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The hosting city Uppsala from a historical and cultural perspective 22 August 20091:16 PM

A culture event is an important part of an international military championship for which the motto ”Friendship through sport” permeates all activities.

Exceptional coordination and speed in the ball contest 21 August 20097:12 PM

The ball contest on Friday offered high-class competition and was won by Ville Rosenlund from Finland.

Intense duels in the fencing event 20 August 20098:34 PM

The fencing event dominated the championships on Thursday and displayed both endurance and mental strength.

Swimming – a technical and tactical event 19 August 20098:08 PM

After Wednesday morning’s shooting competition, the participants prepared for the swimming event at Fyrishov Sports Centre in Uppsala.

New weapons in this year’s championship 19 August 20097:28 PM

The atmosphere is tense when team shooters warm up for the shooting event.

Ceremonial opening 19 August 20094:19 PM

The rain was pouring down during the opening of the World Championships.

Esma’s first Championship 18 August 20093:30 PM

Esma Batur from Turkey is one of few female aeronautical pentathletes. This week she competes in her first World Championships.

New equipment on the way to Afghanistan 14 August 20091:23 PM

Efforts to provide more type RG32 light armoured patrol vehicles to troops in Afghanistan are in full swing right now. A complicated but vital task. Additional night vision equipment and machine guns...

Invitation Genderforce Course Gender Field Advisor 3 October – 9 October 2009 25 June 200912:34 PM

Genderforce will in cooperation with SWEDINT conduct a Gender Field Advisor Course at SWEDINT.

A Good Ending for Exercise Loyal Arrow 18 June 20093:30 PM

June 17, has seen the concluding ceremony of Loyal Arrow, the NATO-led air exercise. The host for this exercise has been the air base of the F 21 Wing. It was the moment for personnel of the ten...