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405th Army Field Support Brigade conducts agricultural ASF wash
May 29, 2023
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The 405th Army Field Support Brigade conduct an agricultural African Swine Flu wash, May 19 and 20, in Adazi, Latvia. The agricultural ASF wash is conducted to prevent the spread of the African Swine Flu. All vehicles must be cleaned and disinfected before they are able to be transported back to Germany.
We care about what you think - Community Strengths and Themes Assessment Survey
Help us get a deeper understanding of challenges related to quality of life, health, safety, and readiness at your Army installation. Please take the survey and provide feedback so your voice can be heard. - Available now through 30 June 2023.
Anyone assigned to a unit within Europe is permitted to complete the assessment - military (including Family members), civilians, contractors, local nationals. The survey is anonymous, responses will be provided in a summary to garrison and U.S. Army Europe and Africa leaders. Just click the link, select "Europe" and your garrison, and answer a few questions about your community.
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789th EOD performs joint training during African Lion 23
May 28, 2023
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U.S. Army Soldiers with the 789th Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company trained with members of the Tunisian armed forces during African Lion 23 in Ben Ghilouf, Tunisia, May 25, 2023.
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How to Report Phishing
If you receive a suspicious e-mail:
• DO NOT reply to the message
• DO NOT follow its instructions
• DO NOT forward to another recipient
• DO NOT access any embedded links or attachments
But most importantly: Report ALL suspected Phishing e-mails to RCC-E DCOD for analysis!
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Know Your Defender: 1st Lt. Joseph Williams
When Romania leads a multi-national division in wet gap crossings in the Black Sea region next month, 1st Lt. Joseph Williams will be tracking every move of the linked Saber Guardian 23 exercise, part of DEFENDER 2023.
As the executive officer for 50th Multi-Role Bridge Company, 5th Engineer Battalion, Williams oversees the 50th Multi-Role Bridge Tactical Operation Center throughout the duration of Saber Guardian 2023.
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Know Your Defender - Cpl. Alyssa Alavarado, 510th RSG
May 17, 2023
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Meet U.S. Army Cpl. Alexis Alvarado, a Military Police Soldier with the 510th Regional Support Group, 7th Mission Support Command - America's Army Reserve in Europe.
Alvarado is providing force protection support of the logistics support area at San Gregorio Training Area, Zaragoza, Spain during exercise Swift Response and DEFENDER-23.
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The ALERT! System is the primary means that U.S. Army Europe and Africa and IMCOM-Europe use to notify personnel in case of emergencies and public safety information.
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U.S. Army Paratroopers Support Swift Response 23 from Aviano Air Base
May 18, 2023
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U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Parachute Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, during assembling gear and preparation to support exercise Swift Response 23 at Aviano Air Base, Italy May 10, 2023.
18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion preps for DEFENDER 2023 in North Macedonia
May 17, 2023
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Cpt. Pake Davis and Sgt. Raveen Reid, discuss the preparations made by their battalion in Krivolak, North Macedonia for 2-135 IN APS Draw. From organizing their command center to setting up their designated area, they reflect on the significance of this training experience ahead of Defender 23.
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Know Your Defender - Spc. Emilio Sanchez
May 17, 2023
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Meet Spc. Emilio Sanchez, a Spanish native who naturalized into the United States serving as a human resource specialist with the 7th Mission Support Command. In addition to his role in the S-1 shop, he assisted his unit by translating between U.S. Soldiers and their Spanish Allies, at San Gregorio Training Area, Zaragoza, Spain, during exercise Swift Response.
Croatian Support Command supports 34th ID Soldiers
May 20, 2023
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Soldiers from the 34th Infantry Division collaborated with both Croatian Navy Sailors and Croatian Army Soldiers assigned to Croatian Support Command to transport U.S. Army Vehicles to Udbina Air Base on May 17, 2023. DEFENDER 23 is a U.S. Army Europe and Africa led exercise focused on the strategic deployment of continental United States-based forces, employment of Army Prepositioned Stocks, and interoperability with Allies and partners.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 22, 2023
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Col. Rosanna Clemente with the 10th AAMDC shares her Army story for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 15 in Sembach, Germany. Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed during the month of May and recognizes the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements in the Army.
Minnesota National guard 2-135 Infantry Battalion prep Prepositioned gear for Defender 2023
May 19, 2023
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1st Lt. Per Peterson and Sgt. Christopher Preston of 2-135 Infantry Battalion share their experiences of utilizing prepositioned gear in the field for the first time, emphasizing the significance of this unique endeavor for their unit's mission readiness and operational effectiveness.
Griffin Shock
May 21, 2023
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Exercise Griffin Shock 23 took place in Bemowo Piskie, Poland, May 13-19, 2023.
As the framework nation in Poland, Exercise Griffin Shock demonstrated the U.S. Army’s ability to assure the NATO alliance by rapidly reinforcing the NATO Battle Group Poland to a brigade size unit.
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News Release - Commemoration of D-Day 79
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U.S. military personnel and equipment will support and commemorate the 79th anniversary of Operation Overlord, most known as D-Day, from May 31 to June 6, highlighting the enduring strength of the U.S. commitment to European...
News Release - The third and final DEFENDER 23-linked exercise, Saber Guardian 23, begins
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| May 24, 2023
Exercise Saber Guardian 23, the third and final connected exercise making up the Dynamic Employment of Forces to Europe for NATO Deterrence and Enhanced Readiness 2023 exercise, or DEFENDER 23, begins May 29...
News Release - Immediate Response 23, second of three major DEFENDER 23-linked exercises, to begin
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| May 17, 2023
Exercise Immediate Response, the second of three connected exercises making up the Dynamic Employment of Forces to Europe for NATO Deterrence and Enhanced Readiness 2023 exercise or DEFENDER 23, begins May 22...
News Release: U.S. and NATO troops execute combined exercise to expand Battle Group in Poland
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| May 11, 2023
U.S. Army Europe and Africa's V Corps and NATO's Multinational Corps Northeast, along with allies and partners, will conduct exercise Griffin Shock May 8 – 26, 2023, at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, in Northeastern Poland...
News Release - Swift Response 23, first of three, major DEFENDER 23-linked exercises, to begin
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| May 2, 2023
Swift Response 23, the first of three major exercises that make up the Dynamic Employment of Forces to Europe for NATO Deterrence and Enhanced Readiness 2023 or DEFENDER 23, begins May 7, across the Baltic Sea and...
U.S. Army Europe and Africa to hold Combined Resolve Exercise
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| April 13, 2023
The U.S. Army, along with Allies and Partners, will conduct Combined Resolve 18 from April 21 to May 23, 2023 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center near Hohenfels, Germany...
Press Release - 21st TSC Sets the Theater for Atlantic Resolve through ports in Denmark, Latvia and Greece
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| March 22, 2023
The 21st Theater Sustainment Command will receive, stage and transport equipment supporting the 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division’s Atlantic Resolve rotation from ports in Esbjerg, Denmark; Riga, Latvia; and...
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