Joint Task Force - East is an ongoing commitment by U.S. European Command and U.S. Army Europe to train and build mutual capabilities with our partner nations. TF - East offers opportunities to train staff and unit operations in a combined (multinational) environment.The lessons our Soldiers learn from each other and the friendships they build are the foundation of our militaries' future. The training done at JTF - East builds interoperability, mutual confidence and stronger military relations essential to success in current and future coalition operations.
U.S. and Bulgarian soldiers train together using a GPS tracking system that records the actions of all soldiers on battlefield. HD Version Available: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OrBmFzjlE3I
Bulgarian soldiers learn skills that can save lives in combat. In this scenario, the platoon must rescue a downed pilot provide emergency medical treatment, and evacuate the casualties.
Joint Task Force-East 2009 Video Greeting from U.S. Army Col. Gary Russ and the team at the Mihail Kogalniceanu Airfield, Romania, Oct. 19, 2009.
Bulgarian Prime Minister and the commanding general of U.S. Army Europe, observing combined infantry training with supporting fire from U.S. Strykers and Bulgarian BMPs. Produced by 1st Lt. Michael Meyer.
Soldiers of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment (SCR) based in Vilseck, Germany, have been training for the past three months in Romania and Bulgaria as part of their preparations for an upcoming deployment to Afghanistan this spring. By Sgt. Marla R. Keown
Joint Task Force East Soldiers running in a half-marathon in recognition of the unification day holiday in Bulgaria. Produced by Lt. Michael Meyer
Bulgarian Troops Provide RPG Training to Tennessee Guardsmen
Romanian President Traian Basescu visits U.S. troops participating in Joint Task Force-East in eastern Romania, Aug. 25, 2009. Report on The Pentagon Channel by U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Amy Forsythe, JTF-East PAO.
JTF-East Medical Team conducts health screenings in small villages in eastern Romania. Report by Marine Staff Sgt. Amy Forsythe on AFN Europe, Sept. 8, 2009.
U.S. Army Soldiers and Stryker Combat Vehicles visit Romanian villages during Joint Task Force-East. Report by Marine Staff Sgt. Amy Forsythe on The Pentagon Channel, Aug. 21, 2009.