U.S. Soldiers assigned to multiple units under U.S. Army Europe and Africa zero and qualify with the M4 rifle and M17 pistol during the United States Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition at the Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, Aug. 20, 2025. Teams from across U.S. Army Europe and Africa test their tactical proficiency, communication, and overall cohesion as they compete for the title of Best Squad. Winners of this competition will advance to represent USAREUR-AF at the U.S. Army Best Squad Competition. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Randis Monroe)
In commemoration of the 9/11/2021 attacks, the USAG-Italy Fire Department hosted a public Firefighter Challenge. This event includes a series of physical challenges, including a charged hose pull, a dummy drag, a Keiser sled, and a tire flip. Right, U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Chad B. Harness, command sergeant major of SETAF-AF and his wife, Angelique Harness, participate in the activity. The event serves to honor the memories of fallen heroes while underscoring the unwavering commitment of emergency responders worldwide. The objective of the initiative is to ensure the conservation of this heritage for posterity. Camp Darby, Italy, Sep. 11, 2025 (U.S. Army photo by Elena Baladelli).
