U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Warrior Competition

U.S. Army units from across Europe converge to compete for the title of Best Warrior. The week-long event tests Soldier skills, endurance, fortitude and resourcefulness as well as intellectual and problem-solving capabilities. Officers, noncommissioned officers and junior enlisted Soldiers compete in separate categories and are evaluated on general military knowledge, physical fitness and common military tasks.

While some of the competition tasks are standard such as the Army Physical Fitness Test, written test, marksmanship, ruck march, land navigation and command sergeants major board; some of the challenges such as chemical defense and medical tasks - added to the stress of fitting everything into a few short days - makes the competition extra tough.

Winners in the NCO and junior enlisted categories will advance to represent U.S. Army Europe and Africa at the Army Best Warrior Competition at Fort Lee, Virginia.

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The Competitors

2021 U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Warrior Competitors.

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EBWC Videos

Video by Pfc. Carlos Marquez

41st FAB conducts exercise evaluation

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Feb. 10, 2025 | 0:30

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 583rd Forward Support Company and 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment, execute high-intensity opposition forces and mass casualty scenarios during the 41st Field Artillery Brigade’s exercise evaluation on Grafenwoehr Training Area, Bavaria, Germany, Feb. 7-9, 2025. Throughout the exercise, troops engaged in simulated enemy attacks, reacted to surprise ambushes, and provided life-saving medical aid under combat conditions. Observer Controllers assessed their performance as Soldiers executed tactical maneuvers, suppressed enemy fire, and secured critical positions. The evaluation tested their ability to sustain combat effectiveness and mission readiness in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. (U.S. Army video by Pfc. Carlos Marquez)