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Turkey, camaraderie, Polska!

By Bryan AraujoNovember 28, 2024

Turkey, camaraderie, and Polska!
1 / 2 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Lt. Col. Miguel Cisneros, U.S. Army Garrison-Poland, and a Polish cook present bread rolls during the Thanksgiving meal at the Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis Warrior Grill, Camp Kosciuszko, Poland, on Nov. 28, 2024. The meal, prepared collaboratively by U.S. Army cooks and their Polish counterparts, brings service members and civilians together to celebrate the cherished American holiday with traditional dishes and shared camaraderie. (U.S. Army Photo by Bryan Araujo) (Photo Credit: Bryan Araujo) VIEW ORIGINAL
Turkey, camaraderie, and Polska!
2 / 2 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Service members stationed at Camp Kosciuszko, Poland, gather around a table to share a Thanksgiving meal on Nov. 28, 2024. The celebration at the Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis Warrior Grill features traditional dishes prepared collaboratively by U.S. Army cooks and their Polish counterparts, fostering camaraderie and a sense of home among those serving far from their families. (U.S. Army Photo by Bryan Araujo) (Photo Credit: Bryan Araujo) VIEW ORIGINAL

CAMP KOSCIUSZKO, Poland — U.S. Army and Polish service members and civilians gathered to celebrate a cherished American tradition-Thanksgiving served by U.S. Army Garrison leaders at the Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis Warrior Grill, Thursday, Nov. 28, 2024.

Turkey, camaraderie, and Polska!
Col. Jesse Chace, USAG-Poland Commander, and Mr. Matt De Pirro, USAG-Poland Deputy Garrison Commander, serve Thanksgiving plates to service members and civilians at the Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis Warrior Grill, Camp Kosciuszko, Poland, on November 28, 2024. Upholding Army tradition, leaders participate in the meal service to foster community and gratitude among those stationed far from home. (U.S. Army Photo by Bryan Araujo) (Photo Credit: Bryan Araujo) VIEW ORIGINAL

Col. Jesse Chace, Command Sgt. Maj. Jason Jones, Mr. Matt De Pirro, and Lt. Col. Miguel Cisneros donned aprons and warm smiles as they dished up Thanksgiving classics to soldiers and civilians. They joined Army leaders across ten USAG Poland sites this Thanksgiving who upheld the tradition, where leaders personally serve their teams.

Turkey, camaraderie, and Polska!
A service member in the food line and selects dishes during the Thanksgiving meal at the Staff Sgt. Michael Ollis Warrior Grill, Camp Kosciuszko, Poland, on Nov. 28, 2024. The event brings service members and civilians together to enjoy a traditional holiday meal, fostering camaraderie and a sense of community. (U.S. Army Photo by Bryan Araujo) (Photo Credit: Bryan Araujo) VIEW ORIGINAL

Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, collard greens, and a display of pies and cookies and cakes showcased the comforts of home.

The meal preparation was a collaborative effort between U.S. Army cooks stationed in Poland and their Polish counterparts.