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LRMC surpasses 100K COVID-19 tests

1:48 PM2/11/2021

This week, as the largest U.S. military hospital outside the continental United States, LRMC surpassed 100,000 COVID-19 tests with a continued commitment toward diminishing the virus. This is evidenced by ongoing additions to its laboratory arsenal, such as the recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration-authorized Rapid Antigen Tests, or RAT tests. Using a RAT test, patients can read their results directly from the testing card, similar to home pregnancy tests.

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U.S. Army Europe Soldiers assist with MILITARY DOCTOR 20 in Poland

8:17 AM8/6/2020

Soldiers assigned to U.S. Army Europe participated in a subject matter exchange at MILITARY DOCTOR 20, an event that tested and trained Polish Land Forces cadets from the Military Medical Training Center, at Training Field Jezewo near Lodz, Poland, July 27 - 31, 2020.

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3/2CR takes authority of eFP Battle Group Poland

12:00 AM1/23/2020

After traveling over 700 miles from their home in Vilseck, Germany, to their new area of operations in Bemowo Piskie, Poland, U.S. Soldiers, assigned to the 3rd Squadron, 2d Cavalry Regiment, deployed in support of NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland and conducted a transfer of authority Jan. 20, 2020.

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Vehicle mechanics keep Army rolling throughout European theater

12:00 AM1/10/2020

Warm air carrying the smell of used motor oil and grease circulated through the open bay of the mechanic shop. While one mechanic combed through the colored tangle of wires exposed under the vehicle’s dashboard, another mechanic scanned the various hoses and tubes under the hood of their assigned vehicle. U.S. Army Master Sgt. Ryan Thiers, battalion maintenance sergeant for Special Troops Battalion, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, works with the mechanics on their basic skills and assists with all inquiries. Troubleshooting vehicles can take days to complete but with help from other knowledgeable soldiers, it will help ensure their assigned vehicles are mission capable promptly.

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D-Day 2019

1:26 PM6/7/2019

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan McBee holds a memorial wreath during the JIOCEUR Analytic Center (JAC) 75th Anniversary of D-Day Ceremony at RAF Molesworth, England on June 6, 2019. During the ceremony, the JAC and RAF Molesworth community honored the men and women that served at the base in support of Operation Overlord and other D-Day operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Brian Kimball)

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D-Day 2019

1:24 PM6/7/2019

U.S. Army Colonel Matthew Ingram (center left) and U.S. Navy Captain Robert Hight (center right) display a memorial wreath during the JIOCEUR Analytic Center (JAC) 75th Anniversary of D-Day Ceremony at RAF Molesworth, England on June 6, 2019. During the ceremony, the JAC and RAF Molesworth community honored the men and women that served at the base in support of Operation Overlord and other D-Day operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by MSgt. Brian Kimball)

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United States European Command Image

12:03 PM6/5/2018

This year marks the 74th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 -- most commonly known as D-Day. An epic multinational amphibious and airborne operation, D-Day forged partnerships and reinforced transatlantic bonds that remain strong today. Overall, U.S. service members from 20 units in Europe and the U.S. will participate in events and ceremonies May 30-June 7, 2018, in almost 40 locations throughout the Normandy region of France as part of Joint Task Force Normandy 74

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United States European Command Image

12:03 PM6/5/2018

This year marks the 74th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 -- most commonly known as D-Day. An epic multinational amphibious and airborne operation, D-Day forged partnerships and reinforced transatlantic bonds that remain strong today. Overall, U.S. service members from 20 units in Europe and the U.S. will participate in events and ceremonies May 30-June 7, 2018, in almost 40 locations throughout the Normandy region of France as part of Joint Task Force Normandy 74

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United States European Command Image

12:03 PM6/5/2018

This year marks the 74th anniversary of Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944 -- most commonly known as D-Day. An epic multinational amphibious and airborne operation, D-Day forged partnerships and reinforced transatlantic bonds that remain strong today. Overall, U.S. service members from 20 units in Europe and the U.S. will participate in events and ceremonies May 30-June 7, 2018, in almost 40 locations throughout the Normandy region of France as part of Joint Task Force Normandy 74

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EUCOM 2018 Posture Statement

5:23 PM11/20/2017

A Soldier assigned to 2nd Battalion, 70th Armor Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Infantry Division from Fort Riley, Kansas scans the terrain over the sights of his M-249 machine gun Nov. 18, 2017 during an Allied Spirit VII training event in Grafenwoehr, Germany. The U.S. Army, along with its allies and partners, continues to forge a dynamic presence with a powerful land network that simultaneously deters aggression and assures the security of the region. Approximately 3,700 service members from 13 nations gathered in 7th Army Training Command’s Hohenfels Training Area in southeastern Germany to participate in the seventh iteration of Allied Spirit which is scheduled for Oct. 30 - Nov. 22, 2017. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Dustin D. Biven / 22nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment)

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Soldiers Support Museum in Poland

3:31 PM10/23/2017

ZAGAN, Poland — U.S. Army Soldiers from 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Division, participate in a display of Army equipment for the Museum of Prisoner of War Camps, Zagan, Poland, Oct. 21.

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Gen. Scaparrotti visits U.S. Soldiers in Poland

11:40 AM9/25/2017

CAMP KARLIKI, Poland — Soldiers from 4th Infantry Division and 1st Infantry Division, are awarded coins by General Curtis Scaparrotti, the commander of the U.S. European Command and the Supreme Allied Commander Europe of NATO Allied Command Operations, on Camp Karliki, Poland, Sep. 22. Soldiers from both units are recognized for exemplary behavior and performance, prior to or during their unit's rotation. Scaparrotti stops at the location for a short visit with the Soldiers before attending a brief on the incoming unit's progress and plans to move forward. The units are in Europe operating under Atlantic Resolve. Atlantic Resolve demonstrates the U.S. commitment to NATO by rotating U.S. -based units through the European theater and training with NATO partners and Allies. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Exercise Noble Partner Ends with a Bang

5:07 PM8/14/2017

VAZIANI TRAINING AREA, Georgia — Lt. Col. Uchadze, an officer of the Georgian Armed Forces, narrates the scenario events during a combined arms live fire at Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 12, 2017. Uchadze narrates the events with a sand table for official guests and media at the event. The live fire is the last training event before the closing of Exercise Noble Partner. Exercise Noble Partner is a multinational, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise conducting home station training for the Georgian light infantry company designated for the NATO Response Force. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Exercise Noble Partner Ends with a Bang

4:30 PM8/14/2017

VAZIANI TRAINING AREA, Georgia — Strykers, T-72s and BMPs fire to engage targets during a combined arms live fire at Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 12, 2017. The live fire displays coordination between different assets and is a demonstration of combined capability. The live fire is the last training event before the closing of Exercise Noble Partner. Exercise Noble Partner is a multinational, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise conducting home station training for the Georgian light infantry company designated for the NATO Response Force. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Exercise Noble Partner Ends with a Bang

4:21 PM8/14/2017

VAZIANI TRAINING AREA, Georgia — Soldiers of the 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, stand in formation during the closing ceremony of Exercise Noble Partner, Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 12, 2017. Exercise Noble Partner is a multinational, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise conducting home station training for the Georgian light infantry company designated for the NATO Response Force. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Exercise Noble Partner Ends with a Bang

4:17 PM8/14/2017

VAZIANI TRAINING AREA, Georgia — U.S. Army officers and Soldiers receive awards during the closing ceremony of Exercise Noble Partner, Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 12, 2017. Exercise Noble Partner is a multinational, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise conducting home station training for the Georgian light infantry company designated for the NATO Response Force. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Exercise Noble Partner Ends with a Bang

4:15 PM8/14/2017

VAZIANI TRAINING AREA, Georgia — The Mine Clearing Line Charge (MICLIC) explodes in a Georgian obstacle during a rehearsal for the combined arms live fire, Vaziani Training Area, Georgia, Aug. 10, 2017. The live fire displays coordination between different assets and is a demonstration of combined capability. The live fire is the last training event before the closing of Exercise Noble Partner. Exercise Noble Partner is a multinational, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise conducting home station training for the Georgian light infantry company designated for the NATO Response Force. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Joshua Joyner)

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:44 PM7/24/2017

A Bulgarian Land Forces tank moves to an objective during a combined arms live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel at Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-295

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:41 PM7/24/2017

A line of flags at a training area in Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19 during exercise Peace Sentinel, a combined arms live fire exercise between Bulgarian Land Forces, 4th Infantry Division, and 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, as part of a larger exercise. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-123

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:32 PM7/24/2017

An AH-64 Apache helicopter from C Company, 1-501st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, Task Force Falcon, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, hovers during a combined live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel at Koren, Bulgaria, on July 17. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-396

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:29 PM7/24/2017

A Bradley Fighting Vehicle from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, defends a position during a combined live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel at Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-443

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:25 PM7/24/2017

An AH-64 Apache helicopter flies low behind a line of flags during a training area titled Peace Sentinel in Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-436

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:07 PM7/24/2017

Bradley Fighting Vehicles from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, defends a position during a combined live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel at Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-446

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:04 PM7/24/2017

A Bradley Fighting Vehicle from 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division, fires on enemy forces during a combined live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel at Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-446

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

2:02 PM7/24/2017

An AH-64 Apache from C Company, 1-501st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, Task Force Falcon, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, assaults an objective at Koren, Bulgaria, during a combined arms live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel on July 15. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-432

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Task Force Falcon and Bulgarians combine forces for Saber Guardian

1:59 PM7/24/2017

An AH-64 Apache helicopter from C Company, 1-501st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, Task Force Falcon, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, flies towards an objective during a combined live fire exercise titled Peace Sentinel at Koren, Bulgaria, on July 19. Exercise Saber Guardian 17 is a U.S. European Command, U.S. Army Europe-led exercise in the Black Sea Region that builds readiness and improves interoperability among the 20 Allies who participate. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Thomas Scaggs) 170717-A-TZ475-412

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Saber Guardian 17 strengthens multinational force to create a Strong Europe

2:01 PM7/21/2017

A Romanian sailor provides covering fire for his fellow sailors who carry a rubber dinghy to conduct a river crossing exercise rehearsal during Saber Guardian 17 over the Danube River, Bordusani, Romania, July 15, 2017. Saber Guardian is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational exercise that spans across Bulgaria, Hungary and Romania with more than 25,000 service members from 22 allied and partner nations. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy Villareal/Released)

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eFP Battle Group Poland crosses the Suwalki Gap into Lithuania

1:45 PM6/19/2017

A cavalry stetson belonging to a member of the Enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland sits on top of their equipment after arriving in Suwalki, Poland during Saber Strike 17, June 17, 2017. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO Alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. John W. Strickland)

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eFP Battle Group Poland crosses the Suwalki Gap into Lithuania

1:28 PM6/19/2017

U.S. Strykers with Enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland arrived to Rukla, Lithuania after a two-day tactical road march across Eastern Europe, June 18, 2017, as part of Saber Strike 17. The Poland-based Battle Group conducted the convoy portion of the Field Training Exercise to demonstrate their ability to execute a forward passage of lines across the only land connection between the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which is known as the Suwalki Gap. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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eFP Battle Group Poland crosses the Suwalki Gap into Lithuania

1:20 PM6/19/2017

U.S. Soldiers with Enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland arrived to Rukla, Lithuania after a two-day tactical road march across Eastern Europe, June 18, 2017, as part of Saber Strike 17. The Poland-based Battle Group conducted the convoy portion of the Field Training Exercise to demonstrate their ability to execute a forward passage of lines across the only land connection between the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which is known as the Suwalki Gap. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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eFP Battle Group Poland crosses the Suwalki Gap into Lithuania

1:16 PM6/19/2017

Polish Army Soldiers with the 15th Mechanized Brigade attached to the Enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland, arrived to Rukla, Lithuania after a two-day tactical road march across Eastern Europe, June 18, 2017, as part of Saber Strike 17. The Poland-based Battle Group conducted the convoy portion of the Field Training Exercise to demonstrate their ability to execute a forward passage of lines across the only land connection between the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which is known as the Suwalki Gap. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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eFP Battle Group Poland crosses the Suwalki Gap into Lithuania

1:11 PM6/19/2017

Once all equipment and personnel was accounted for, the Battle Group Soldiers attended a reception brief in Rukla, Lithuania after a two-day tactical road march across Eastern Europe, June 18, 2017, as part of Saber Strike 17. The Poland-based Battle Group conducted the convoy portion of the Field Training Exercise to demonstrate their ability to execute a forward passage of lines across the only land connection between the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which is known as the Suwalki Gap. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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eFP Battle Group Poland crosses the Suwalki Gap into Lithuania

1:10 PM6/19/2017

British Soldiers with Enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland arrived to Rukla, Lithuania after a two-day tactical road march across Eastern Europe, June 18, 2017, as part of Saber Strike 17. The Poland-based Battle Group conducted the convoy portion of the Field Training Exercise to demonstrate their ability to execute a forward passage of lines across the only land connection between the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, which is known as the Suwalki Gap. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Minnesota Army National Guard, Croatian, Portuguese and Lithuanian soldiers provide medical support during Exercise Iron Wolf 17

12:55 PM6/19/2017

Minnesota Army National Guard Medical Soldiers work alongside Croatian and Portuguese Medical Soldiers to provide simulated and real-life Medical care during a 3-day Situational Training Exercise in Pabrade, Lithuania, during exercise Iron Wolf, Saber Strike '17. Exercise Saber Strike is a US Army Europe-led theater exercise designed to enhance interoperability between NATO forces and key regional partners. (US Army photo by Sgt. Amberlee Boverhuis/RELEASED)

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Multinational forces integrate capabilities during combined arms exercise

2:48 PM6/8/2017

U.S. battle group Soldiers load a M777A2 Howitzer in preparation for a fire mission that was part of a Fire Support Coordination Exercise at Land Forces Field Training Center June 6, 2017. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO Alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Multinational forces integrate capabilities during combined arms exercise

2:48 PM6/8/2017

A gun crew executes a fire mission on their M777A2 Howitzer that was part of a Fire Support Coordination Exercise at Land Forces Field Training Center June 6, 2017. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO Alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Multinational Battle Group kicks off Saber Strike 17 in Poland

2:37 PM6/8/2017

Soldiers with Battle Group Poland conduct pass and review during the official opening ceremony of Saber Strike 17 at Land Forces Field Training Center June 5, 2017. Exercise Saber Strike facilitates cooperation and improves joint operational capability in a variety of missions and prepares the participating nations and units for future operations while enhancing the NATO Alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Multinational Battle Group kicks off Saber Strike 17 in Poland

2:37 PM6/8/2017

Lt. Col. Steven Gventer, commander of enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland, stands in front of the battle group formation during official opening ceremony of Saber Strike 17 at Land Forces Field Training Center June 5, 2017. Exercise Saber Strike facilitates cooperation and improves joint operational capability in a variety of missions and prepares the participating nations and units for future operations while enhancing the NATO Alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Multinational Battle Group kicks off Saber Strike 17 in Poland

2:37 PM6/8/2017

Lt. Col. Steven Gventer, commander of enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland, stands in front of the battle group formation during the official opening ceremony of Saber Strike 17 at Land Forces Field Training Center June 5, 2017. Exercise Saber Strike facilitates cooperation and improves joint operational capability in a variety of missions and prepares the participating nations and units for future operations while enhancing the NATO Alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Multinational Battle Group kicks off Saber Strike 17 in Poland

2:37 PM6/8/2017

Polish Soldiers patiently wait to raise Poland’s National flag before the official opening ceremony of Saber Strike 17 at Land Forces Field Training Center June 5, 2017. Exercise Saber Strike facilitates cooperation and improves joint operational capability in a variety of missions and prepares the participating nations and units for future operations while enhancing the NATO Alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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Multinational Battle Group kicks off Saber Strike 17 in Poland

2:37 PM6/8/2017

Polish Brig. Gen. Jaroslaw Gromadziński, Commander, 15th Mechanized Brigade, and Lt. Col. Steven Gventer, commander of enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland, both render salutes as Brig. Gen. Gromadziński inspects the troops during the official opening ceremony of Saber Strike 17 at Land Forces Field Training Center June 5, 2017. Exercise Saber Strike facilitates cooperation and improves joint operational capability in a variety of missions and prepares the participating nations and units for future operations while enhancing the NATO Alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Justin Geiger)

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US Soldiers refuel Hornet jet at Leilvarde

11:41 AM5/19/2017

U.S. Army Soldier Joseph Nippert, petroleum supply specialist for Echo Company, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion, 10th Aviation Regiment, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, New York, operates the fuel switch of the Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck M978A4 fuel servicing truck. Echo Company is participating in a Forward-Arming and Refueling Points mission, where Soldiers will refuel a jet to a Finnish F/A-18 Hornet jet. The unit is deployed to Latvia for Operation Atlantic Resolve, a U.S. endeavor to fulfill commitment to NATO interests by rotating units throughout Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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US Soldiers refuel Hornet jet at Leilvarde

11:38 AM5/19/2017

U.S. Army Sgt. Jacob Dwight Weston-Girardin, petroleum supply specialist for Echo Company, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion, 10th Aviation Regiment, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division, Fort Drum, New York, signals his team member to release fuel into the lines on the airfield, May 18. Echo Company is participating in a Forward-Arming and Refueling Points mission, where Soldiers will refuel a jet to a Finnish F/A-18 Hornet jet. The unit is deployed to Latvia for Operation Atlantic Resolve, a U.S. endeavor to fulfill commitment to NATO interests by rotating units throughout Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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US Soldiers refuel Hornet jet at Leilvarde

11:19 AM5/19/2017

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Jeremy Wohlfore, Air National Guardsman with the Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, provides a quick emergency egress class on the F/A-18 Hornet jet to Latvian firefighters while the jet is being refueled on the airfield, May 18. Wohlfore has routinely made trips to Leilvarde since 2008 to provide training to members of the Latvian air force to enhance their capabilities. Latvia is Michigan's State Partnership Program partner, a program designed to promote interoperability and stability in Baltic nations since 1993. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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U.S. armored brigade, Romanians join forces for simulated fight

1:08 PM5/18/2017

1st Lt. Sergio Gligor (from left), an operations officer with the Romanian 811th Infantry Battalion, 2nd Lt. Andrei Man, a battle captain with the 811th Inf. Bn., and 1st Lt. Jeff Yao, a military intelligence officer with the U.S. Army 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, track a counter-attack in a simulated fight against a conventional force during a command post exercise conducted at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, May 16, 2017. The three-day CPX served as a rehearsal for both units as they prepare for the live exercise phase of Combined Resolve VIII, a U.S. Army Europe-led exercise at Hohenfels Training Area, Germany, that will include more than 3,400 participants from 10 nations as they operate together to promote stability and security in the region. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. Scott Walters, 3rd ABCT Public Affairs, 4th Infantry Division)

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US and Estonian Soldiers plant trees in honor of Earth Day

11:09 AM5/1/2017

LAANE VIRU COUNTY, Estonia- Soldiers assigned to Company C, 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, based out of Fort Carson, Colorado, gather with James Melville, Jr., the U.S. Ambassador to Estonia, Marko Pomerants, the Estonian Minister of Environment, and local students from the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) program, April 28, 2017. The invitation to join in the celebrations serve as evidence of the unity between Estonia and NATO allies, who are currently participating in Operation Atlantic Resolve and strengthening deterrence capabilities with partnered forces. Operation Atlantic Resolve, a U.S. led effort in Eastern Europe, demonstrates U.S. commitment to the collective security of NATO and dedication to enduring peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Charlene Moler)

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US and Estonian Soldiers plant trees in honor of Earth Day

11:02 AM5/1/2017

LAANE VIRU COUNTY, Estonia- Soldiers assigned to Company C, 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, based out of Fort Carson, Colorado, gather with James Melville, Jr., the U.S. Ambassador to Estonia, Marko Pomerants, the Estonian Minister of Environment, and local students from the Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment (GLOBE) program, April 28, 2017. The invitation to join in the celebrations serve as evidence of the unity between Estonia and NATO allies, who are currently participating in Operation Atlantic Resolve and strengthening deterrence capabilities with partnered forces. Operation Atlantic Resolve, a U.S. led effort in Eastern Europe, demonstrates U.S. commitment to the collective security of NATO and dedication to enduring peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Charlene Moler)

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Task Force Falcon Soldiers brief Apache capabilities during Operation Summer Shield

12:29 PM4/28/2017

ADAZI, Latvia — U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Jose Cintron, instructor pilot with Charlie Company, 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 501st Aviation Regiment, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas, shows Latvian soldiers parts of the AH-64D Apache at the Parade Field on Adazi Military Base, Latvia, April 24. U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 Cintron shows the location of equipment such as radar, the hydraulic system and the satellite communication antenna. The purpose is to better communicate how the aircraft is used, its functions, and how the Apache can be employed on the battlefield. Cintron, who has operated in Afghanistan, describes this experience as relationship building. The 1-501 supports 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, which operates under Operation Atlantic Resolve, which demonstrates the U.S. commitment to NATO by rotating U.S. -based units through the European theater during multiple exercises with NATO Allies. (U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Task Force Falcon Soldiers brief Apache capabilities during Operation Summer Shield

12:23 PM4/28/2017

ADAZI, Latvia — An AH-64D Apache with 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 501st Aviation Regiment, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas, descends onto the Parade Field on Adazi Military Base, Latvia, April 24, 2017. The Apache flies into Adazi for a brief with several services to highlight the capabilities of the Apache and its systems. The purpose is to better communicate how the aircraft is used, its functions, and how the Apache can be employed on the battlefield. The 1st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, 501st Aviation Regiment supports 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, which operates under Operation Atlantic Resolve, which demonstrates the U.S. commitment to NATO by rotating U.S. -based units through the European theater during multiple exercises with NATO Allies. U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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Task Force Falcon Soldiers brief Apache capabilities during Operation Summer Shield

12:21 PM4/28/2017

ADAZI, Latvia — A gathering of U.S. Army Soldiers, U.S. Airmen, and Latvian soldiers attend a briefing on the AH-64D Apache at the Parade Field on Adazi Military Base, Latvia, April 24, 2017. The brief consists of highlighting the capabilities of the Apache and its systems to the audience with a display for effect. The purpose is to better communicate how the aircraft is used, its functions, and how the Apache can be employed on the battlefield. The 1-501st supports 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, which operates under Operation Atlantic Resolve, which demonstrates the U.S. commitment to NATO by rotating U.S. -based units through the European theater during multiple exercises with NATO Allies. (U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Shiloh Capers)

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12:12 PM3/13/2017

A U.S. Army soldier from Company B, 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, jumps into near-frozen waters as winter survival trainers from the Lithuanian Iron Wolf Brigade keep him tethered at Rukla Training Area, Lithuania, March 2, 2017. The training, which taught the U.S. soldiers how to calmly rescue themselves should they fall in icy waters, is part of a bilateral relationship to share skills among NATO allies as part of Atlantic Resolve. (U.S. Army photo by 1st Lt. Cameron Kelly, 3rd ABCT Public Affairs, 4th Infantry Division)

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Latvian forces welcome 1-68 AR ‘Silver Lions’

4:31 PM2/22/2017

CAMP ADAZI, Latvia – Latvian soldiers assigned to the Latvian Land Forces Infantry Brigade and U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, complete an esprit de corps run, Feb. 17, 2017 at Camp Adazi, Latvia. The run brought U.S. and Latvian soldiers together following a welcome ceremony honoring the arrival of 1-68 AR in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. Atlantic Resolve is a U.S. led effort in Eastern Europe that demonstrates U.S. commitment to the collective security of NATO and dedication to the enduring peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Lauren Harrah/Released)

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1-68 Armor fires first rounds in Poland

2:54 PM1/17/2017

A round is fired from an M1A2 Main Battle Tank belonging to 1st Battalion, 68th Armor Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division during the first Live Fire Accuracy Screening Tests at Presidential Range in Swietozow, Poland, January 16, 2017. The arrival of 3rd Arm. Bde. Cmbt. Tm., 4th Inf. Div., marks the start of back-to-back rotations of armored brigades in Europe as part of Atlantic Resolve. The vehicles and equipment, totaling more than 2,700 pieces, were shipped to Poland for certification before deploying across Europe for use in training with partner nations. This rotation will enhance deterrence capabilities in the region, improve the U.S. ability to respond to potential crises and defend allies and partners in the European community. U.S. forces will focus on strengthening capabilities and sustaining readiness through bilateral and multinational training and exercises. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Tarr)

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Lithuanian Humanitarian Civil Assistance

11:22 AM8/24/2016

(From left to right) U.S. Army Pfc. Timmey Turner, U.S. Army Spc. Jimmy Martin and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jason Pionke, assigned to the 375th Engineer Company, 467th Engineer Battalion, 926th Engineer Brigade, 412th Theater Engineer Command, assist with constructing a fence during a Humanitarian Civil Assistance (HCA) project, in Sauliai, Lithuania, August 18, 2016. As part of the European Command’s (EUCOM) Humanitarian and Civic Assistance Program, the 375th Engineer Company, 457th Civil Affairs Battalion and the Lithuanian military collaborate to renovate the fence at Kudikiu Namai, an orphanage for Lithuanian children up to the age of 6, in Sauliai, Lithuania, August 8-26, 2016. (U.S. Army Photo by Pfc. Emily Houdershieldt)

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M1A2 Abrams in Bulgaria - First Live Fire Exercise

4:24 PM6/25/2015

Soldiers with 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, participate in a live-fire tank shoot firing the first ever rounds fired by a U.S. M1A2 tanks in Bulgaria at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria, June 24. Transported as part of a tank section from Germany to Bulgaria, the Abrams tank will be used by soldiers from 3rd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, alongside Bulgarian soldiers from the 6th Brigade Battle Group, during a live-fire exercise during Operation Speed and Power during Kabile 15 as part of Atlantic Resolve-South. Operation Speed and Power is a joint training exercise which demonstrates U.S. Army Europe's preparedness to deliver strategic effect in Atlantic Resolve-South by showcasing the freedom of movement to maneuver and fire M1A2 Abrams anywhere along the Eastern Flank. (U.S. Army photos by Spc. Jacqueline Dowland, 13th Public Affairs Detachment)

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Wolfpack welcomed back

3:19 PM4/2/2015

Soldiers with 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment parade through Rose Barracks, April 1, 2015 after returning from a deployment in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. Before reaching their home station, 2nd Cavalry Regiment drove 1,800 km from Estonia through Lithuania, Poland, Latvia, the Czech Republic and finally Germany. The road march was called Dragoon Ride and it exercised the unit’s maintenance and leadership capabilities and demonstrated the freedom of movement that exists within NATO. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Markus Rauchenberger/released)

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Dragoon Ride mission complete

3:11 PM4/2/2015

Soldiers with 3rd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment parade through Rose Barracks, April 1, 2015 after returning from a deployment in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve. Before reaching their home station, 2nd Cavalry Regiment drove 1,800 km from Estonia through Lithuania, Poland, Latvia, the Czech Republic and finally Germany. The road march was called Dragoon Ride and it exercised the unit’s maintenance and leadership capabilities and demonstrated the freedom of movement that exists within NATO. (U.S. Army photo by Visual Information Specialist Markus Rauchenberger/released)

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