UITC

USAREUR-AF International Tank Challenge

U.S. Army Europe and Africa, along with our NATO and Partner Allies, annually host a Tank Challenge. This training event is designed to give participating nations a dynamic and productive environment in which to foster military partnerships, form Soldier-level relationships, and share tactics, techniques and procedures.

The European International Tank Challenge was formerly known as the Strong Europe Tank Challenge. Images, video and stories that are older will appear under that name further down the timeline.

For more imagery, videos and news visit our DVIDS feature page at: USARUER International Tank Challenge

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Video by Spc. Kyle Kimble

1st Armored Division Conducts Battle Drill Three and Seven (Reel)

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Feb. 26, 2025 | 0:24

U.S. Soldiers with 4th Battalion, 6th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, conduct battle drill three and seven during a live fire exercise at Novo Selo Training Area, Bulgaria, Feb. 25-26, 2025. 1st Armored Division, a rotational force supporting V Corps, conducted training in the European Theatre to maintain readiness and instill fundamental Soldier skills that are vital in maintaining lethality. Battle drill seven is focused on entering and clearing trenches and bunkers, while battle drill three focuses on breaking contact with the enemy. Rehearsing battle drills allows units to execute specific movements on the battlefield quickly and quietly with no need for prior planning. (U.S. Army video by Spc. Kyle Kimble)