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ETC’s Scott Thompson for 3rd Battalion of The Royal Anglian Regiment – “The Steelbacks”

Photographer Scott Thompson shows the world through the lens of the men and women of our fine military how we as a nation “collaborate”.

On August 10, 2024, the 3rd Battalion of The Royal Anglian Regiment, affectionately known as “The Steelbacks,” dived into tactical training at Camp Grayling, Michigan. This was all part of Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s biggest reserve readiness exercises. Running from August 3 to 17 at the National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC), the event brought together over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories, plus several international forces.

As they engaged in intense training scenarios, The Steelbacks showcased their skills and teamwork, embodying the spirit of collaboration vital for today’s military. Northern Strike isn’t just about honing individual abilities; it’s about strengthening partnerships across all domains of warfare. With their eyes set on future challenges, these soldiers are proving they’re ready for whatever comes next.

 

Lithuanian joint terminal attack controllers train with Latvian joint fires observers to call in close air support with an A-29 Super Tucano during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at Steelgate Range, Michigan, Aug. 9, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
Lithuanian joint terminal attack controllers train with Latvian joint fires observers to call in close air support with an A-29 Super Tucano during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at Steelgate Range, Michigan, Aug. 9, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
British Army members with the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Anglian Regiment “The Steelbacks,” conduct tactical training during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at Camp Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 10, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
British Army members with the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Anglian Regiment “The Steelbacks,” conduct tactical training during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at Camp Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 10, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
British Army members with the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Anglian Regiment “The Steelbacks,” conduct tactical training during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at Camp Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 10, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
U.S. Army Spc. Mallory Sanders and Spc. Desiree McConnell, both shower and laundry specialists from the 1225th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 464th Quartermaster Company, Michigan Army National Guard, process laundry from service members in the field during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at Camp Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 10, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
British Army reservists from the 3rd Battalion, Royal Anglian Regiment, known as “The Steelbacks,” conduct a simulated company-level urban operations night attack during Exercise Northern Strike 24-2 at the Combined Armed Collective Training Facility, Camp Grayling, Michigan, Aug. 12, 2024. Northern Strike 24-2, one of the Department of Defense’s largest reserve component readiness exercises, is scheduled to take place at Michigan’s National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) from August 3-17, 2024. Over 6,300 participants from 32 states and territories and several international participants will converge at the NADWC. Northern Strike is the premier reserve component training event designed to build readiness with joint and partner forces in all domains of warfare. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)