War Zones & Military Conflicts

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Afghanistan, Iraq & Global Military Operations

This extensive collection of war zone stock footage documents the intense conflicts and military operations that shaped the early 21st century. Featuring combat footage from Afghanistan, Iraq, and Kuwait, as well as U.S. military interventions in global hot spots like Panama and Somalia, these clips capture the realities of modern warfare. From U.S., British, and Canadian forces battling Taliban and al-Qaida insurgents to large-scale operations against Iraqi military forces, the footage provides an unfiltered look at life on the front lines. Beyond combat, the collection also highlights humanitarian aid efforts, showcasing the military’s role in assisting civilian populations affected by war. Ideal for documentaries, news analysis, and historical retrospectives, this archive offers a powerful visual record of contemporary warfare and global military strategy.

INVASION OF PANAMA - OPERATION JUST CAUSE

After more than a year of diplomatic tension, the United States launches Operation Just Cause and invades Panama.
1989 34 min COL

GULF WAR - VOLUME 1 OPERATION DESERT STORM

Armed with a U.N. Mandate, the United States and 30 other Coalition Nations move to force Iraqi Forces out of Kuwait.
29 min COL

GULF WAR - VOLUME 2 OPERATION DESERT STORM

Unedited footage of the aftermath of Operation Desert Storm with destroyed military equipment, General Schwarzkopf and crowds.
28 min COL

MARINES IN MOGADISHU SOMALIA

U.S. Marines in Mogadishu Somalia during Operation Restore Hope as they attempt to bring stability to a country in chaos.
17 min COL

COMBAT OPERATIONS - THE CONSTANT REALITY

Combat scenes from WW II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Urgent Fury (Invasion of Grenada), Operation Just Cause (Invasion of Panama), and Operation Desert Storm (Gulf War).
9 min BW COL

DAMAGED USS COLE - TOWED IN FOR REPAIRS

The USS Cole, target of a terrorist attack in the Yemeni port of Aden is brought back to the U.S. for extensive repair work.
2000 6 min COL

IRAQ - VOLUME 1 OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

Iraqi National Guard and Police conduct raids on homes of suspected insurgents, U.S. security patrol, distributing school supplies to Iraqi children, bombed out Saddam Palace.
26 min COL

IRAQ - VOLUME 2 OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

Secret handover of Iraqi sovereignty, U.S. and Interrim Government officials give speeches, Iraqis vote to ratify Constitution of Iraq.
2004 27 min COL

IRAQ - VOLUME 3 OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

Capture of Saddam Hussein, Abu Ghraib Prison, one of Saddam Hussein's palaces, working to extinguish oil well fires.
18 min COL

IRAQ - VOLUME 4 OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

U.S. Soldiers on patrol, Rescue of PFC Jessica Lynch, Night cordon and search in Mosul, Recruits for Iraqi Civil Defense Corps.
25 min COL

IRAQ - VOLUME 5 OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM

Night vision scenes, night time raid weapons search, attacking battle tank, IED searches, combat engineers, weapons firing.
29 min COL (SILENT)

KURDS IN IRAQ

Unedited footage of Kurds in Northern Iraq having fled there in 1991 and are now protected by Task Force Provide Comfort.
17 min COL

PERSIAN GULF PATROL

In support of Iraqi Freedom, the Navy and Coast Guard join forces conducting maritime operations to protect Iraq's sea-based oil terminals and provide security and stability in the Persian Gulf.
17 min COL

IRAQ AL BASRAH OIL TERMINAL

B-roll of the Al Basrah Oil Terminal. Scenes include footage of the terminal and ships and and interview with the commander of Task Group Iraqi Maritime.
2009 COL 1 min 58 sec

IRAQ: MISSION STORY - CLEARING THE ROUTE

Re-telling of a mission to "clear the route" of IED's and other problems. On a night mission a suspicious vehicle parked on the side of the road is investigated by a U.S. soldier.
2008 COL 2 min 23 sec

IRAQ: MISSION STORY - FUEL TRANSPORT UNDER FIRE

Re-telling of a mission to transport more than 100,000 gallons of fuel to the Baghdad Airport from Camp Anaconda Iraq. The lead vehicle comes under enemy fire.
2008 COL 2 min 51 sec

AFGHANISTAN - AFGHAN HIGHWAY SECURITY

B-roll of the efforts being taken to combat violence and threats to Afghanistan's transportation and highway industries.
2009 COL 5 min 35 sec

AFGHANISTAN AFGHAN NATIONAL ARMY - BASIC TRAINING

B-roll of Afghan National Army Soldiers on a marksmanship range. Scenes include Soldiers from Afghanistan shooting their weapons from the prone position and marching in a formation.
2009 COL 3 min 28 sec

AFGHANISTAN FIREFIGHT - KORENGAL VALLEY

B-roll of U.S. and Afghan forces fighting through an ambush in and around the village of Laui Kalay, in the Kunar Province.
2009 COL 3 min 46 sec

AFGHANISTAN IED IMPROVISED EXPLOSIVE DEVICE FOUND

B-roll various shots of the village where an improvised explosive device was found, villagers looking on, dogs sniffing the area, the explosive detonating and the cleanup afterward.
2009 COL 2 min 47 sec

AFGHANISTAN RECRUITS ARRIVE AT KABUL TRAINING CENTER

B-roll of Afghan recruits arriving at the Kabul Military Training Center. Scenes include the recruits arriving, training, marching, interviews and being fed.
2009 COL 2 min 50 sec

AFGHANISTAN - SCHOOL EDUCATION FOR GIRLS

B-roll of school girls of various ages attending classes in Afghanistan. Scenes include the girls receiving instruction from teachers, the teachers and students distributing books.
2009 COL 4 min 32 sec

AFGHANISTAN TEST FIRING - ARTILLERY AND HEAVY WEAPONS

B-roll of an artillery team firing from near Forward Operating Base Bastic in Afghanistan. Scenes include them loading the Howitzer and firing multiple rounds.
2009 COL 4 min 13 sec

AFGHANISTAN - VOTER REGISTRATION

B-roll of Afghans registering to vote and NATO forces assisting the process. Scenes include Afghans in line, interviews and NATO forces.
2009 COL 4 min 13 sec

AFGHANISTAN WEAPONS RANGE - KABUL TRAINING CENTER

B-roll of target practice at the Kabul Training Center targeting range. Scenes include the recruits marching to the range, various shots of the recruits firing their weapons.
2009 COL 4 min 10 sec

AFGHANISTAN - VOLUME 1 OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM

Unedited footage of a joint Canadian and American operation in the Tora Bora region of Eastern Afghanistan.
14 min COL

AFGHANISTAN - VOLUME 2 OPERATION ENDURING FREEDOM

Unedited footage of U.S. Army Special Operations and Afghan Militia Forces secure a compound in a village search for weapons.
18 min COL

APACHE HELICOPTER ATTACKS INSURGENTS

Night sensor gun camera footage of Apache Helicopter engaging and killing Afghan insurgents when the insurgents were attacking a small patrol base in Afghanistan.
2009 BW 3min

F-16 NIGHT OPERATION

Night operation of a multi-role jet fighter in the U.S. Air Force arsenal.  F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, nickname Viper, on flight line ready for night mission over Afghanistan. Shows planes taxiing and taking off.
2011 COL 4min

OPERATION ZMARAY SUK 2 (IRON FIST)

Troops of A Company, The Highlanders, 4th Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland, load onto Chinook helicopters while participating in Operation ZMARAY SUK 2 (Iron Fist) in the district of Nahr-e-Saraj, Helmand Province, Afghanistan.
2011 COL 5min

DETENTION CAMP DELTA - GUANTANAMO BAY

amp Delta is a high security military detention camp at Guantanamo Bay Cuba housing suspected terrorists or 'illegal combatants' captured in Afghanistan and Iraq.
12 min COL