LESZNO, Poland – Polish soldiers stand in formation in the town square Jan. 17, 2017, during a remembrance ceremony honoring the Greater Poland Uprising of 1918-19. Jan. 17 marked the 97th anniversary of the day when German occupation of the newly-independent country of Poland ended following World War I. U.S. Soldiers from 3rd Armored Brigade, 4th Infantry Division were invited to attend the celebrations by their Polish counterparts. The arrival of 3rd Arm. Bde. Cmbt. Tm., 4th Inf. Div., marks the start of back-to-back rotations of armored brigades in Europe as part of Atlantic Resolve. This rotation will enhance deterrence capabilities in the region, improve the U.S. ability to respond to potential crises and defend allies and partners in the European community. U.S. forces will focus on strengthening capabilities and sustaining readiness through bilateral and multinational training and exercises.
Date Taken: | 01.17.2017 |
Date Posted: | 01.18.2017 04:22 |
Photo ID: | 3104019 |
VIRIN: | 170117-A-XQ291-579 |
Resolution: | 4025x2262 |
Size: | 5.8 MB |
Location: | LESZNO, PL |
Web Views: | 45 |
Downloads: | 9 |
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