Hard power remains irreplaceable in preserving our strategic edge. Defender 25 is built to strengthen and demonstrate that capability. This video highlights the extensive joint logistical effort required to support the large-scale U.S. Army training exercise, Defender 25. (U.S. Army video by Josiana Greenaway)
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Michelle E. Updike, incoming Commander of 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, passes the Regimental Colors during the 18th CSSB Change of Command ceremony at 7th Army Training Command's Grafenwoehr parade field, Tower Barracks, Grafenwoehr, Germany, June 12, 2025. Lt. Col. Nicholas R. Gauvin relinquished command of 18th CSSB to Lt. Col. Michelle E. Updike. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Tomas J. Arce)
