About Arctic Shock

Arctic Shock is a combined U.S. and Norwegian exercise supporting the National Arctic Strategy that enhances multi-combatant command relationships, airborne interoperability, and Arctic capabilities. 

The exercise takes place from March 18 to 22, 2024, in Bardufoss, Norway, with around 150 U.S. Soldiers from the 11th Airborne Division and around 100 soldiers from the Norwegian Armed Forces participating. 

The exercise consists of an over-the-pole movement from Alaska to Norway, an airborne jump, and a field training exercise focused on cold-weather capabilities demonstrating the U.S. commitment to defend the High North.

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Video by Master Sgt. Jennifer Shirar
Governor Kate Brown visits 173rd Fighter Wing
173rd Fighter Wing
March 13, 2018 | 8:37
Oregon Governor Kate Brown visited the 173rd Fighter Wing at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Oregon March 13, 2018. She was greeted by 173rd FW leadership on the flightline. Additionally, she had the opportunity to visit STARBASE, meet members of the Kingsley Field Fire Department, and sit in the cockpit of an F-15 Eagle. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Jennifer Shirar)
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