 Soldiers from Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska made a dramatic entrance into Talisman Sabre 2013. Jumping from a C-17 Globe Master III, the soldiers from the 4th Brigade 25th Infantry Division landed right on target in Shawater Bay training area, Australia. We had approximately 400 paratroopers from the 4th Brigade Combat Team of the 25th Infantry Division. We flew overnight, direct from Alaska, refueled in the air, and after 15 hours jumped in and as you see we're conducting a rapid 4th Century operation here at Shawater Bay. After landing in the drop zone, the soldiers quickly gathered their gear and packed their parachutes so they could secure the airfield. The primary purpose of this is to allow for the seizure of Williamson Airfield or any airfield which will allow for the movement into theater of following forces via air movement. This will allow for the quick building of combat power in any AO and will allow for the quick and decisive accomplishment of our higher headquarters mission. Airman 1st Class Darren Murphy, Shawater Bay, Australia.