U.S. Army Maj. Gen. James Bartholomees (right), commanding general of the 25th Infantry Division, places an exercise patch on Philippine Army Maj. Gen. Efren Morados, vice commander of the Philippine Army, during the opening ceremony for Salaknib 2026 at Fort Magsaysay, Philippines, April 6, 2026. The traditional patch exchange symbolizes the deep partnership and shared commitment between the two allied forces. Salaknib is an annual exercise designed to enhance U.S. and Philippine Army readiness and interoperability. (U.S. Army photo by Cpl. Lilly Ekberg)
| Date Taken: | 04.06.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.06.2026 06:58 |
| Photo ID: | 9599486 |
| VIRIN: | 260406-A-MA645-3625 |
| Resolution: | 5522x3681 |
| Size: | 9.63 MB |
| Location: | FORT MAGSAYSAY, PH |
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