A Soldier assigned to the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade conducts final tasks prior to an AH-64 Apache taking off during Allied Spirit '25 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center, Hohenfels Training Area, Germany. Allied Spirit is a recurring exercise, this year involving over 10 nations, designed to prepare a multinational brigade in support of NATO deterrence initiatives. (Photo by U.S. Army Capt. Patrick Montandon)