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Two U.S. Marines prepare to lay down wreaths during a Memorial Day ceremony at Luxembourg American Cemetery, Luxembourg, May 23, 2026. The laying of the wreath served as a visible expression of remembrance, contributing to the continued tradition of honoring those whose names are etched in history through their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Vaughn Weber)

Memorial Day 2026 Luxembourg

A Memorial Day ceremony was held at Luxembourg American Cemetery, May 23. The ceremony created a direct link between today’s military and the individuals who made lasting contributions to the Allied victory in World War II.

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ABC in KMC: Hambacher Fest

ABC in KMC: Hambacher Fest

As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the small town of Hambach near Neustadt an der Weinstrasse celebrates its own milestone: Hambach Castle, set atop a hill and surrounded by vineyards, hosted the Hambacher Fest just 56 years after the American Declaration of Independence. On May 27, 1832, that […]

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USAFE-AFAFRICA Band strengthens US, Poland ties  through nationwide Freedom 250 tour

USAFE-AFAFRICA Band strengthens US, Poland ties through nationwide Freedom 250 tour

The U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Band strengthened the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Poland during a multi-city tour across Poland in April, using music, military collaboration and community outreach as part of America’s 250th anniversary. In partnership with the U.S. Consulate General Kraków, the […]

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A promise kept: The story of the 451 American infants buried in Germany

A promise kept: The story of the 451 American infants buried in Germany

Col. Warren Stewart, commander of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, joined local officials, military leaders and community members May 16 for the annual Kindergraves Memorial Service at Daenner Kaserne Chapel and Kaiserslautern Main Cemetery. The ceremony honored the memory of 451 American infants and children buried at the site and recognized […]

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86th LRG honors Airmen, remembers Cuddeback’s sacrifice 15 years later

86th LRG honors Airmen, remembers Cuddeback’s sacrifice 15 years later

The 86th Logistics Readiness Group held their 2025 Annual Awards and 2026 1st Quarterly Award Ceremony at the Hercules Theater at Ramstein Air Base, May 18. The ceremony recognized outstanding Airmen and civilians while marking the 15th anniversary of the passing of Airman 1st Class Zachary Ryan Cuddeback. Among the […]

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Unterwegs – May 29, 2026

REMEMBRANCE MARCH JUNE 5 – 6, WALDSEE, GERMANY TO FRANCE 100km/24 Remembrance March from Germany to France. The route follows memorials, battle fields, from the Siegfried Line/Westwall to the Finish, the Maginot Line in France. Use your last chance to sign up for this remarkable event. Registration at kontakt@ig-heimatforschung.de or […]

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Community Events - May 29, 2026

Community Events – May 29, 2026

Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Family and MWR Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign will showcase events for the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Military Communities throughout May to June 7. STRONG B.A.N.D.S. – STRONG Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength – promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate […]

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U.S. and German Kaiserslautern Military Community members bow their heads in silence during the Kindergraves Memorial Ceremony in Kaiserslautern, Germany, May 16, 2026. The Kaiserslautern Kindergraves Memorial Foundation, which is co-chaired by the German-American Club Kaiserslautern and the Ramstein Area Chiefs' Group, was established in 1986 to maintain the memorial site, organize remembrance ceremonies and address family inquiries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

Annual Kindergraves Memorial Ceremony connects KMC to peace, remembrance

The Kindergraves Memorial Ceremony was held at Daenner Chapel, May 16, to commemorate the 451 children who were part of the U.S. military community and died early in life between 1952 and 1971.

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ABC in KMC: Sembach

ABC in KMC: Sembach

Though the peaceful village of Sembach — complete with its own autobahn exit — is little known to many in the Kaiserslautern Military Community, the U.S. Army post on the hill, commonly called Sembach Kaserne, has played a significant role in the region’s military history. The village itself has about […]

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Members of the 406th Air Expeditionary Wing conduct evening military freefall training over Djibouti, May 2, 2026. Operating from the African continent requires highly adaptable forces capable of projecting rescue support across distances at a moment's notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

Owning the night

Routine night and low-light training jumps ensure the 82nd ERQS maintains peak readiness to execute personnel recovery and combat search and rescue missions within the U.S. Africa Command area of responsibility.

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