U.S. Army squads tackles the Iron Traverse Rugged Terrain Trail, Stress Shoot and Obstacle Course during the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Best Squad Competition at Grafenwoehr Training Area, Germany, July 31, 2026. These demanding events push squads to move with speed, precision and teamwork as they navigate barriers, climb obstacles and sustain momentum under intense physical stress. Each lane reinforces combat readiness, resilience and the ability to operate as a cohesive, lethal team in challenging environments.
Teams from across U.S. Army Europe and Africa will compete at Grafenwoehr through Aug. 6, 2026, for the title of Best Squad. The competition measures squad effectiveness, communication and cohesion, along with each Soldier’s technical and tactical proficiency, endurance and fortitude. Winners will advance to represent U.S. Army Europe and Africa at the Army Best Squad Competition, where one noncommissioned officer and one junior Soldier from the top squad will earn the titles of the Army’s Best NCO and Best Soldier of the Year. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Scyrrus Corregidor)
| Date Taken: | 07.31.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.31.2026 13:37 |
| Category: | B-Roll |
| Video ID: | 1017103 |
| VIRIN: | 260731-A-MQ729-8485 |
| Filename: | DOD_111875483 |
| Length: | 00:24:47 |
| Location: | GRAFENWOEHR, BAYERN, DE |
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