About Arctic Shock

Arctic Shock is a combined U.S. and Norwegian exercise supporting the National Arctic Strategy that enhances multi-combatant command relationships, airborne interoperability, and Arctic capabilities. 

The exercise takes place from March 18 to 22, 2024, in Bardufoss, Norway, with around 150 U.S. Soldiers from the 11th Airborne Division and around 100 soldiers from the Norwegian Armed Forces participating. 

The exercise consists of an over-the-pole movement from Alaska to Norway, an airborne jump, and a field training exercise focused on cold-weather capabilities demonstrating the U.S. commitment to defend the High North.

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General Krulak
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U.S. Marine Corps ret. General Charles Krulak interview. Gen Krulak who was the 31st Commandant of the Marine Corps discusses his life lessons from when he was the Commandant during the Gulf War, Operation Desert Strom and Operation Desert Sheild.
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