U.S. service members participate in Romania’s National Day Parade [Image 2 of 6]

BUCHAREST, ROMANIA

12.01.2018

Photo by Staff Sgt. Kris Bonet 

24th Theater Public Affairs Support Element

A U.S. Army MIM-104 Patriot with the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command parades through the Arch of Triumph as part of Romania’s National Day Parade celebrating the 100th anniversary of Unification Day at Bucharest, Romania, Dec. 1, 2018.

The U.S.’ participation in Romania’s National Day parade in honor of Unification Day shows our continued dedication to working side-by-side with our essential allies.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the unification of Transylvania, Bessarabia, and Bukovina with the Romanian Kingdom in 1918. Romanians celebrate the historical event each year on Unification day, which falls on Dec. 1.

U.S. Army Col. David E. Shank, commander of the 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, said that we work shoulder to shoulder with Romanian soldiers and they are very strong NATO partners. He added, our relationship helps to ensure security in the region, and our relationship is even stronger now.

Over a few short years, U.S. European Command has significantly increased its presence in Romania. The continued partnership aims to improve regional security and build relationships through regular combined exercises and training.

“Parading along with the U.S. service members on our National Day is yet another sign of the strong partnership that bonds our nations and a clear message of unity in front of the current security challenges,” said Romanian Lt. Col. Constantin Balan, head of the Romanian Ministry of Defense’s Press Office.

The U.S.’ support for Romania’s National Day Parade is a prime example of a collective dedication to detouring aggression and continued Romanian prosperity.

• Date Taken: 12.01.2018
• Date Posted: 12.01.2018 08:05
• Photo ID: 4939839
• VIRIN: 181201-A-CI827-881
• Resolution: 5472x3078
• Size: 2.3 MB
• Location: BUCHAREST, RO