Preparation on Day Zero of the Best Squad Competition 2025
U.S. Army medics assigned to the 173rd Brigade Support Battalion, representing Southern European Task Force, Africa, display their gear for inspection during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition on U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria in Grafenwoehr, Germany, Aug.19, 2025. Teams representing units from across USAREUR-AF will test their tactical proficiency, communication, and overall cohesion as they compete for the title of Best Squad. Winners of this competition will advance to compete at the U.S. Army Best Squad Competition. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Elijah Campbell)