XVIII Airborne Corps

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XVIII Airborne Corps: Who We Are

Mission: Without advance warning, the XVIII Airborne Corps deploys globally, forms a seamless Joint and Coalition team, and deters or defeats any adversary.

As the global response force, XVIII Airborne Corps:

Lives as the standard bearer for the profession of arms.
Generates a culture of innovation that recognizes that today’s readiness enables tomorrow’s fight.
Invests in the vast potential of human capital within its formations.

Photo illustration by Sgt. Jacob Bradford

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February 2024

U.S. Army Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, "Leader Rakkasans," 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), supporting 3rd Infantry Division, move to cover after egressing out of a UH-60M Black Hawk... — 1 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, "Leader Rakkasans," 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), supporting 3rd Infantry Division, move to cover after egressing out of a UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter during a live-load training exercise with Estonian Defense Forces at Camp Taara, Estonia, Feb. 14, 2024. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. H Howey) (Photo Credit: Capt. H Howey) VIEW ORIGINAL

2nd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers with NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland conduct security while awaiting further instruction during a combined arms live-fire... — 2 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – 2nd Battalion, 69th Armor Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division Soldiers with NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland conduct security while awaiting further instruction during a combined arms live-fire exercise at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Feb. 28, 2024. The 3rd Infantry Division's mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cecil Elliott) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Cecil Elliott II) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Campos, 1-327 Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), requests ammunition from Spc. James Pease, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division during training for the 2024 U.S. Army Smalls Arms... — 3 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Sgt. Aaron Campos, 1-327 Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), requests ammunition from Spc. James Pease, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division during training for the 2024 U.S. Army Smalls Arms Championship on Fort Liberty, N.C., Feb. 29, 2024. Soldiers from across XVIII Airborne were selected to compete in the 2024 U.S. Army Smalls Arms Championship at Fort Moore, Ga., March 10-16. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jacob Bradford) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Jacob Bradford) VIEW ORIGINAL

Pfc. Rylan Parsons, a Soldier with the 10th Mountain Division, glacades down a mountain during the Legacy Days Ski Trooper Cup at Vail, Colorado, Feb. 25, 2024. The Ski Trooper Cup was a competition between multiple U.S. Army units that involved... — 4 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Pfc. Rylan Parsons, a Soldier with the 10th Mountain Division, glacades down a mountain during the Legacy Days Ski Trooper Cup at Vail, Colorado, Feb. 25, 2024. The Ski Trooper Cup was a competition between multiple U.S. Army units that involved push-ups, climbing up a slope, rappelling, skiing down a mountain between gates, pull-ups, and glacading. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jaidon Novinska) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Jaidon Novinska) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Chris Donahue, Commanding General of XVIII Airborne Corps, talks with a Bradley Fighting Vehicle crewman of 1st Battalion, 64th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, about the capabilities of... — 5 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Chris Donahue, Commanding General of XVIII Airborne Corps, talks with a Bradley Fighting Vehicle crewman of 1st Battalion, 64th Infantry Regiment, 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, about the capabilities of technology equipped within the vehicle at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Feb. 27, 2024. The Bradley is designed to transport infantry or scouts with armor protection while providing covering fire to suppress enemy troops and armored vehicles. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Santiago Lepper) (Photo Credit: Pfc. Santiago Lepper) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S Army Paratroopers assigned to 1st Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conduct a weapons squad live-fire exercise on Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Feb. 28, 2024. The event helped the... — 6 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S Army Paratroopers assigned to 1st Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, conduct a weapons squad live-fire exercise on Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Feb. 28, 2024. The event helped the "Red Falcons" validate tactics and squad cohesion in support of future exercises. (U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Matthew Keegan) (Photo Credit: Pvt. Matthew Keegan) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Sgt. Christopher Villar, 2-508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, trains with the M17 handgun for the 2024 U.S. Army Smalls Arms Championship on Fort Liberty, N.C., Feb. 29, 2024. Soldiers from across XVIII Airborne... — 8 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Sgt. Christopher Villar, 2-508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division, trains with the M17 handgun for the 2024 U.S. Army Smalls Arms Championship on Fort Liberty, N.C., Feb. 29, 2024. Soldiers from across XVIII Airborne were selected to compete in the 2024 U.S. Army Smalls Arms Championship at Fort Moore, Ga., March 10-16. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jacob Bradford) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Jacob Bradford) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers with the 10th Mountain Division, 10th Mountain Division descendants, veterans, flag bearers, and members of the community participate in the Serpentine Ski Parade during a 10th Mountain Division Descendants Reunion, part of Legacy Days,... — 9 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Soldiers with the 10th Mountain Division, 10th Mountain Division descendants, veterans, flag bearers, and members of the community participate in the Serpentine Ski Parade during a 10th Mountain Division Descendants Reunion, part of Legacy Days, at Leadville, Colorado, Feb. 23, 2024. 10th Mountain Division is the People’s Division, it was envisioned by the American people – it was built upon mountain climbers, skiers, and alpinists. The American people advocated for the need of an organization with the capability to operate in an alpine environment. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jaidon Novinska) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Jaidon Novinska) VIEW ORIGINAL

Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division Combat Aviation Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division conduct Forward Arming and Refueling Point (FARP) operations on February 21, 2024. FARP provides fuel and ordnance necessary for fixed-wing... — 10 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division Combat Aviation Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division conduct Forward Arming and Refueling Point (FARP) operations on February 21, 2024. FARP provides fuel and ordnance necessary for fixed-wing operations. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Vincent Levelev) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Vincent Levelev) VIEW ORIGINAL

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson announces the beginning of the Daytona 500 in front of a formation of Paratroopers from the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division 2nd Battalion, 505th Infantry Regiment during the 2024 NASCAR Daytona 500 in Daytona Beach,... — 11 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson announces the beginning of the Daytona 500 in front of a formation of Paratroopers from the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division 2nd Battalion, 505th Infantry Regiment during the 2024 NASCAR Daytona 500 in Daytona Beach, Fla., Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. The Daytona 500 is a 500-mile-long NASCAR Cup Series motor race held annually and is regarded as the most important and prestigious race on the NASCAR calendar. (Photo Credit: Spc. Casey Brumbach) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Capt. Robert Scarborough, commander of the 8th Ordnance Company, 264th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command, wraps the guidon during the casing ceremony on Fort Liberty, N.C., Feb. 27, 2024. The... — 12 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Capt. Robert Scarborough, commander of the 8th Ordnance Company, 264th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, 3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command, wraps the guidon during the casing ceremony on Fort Liberty, N.C., Feb. 27, 2024. The casing of the guidon signifies the unit’s preparation for their upcoming deployment in support of Operation European Assure, Deter and Reinforce. (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Rene Rosas) VIEW ORIGINAL

A Soldier from 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, directs his squad under the cover of smoke during a combined-arms live-fire exercise Feb. 6, 2024, on Fort Drum, New York. Combined-arms... — 13 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – A Soldier from 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, directs his squad under the cover of smoke during a combined-arms live-fire exercise Feb. 6, 2024, on Fort Drum, New York. Combined-arms live-fire exercises provide a unique opportunity to validate combat effectiveness and the ability to thrive and operate in austere environments. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Salvador Castro) (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

Students from Carentan, France visit The Sabalauski Air Assault School to try their hand at the rappel tower at Fort Campbell, Ky., February 8, 2024. The French students visited Fort Campbell to learn more about the shared history of their town... — 14 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Students from Carentan, France visit The Sabalauski Air Assault School to try their hand at the rappel tower at Fort Campbell, Ky., February 8, 2024. The French students visited Fort Campbell to learn more about the shared history of their town and the 101st Airborne Division that liberated Carentan during WWII. This year will mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the liberation of Carentan. This visit is an illustration of the deep and generational gratitude that has been forged between Carentan and the division that liberated their city in 1944. The city and the division have visited one another on multiple occasions with the division making an annual trip each year on the anniversary of D-Day.  (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Joshua Joyner) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, conduct a combined-arms live-fire exercise Feb. 6, 2024, on Fort Drum, New York. Combined-arms live-fire exercises provide a unique opportunity... — 15 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, conduct a combined-arms live-fire exercise Feb. 6, 2024, on Fort Drum, New York. Combined-arms live-fire exercises provide a unique opportunity to validate combat effectiveness and the ability to thrive and operate in austere environments. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Salvador Castro) (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

A Soldier from the 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, directs his squad during a combined-arms live-fire exercise Feb. 6, 2023, on Fort Drum, New York. Combined arms live-fire exercises provide... — 16 / 16 Show Caption + Hide Caption – A Soldier from the 2nd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division, directs his squad during a combined-arms live-fire exercise Feb. 6, 2023, on Fort Drum, New York. Combined arms live-fire exercises provide a unique opportunity to validate combat effectiveness and the ability to thrive and operate in austere environments. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Salvador Castro) (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

February in review for units assigned to XVIII Airborne Corps

January 2024

Soldiers across the10th Mountain Division (LI) trek through the snow dragging an Ahkio sled at Division Hill during the D-Series Winter Challenge, Jan. 19, at Fort Drum. Soldiers participating in D-Series had their mental and physical fortitude... — 1 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Soldiers across the10th Mountain Division (LI) trek through the snow dragging an Ahkio sled at Division Hill during the D-Series Winter Challenge, Jan. 19, at Fort Drum. Soldiers participating in D-Series had their mental and physical fortitude pushed to the limits by adapting and overcoming challenges such as qualifications for multiple critical weapons systems under simulated stress, and several hands-on tests validating knowledge over essential Alpine survival skills and unit history. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Salvador Castro.) (Photo Credit: Michael Strasser) VIEW ORIGINAL

10th Mountain Division Soldiers were transported to the landing zone at Division Hill during the D-Series XXIV winter challenge on Fort Drum, NY. Jan. 19, 2024. Today’s D-Series commemorates the trials and tribulations of the inaugural class of... — 2 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – 10th Mountain Division Soldiers were transported to the landing zone at Division Hill during the D-Series XXIV winter challenge on Fort Drum, NY. Jan. 19, 2024. Today’s D-Series commemorates the trials and tribulations of the inaugural class of the 10th Mountain Division, experienced during the culminating event held in 1944 that bears the same name. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Salvador Castro.) (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

Artillery Soldiers from Bravo Battery, 3rd Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division conduct sling-load operations and elevator drills with 3rd Attack Helicopter Battalion, 1st Aviation Regiment,... — 3 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Artillery Soldiers from Bravo Battery, 3rd Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division conduct sling-load operations and elevator drills with 3rd Attack Helicopter Battalion, 1st Aviation Regiment, 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division on Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base, Romania, Jan. 4, 2024, to increase readiness and proficiency in air assault operations. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Aiden O'Marra) (Photo Credit: Pfc. Aiden O'Marra) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers from 96th Aviation Support Battalion, 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) refuel AH-64 apache helicopters at Oxford, MS, during a Large-Scale, Long-Range Air Assault (LLAASLT) into the Joint Readiness... — 4 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Soldiers from 96th Aviation Support Battalion, 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) refuel AH-64 apache helicopters at Oxford, MS, during a Large-Scale, Long-Range Air Assault (LLAASLT) into the Joint Readiness Training Center on Fort Johnson, LA.

This exercise is intended to test and strengthen the unit's readiness. Close to 80 U.S. Army helicopters from Fort Campbell, KY will stop at several locations throughout the flight path to refuel and resupply before they assault onto the training objectives at Fort Johnson, LA. There are four FARPs: Millington, TN, Oxford, MS, Monroe, LA, and Alexandria, LA. (Photo Credit: Capt. Hayley Haka) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army AH-64E Apache helicopters assigned to 82nd Aviation Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Liberty, North Carolina, fly over the Bombing Target 11 range on Piney Island, North Carolina, during a forward arming and refueling point... — 5 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army AH-64E Apache helicopters assigned to 82nd Aviation Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division of Fort Liberty, North Carolina, fly over the Bombing Target 11 range on Piney Island, North Carolina, during a forward arming and refueling point exercise, Jan. 22, 2024. Soldiers used Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point’s authentic training environment to refine tactical proficiency and adaptability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Noah Braswell) (Photo Credit: Cpl. Noah Braswell) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, alongside medics assigned to the 44th Medical Brigade, plan their route at a night land navigation event during the Division’s best medic competition on Fort Liberty, North Carolina,... — 6 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, alongside medics assigned to the 44th Medical Brigade, plan their route at a night land navigation event during the Division’s best medic competition on Fort Liberty, North Carolina, Jan. 18, 2024. The competition, hosted by the 82nd Abn. Div., tested Soldiers' medical knowledge and physical ability as they completed a 13-mile ruck, stress shoot, obstacle course, medical knowledge testing lanes, and a written test. The two highest scoring competitors from each unit are scheduled to move on as a team and represent their respective organizations at the Command Sgt. Maj. Jack Clark Army Best Medic Competition on Fort Liberty in March. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Lilliana Magoon) (Photo Credit: Spc. Lilliana Magoon) VIEW ORIGINAL

The team from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division work together to drag an Ahkio sled through Division Hill landing zone during the D-Series XXIV winter... — 7 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – The team from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2nd Battalion, 30th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division work together to drag an Ahkio sled through Division Hill landing zone during the D-Series XXIV winter challenge on Fort Drum, NY, Jan. 19, 2024. D-Series references the culminating exercise the original 10th Mountain Division Soldiers went through from March-April in 1944, to prepare for combat in the mountains of Italy. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Salvador Castro) (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

CH-47 Chinook helicopters from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) arrive at the Millington-Memphis Airport to conduct refueling and resupply on January 13, 2024, during a Large-Scale Long-Range Air Assault into the Joint Readiness Training... — 8 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – CH-47 Chinook helicopters from the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) arrive at the Millington-Memphis Airport to conduct refueling and resupply on January 13, 2024, during a Large-Scale Long-Range Air Assault into the Joint Readiness Training Center on Fort Johnson, LA. This exercise is intended to test and strengthen the unit's readiness. Close to 80 U.S. Army helicopters from Fort Campbell, KY will stop at several locations throughout the flight path to refuel and resupply before they assault onto the training objectives at Fort Johnson, LA. There are four forward arming and refueling points (FARPs): Millington, TN, Oxford, MS, Monroe, LA, and Alexandria, LA. (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Joseph Truesdale) VIEW ORIGINAL

Estonian President Alar Karis and U.S. Ambassador to Estonia George P. Kent join U.S. Army Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, "Leader Rakkasans," 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault),... — 9 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Estonian President Alar Karis and U.S. Ambassador to Estonia George P. Kent join U.S. Army Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment, "Leader Rakkasans," 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), supporting 3rd Infantry Division at the conclusion of a military on urban terrain training exercise conducted at the Nursipalu Training Area as part of a tour of Camp Taara, Estonia, Jan. 25, 2024. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Oscar Gollaz) (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Oscar Gollaz) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Spc. Zachary C. Smith, an assistant gunner with Headquarters and Headquarters “Hazard” Company, 2nd Battalion, 69th Armored Regiment “Panther Battalion,” 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, trudges through the... — 10 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Spc. Zachary C. Smith, an assistant gunner with Headquarters and Headquarters “Hazard” Company, 2nd Battalion, 69th Armored Regiment “Panther Battalion,” 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, trudges through the snow during the land navigation portion of the Croatian “Winter Challenge” at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Jan. 5, 2024. The Croatian “Winter Challenge” had four different countries competing: the 3rd Infantry Division representing the U.S., the 12th Croatian Contingent “Iron Boars” representing Croatia, the Romanian Air Defense “Transylvanian Gepards” representing Romania, and the 15th Mechanized Brigade representing Poland. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe.
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Spc. Dawson Webster Radio Telephone Operator (RTO) for Bravo Battery, 3rd Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, "Task Force 82", monitors his radio during elevator drills on Mihail... — 11 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Spc. Dawson Webster Radio Telephone Operator (RTO) for Bravo Battery, 3rd Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, "Task Force 82", monitors his radio during elevator drills on Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base, Romania, Jan. 4, 2024. UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from 3rd Attack Helicopter Battalion, 1st Aviation Regiment, 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division supported the 101st Airborne Division Artillery Soldiers by moving M119 howitzers by air to increase proficiency in air assault operations. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Jonathan Hornby) (Photo Credit: Sgt. 1st Class Jonathan Hornby) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Soldiers with 3rd Battalion, 67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, join Lithuanian Speaker of Parliament Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen during a tour of Camp Herkus, Lithuania Jan. 4. 2024. The 3rd... — 12 / 13 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Soldiers with 3rd Battalion, 67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, join Lithuanian Speaker of Parliament Viktorija Čmilytė-Nielsen during a tour of Camp Herkus, Lithuania Jan. 4. 2024. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Oscar Gollaz) (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Oscar Gollaz) VIEW ORIGINAL

January in review for units assigned to XVIII Airborne Corps

December 2023

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 3rd Infantry Division Artillery and 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, 18th Airborne Corps, demonstrate the M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) to... — 1 / 10 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 3rd Infantry Division Artillery and 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, 18th Airborne Corps, demonstrate the M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) to multinational soldiers from NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Latvia during a live-fire exercise at Camp Adazi, Latvia, Dec. 2, 2023. During the exercise, HIMARS flew into a nearby airfield and rapidly began its live-fire mission, showcasing its mobility and rapid infiltration capabilities and enhancing interoperability amongst NATO Allies. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. H Howey) (Photo Credit: Capt. H Howey) VIEW ORIGINAL

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Warrant Officer Timothy Rogers, the commander of the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division Band, presents a 3rd Infantry Division drum cover to Ewa Bernacka, a teacher at the Krakow School for the Blind, following a performance and music workshop... — 6 / 10 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Warrant Officer Timothy Rogers, the commander of the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division Band, presents a 3rd Infantry Division drum cover to Ewa Bernacka, a teacher at the Krakow School for the Blind, following a performance and music workshop for students in Krakow, Poland, Dec. 7, 2023. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO Allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Maj. Joe Trovato) (Photo Credit: Maj. Joseph Trovato) VIEW ORIGINAL

2nd Lt. Joseph Dandridge, a signal officer, with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 10th Mountain Division Artillery, establishes communications using a single channel ground and airborne radio system RT-1523 with 10th Mountain Division... — 7 / 10 Show Caption + Hide Caption – 2nd Lt. Joseph Dandridge, a signal officer, with Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 10th Mountain Division Artillery, establishes communications using a single channel ground and airborne radio system RT-1523 with 10th Mountain Division Artillery, Fort Drum, N.Y. from Ethan Allen, Vermont on Dec. 3, 2023 at Ethan Allen. Hunter EMS VII is an exercise, held on Fort Drum and Ethan Allen, VT from Dec. 4-5, 2023, aimed to validate and improve the division's operational capacity in an ever-evolving battlefield by combining kinetic and non-kinetic effects. (Photo Credit: Spc. Kaylan Joseph) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Pfc. William Arnett, left, and Spc. George Rivera, both assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division, drag a casualty to a safe location during European Best Medic Competition (EBMC) at Grafenwoehr, Germany Dec. 6, 2023. The European Best Medic... — 8 / 10 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Pfc. William Arnett, left, and Spc. George Rivera, both assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division, drag a casualty to a safe location during European Best Medic Competition (EBMC) at Grafenwoehr, Germany Dec. 6, 2023. The European Best Medic Competition tests competencies, skills, and readiness of European theater medics so they can respond more effectively and efficiently. The highest winners of U.S. forces are selected to represent the European region at Fort Liberty, North Carolina. (U.S. Army Reserve photo by Spc. William Kuang) (Photo Credit: Spc. William Kuang) VIEW ORIGINAL

An M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System from 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, 18th Airborne Corps, fires a rocket during a HIMARS rapid infiltration exercise at Camp Adazi, Latvia, Dec. 2, 2023. ... — 9 / 10 Show Caption + Hide Caption – An M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System from 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, 18th Airborne Corps, fires a rocket during a HIMARS rapid infiltration exercise at Camp Adazi, Latvia, Dec. 2, 2023. During the exercise, a Belgian transport flight from Germany landed in Latvia where the HIMARS rapidly moved to its fighting position at Camp Adazi. The exercise demonstrated the ability to quickly mobilize and employ HIMARS across the Baltics. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Oscar Gollaz) (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Oscar Gollaz) VIEW ORIGINAL

December in review for units assigned to XVIII Airborne Corps

November 2023

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U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jaden Brown, a tank commander with Alpha “Ares” Company, 3rd Battalion, 67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, stands in front of his tank during the Strong Griffin exercise at... — 5 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jaden Brown, a tank commander with Alpha “Ares” Company, 3rd Battalion, 67th Armored Regiment, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, stands in front of his tank during the Strong Griffin exercise at Pabrade Training Area, Lithuania, Nov. 16, 2023. Strong Griffin 2023 saw Task Force Marne Soldiers serve as an opposing fighting force for the Griffin Brigade of the Lithuanian Armed Forces, which provided an opportunity to share Allied tactics and strategies. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Tuitama, an infantryman assigned to Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), shouts commands above the noise of a simulated firefight during Exercise Southern... — 6 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Tuitama, an infantryman assigned to Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), shouts commands above the noise of a simulated firefight during Exercise Southern Vanguard 24 in Oiapoque, Brazil, on Nov. 12, 2023. Southern Vanguard is an annual exercise at the operational and tactical levels to increase interoperability between U.S and Western Hemisphere forces, in this instance, Brazil. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Joseph Liggio) (Photo Credit: Spc. Joseph Liggio) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Sgt. Nathaniel Hudson and MWD Kiefly, both assigned to the 550th Military Working Dog Detachment, 16th Military Police Brigade, conduct a react to an IED lane at Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 16, 2023. Military Working Dogs are used to keep... — 7 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Sgt. Nathaniel Hudson and MWD Kiefly, both assigned to the 550th Military Working Dog Detachment, 16th Military Police Brigade, conduct a react to an IED lane at Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 16, 2023. Military Working Dogs are used to keep military bases and personnel safe by deterring drug trafficking and other criminal activity. (Photo Credit: Spc. Jazzmin Spain) VIEW ORIGINAL

Spc. Jay Cartwright, machine gunner, Spc. Jason Daniel, infantryman, and Pfc. Jeremy Nwanze, infantryman assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), assault an objective during... — 8 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Spc. Jay Cartwright, machine gunner, Spc. Jason Daniel, infantryman, and Pfc. Jeremy Nwanze, infantryman assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), assault an objective during the final assault of Exercise Southern Vanguard 24 in Oiapoque, Brazil, Nov. 15, 2023. Southern Vanguard, an annual bilateral exercise which rotates between partner nations in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility, is designed to enhance partner interoperability between the U.S. and partner nation forces. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Joshua Taeckens) (Photo Credit: Spc. Joshua Taeckens) VIEW ORIGINAL

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A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) applies face paint before an air assault operation in Amapá, Brazil, during Exercise Southern Vanguard 24, Nov.... — 10 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) applies face paint before an air assault operation in Amapá, Brazil, during Exercise Southern Vanguard 24, Nov. 8, 2023. Southern Vanguard, an annual bilateral exercise which rotates between partner nations in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility, is designed to enhance partner interoperability between the U.S. and partner nation forces. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Joshua Taeckens) (Photo Credit: Spc. Joshua Taeckens) VIEW ORIGINAL

The 82nd Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade and 307th Brigade Support Batallion are awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for their meritorious actions in the Afghanistan withdrawl in August of 2020 on Fort Liberty, NC, Nov 9, 2023. Following... — 11 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – The 82nd Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade and 307th Brigade Support Batallion are awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for their meritorious actions in the Afghanistan withdrawl in August of 2020 on Fort Liberty, NC, Nov 9, 2023. Following the ceremony Provider 6 (Col. Robert Rowe Commander of the 82nd Airborne Division Sustainment Brigade) provided remarks on the significant and historical importance of the 82nd Airborne Division. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Vincent Levelev) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Vincent Levelev) VIEW ORIGINAL

A U.S. Army CH-47F Chinook helicopter from the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division carry’s equipment during a two gun raid dry fire exercise on Fort Drum, New York, Nov. 6, 2023. The exercise conducted by 1st Platoon, Charlie... — 12 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – A U.S. Army CH-47F Chinook helicopter from the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade, 10th Mountain Division carry’s equipment during a two gun raid dry fire exercise on Fort Drum, New York, Nov. 6, 2023. The exercise conducted by 1st Platoon, Charlie Battery, 3rd Battalion, 6th Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division validates their ability to carry out a platoon raid and build competency and knowledge of air assault operations. U.S. Army Photo by Salvador Castro). (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

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FORT LIBERTY, N.C. — U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Frederick O'Connell, left, and Warrant Officer Walter Dumont, right, Apache Helicopter pilots, speak with prospective Soldiers about the various uses of the AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopter... — 14 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – FORT LIBERTY, N.C. — U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Frederick O'Connell, left, and Warrant Officer Walter Dumont, right, Apache Helicopter pilots, speak with prospective Soldiers about the various uses of the AH-64 Apache Attack Helicopter during the Meet Your Army Day event at Pike Field on Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 8, 2023. The AH-64E program is the most current evolution of the Apache. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Omar Joseph) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Omar Joseph) VIEW ORIGINAL

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An M1A2 Abrams tank assigned to 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division travels down a tank trail during a Situational Training Exercise lane at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Nov. 8, 2023. STX training lanes give tank crews the... — 16 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – An M1A2 Abrams tank assigned to 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division travels down a tank trail during a Situational Training Exercise lane at Fort Stewart, Georgia, Nov. 8, 2023. STX training lanes give tank crews the opportunity to test their proficiency in simulated combat with other tanks. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Benjamin Hale) (Photo Credit: Pvt. Benjamin Hale) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) get off a Brazilian Army helicopter for an air assault operation in Amapá, Brazil. during Exercise Southern... — 17 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) get off a Brazilian Army helicopter for an air assault operation in Amapá, Brazil. during Exercise Southern Vanguard 24, Nov. 8, 2023. Southern Vanguard, an annual bilateral exercise which rotates between partner nations in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility, is designed to enhance partner interoperability between the U.S. and partner nation forces. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Joshua Taeckens) (Photo Credit: Spc. Joshua Taeckens) VIEW ORIGINAL

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U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Brazilian Army soldiers assigned to 52nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade conduct movement after arriving at... — 19 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Brazilian Army soldiers assigned to 52nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Brigade conduct movement after arriving at the landing zone in an air assault operation in Amapá, Brazil, during Exercise Southern Vanguard 24, Nov. 8, 2023. Southern Vanguard, an annual bilateral exercise which rotates between partner nations in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility, is designed to enhance partner interoperability between the U.S. and partner nation forces. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Joshua Taeckens) (Photo Credit: Spc. Joshua Taeckens) VIEW ORIGINAL

FORT LIBERTY, N.C. – U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Barnes, a military policeman in the 16th Military Police Brigade, demonstrates how to subdue an assailant during training for borrowed military manpower on Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 3, 2023.... — 20 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – FORT LIBERTY, N.C. – U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin Barnes, a military policeman in the 16th Military Police Brigade, demonstrates how to subdue an assailant during training for borrowed military manpower on Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 3, 2023. This training helps prepare Soldiers who will be augmenting military police and law enforcement on Fort Liberty. (U.S. Army Photo by Sgt. Omar Joseph) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Omar Joseph) VIEW ORIGINAL

Soldiers assigned to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) sample an abiu fruit at a basic Brazilian jungle familiarization course ahead of Southern Vanguard 24 in Belem, Brazil, Nov. 02, 2023. Southern Vanguard 24 is an annual bilateral... — 21 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Soldiers assigned to the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) sample an abiu fruit at a basic Brazilian jungle familiarization course ahead of Southern Vanguard 24 in Belem, Brazil, Nov. 02, 2023. Southern Vanguard 24 is an annual bilateral exercise designed to enhance partner interoperability between participating U.S., Brazil and Partner Nation forces. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Pietrantoni) (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Jonathan Pietrantoni) VIEW ORIGINAL

Collegiate wrestlers from Army West Point and Campbell University compete during the Battle at Liberty, a college wrestling tournament held to increase local recruitment efforts on Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 1, 2023. Battle at Liberty was a combined... — 22 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Collegiate wrestlers from Army West Point and Campbell University compete during the Battle at Liberty, a college wrestling tournament held to increase local recruitment efforts on Fort Liberty, N.C., Nov. 1, 2023. Battle at Liberty was a combined effort between XVIII Airborne Corps and the Raleigh recruiting team to foster a relationship with the local community. (Photo Credit: Sgt. Daniel Ramos) VIEW ORIGINAL

A U.S. Soldier assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division scans the area for opposing forces during Combined Resolve 24-01 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center near Hohenfels, Germany, Oct. 29, 2023.
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Combined Resolve is a U.S. Army Europe and Africa exercise training U.S. Soldiers and NATO allies and partners, providing training in support of NATO deterrence initiatives. Approximately 4,000 soldiers from 14 nations are participating in Combined Resolve 24-01. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jaimee Perez) (Photo Credit: Pfc. Jaimee Perez) VIEW ORIGINAL

A U.S. Soldier from the 10th Mountain Division and a Soldier from the Finnish Army look over a map from a simulated brigade command post during Combined Resolve 24-01 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center near Hohenfels, Germany, Oct. 29,... — 24 / 24 Show Caption + Hide Caption – A U.S. Soldier from the 10th Mountain Division and a Soldier from the Finnish Army look over a map from a simulated brigade command post during Combined Resolve 24-01 at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center near Hohenfels, Germany, Oct. 29, 2023.The Finnish Army, working with their U.S. counterparts, replicated a brigade virtually during the exercise.

Combined Resolve 24-01 is a reoccurring U.S. Army Europe and Africa Training Exercise, designed to prepare U.S brigade combat teams, NATO allies and partners in support of NATO deterrence initiatives. Approximately 4,000 Soldiers from 14 nations participated in this event. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Rebecca Call) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Rebecca Call) VIEW ORIGINAL

November in review for units assigned to XVIII Airborne Corps

October 2023

October in review for units assigned to XVIII Airborne Corps

U.S. Army Soldiers with 9th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, supporting NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland (eFP Poland), joined other multinational troops from Albania, Canada,... — 1 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Soldiers with 9th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, supporting NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland (eFP Poland), joined other multinational troops from Albania, Canada, Czech Republic, Germany, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Spain, and the United Kingdom with eFP Latvia for exercise Verboom in Adazi, Latvia, Oct. 28, 2023. During exercise Verboom, U.S. engineers supported eFP Latvia by constructing an improvised door handle charge to demonstrate how to infiltrate a locked door. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Capt. H Howey) (Photo Credit: Capt. H Howey) VIEW ORIGINAL

Spc. Jack Okeffe with the 317th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 10th Mountain Division descends down a cliff while wearing a rucksack during the Alpine Operations Course on Fort Drum, New York, Oct. 25, 2023. Soldiers got the opportunity to ascend and... — 2 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Spc. Jack Okeffe with the 317th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 10th Mountain Division descends down a cliff while wearing a rucksack during the Alpine Operations Course on Fort Drum, New York, Oct. 25, 2023. Soldiers got the opportunity to ascend and descend a cliff using various knot tying techniques that tested their effectiveness. ( U.S. Army photo by Salvador Castro.). (Photo Credit: Spc. Salvador Castro) VIEW ORIGINAL

Lt. Gen. Pasi Välimäki, Commander of the Finnish Army, and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Gregory Anderson, Commanding General of the 10th Mountain Division, meet with Soldiers during a battlefield circulation during Combined Resolve 24-01 at the Joint... — 3 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Lt. Gen. Pasi Välimäki, Commander of the Finnish Army, and U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Gregory Anderson, Commanding General of the 10th Mountain Division, meet with Soldiers during a battlefield circulation during Combined Resolve 24-01 at the Joint Multinational Training Center near Hohenfels, Germany, Oct. 24, 2023.

Combined Resolve is a U.S. Army Europe and Africa exercise for U.S. Soldiers and NATO allies and partners, providing training in support of NATO deterrence initiatives. Approximately 4,000 soldiers from 14 nationals are participating in Combined Resolve 24-01. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Dana Clarke) (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Dana M Clarke) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, perform an airborne demonstration during the Thunder Over the Rock air show on Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Oct. 21, 2023. About 200 Paratroopers, from... — 4 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division, perform an airborne demonstration during the Thunder Over the Rock air show on Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas, Oct. 21, 2023. About 200 Paratroopers, from Fort Liberty, North Carolina, demonstrated their capabilities as masters of the joint force entry when they secured an airfield during the small-scale seizure exercise. Thunder Over the Rock, a free community event, highlights military aerial capabilities and aims to inspire future generations in opportunities within the aviation industry. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jayreliz Batista Prado) (Photo Credit: Pfc. Jayreliz Batista Prado) VIEW ORIGINAL

5 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Sgt. Daeshawn Duffie, a military police Soldier assigned to the 16th Military Police Brigade, performs the deadlift for the Army Combat Fitness Test at Fort Liberty, N.C., Oct. 16, 2023. This was during the brigade's Best Squad competition. (Photo Credit: Pfc. Alexcia Rupert) VIEW ORIGINAL

Team members with 44th Medical Brigade and U.S. Army Materiel Command participate in practical application during an Expeditionary Deployable Oxygen Concentration System (EDOCS) training, Fort Detrick, Md., Sept. 28, 2023. The training was a... — 6 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – Team members with 44th Medical Brigade and U.S. Army Materiel Command participate in practical application during an Expeditionary Deployable Oxygen Concentration System (EDOCS) training, Fort Detrick, Md., Sept. 28, 2023. The training was a collaboration between the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity (USAMMDA), AMC and 44th MED to introduce medical care providers and system subject matter experts to the newly fielded EDOCS as part of a wider expeditionary oxygen generation modernization effort. USAMMDA – the DoD’s premier developer of world-class military medical capabilities – develops, delivers, and fields critical drugs, vaccines, biologics, devices, and medical support equipment to protect and preserve the lives of Warfighters across the globe. (U.S. Army Photo by Cameron E. Parks/Released) (Photo Credit: Cameron Parks) VIEW ORIGINAL

U.S. Soldiers assigned to 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, supporting 3rd Infantry Division, demonstrate M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) operations to... — 7 / 7 Show Caption + Hide Caption – U.S. Soldiers assigned to 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 18th Field Artillery Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, supporting 3rd Infantry Division, demonstrate M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) operations to multinational troops comprising NATO’s enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Estonia during a live-fire exercise at Central Training Area, Estonia, Sept. 27, 2023. The 3rd Infantry Division’s mission in Europe is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, working alongside NATO allies and regional security partners to provide combat-credible forces to V Corps, America’s forward deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.; Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.; Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.; Sgt. Cesar Salazar Jr.; S...) VIEW ORIGINAL

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What is Sunset Liberty March?

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Be a part of the movement!

Who can participate?

Anyone with base access is able to take part in the march.

Where does it take place?

At the intersection of Honeycutt and Liberty Trail and ends near where Randolph & Butner intersect.

When does it take place?

It occurs daily 2000 to 2100.

How long is the march?

Sunset Liberty March is a .6-mile march.

What is the purpose of Sunset Liberty March?

It solemnly honors veterans past and present, uniting participants in a shared cause. It serves as a powerful memorial to the history of valor and dedication displayed by our military, symbolizing the enduring principles of liberty.

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Joint Innovation Outpost

The LTG James M. Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost (JIOP) is where urgent operational needs meet rapid solutions.

The JIOP serves as the Army's nexus for rapid innovation, bridging the gap between the warfighter and cutting-edge technology by uniting government, industry, and academia. From counter-UAS architecture to predictive tactical medical care to autonomous breaching capabilities, the JIOP accelerates dual-use technologies from discovery to employment.

Operating in focused 90-120 day program increments and two-week sprints, the JIOP delivers tangible warfighting advantages at speed. Innovation thrives in the right environment.

Interested in partnering with us? Click here to learn how to engage with the Joint Innovation Outpost and request a partnership.

Official Logo of the Lt. Gen. James Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost (Photo Credit: Staff Sgt. Rene Rosas) VIEW ORIGINAL

As the nexus for innovations and transformation initiatives within the XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the JIOP facilitates collaboration between military personnel, industry leaders, and academic institutions. This collaborative environment allows Soldiers to present the solutions or problems they have been working on, enabling partnerships that refine and implement innovative solutions with the potential to impact the entire formation.

XVIII Airborne Corps delivering on SECARMY innovation priorities — The Lt. Gen. James M. Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost on Fort Bragg, N.C. is the XVIII Airborne Corps' home for innovation and transformation in contact. On Dec. 1, 2025, the XVIII Airborne Corps held a soft launch for the JIOP, a collaborative office space that will host defense industry, academia, military and tech leaders in one place that fosters innovation and speed to solve the most pressing issues for warfighters on the battlefield. (Photo Credit: Maj. Jonathon Daniell) VIEW ORIGINAL

Historically, the Army acquisition process has faced limitations due to traditional bureaucratic structures that slow down innovation and responsiveness to evolving threats. The establishment of the JIOP represents a significant shift in this approach, addressing the need for modernization by integrating outside partners and entities into the Army’s acquisition strategy. By fostering innovation and collaboration, the JIOP aims to expedite the delivery of advanced technologies, ensuring that Soldiers have the tools necessary to maintain overmatch against adversaries. This initiative aligns with the Army’s broader goals of breaking through bureaucratic stagnation and bringing in external expertise to tackle internal challenges.

Named after Lt. Gen. James Gavin, a champion of military innovation and airborne operations, the JIOP embodies his legacy of leveraging new technologies to enhance operational effectiveness. The JIOP is strategically located at Fort Bragg, a premier center for military operations, and is supported by key stakeholders, including Army leadership and industry partners. By creating a framework that emphasizes accelerated innovation and enhanced collaboration, the JIOP is positioned to serve as a model for future Army initiatives, reflecting a commitment to continuous improvement and experimentation in military operations.

The JIOP’s impact on the acquisition process is profound, as it streamlines innovation acquisition by reducing bureaucratic hurdles and accelerating timelines for technology delivery. By connecting innovation directly to operational needs, the JIOP enables real-world applications of cutting-edge solutions, fostering a culture of rapid prototyping and testing.

As the Army faces complex challenges, the JIOP stands as a beacon of hope for sustaining innovation and collaboration, ultimately enhancing the Army’s competitive edge in technology.

Joint Innovation Outpost

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The Joint Innovation Outpost supports the Secretary of War’s and Secretary of the Army’s directives to accelerate acquisition alongside Soldier innovation.

The Joint Innovation Outpost leads a fully resourced, expert acquisition organization rapidly delivering combat-effective capabilities across all warfighting functions to the operational force, fostering innovation, synchronization, and partner collaboration for warfighter overmatch in near-peer conflicts.

The Joint Innovation Outpost executes Technical Innovation Objectives in 90 to 120 day program increments utilizing two-week sprints over an agile framework.
- Strategically aligned to directly support the Army’s Transformation Initiative
- 26 Total partners
- 40,000 Square feet
- $26.3 Million construction and renovation Over 25 personnel on staff
- Increased access from nonprime defense companies
- Directly engage tactical level elements to evaluate capabilities for tailored testing and evaluations
- Establish direct industry and consortium links for new tactical needs
Scarlet Dragon

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jesus Bustamante, a Houston, Texas, native and a high mobility artillery rocket system operator with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division rides in a M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System during exercise Scarlet Dragon in Dugway, Utah, Feb. 2, 2023. Scarlet Dragon is a joint exercise in which the U.S. military branches test their interoperability capability with joint units. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray) (Photo Credit: Lance Cpl. Emma Gray) VIEW ORIGINAL

The Scarlet Dragon (SD) series is a training initiative for the XVIII Airborne Corps, focusing on Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2-P), Mission Command Information System (MCIS), and artificial intelligence (AI). This series enhances readiness, interoperability, and lethality in support of the Joint Force, interagency partners, and international allies. Since its inception in 2020, Scarlet Dragon has refined the Corps’ operational capabilities in line with the CJADC2 warfighting concept, facilitating the sharing of live data and the integration of AI to optimize joint, interagency, and partnered operations.
Dragon's Lair

U.S. Army 1st Lt. Olivia Carter, Spc. Jesse Cooper, and Spc. Robert Duncan present the Kraken Actuator Protection System (KAPS) during the Dragon’s Lair 11 innovation competition at the Airborne Innovation Laboratory on Fort Bragg, North Carolina, June 25, 2025. Designed to reduce Soldier exposure during wet gap crossings, the KAPS is a low-cost actuator solution that enhances safety and operational effectiveness during bridging operations. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Jazzmin Spain) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Jazzmin Spain) VIEW ORIGINAL

Dragon’s Lair is an innovative initiative within the XVIII Airborne Corps designed to empower Soldiers to develop solutions for current and future battlefield challenges. By focusing on Soldier-led innovation, Dragon’s Lair emphasizes the importance of frontline insights in creating effective strategies and technologies. The exercise enhances the Army’s adaptability and readiness in an evolving operational landscape but also fosters collaboration across the joint force, ensuring that the ingenuity of every Soldier is harnessed. Dragon’s Lair represents a commitment to building a problem-solving force capable of addressing complex issues from the tactical to the strategic levels, reinforcing the Army’s position as a leader in modern warfare.

JIOP Director

Joint Innovation Outpost Director

COL. THOMAS MONAGHAN JR.

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Subordinate Unit Innovation Portals

3rd Infantry Division (Marne Innovations)

For 3ID Soldiers interested in innovation at Fort Stewart:

https://home.army.mil/stewart/contact/marne-innovations
10th Mountain Division

https://10thmtn.soldierinnovation.com/sMain/landing
82nd Airborne Division (Airborne Innovation Lab)

For 82nd Soldiers interested in innovation at Fort Liberty:

https://www.army.mil/82ndAirborne#org-airborne-innovation-lab
101st Airborne Division (Eaglewerx)

For 101st Soldiers interested in innovation at Fort Campbell:

https://home.army.mil/campbell/eaglewerx

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