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A 2026 German American Friendship Days participant pushes to finish the last 25 meters of a 100-meter swim assessment at Ramstein Air Base, Feb. 23. Participants competed in a weeklong challenge to earn the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge. During the challenge, members are graded on marksmanship, swimming, endurance and other physical fitness events conducted in accordance with German military standards. Photo by Senior Airman Trevor Calvert

German-American Friendship Days

Participants competed in a weeklong challenge to earn the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge, and were graded in accordance with German military standards.

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ABC in KMC: Easter Eggstasy

ABC in KMC: Easter Eggstasy

Decorating Easter eggs is a cherished tradition across Europe. But each country has its unique customs and styles, that may decisively vary. According to a Lenten tradition, in Medieval Europe the consumption of eggs was forbidden during the 40-day period of fasting leading up to Easter. But since chickens continued […]

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The Road to Gold - GAFPB Day 0

The Road to Gold – GAFPB Day 0

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Defense Health Network Europe civilian employees recognized for their achievements

Defense Health Network Europe civilian employees recognized for their achievements

The senior leaders of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and Defense Health Network Europe, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud and Command Sgt. Maj. Kalani Kalili, hosted a townhall meeting at the Sembach Chapel Feb. 19 for members of both headquarters. The town hall meeting was part of an ongoing communication […]

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Barbershop opening ceremony held at Chabelley Airfield

Barbershop opening ceremony held at Chabelley Airfield

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A veterinarian’s unconventional path to service

A veterinarian’s unconventional path to service

For some, the path to service is a straight line, for Veterinary Readiness Activity, Rheinland Pfalz, veterinarian and officer in charge of the Baumholder Veterinary Treatment Facility it had its twists and turns. Maj. Paulynne Bellen took an unconventional path to her commission, entering the U.S. Army at an age […]

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TiC 2.0 meets medical care during Spartan Focus

TiC 2.0 meets medical care during Spartan Focus

As the U.S. Army’s leading Transformation in Contact 2.0 unit, the 3rd Infantry Division takes every opportunity to use innovation to increase lethality, precision, and maximize efficiency to exceed today’s modern warfare capabilities. Innovation doesn’t stop at tanks and weapon systems; it plays a role in every aspect of the […]

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21st TSC Hero of the Week, Staff Sgt. Dwight Wells

21st TSC Hero of the Week, Staff Sgt. Dwight Wells

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Riding High: Meet the Military’s last remaining Mounted Color Guard

Riding High: Meet the Military’s last remaining Mounted Color Guard

For the individuals who serve in the Marine Corps Mounted Color Guard, every day is a test of composure, discipline and adaptability — essential skills they demonstrate alongside wild palominos that were specifically domesticated for the job. These Marines are unique in that they’re the last mounted color guard remaining […]

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Community Events - February 27, 2026

Community Events – February 27, 2026

Spring Bazaar Spring Bazaar kicks off the season March 13 to 15 at the Special Events Center, Bldg. 237 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, offering shoppers three days of European goods and specialty finds. Hours run 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]

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