WEBVTT 00:05.219 --> 00:07.275 You have reached your destination of 00:07.275 --> 00:09.970 choice , the US Army Garrison Penellas . 00:10.090 --> 00:12.569 Welcome to this proud team . We are 00:12.569 --> 00:14.800 trained , accountable professionals . 00:15.090 --> 00:17.312 We create value for our communities and 00:17.312 --> 00:19.690 mission partners . We ensure our people 00:19.690 --> 00:22.659 feel valued . This isn't just a 00:22.659 --> 00:25.229 garrison , it's a thriving and vibrant 00:25.229 --> 00:27.319 community , a hub of innovation , 00:27.350 --> 00:30.000 protection and purpose . We play a 00:30.000 --> 00:32.159 unique role in supporting NATO , the 00:32.159 --> 00:34.270 most powerful alliance in the world . 00:34.520 --> 00:36.742 We're a critical foundation for service 00:36.742 --> 00:38.742 members , diplomats , and staff who 00:38.742 --> 00:41.479 advance the mission each day . Here we 00:41.479 --> 00:43.540 provide the backbone of operations , 00:43.840 --> 00:46.062 protection and support that allows NATO 00:46.062 --> 00:48.200 to safeguard freedom and security 00:48.200 --> 00:50.990 worldwide . We are located at the 00:50.990 --> 00:53.212 crossroads of Europe and at the gateway 00:53.212 --> 00:55.323 of the Atlantic Bridge that joins the 00:55.323 --> 00:57.379 European Union and the United States 00:57.379 --> 00:59.470 together . Our footprint spans over 00:59.470 --> 01:01.248 three countries , Belgium , the 01:01.248 --> 01:04.440 Netherlands , and Germany . Our 01:04.440 --> 01:06.650 workforce is an enriching mix of US 01:06.650 --> 01:09.250 soldiers and US , Belgian , Dutch and 01:09.250 --> 01:12.230 German civilians . This is what we 01:12.230 --> 01:15.010 dreamed of , what we invested in and 01:15.010 --> 01:17.489 what we've built here . We've created a 01:17.489 --> 01:19.545 space where people not only work but 01:19.545 --> 01:22.250 grow , thrive , and belong . From 01:22.250 --> 01:24.472 cutting edge infrastructure to seamless 01:24.472 --> 01:26.472 operations , every aspect of the US 01:26.472 --> 01:28.680 Army Garrison Benelux has evolved . 01:29.529 --> 01:31.585 Today we invite you to look back and 01:31.585 --> 01:33.751 see how we use the lessons of the past 01:33.751 --> 01:35.973 to shape our future . Our journey began 01:35.973 --> 01:38.290 with a vision , a vision to make this 01:38.290 --> 01:40.769 community the number one choice , a 01:40.769 --> 01:42.880 place people are proud to call home . 01:43.800 --> 01:46.022 With the support of committed leaders , 01:46.022 --> 01:48.133 determined planners , and hardworking 01:48.133 --> 01:51.000 teams , we laid the foundation . One of 01:51.000 --> 01:53.056 the cornerstones of our progress was 01:53.056 --> 01:55.278 infrastructure . We built sustainable , 01:55.278 --> 01:57.389 resilient facilities that support our 01:57.389 --> 01:59.556 mission and provide safety , comfort , 01:59.556 --> 02:02.220 and efficiency . We integrated 02:02.220 --> 02:04.339 renewable energy , modernized our 02:04.339 --> 02:06.339 transportation , and crafted smart 02:06.339 --> 02:08.899 buildings that adapt to our needs , but 02:08.899 --> 02:10.940 infrastructure is only half of the 02:10.940 --> 02:13.300 story . At the heart of this vision are 02:13.300 --> 02:15.244 the people , the service members , 02:15.259 --> 02:17.315 civilians , and families who make up 02:17.315 --> 02:20.649 our community . We focused on creating 02:20.649 --> 02:22.760 programs , wellness initiatives , and 02:22.760 --> 02:24.705 opportunities that elevate lives , 02:24.705 --> 02:27.038 build resilience , and foster belonging . 02:28.820 --> 02:30.979 As our community grew , so did our 02:30.979 --> 02:33.259 commitment to protection . We used the 02:33.259 --> 02:35.426 latest technology , intelligence , and 02:35.426 --> 02:37.648 strategic planning to ensure the safety 02:37.648 --> 02:39.537 and security of our communities . 02:40.020 --> 02:42.270 Cybersecurity , emergency readiness , 02:42.279 --> 02:44.279 and on the ground safety became the 02:44.279 --> 02:46.501 backbone of our garrison's resilience . 02:47.240 --> 02:49.550 And we streamlined our services and 02:49.550 --> 02:51.820 operations . We created efficient 02:51.820 --> 02:53.931 interconnected systems that make life 02:53.931 --> 02:56.630 here easier and more fulfilling through 02:56.630 --> 02:58.990 digital transformation and the constant 02:58.990 --> 03:01.157 improvement of our processes , we made 03:01.157 --> 03:03.323 this garrison a place where excellence 03:03.323 --> 03:05.919 in service is standard . By 03:05.919 --> 03:08.119 communicating often and effectively , 03:08.250 --> 03:10.139 we have ensured our teammates and 03:10.139 --> 03:12.570 community members are well informed and 03:12.570 --> 03:15.410 eager to get involved . We are good 03:15.410 --> 03:17.690 neighbors and good partners because we 03:17.690 --> 03:19.690 know our environment and blend in . 03:20.330 --> 03:22.608 Together with our host nation partners , 03:22.608 --> 03:24.663 we take immense pride in providing a 03:24.663 --> 03:28.320 home away from home . Each step , each 03:28.320 --> 03:30.699 lesson from the past , each team member 03:30.949 --> 03:34.360 brought us to this moment . This 03:34.360 --> 03:36.582 garrison's journey is built on a legacy 03:36.582 --> 03:39.729 that began in 1967 when NATO first 03:39.729 --> 03:41.729 moved its operations from France to 03:41.729 --> 03:43.889 Belgium . From those early days , we 03:43.889 --> 03:46.250 grew and adapted , supporting missions 03:46.250 --> 03:48.520 critical to global security and peace . 03:49.720 --> 03:51.442 With every decade we evolved , 03:51.442 --> 03:53.679 modernizing our facilities , expanding 03:53.679 --> 03:56.039 our capabilities and building on the 03:56.039 --> 03:58.039 experiences of the past to meet the 03:58.039 --> 04:01.149 needs of today . To those who chose to 04:01.149 --> 04:03.300 invest , who dared to believe in this 04:03.300 --> 04:05.789 vision , who've worked hard to get us 04:05.789 --> 04:08.800 here , thank you . To those who are 04:08.800 --> 04:11.022 considering joining us , we welcome you 04:11.210 --> 04:14.910 as a part of this journey . This is the 04:14.910 --> 04:17.390 US Army Garrison Benelux , a place of 04:17.390 --> 04:19.359 promise , purpose , and pride .