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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Niccum, U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa terminal instrument procedure designer, rucks 12 kilometers (7 miles) at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 13, 2023. The ruck was part of a series of exercises U.S. military personnel were required to complete to qualify for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge. The GAFPB is an award presented by the German Armed Forces to members of foreign militaries who successfully complete a series of tests assessing their physical fitness, military skills, and proficiency in various areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Niccum, U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa terminal instrument procedure designer, rucks 12 kilometers (7 miles) at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 13, 2023. The ruck was part of a series of exercises U.S. military personnel were required to complete to qualify for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge. The GAFPB is an award presented by the German Armed Forces to members of foreign militaries who successfully complete a series of tests assessing their physical fitness, military skills, and proficiency in various areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

German air force Senior Master Sgt. Benjamin Angel, NATO Allied Air Command training noncommissioned officer, left, poses with U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Giovanni Guzman, 86th Medical Squadron medical technician, right, during the marksmanship portion of the GAFPB event, at the Breitenwald Training Area, Germany, July 12, 2023. Participating in the GAFPB event offers an opportunity for cultural exchange between American and German military members. Service members immersed themselves in foreign military traditions, customs and values, fostering a sense of mutual appreciation and admiration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Michael Gula, 691st Cyber Operations Squadron storage and virtualization operator, participates in the weapons qualification portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge course at the Breitenwald Training Area, Germany, July 12, 2023. The marksmanship course is one of eight events used to evaluate the participants endurance, strength, accuracy and ability to adapt, as a part of the qualifications for the GAFPB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

U.S. military personnel from the Kaiserslautern Military Community set up targets during the marksmanship portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge course at the Breitenwald Training Area, Germany, July 12, 2023. Members compete in a series of tests requiring physical fitness, tactical skills, and mental endurance to earn the GAFPB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

German air force Senior Master Sgt. Benjamin Angel, NATO Allied Air Command training noncommissioned officer, right, mentors U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cannon Robichaud, 691st Cyber Operations System cyber operator, left, during the marksmanship portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge event at the Breitenwald Training Area, Germany, July 12, 2023. Marksmanship skills are required to demonstrate military proficiency as part of the GAFPB, which includes firing a weapon in standing, kneeling and prone positions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the Kaiserslautern Military Community, Germany participate in the 1,000 meter sprint portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge course at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 11, 2023. The process of earning the GAFPB involves a series of tests including Combat Lifesaver Training; donning chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense gear; participating in a basic fitness test; firing an M18 pistol for a marksmanship event; and a 100 meters swim in uniform and more throughout the multi-day event (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

German air force Senior Master Sgt. Benjamin Angel, NATO Allied Air Command training noncommissioned officer, motivates an Airman assigned to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, during the flexed arm hang portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge course at Ramstein AB, Germany, July 11, 2023. During the flexed arm hang, participants must not lower the bar below their chin and need a minimum of 25 seconds to receive the bronze badge and a minimum of 65 seconds to receive the gold eagle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge strengthens American, German bond

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to Ramstein Air Base, Germany, holds his chin above a bar during the flexed arm hang portion of the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge course at Ramstein AB, July 11, 2023. The GAFPB originated in the 19th century and has become a symbol of skill, discipline and professionalism within the German military and now allows foreign militaries to compete. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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RAB hosts tech expo

Kaiserslautern Military Community senior leaders tour the Ramstein technology exposition at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 18, 2023. The event provided an opportunity for members of the KMC to see the latest in emerging technologies and network with industry experts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jared Lovett)

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86th MDG welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Dwayne Baca, 86th Medical Group commander, renders his first salute to Airmen assigned to the 86th MDG during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 6, 2023. Baca previously served as the former Chief of logistics plans and readiness division in the Defense Health Agency at Ft. Detrick, Md. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Trevor Calvert)

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86th MDG welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, left, 86th Airlift Wing commander, passes a guidon to Col. Dwayne Baca, right, 86th Medical Group incoming commander, during the 86th MDG change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 6, 2023. The 86th MDG is accountable for community health care services to 56,000 in the Kaiserslautern Military Community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Trevor Calvert)

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86th MDG welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McClure, 86th Medical Group outgoing commander, renders his final salute to Airmen assigned to the 86th MDG during a change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 6, 2023. The 86th MDG is composed of five squadrons with 966 personnel assigned at two geographically separate locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Trevor Calvert)

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86th MDG welcomes new commander

Members of the U.S. Air Force 786th Force Support Squadron’s Honor Guard present the colors at the 86th Medical Group change of command ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 6, 2023. This ceremony signified the transfer of responsibilities from the outgoing commander, Col. Richard McClure, to the incoming commander, Col. Dwayne Baca. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Trevor Calvert)

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KMC Airmen host Civil Air Patrol cadets

Civil Air Patrol cadets assigned to the Mildenhall Cadet Squadron, observe an aircraft cockpit during a tour of the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron facilities at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 29, 2023. The 86th AMXS showed CAP cadets equipment and procedures used to repair C-130J Super Hercules aircraft ensuring they are mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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KMC Airmen host Civil Air Patrol cadets

Civil Air Patrol Senior Airman Liam Larsen, Mildenhall Cadet Squadron cadet, views an exposed aircraft engine during a tour with the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 29, 2023. The 86th AMXS showed CAP cadets equipment and procedures used to repair C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, ensuring they are mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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KMC Airmen host Civil Air Patrol cadets

Civil Air Patrol Chief Master Sgt. Jaqueline Polkowski, Mildenhall Cadet Squadron cadet, left, and CAP Chief Master Sgt, Jillianne Hart, Mildenhall Cadet Squadron cadet, right, go over study material at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 29, 2023. CAP cadets are required to carry around study material and study whenever there is free time to prepare for their exams for upcoming promotion opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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KMC Airmen host Civil Air Patrol cadets

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Matthew Hill, 435th Contingency Response Squadron airborne airfield manager, shows Civil Air Patrol cadets assigned to the Mildenhall Cadet Squadron, equipment used to set up a temporary airfield and how to execute a static line drop at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 29, 2023. CAP cadets learned about procedures and equipment used regularly by the 435th CRS to conduct missions across the European and African theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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KMC Airmen host Civil Air Patrol cadets

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Oiler, 435th Contingency Response Squadron team chief, gives Civil Air Patrol cadets assigned to the Mildenhall Cadet Squadron, a presentation on the importance of the 435th CRS and its capabilities at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 29, 2023. CAP cadets learned how the 435th CRS provides a scalable, cross-functional and rapidly deployable force designed to assess and open airbases and perform initial airfield operations, enabling rapid standup of combat operations anywhere in the United States European Command Area of Expertise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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KMC Airmen host Civil Air Patrol cadets

Civil Air Patrol Chief Master Sgt. Rachel Fullingim, Mildenhall Cadet Squadron cadet, runs with a hose at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, June 27, 2023. Firefighters assigned to the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron took CAP cadets through a series of exercises involving unraveling, folding and running with fire hoses, showcasing training needed to ensure readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo)

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