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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WWII Vet Norman Green Birthday Event
AFN Tokyo
Nov. 22, 2024 | 1:00
World War II Veteran Norman Green celebrated his 100th birthday at the New Sanno Hotel in Tokyo, Japan. Green talked about his time serving during the war and celebrated his birthday with those closest to him. (U.S. Air Force Video by Staff Sergeant James Kennedy)
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