U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Nathaniel A. Lee, a military police NCO assigned to the 317th Military Police Battalion, poses for a picture at Camp Kościuszko, Poland, Sept. 23, 2024. Through rigorous training that equips MPs to handle a variety of situations, V Corps strengthens its commitment to maintaining a combat-ready force by offering a range of services that ensure the safety of both military personnel and the public. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jason Sessions)

Sept. 25, 2024

To Serve & Protect: The Importance of Military Police in the U.S. Army

CAMP KOŚCIUSZKO, Poland — The Military Police of the U.S. Army serve a crucial role in maintaining law, order, and discipline both on and off the battlefield. From handling detainee operations to supporting combat missions, MPs provide essential services that help ensure the safety and effectiveness of U.S. military personnel.At Camp Kościuszko, in Poznan, Poland, MPs are

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Timothy N. Thombleson, V Corps deputy commanding general of support, speaks about the importance of maintaining warfighting capabilities after recognizing V Corps Soldiers for their work during Avenger Triad 24 in Fort Knox, Kentucky, Sept. 19, 2024. By incorporating emerging technologies, refining coordination processes, and fostering cooperation across international boundaries, the exercise ensured that NATO remains a capable and united force, prepared to address any threat. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tyler Brock)

Sept. 19, 2024

Avenger Triad 24: V Corps' Key Role in Strengthening NATO Interoperability

FORT KNOX, Ky. — FORT KNOX, Ky. — V Corps participated in Avenger Triad 24 from both its headquarters in Fort Knox, Kentucky, and Poznan, Poland, September 9-19. Avenger Triad is a command post exercise led by U.S. Army Europe and Africa where organizations test and enhance their ability to synchronize U.S. and NATO warfighting across Europe. The exercise also

U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters assigned to 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 227th Aviation Regiment, 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, approach a landing zone during Exercise Paladin Shield at Camp Adazi, Latvia, Sept. 11, 2024. Paladin Shield is a multinational NATO exercise focusing on multi-domain operations in a realistic environment for training objectives. The 1st Cavalry Division’s mission is to engage in multinational training and exercises across the continent, strengthening interoperability with NATO allies and regional security partners, which provides competent and ready forces to V Corps, America’s forward-deployed corps in Europe. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Cecil Elliott II)

Sept. 18, 2024

NATO allies flex their maneuverability capabilities during exercise Paladin Shield

ADAZI, Latvia — In the clear September air, soldiers from NATO came together at Latvia's Adazi Military Camp for an exercise. Paladin Shield was a ten-day field event to hone skills and strengthen bonds. The days ahead promised hard work and camaraderie as NATO allies trained side by side, steady and sure in their purpose. NATO member states conducted the exercise to enhance interoperability by acquainting themselves with each other's ground combat tactics and operational capabilities, ensuring seamless coordination and effective communication in joint operations.

A Soldier assigned to the 39th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), pulls security during Exercise Bull Fury on Jan. 16, 2023, in Romania. 101st units will support V Corps mission to reinforce NATO’s eastern flank and engage in multinational exercises with partners across the European continent to reassure our Nations allies. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Malcolm Cohens-Ashley, 2nd Brigade Combat Team Public Affairs.)

Sept. 9, 2024

V Corps Soldiers, NATO partners protect eastern flank

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Since 1918, one Army unit has had a persistent presence in Europe, reinforcing NATO commitments along its eastern flank.

U.S. Army Pfc. Damien Boccardi and Sgt. 1st Class Corrie Heffner, assigned to V Corps, walk along the route to their next destination during the Nijmegen March in Nijmegen, Netherlands, July, 18, 2024. Participants march on the longest route, 50 kilometers per day, while carrying a 25 pound pack and their equipment. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Omar Joseph, Sr.)

Sept. 4, 2024

V Corps Soldier Conquers the International March of Diekirch and the Nijmegen March in the Same Year

POZNAN, Poland — U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Corrie Heffner, a senior noncommissioned officer assigned to V Corps, recently accomplished an impressive feat, living up to the V Corps motto 'It Will Be Done.'On July 19, 2024, Heffner crossed the finish line of the Nijmegen March in Nijmegen, Netherlands, only a few months after completing the International March of

U.S. Army Pfc. Shandreona Rainey, an infantryman assigned to the 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), operates new radio equipment during a training exercise on AN/PRC 14 Delta and AN/PRC 170 radios at Mihail Kogălniceanu Airbase, Romania, Aug. 28-29, 2024. 10th MTN Div. (LI) continuously stays updated on the newest technology, as this is crucial in maintaining tactical advantage and seamless coordination during operations. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Jason Sessions)

Aug. 29, 2024

Tuning Into the Future: U.S. Soldiers Master New Radio Technology

MIHAIL KOGALNICEANU, ROMANIA — MIHAIL KOGĂLNICEANU AIR BASE, Romania – The U.S. Army, in collaboration with Sev1Tech, a leading provider of IT modernization, engineering, fielding, training, and program support services for U.S. government agencies, hosted a two-day event to train U.S. Soldiers on new radio equipment at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base, Romania, Aug. 28-29, 2024.

Maj. Gen. Lars Lervik, Chief of the Norwegian Army, left, Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, Commanding General of U.S Army V Corps, the U.S. Army’s only forward deployed headquarters, Maj. Gen. Jonny Lindfors, Chief of the Swedish Army, Lt. Gen. Pasi Välimäki, Commander of the Finnish Army and Maj. Gen. Peter Boysen, Commander of the Danish Army, walk together during the Nordic Warfighting Symposium, hosted at the Norwegian Army Military Academy in Oslo, Norway Aug. 21, 2024. This event marks a historical period for NATO as it is the first time in 500 years that all the Nordic countries have been under the same security cooperation architecture. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Richard Morgan)

Aug. 22, 2024

V Corps Participates in Nordic Warfighting Symposium: Strengthening Alliances in Nordic Defense

OSLO, Norway — In a significant display of commitment to international cooperation and security, V Corps, the Army’s only forward deployed warfighting headquarters, recently participated in the Nordic Warfighting Symposium, Aug. 20-22, held at the Norwegian Army Military Academy in Oslo, Norway. This event brought together military leaders and defense experts from the Nordic nations — Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, alongside V Corps representatives, to enhance collaborative efforts in addressing contemporary security challenges, particularly in the Nordic region.

Col. Kevin Jackson, Chief of Staff, V Corps, is pictured alongside former commanders who have shaped the Corps' legacy. This illustration was created using Adobe Photoshop, with added yellow box and text to emphasize Jackson's role in continuing the Corps' historic leadership. (U.S. Army illustration by Tyler Brock)

Aug. 14, 2024

The Legacy of Leadership: Col. Jackson's Vision for V Corps

FORT KNOX, Ky. — Col. Kevin L. Jackson, the newly appointed chief of staff of V Corps, stands at the helm of one of the most storied commands in the U.S. Army. With a legacy that spans over a century, V Corps has been at the forefront of every major conflict since World War I. From the beaches of Normandy to the current operations in Europe, V Corps has always answered the nation's call. For Jackson, this legacy isn't just history—it's a guiding light for the future.

Portrait of Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, an armor officer with 33-years of military experience, during his interview discussing being V Corps' second commanding general since its reactivation in October 2020. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Tyler Brock)

Aug. 13, 2024

New commanding general, same corps: V Corps commander talks next three years

FORT KNOX, Ky. — The U.S. Army V Corps has its second commanding general since its reactivation in October 2020. Lt. Gen. Charles Costanza, an armor officer with 33-years of military experience, was welcomed to the corps April 8 at Camp Kosciuszko in Poznan, Poland. About 100 days following his assumption of command, Costanza has high hopes and certain expectations for his corps and his soldiers.

U.S. Ambassador to Poland, Mark Brzezinski gives a speech on the importance of United States and Polish partnership in aviation after Polish Minister of Defense, Kosiniak Kamysz signs the contract to purchase the AH-64 Apache in Inowroclaw, Poland, August 13, 2024.Through defense agreements, V Corps actively engages in Allied and Partner National Army's warfighting capabilities and capacity at the echelon. V Corps plays a crucial role in facilitating combined understanding and management of opportunities within the Operational environment as the Army's Forward Deployed Corps.(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Joshua Maxie)

Aug. 13, 2024

Strengthening Ties: V Corps supports Polish Apache Signing Ceremony

INOWROCLAW, Poland — The U.S. and Poland embarked on a new chapter in their long-standing partnership following the historic purchase of 96 Apache helicopters by the Polish government at the Apache Signing Ceremony held on Aug. 13. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in military cooperation, signaling Poland's commitment to modernizing its armed forces while reinforcing U.S. interests in Eastern Europe amid growing security concerns.