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NATO Allied Joint Force Command Brunssum (JFCBS) École de Guerre This week being JFC BRUNSSUM'S Mental health and resilience week, serving members of all nations & services ie: Army, Navy & Air Force embarked on a 3 day, cohesion & training event in Paris Versailles Military Staff college to play rugby. Cohesion and teamwork are essential elements that define the effectiveness and success of any unit. Through rigorous training, shared experiences, and a commitment to a common mission, military personnel develop a strong sense of cohesion and teamwork that enables them to overcome challenges and achieve their objectives. One powerful metaphor for military cohesion and teamwork is the concept of any rugby match. Just as soldiers embark on any rugby game, together, facing fatigue, uncertainty, and adversity along the way, they rely on each other for support and encouragement. Each step forward is a testament to their collective determination and unity of purpose. Just as every step taken on a long march brings them closer to their objective, every action performed in unison reinforces the strength of the team and ensures their success on the battlefield. Playing rugby is a potent metaphor for military unity and collaboration. Soldiers depend on one another for support and encouragement, just as they go on lengthy marches together and encounter exhaustion, uncertainty, and hardship along the route. Every stride they take ahead is evidence of their shared resolve and same goal.Every coordinated effort strengthens the team's strength and guarantees their success on the battlefield, much as every step taken on a lengthy march gets them closer to their goal. #WeAreNATO

The Tuskegee Airmen were an historic, all-Black combat aviation unit that flew more than 15,000 sorties over North Africa and Europe during World War II. The legendary fighter pilots — known as the “Red Tails” — earned the respect and trust of the bomber crews they routinely escorted across enemy skies. Before the Tuskegee Airmen, no African American had ever been a United States military pilot. African Americans served bravely and with distinction in every theater of World War II, while simultaneously struggling for their own civil rights. Although the United States Armed Forces were officially segregated until 1948, WWII laid the foundation for post-war integration of the military. In 1941 fewer than 4,000 African Americans were serving in the military and only twelve African Americans had become officers. By 1945, more than 1.2 million African Americans would be serving in uniform on the Home Front, in Europe, and the Pacific. The Tuskegee Airmen achieved a number of successes during World War II. In all, the Tuskegee Airmen earned eight Purple Hearts, fourteen Bronze Stars, three Distinguished Unit Citations, and 96 Distinguished Flying Crosses!

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Ralf Baur shares a glimpse into his focus for ACFC 2024, exploring the evolving role of CIMIC in future operations. With valuable insights from both military and civilian perspectives, he's looking forward to diving into these crucial discussions at the conference. #Resilience #CIMIC #NATO #ACFC2024 #CivilMilitaryCooperation

Little and large medal set completed this week! Medals were cleaned, polished and re-court mounted to include the King’s coronation medal (supplied by the customer), plus a more robust brooch to hold the weight of the large medals… this postal order weighs a whopping 750g 🫣. Miniature width was to quote the customer: “it’s getting silly”, so we have chosen to begin overlapping them, as per regulations. "The length of the brooch should not normally exceed 14.7cm i.e. nine miniatures not overlapped but a larger number of miniatures may necessitate a longer brooch to avoid overlapping. If the number of miniatures can not be sensibly fitted to a longer brooch, then miniatures may be overlapped. At no time should more than two-thirds of any ribbon be covered by another; the overlap of each ribbon should be equal." Medal set includes: The Order of St John Northern Ireland GSM UN Bosnia NATO Former Yugoslavia UN Cyprus Medal NATO Kosovo OP Telic with clasp Op Herrick Golden Jubilee Diamond Jubilee Platinum Jubilee Coronation ACSM II Army LSGC plus clasp https://lnkd.in/eUqE_Q9Y - price list https://lnkd.in/eDf8i2sE - waiting list #militarytailor #medalmounting #coronationmedal

The real value of training.

Today marks a solemn anniversary in the Pacific Theater of World War II. On April 1st, 1945, situated just 400 miles from the Japanese mainland. US forces stormed the beaches of Okinawa in a brutal battle that foreshadowed the potential cost of invading mainland Japan. The Battle of Okinawa was one of the war's bloodiest engagements, resulting in staggering casualties for Americans, Japanese military, and tragically, Okinawan civilians. By the end of June, American forces were finally able to declare the island secure, but at a cost of over 49,000 casualties, including more than 12,500 Marines, Soldiers, and Sailors killed. The Battle of Okinawa was the last major battle of World War II the Pacific campaign. Seventy-nine years after the Battle of Okinawa, Japan now stands as one of the United States’ most entrusted Allies and a vital partner in the Indo-Pacific region. The naval service earned 13 Medals of Honor during the Battle of Okinawa, with 10 Marines and 3 Navy Corpsmen receiving the nation’s highest award for valor. This battle highlights the immense sacrifice of those who fought in the Pacific. Their unwavering courage and determination ultimately paved the way for an Allied victory. Let us never forget the heroism displayed and the lives lost on both sides. #WWII #PacificTheater #BattleofOkinawa #history #USMC #USNAVY #JAPAN

An inspiring story of Dan Cnossen, a Navy SEAL Lieutenant Commander and 6-Time Paralympic Medalist. Dan's inspiring story is a testament to his resilience and mental toughness. After losing both his legs in a tragic incident during a mission in Afghanistan, Dan didn't let this setback define him. Instead, he used his experience to help others achieve their goals and overcome tough obstacles. During one of his interactions, Dan shared tangible simple steps to set and achieve goals Focusing on the now – taking things one step at a time. Not dwelling on the past or what may happen in the future. Focusing on the good – celebrating the wins, no matter how big or how small. Life is having simple rules but we complicate. Be a leader of your life. #Resilience #LeadershipSkills #mindset

Discover how I transitioned from a dedicated Royal Navy junior rate to the proud founder of VACT Limited. My story is one of perseverance and passion for empowering civilians, military veterans and military spouses - Link in comment

RUSSIA HAVE TO FACE THE CONSEQUENCES OF THE WAR THEY STARTED, AS NORMALLY HAVE BEEN HAPPENING IN THE HUMAN HISTORY. PERIOD. UKRAINE NEEDS THE WHOLE WORLD HELP AND SUPPORT, SPECIALLY FROM WEST POTENCIES: IT'S ON PAY OF THEIR OWN SECURITY WARRANTY DEMANDS THAT OBLIGATED UKRAINE IN THE PAST TO REFUSE THEIR NUCLEAR WEAPONS, ITS A HUGHE DEBT WEST HAVE TO PAY TO UKRAINE: THEIR NOW WELL-LIVING DEPENDED IN THE PAST OF THIS. PERIOD. REMEMBER: #russiaisaterroriststate