USCG Polar Star (WAGB 10) supports McMurdo Station during Operation Deep Freeze 2026 [Image 2 of 2]

ANTARCTICA

02.04.2023

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher Bokum 

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

An Operation Deep Freeze pennant is displayed on the USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10) jackstaff while operating in the Ross Sea during Operation Deep Freeze 2026, Feb. 4, 2026. Every year, a joint and total force team works together to ensure successful Operation Deep Freeze operations. Active, Guard, and Reserve service members from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, and Navy work together to forge a strong JTF-SFA that continues the proud tradition of U.S. military support to the United States Antarctic Program. (U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 2nd Class Christopher Bokum)

• Date Taken: 02.04.2023
• Date Posted: 02.13.2026 12:01
• Photo ID: 9520587
• VIRIN: 260204-G-FN033-1020
• Resolution: 7403x4935
• Size: 6.57 MB
• Location: AQ