forces Squadron member, left, inspects the M-4 assault rifle of Airman 1st Class Isaac Holm, 8th Security Forces Squadron member, during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. The training exercise is used to increase U.S. combat readiness and ultimately enhance the U.S. commitment to maintaining peace in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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A crate of blank 5.56mm ammunition sits open before being distributed to U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron members during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron members march in a tactical staggered formation while observing their surroundings during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Tactical movements allow for military members to scan effectively and keep a safe distance between each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Todd Richey, 8th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, guides his K-9 to specific areas to detect simulated bombs during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Military working dogs participate in this training by leading security forces members through areas that have been cleared of explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron members take cover while purple smoke signals an attack during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Opposing forces attack the security forces members to test their teamwork and communication skills under stressful situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jeremy Parnell, 8th Security Forces Squadron member, fires his M- 249mm Squad Automatic Weapon from the cover of his turret during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Opposing forces attack the security forces members to test their team work and communication skills under stressful situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron members advance through high bush while scanning for opposing forces during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Opposing forces attack the security forces members to test their teamwork and communication skills under stressful situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force 8th Security Forces Squadron members take cover while yellow smoke signals an attack during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. The training exercise is used to increase U.S. combat readiness and ultimately enhance the U.S. commitment to maintaining peace in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Weese, 8th Security Forces Squadron team leader, defends the base behind the cover of a concrete barrier with his M-4 assault rifle during a field training exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 17, 2017. Opposing forces attack the security forces members to test their teamwork and communication skills under stressful situations. U.S. Airmen work side by side to integrate air and ground operations more effectively in order to deter aggression in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Colville McFee/Released)

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8th Security Forces train to defend the base

Published March 24, 2017
By Senior Airman Colville McFee
8th Fighter Wing

Kunsan Air Base -- 8th Security Forces Squadron members train to defend the base by engaging field training against opposing forces. Using skills in weapons training, tactical movements and communication, Airmen work together to complete their objective.