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ETC Photographer/Director Scott Thompson Shoots For Mission National Guard

Happy first day back after Memorial Day weekend, honoring those who came before us for the freedoms we get to enjoy in the United States.  As a representative, ETC Creative is always so proud to showcase the work of photographer Scott Thompson, featuring the dedication and excellence of our remarkable service members.  This week, we’re excited to share glimpses from Agile Rage 22, an exercise mirroring the real-life challenges encountered by our esteemed National Guard.

 

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kierra Murray, a Security Forces Airman from 127th Wing, Selfridge Air National Guard, Mich., provides aircraft security on the flightline during Agile Rage 22 at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Mich., June 8, 2022. Agile Rage 22 is a National Guard Bureau-led exercise that provides realistic training opportunities, mimicking current and future combat environments dictated by the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft from the 130th Airlift Wing, McLaughlin Air National Guard Base, Charleston, West Virginia, A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 124th Fighter Wing, Gowen Field Air National Guard Base, Boise, Idaho, and F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the Ohio National Guard’s 180th Fighter Wing, Swanton, Ohio, parked on the flightline during Agile Rage 22 at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Mich., June 8, 2022. Agile Rage 22 is a National Guard Bureau-led exercise that provides realistic training opportunities, mimicking current and future combat environments dictated by the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
U.S. Air Force C-130J Hercules aircraft from the 130th Airlift Wing, McLaughlin Air National Guard Base, Charleston, West Virginia, fly to support an airdrop mission during Agile Rage 22 at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Mich., June 10, 2022. Agile Rage 22 is a National Guard Bureau-led exercise that provides realistic training opportunities, mimicking current and future combat environments dictated by the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)
U.S. Air Force Airmen Staff Sgt. Danny Johnston and Master Sgt. Justin King, C-130 Loadmasters from 130th Airlift Wing, McLaughlin Air National Guard Base, Charleston, West Virginia, performs a precheck on C-130J Hercules aircraft from 130th AW on the flightline during Agile Rage 22 at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center in Alpena, Mich., June 9, 2022. Agile Rage 22 is a National Guard Bureau-led exercise that provides realistic training opportunities, mimicking current and future combat environments dictated by the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson)

From Airman 1st Class Kierra Murray ensuring aircraft security to Staff Sgt. Danny Johnston and the C-130 Loadmasters conducting prechecks, and the C-130J Hercules squadron supporting airdrop missions, each snapshot encapsulates the essence of our military’s unwavering spirit.

The servicemen’s commitment to our nation and the daily sacrifices they undertake serve as a profound source of inspiration.