Eager Lion 2017
Members of Commander, Task Group 56.1, EOD Mobile Unit 12, prepare to board a helicopter for cast and recovery training during Exercise Eager Lion 2017. Eager Lion is an annual U.S. Central Command exercise in Jordan designed to strengthen military-to- military relationships between the U.S., Jordan and other international partners. This year's iteration is comprised of about 7,200 military personnel from more than 20 nations that will respond to scenarios involving border security, command and control, cyber defense and battlespace management. (U.S. Navy Combat Camera photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Austin L. Simmons)