Yama Sakura 73 Opening Ceremony [Image 10 of 10]

SENDAI, JAPAN

12.05.2017

Photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Matthew Cole 

Joint Planning Support Element - Public Affairs

CAMP SENDAI Japan – CAMP SENDAI Japan – Army Lt. Gen. Gary J. Volesky, commander, Army I Corps, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, and Lt. Gen. Tetsurō Yamanoue, commanding general of the Northeastern Army, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF), salute their troops during the opening ceremony of Yama Sakura. Yama Sakura is an annual bilateral command post exercise involving the U.S. Military and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF).The purpose of the exercise is to enhance U.S. and Japanese combat readiness and interoperability while strengthening bilateral relationships and demonstrating U.S. resolve to support the security interests of allies and partners in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. During the exercise, U.S. military members and JGSDF members exchange ideas, tactics, techniques, military experiences, and culture. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Matthew R. Cole/Released)

• Date Taken: 12.05.2017
• Date Posted: 12.05.2017 06:38
• Photo ID: 3999980
• VIRIN: 171205-N-ER662-286
• Resolution: 4256x2832
• Size: 4.97 MB
• Location: SENDAI, JP