Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment out
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment out of Tennessee, deployed in Ukraine, participate in an obstacle course as part of a best platoon competition, Nov. 19 at the International Peacekeeping and Sec... More
A Polish Soldier salutes during the playing of national
A Polish Soldier salutes during the playing of national anthems during the Transfer of Authority ceremony for NATO's enhanced Forward Presence, Battle Group Poland held at Bemowo Piskie training area, May 16.
Battle Group Poland troops pose in front of pyramid
Battle Group Poland troops pose in front of pyramid shaped fortifications of reinforced concrete called "Dragon's Teeth", which were used by the Germans in World War II to impede the movement of enemy tanks, du... More
Cpt. Thomas Bentley talis with a British Major during
Cpt. Thomas Bentley talis with a British Major during an exercise, Sept. 4, 2018.
Trooper Rhys Cameron, of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards,
Trooper Rhys Cameron, of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, U.K. shows children their tactical vehicle during the Polish Armed Forces Day Military Picnic in Bemowo Piskie, Poland, Aug. 16.
Lt. Col. Robert Tracy, Commander (left), and Command
Lt. Col. Robert Tracy, Commander (left), and Command Sgt. Maj. Darren Pleskach, Command Sergeant Major (right), uncased their unit colors during a ceremony here, May 2.
Two Apache helicopters conduct live fire exercise by
Two Apache helicopters conduct live fire exercise by 662nd Sqn, 3rd Army Air Corps from the British Army held at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, July 13.
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment out
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment out of Tennessee, deployed in Ukraine, participate in an obstacle course as part of a best platoon competition, Nov. 19 at the International Peacekeeping and Sec... More
Cpt. Marc Speciale, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment
Cpt. Marc Speciale, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed with Battle Group Poland poses for pictures with locals during the "Tank Battle" event held at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, July 13.
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf tours the Bemowo Piskie
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf tours the Bemowo Piskie Training Area facilities during his visit to Poland, Sept. 13.
The Boys and Girl Scouts team up to run a land navigation
The Boys and Girl Scouts team up to run a land navigation course in the International Peacekeeping and Security Center, Ukraine, Dec. 9.
Tennessee Guardsmen recognized for excellence in Ukraine
Members of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment from Tennessee deployed in Ukraine pose for a picture after receiving the USAREUR Commander's and Command Sgt. Maj.'s coins for excellence. From left: JMTG-U Comman... More
Sgt. Burton Holloway of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment
Sgt. Burton Holloway of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment from Tennessee deployed to Ukraine, demonstrate room clearing procedures in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 15.
Newly promoted Brig. Gen. Michelle Schmidt talks with
Newly promoted Brig. Gen. Michelle Schmidt talks with Spc. Shannon Ailey of the Tennessee National Guard during Capstone visit to Yavoriv CTC, Ukraine, Feb. 16.
U.S. and Polish Soldiers conduct water survival training
U.S. and Polish Soldiers conduct water survival training hosted by 15th Mechanized Brigade in Gizycko, Poland, Aug. 12-14.
From left: Spc. John Rutland, Cpt. Benjamin Kemker
From left: Spc. John Rutland, Cpt. Benjamin Kemker and Maj. Kenny Rivard, of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, plunge into a lake for Ukrainain religious holiday in Soluky, Ukraine, Jan. 19.
NATO's enhanced Forward Presence Battle Group Poland troopers maintain...
Spc. Seth Selvidge of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed in Poland, does preventive maintenance on tracked vehicles at the Bemowo Piskie Training Area, May 20.
Cpt. Michael Hawker and 2nd Lt. Richard Mayfield lead
Cpt. Michael Hawker and 2nd Lt. Richard Mayfield lead a group of local boys and girls Scouts with games, Oct. 14, 2018.
A student at the Rehabilitation Center of Children
A student at the Rehabilitation Center of Children with Special Needs plays games with Multinational Soldiers during a visit to the orphanage in Krakovets, Ukraine, March 4.
Multinational service members also enjoy the Thanksgiving
Multinational service members also enjoy the Thanksgiving dinner held at the dining facility in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
Sgt. Justin Covert from the 2789th Armored Cavalry
Sgt. Justin Covert from the 2789th Armored Cavalry Regiment performs mystery event during the Spur Ride event held at the Yavoriv Combat Training Center, Ukraine, April 5.
278th ACR Soldiers conduct weapons training at Bemowo Piskie Training ...
Sgt. Matthew Jones (right) teaches Spc. Scott Holter from 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment about the weapon system on the Bradley Fighting Vehicle at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland on June 25.
A Ukrainian Soldier gives the peace symbol during room
A Ukrainian Soldier gives the peace symbol during room clearing procedures in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 15.
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment out
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment out of Tennessee, deployed in Ukraine, participate in an obstacle course as part of a best platoon competition, Nov. 19 at the International Peacekeeping and Sec... More
Sfc. John Bryant (left) and 1st Lt. Phat Le observe
Sfc. John Bryant (left) and 1st Lt. Phat Le observe training operations with a linguist at the International Peacekeeping and Security Centre, Ukraine, Nov. 28.
Sgt. Dylan Brendle (right) of the 278th Armored Cavalry
Sgt. Dylan Brendle (right) of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed at Battle Group Poland, participates in seminar held in Gizycko, Poland, June 11.
Battle Group Poland Medic, Spc. Amanda Roberts of the
Battle Group Poland Medic, Spc. Amanda Roberts of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, gives candy to local children during Polish Children's Day at Gizycko, Poland, June 6.
Polish Soldier, Corp. Robert Ryzko disassembles .50
Polish Soldier, Corp. Robert Ryzko disassembles .50 cal machine gun during the Spur Ride held at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Oct. 15.
U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Curtis Rookard, a Cyber Operations
U.S. Army 2nd Lt. Curtis Rookard, a Cyber Operations Officer with the Tennessee National Guard’s 175th Cyber Protection Team, participates in Cyber Shield 2020, in Smyrna, Sept. 22. Cyber Shield 2020 is an annu... More
A Ukrainian teacher performs traditional customs in
A Ukrainian teacher performs traditional customs in a skit at an orphanage in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Dec. 12.
2/278th ACR Commander, Lt. Col. Donny Hebel (right)
2/278th ACR Commander, Lt. Col. Donny Hebel (right) hands off the Battle Group Poland flag to the 15th Mech Brig. Commander, Gen. Norbert Iwanowski during the Transfer of Authority ceremony for NATO's enhanced ... More
Children from local orphanage perform skit about traditional
Children from local orphanage perform skit about traditional customs at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Dec. 12.
From left: Ukrainian General Pavel Tkachuk, Command
From left: Ukrainian General Pavel Tkachuk, Command Sgt. Maj. of U.S. Army Europe, Command Sgt. Maj. Rob Abernethy and U.S. Army Europe Commanding Officer, Lt. Gen. Christopher Cavoli talk during their visit to... More
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (center) poses with
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (center) poses with Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Sept. 13.
278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Troopers stand in formation
278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Troopers stand in formation with Troopers from Poland, Croatia, Romania and the United Kingdom during the Transfer of Authority ceremony for NATO's enhanced Forward Presence, Batt... More
An M1 Abrams tank sets in the field at dawn during
An M1 Abrams tank sets in the field at dawn during the Bull Run 10 exercise in Orzysz, Poland, Sept. 19.
Cpt. William Carter stands alongside multinational
Cpt. William Carter stands alongside multinational Soldiers during the Ukrainian Independence Day parade in Kyiv, Aug. 24.
A Ukrainian Soldier fires a paintball gun during the
A Ukrainian Soldier fires a paintball gun during the Best Platoon Competition at the International Peacekeeping and Security Centre, Ukraine, Nov. 26.
JMTG-U is more than a training center for Tennessee Guardsmen deployed...
JMTG-U Soldier, Sgt. Julia Rozman works a M2 50 Caliber machine gun during a gunnery skills test at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Jan. 8.
Canadian Officer, Cpt. Christine Hurov speaks at the
Canadian Officer, Cpt. Christine Hurov speaks at the International Forum Regarding Gender Politics in the Defense Sector in Lviv, Ukraine, March, 5.
U.S. Army Europe Commanding Officer, Lt. Gen. Christopher
U.S. Army Europe Commanding Officer, Lt. Gen. Christopher Cavoli speaks with the Ukrainian media during his visit to Yavoriv, Ukraine, Feb. 8.
Members of the Tennessee National Guard battle the
Members of the Tennessee National Guard battle the heat at The Adjutant General Match, Aug. 29, at Volunteer Training Site - Tullahoma. The TAG Match is an annual marksmanship competition pinning the Tennessee ... More
A group photo of all the multinational participants
A group photo of all the multinational participants at the Project Warrior seminar lead by Joanna Jedrzejczk, the #4 ranked in Ultimate Fighting Championship Women’s Flyweight Division, held in Gizycko, Poland, June, 11.
The Command Sgt. Maj. of the Army National Guard, Command
The Command Sgt. Maj. of the Army National Guard, Command Sgt. Maj. John F. Sampa played basketball with Soldiers during his visit to Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, June 30.
A group photo of JMYG-U mentors in Ukraine, Nov. 22,
A group photo of JMYG-U mentors in Ukraine, Nov. 22, 2018.
Multinational Soldiers from Battle Group Poland compete
Multinational Soldiers from Battle Group Poland compete in the first ever Interoperability Games help at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Aug. 1.
A Ukrainian Soldier looks out a BTR as it drives down
A Ukrainian Soldier looks out a BTR as it drives down a road in the International Peacekeeping and Security Centre, Ukraine, Nov. 28.
Ukrainian child shows traditional customs during skit
Ukrainian child shows traditional customs during skit at orphanage in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Dec. 12.
Joanna Jedrzejczk, the #4 ranked in Ultimate Fighting
Joanna Jedrzejczk, the #4 ranked in Ultimate Fighting Championship Women’s Flyweight Division, leads a hands on seminar for Project Warrior in Gizycko, Poland, June 11. Multinational Soldiers from Poland, Croat... More
Senator Ron Johnson, R-WI, talks to Soldiers from the
Senator Ron Johnson, R-WI, talks to Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment at the YCTC, Ukraine, Dec. 8.
19 newly promoted Generals are given a tour through
19 newly promoted Generals are given a tour through the Sim Center at Yavoriv CTC in Ukraine, Feb. 16.
Battle Group Poland troops, U.S. 1st Lt. Tyler Walker
Battle Group Poland troops, U.S. 1st Lt. Tyler Walker (left) steaks with Romanian 1st Lt. Huiu Anghel during the Bull Run 10 exercise in Orzysz, Poland, Sept. 19.
Chaplains Sviatoslav Yurkiv (left) of Ukraine and Maj.
Chaplains Sviatoslav Yurkiv (left) of Ukraine and Maj. Terry Bell race each other while playing games during a visit to the orphanage in Krakovets, Ukraine, March 4.
19 newly promoted brigadier generals and rear admirals
19 newly promoted brigadier generals and rear admirals pose with leadership, to include Ukrainian Land Forces General, General Pavel Tkachuk and 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, Col. Tim Cleveland and Command Sg... More
Group photo of the newly spurred troopers after the
Group photo of the newly spurred troopers after the Order of the Spur induction ceremony held at the Yavoriv Combat training Center, Ukraine, April 8.
Soldiers from 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment along
Soldiers from 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment along with Polish soldiers low crawl in the sand during day two of training for the Water Survival Course hosted by 15th Mechanized Brigade in Gizycko, Poland, Aug. 12.
278th Armored Cavalry Regimental Soldiers, Cpt. Michael
278th Armored Cavalry Regimental Soldiers, Cpt. Michael Gursky and Spc. Sean Cummings fight in water during day three of training for the Water Survival Course hosted by 15th Mechanized Brigade in Gizycko, Pola... More
U.S. Army Europe Commanding Officer, Lt. Gen. Christopher
U.S. Army Europe Commanding Officer, Lt. Gen. Christopher Cavoli (center) poses for a picture with multinational Soldiers from the United States, Britain and Ukraine at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Feb. 8.
1st Lt. Tracy Carter, right, practices moves during
1st Lt. Tracy Carter, right, practices moves during day one of training in the Water Survival Course hosted by 15th Mechanized Brigade in Gizycko, Poland, Aug. 12.
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed to Ukraine, in line for the Thanksgiving dinner at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
Polish Soldiers conduct a room clearing demonstration
Polish Soldiers conduct a room clearing demonstration during the "Tank Battle" event held at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, July 13.
Battle Group Poland Soldiers, Sgt. Lucas Lucier (left)
Battle Group Poland Soldiers, Sgt. Lucas Lucier (left) treats Spc. Anthony Buntz at a medical station during the Interoperability Games at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Aug. 1.
Children of the Rehabilitation Center for Children
Children of the Rehabilitation Center for Children with Special Needs play games with multinational Soldiers during a visit to the orphanage in Krakovets, Ukraine, March 4.
Multinational service members also enjoy the Thanksgiving
Multinational service members also enjoy the Thanksgiving dinner held at the dining facility in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
Senator Ron Johnson, R-WI, speaks to the local media
Senator Ron Johnson, R-WI, speaks to the local media at the YCTC, Ukraine, Dec. 8.
Linguist Tetyana Ostra of Ukraine enjoys her first
Linguist Tetyana Ostra of Ukraine enjoys her first Thanksgiving dinner at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Soldiers enjoy Thanksgiving
278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Soldiers enjoy Thanksgiving dinner at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Soldiers deployed in
278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Soldiers deployed in Ukraine, pose for a picture at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (center) attends a brief
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf (center) attends a brief with military leadership during his visit to Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Sept. 13.
Members of the Tennessee National Guard compete at
Members of the Tennessee National Guard compete at The Adjutant General Match, at Volunteer Training Site - Smyrna, Aug. 30. The TAG Match is an annual marksmanship competition pinning the best shooters in the ... More
From left: Command Sgt. Maj. Dale Crockett and Brig.
From left: Command Sgt. Maj. Dale Crockett and Brig. Gen. Jimmie Cole speak with Land Forces General, Lt. Gen. Pavlo Tkachuk during a visit by Tennessee's Adjutant General, Maj. Gen. Jeff Holmes to the Yavoriv ... More
Staff Sgt. Robbie Gray of the 278th Armored Cavalry
Staff Sgt. Robbie Gray of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment from Tennessee participates in skit at local orphanage in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Dec. 12.
A international women's day event "the International
A international women's day event "the International Forum Regarding Gender Politics in the Defense Sector", was held at the Ministry of Defense building in Lviv, Ukraine, March, 5.
Multinational Soldiers from battle Group Poland at
Multinational Soldiers from battle Group Poland at a station during the Interoperability Games at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Aug. 1.
U.S. Soldier, Spc. Shamarr Bell puts on camouflage
U.S. Soldier, Spc. Shamarr Bell puts on camouflage face paint during the Spur Ride held at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Oct. 15.
Battle Group Poland U.S. M1 Abrams dot the Polish
Battle Group Poland U.S. M1 Abrams dot the Polish countryside during the Bull Run 10 exercise in Orzysz, Poland, Sept. 19.
Lt. Col. Timothy Cleveland, Commander (left), and Command
Lt. Col. Timothy Cleveland, Commander (left), and Command Sgt. Maj. Dale Crockette, Command Sergeant Major, of 278th Calvary Regiment, Tennessee Army National Guard (right), case their unit colors here, May 2.
Engineers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment pose
Engineers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment pose with the American flag for Independence Day at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, July 3.
Members of the Boys and Girls Scouts fold the Ukraine
Members of the Boys and Girls Scouts fold the Ukraine flag during a land navigation course held at International Peacekeeping and Security Centre, Ukraine, Dec. 9.
1st Lt. Caitlin Maguire of the 278th Armored Cavalry
1st Lt. Caitlin Maguire of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed in Ukraine speaks with reporter after taking the plunge into the frozen lake at Soluky, Ukraine, Jan. 19.
Dignitaries with the Bulgarian Armed Forces observe
Dignitaries with the Bulgarian Armed Forces observe an in-flight a refueling, Oct. 7, while onboard a KC-135 Stratomaker aircraft assigned to the 134th Air Refueling Wing, based in Knoxville. The Bulgarian offi... More
Senator Ron Johnson, R-WI, speaks with Soldiers from
Senator Ron Johnson, R-WI, speaks with Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment at the YCTC, Ukraine, Dec. 8.
Spc. Sean Cummings of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment
Spc. Sean Cummings of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed in Poland does pushups during day one for the Water Survival Course hosted by 15th Mechanized Brigade in Gizycko, Poland, Aug. 12.
U.S. Senator, Marsha Blackburn speaks with Soldiers
U.S. Senator, Marsha Blackburn speaks with Soldiers from the Tennessee Army National Guard during her visit to the Yavoriv Combat Training Center, Ukraine, March 23.
Spc. Norman Kloszewski of the 278th Armored Cavalry
Spc. Norman Kloszewski of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Poland runs through a crowd during day one of training for the Water Survival Course hosted by 15th Mechanized Brigade in Gizycko, Poland, Aug. 12.
Multinational Soldiers from five countries were present
Multinational Soldiers from five countries were present at the Armed Forces Day Parade held in Katowice, Poland, Aug. 15.
From left: Ukrainian Soldier, Maria Smalinska, Lithuanian
From left: Ukrainian Soldier, Maria Smalinska, Lithuanian Soldier, Maj. Sarunas Bajoras, Volunteer, Vasyl Boiko, Teacher, Halyna Poklontseva, 278th ACR Chaplain, Maj. Terry Bell, Orphanage Director, Natalia Fra... More
Cpt. Terri Calvert (right) and Spc. Kristina Brown
Cpt. Terri Calvert (right) and Spc. Kristina Brown exchange Christmas gifts at local center for children with special needs in Ukraine, Dec. 22, 2018.
Command Sgt. Maj. John Sampa speaks with 278th Armored
Command Sgt. Maj. John Sampa speaks with 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment Soldiers attending Basic Leadership Course (BLC) while visiting in Yavoriv, Ukraine, Jan. 25.
Maj. Terry Bell from the Tennessee Army National Guard
Maj. Terry Bell from the Tennessee Army National Guard stands with the director of the Rehabilitation Center for the Children of Special Needs, Natalia Frankiv during a visit to the orphanage in Krakovets, Ukra... More
Battle Group Poland strengthens unity through Interoperability Games e...
Sgt. Lucas Lucier, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment assigned to Battle Group Poland and his team pulls a Humvee during the Interoperability Games at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, Aug. 1.
Multinational Soldiers talk with Tennessee National
Multinational Soldiers talk with Tennessee National Guardsmen in Kyiv, Aug. 22.
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed to Ukraine, are recognized for preparing the Thanksgiving dinner at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Nov. 22.
BLC students stand at attention during the BLC graduation
BLC students stand at attention during the BLC graduation ceremony at Yavoriv, Ukraine, Feb.8.
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment pose
Soldiers from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment pose with the American flag for Independence Day at Bemowo Piskie Training Area, Poland, July 3.
Cpt. Billy Carpenter (right) and other members of the
Cpt. Billy Carpenter (right) and other members of the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment deployed in Ukraine participate in religious holiday at Soluky, Ukraine, Jan. 19.
3/278th ACR Commander, Lt. Col. Mark P. O'Neill speaks
3/278th ACR Commander, Lt. Col. Mark P. O'Neill speaks during the Transfer of Authority ceremony for NATO's Enhanced Forward Presence, Battle Group Poland held at Bemowo Piskie training area, May 16.
Students from the Rehabilitation Center for Children
Students from the Rehabilitation Center for Children with Special Needs sing to multinational Soldiers during a visit to the orphanage in Krakovets, Ukraine, March 4.
The Command Sgt. Maj of the Army National Guard, Command
The Command Sgt. Maj of the Army National Guard, Command Sgt. Maj. John F. Sampa (first row, center) and Chief Warrant Officer 5, Teresa A. Domeier (left of Sampa) pose with Battle Group Poland leadership durin... More
multinational Soldiers and civilians from the 278th
multinational Soldiers and civilians from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, Lithuania and Ukraine finish a four-mile run during the Spur Ride event held at the Yavoriv Combat Training Center, Ukraine, April 5.